Ducted Trial Split Air Conditioners

What is a ducted trial split?

The ducted trial split is a system in which a single outdoor unit feeds three ducted indoor units, installed above the false ceiling and connected to the room through ducts and vents. The result is fully integrated air conditioning: in the rooms only the supply and return grilles remain visible, with no split hanging on the wall.

Why choose ducted units

Ducted units are the choice of those who put aesthetics and acoustic comfort first. The machine body stays hidden in the false ceiling, the air is distributed evenly and the perceived noise is very low. They are ideal for prestige homes, hotels and offices where visible units are not welcome. If you need the same approach for a single room, start from the family of ducted air conditioners.

A single outdoor unit for three indoor units

With a trial split you connect three ducted units to a single outdoor unit: you reduce the footprint on the facade and manage three zones with one system. When the rooms have different sizes, you can pair ducted units of different capacity, so each room receives the correct airflow without waste.

How many BTU do you need for each room?

The capacity of each ducted unit is calculated on the square metres and the height of the room to be served. As a general reference:

• 9000 BTU: rooms up to around 25 m².
• 12000 BTU: rooms from 25 to 35 m².
• 18000 BTU: rooms from 35 to 50 m².
• 24000 BTU: very large rooms with high ceilings.

The sum of the BTU of the three indoor units must be compatible with the capacity of the chosen outdoor unit.

The available brands

In the catalogue you will find the leading manufacturers with official warranty and available spare parts: Hisense, Daikin, TCL, Mitsubishi Electric and LG. The prices of complete systems start from around 1473 euros and rise to the highest-performing configurations, to suit every budget and every project.

Ducted trial split or other configurations?

If you prefer integrated units but with a simpler installation, consider a wall-mounted trial split, while for the flush false ceiling with a multidirectional grille there is the cassette solution. To define the combination of indoor and outdoor units best suited to your three rooms, it is best to start from the multisplit configurator.

Tax incentives and reduced VAT

The purchase and installation of a heat-pump system may qualify for tax incentives where applicable, such as reduced VAT for renovation work. The conditions depend on the type of work, so it is best to check the up-to-date requirements. You will find the promotions in the offers section and the full range on the air conditioners page.

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