Boats are air-conditioned to make the sailor’s life more comfortable and fun. The air conditioning units used in boats are resilient, energy-efficient, easy to install, and very powerful. The other cooling/heating systems found in vessels include chillers, turbo, and Emerald. Most of the modern boats come with air conditioners which have a quitter performance, composite fans, and small footprints. They are very popular as well.
Domestic ECD EnviroComfort Unit
This is one of the most powerful, affordable, and dependent air conditioning units used in boats. The domestic ECD enviroComfort unit is known for its high heating or cooling capacities ranging from 6,000-16,000 BTU/hr. Domestic ECD units are well-designed, and they have all the essential components needed for marine A/C systems. Their blowers can be rotated easily for excellent installation flexibility. For instance, one can rotate it to a vertical or horizontal position. They are built on a stainless-steel drain pan. It also comes with a return-air filter, which can be removed easily for cleaning.
Pros
- It contains all the cables and controls needed to run the A/C unit.
- It comes with a high-velocity blower.
- The refrigerant used in this unit is environmental –friendly.
- It has a compact, small, space-saving design.
- Its domestic digital display and control are easy to use.
Domestic Turbo Unit
The DTU is a powerful, compact, and quiet marine A/C unit. This unit has an efficient cooling and cooling system. It comes with three drains that make it easy to drain the condensate water. The turbo series is built on a rust-free drain pan. This unit has an efficient vibration-isolation mounting system that results in a quieter and vibration-free performance. In addition to this, it comes with an enclosed blower motor that eliminates overhang for shallow depth.
Pros
- It is well-engineers to maximize it’s refrigerant’s performance.
- It offers a high cooling capacity.
- It has a compact design that uses less space.
- Its vibration free-mounts are helpful in reducing vibration and noise.
Domestic Cuddy II
The Domestic Cuddy II unit is an efficient and quiet marine air conditioner, making it an ideal option for powerboats and sailboats. This unit can be operated easily from its 12V batteries. It can also be used dockside if the sailor has a good battery charger. It has a cooling capacity of about 3,500 BTUs. This is something that can be achieved using little power.
Pros
- It requires little power making it a suitable opting for small cabins.
- It is easy to operate.