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Type of Compressor in Refrigeration Cycle

Type of Compressor in Refrigeration Cycle

Type of Compressor in Refrigeration Cycle

(OP)
Which type of compressor would be the best, in terms of minimum power usage, to use in the Heating / Cooling Refrigeration loop of Ground Source Heat Pump ?

RE: Type of Compressor in Refrigeration Cycle

Centrifugal compressors are the most efficient in work energy per ton.

RE: Type of Compressor in Refrigeration Cycle

Your next best bet, would be a scroll compressor in the refrigeration loop.
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RE: Type of Compressor in Refrigeration Cycle

(OP)
Thanks guys for your replies. Actually I am evaluating whether a residential sized solar array can be sized for the GSHP ( heating capacity about 15 - 20 KW ). The key is to get the pumps and compressors in the GSHP circuitry highly efficient and less power consuming. Appreciating more feedback.

RE: Type of Compressor in Refrigeration Cycle

(OP)
Thanks guys for your reply. Actually I am evaluating whether a residential sized solar array can be sized for the GSHP ( heating capacity about 15 - 20 KW ). The key is to get the pumps and compressors in the GSHP circuitry highly efficient and less power consuming. Appreciating more feedback.

RE: Type of Compressor in Refrigeration Cycle

For such small system your best bet would be a hermetically sealed compressor.

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