HVAC
Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning.
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HVAC Essentials
Heating, ventilation, air conditioning terms.
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BTU
British thermal unit; heat energy measure.
Ton (cooling)
Cooling capacity unit (~12,000 BTU/h).
SEER
Seasonal energy efficiency ratio for cooling.
Air handler
Indoor unit that circulates conditioned air.
Condenser
Outdoor unit rejecting heat in AC systems.
Evaporator
Coil where refrigerant absorbs heat.
Ductwork
Channels that distribute air.
Thermostat
Device controlling temperature setpoints.
Ventilation
Supplying fresh air / removing stale air.
Filter
Device trapping particles from airflow.
Heat pump
System that can heat or cool by moving heat.
Refrigerant
Fluid that cycles to transfer heat.
CFM
Cubic feet per minute of airflow.