{"id":6222,"date":"2025-06-27T18:53:01","date_gmt":"2025-06-27T15:53:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/altal.ro\/?p=6222"},"modified":"2025-06-27T18:53:01","modified_gmt":"2025-06-27T15:53:01","slug":"how-does-a-heat-pump-work","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/altal.ro\/en\/how-does-a-heat-pump-work\/","title":{"rendered":"How does a heat pump work?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">content<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg 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href=\"https:\/\/altal.ro\/en\/how-does-a-heat-pump-work\/#Cum_functioneaza_o_pompa_de_caldura\" >How does a heat pump work?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/altal.ro\/en\/how-does-a-heat-pump-work\/#%E2%80%94_principiu_schema_si_avantaje_pompelor_de_caldura_aer-apa\" >\u2014 principle, scheme and advantages of air-to-water heat pumps<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/altal.ro\/en\/how-does-a-heat-pump-work\/#Avantajele_principale_ale_pompelor_de_caldura\" >The main advantages of heat pumps<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/altal.ro\/en\/how-does-a-heat-pump-work\/#Ce_este_COP_si_de_ce_conteaza\" >What is COP and why does it matter?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/altal.ro\/en\/how-does-a-heat-pump-work\/#Definitie\" >Definition:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/altal.ro\/en\/how-does-a-heat-pump-work\/#Realitatea_din_spatele_cifrelor\" >The reality behind the numbers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/altal.ro\/en\/how-does-a-heat-pump-work\/#Ce_este_SCOP\" >What is SCOP?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/altal.ro\/en\/how-does-a-heat-pump-work\/#Tipuri_de_pompe_de_caldura_%E2%80%93_cum_functioneaza_o_pompa_de_caldura\" >Types of heat pumps \u2013 how a heat pump works<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/altal.ro\/en\/how-does-a-heat-pump-work\/#MONOBLOC\" >MONOBLOCK<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/altal.ro\/en\/how-does-a-heat-pump-work\/#SPLIT\" >SPLIT<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/altal.ro\/en\/how-does-a-heat-pump-work\/#FULL_SPLIT\" >FULL SPLIT<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/altal.ro\/en\/how-does-a-heat-pump-work\/#Tehnologia_EVI_%E2%80%93_cum_functioneaza_o_pompa_de_caldura_la_-25oC\" >EVI technology \u2013 how does a heat pump work at -25\u00baC?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/altal.ro\/en\/how-does-a-heat-pump-work\/#Cum_functioneaza_o_pompa_de_caldura_cu_EVI\" >How does an EVI heat pump work?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/altal.ro\/en\/how-does-a-heat-pump-work\/#Pompe_de_caldura_ALTAL_cu_tehnologie_EVI\" >ALTAL heat pumps with EVI technology<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/altal.ro\/en\/how-does-a-heat-pump-work\/#Eficienta_tehnologiei_EVI\" >Efficiency of EVI technology<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/altal.ro\/en\/how-does-a-heat-pump-work\/#Ce_influenteaza_eficienta_unei_pompe_de_caldura\" >What influences the efficiency of a heat pump?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/altal.ro\/en\/how-does-a-heat-pump-work\/#Concluzie_%E2%80%93_alegerea_corecta_a_sistemului\" >Conclusion \u2013 choosing the right system<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/altal.ro\/en\/how-does-a-heat-pump-work\/#Intrebari_frecvente_FAQ\" >Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/altal.ro\/en\/how-does-a-heat-pump-work\/#%E2%9D%93_Cum_functioneaza_o_pompa_de_caldura_iarna_la_-20%C2%B0C\" >\u2753 How does a heat pump work in winter, at -20\u00b0C?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/altal.ro\/en\/how-does-a-heat-pump-work\/#%E2%9D%93_Care_este_diferenta_dintre_COP_si_SCOP\" >\u2753 What is the difference between COP and SCOP?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/altal.ro\/en\/how-does-a-heat-pump-work\/#%E2%9D%93_Pompa_de_caldura_poate_inlocui_complet_centrala_pe_gaz\" >\u2753 Can the heat pump completely replace the gas boiler?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/altal.ro\/en\/how-does-a-heat-pump-work\/#%E2%9D%93_Este_nevoie_de_rezervor_de_acumulare\" >\u2753 Is a storage tank needed?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/altal.ro\/en\/how-does-a-heat-pump-work\/#%E2%9D%93_Ce_intretinere_necesita_o_pompa_de_caldura\" >\u2753 What maintenance does a heat pump require?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/altal.ro\/en\/how-does-a-heat-pump-work\/#Tabel_comparativ_MONOBLOC_vs_SPLIT_vs_FULL_SPLIT\" >Comparative table: MONOBLOC vs SPLIT vs FULL SPLIT<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/altal.ro\/en\/how-does-a-heat-pump-work\/#Concluzie_completa\" >Full conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 data-start=\"370\" data-end=\"440\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cum_functioneaza_o_pompa_de_caldura\"><\/span>How does a heat pump work?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h4 data-start=\"370\" data-end=\"440\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%80%94_principiu_schema_si_avantaje_pompelor_de_caldura_aer-apa\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">\u2014 principle, scheme and advantages of air-to-water heat pumps<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"442\" data-end=\"700\"><a href=\"https:\/\/altal.ro\/ru\/teplovye-nasosy-split\/\"><strong data-start=\"442\" data-end=\"462\">Air-to-water heat pump<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 is an energy-efficient device for heating, cooling and preparing domestic hot water. It uses heat from the environment (air, water or soil) and transforms it for use inside the home or building.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"702\" data-end=\"1006\">These equipments are increasingly popular in Europe due to their efficiency, low operating costs and environmental benefits. But how a heat pump actually works, in difficult climatic conditions, is an essential question for anyone who wants to make the right investment.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"1008\" data-end=\"1011\" \/>\n<h3 data-start=\"1013\" data-end=\"1062\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Avantajele_principale_ale_pompelor_de_caldura\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\">The main advantages of heat pumps<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"1064\" data-end=\"1575\">\n<li data-start=\"1064\" data-end=\"1182\">\n<p data-start=\"1066\" data-end=\"1182\">\u2705 <strong data-start=\"1068\" data-end=\"1090\">High efficiency<\/strong>: Up to 75% of the energy needed for heating comes from free renewable sources.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1183\" data-end=\"1275\">\n<p data-start=\"1185\" data-end=\"1275\">\u2705 <strong data-start=\"1187\" data-end=\"1214\">Reversible operation<\/strong>: The same equipment can also provide cooling in the hot season.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1276\" data-end=\"1383\">\n<p data-start=\"1278\" data-end=\"1383\">\u2705 <strong data-start=\"1280\" data-end=\"1292\">Ecological<\/strong>: Reduced carbon dioxide emissions compared to gas or fossil fuel systems.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1384\" data-end=\"1473\">\n<p data-start=\"1386\" data-end=\"1473\">\u2705 <strong data-start=\"1388\" data-end=\"1406\">Increased comfort<\/strong>: Constant temperature, silence and lack of drafts.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1474\" data-end=\"1575\">\n<p data-start=\"1476\" data-end=\"1575\">\u2705 <strong data-start=\"1478\" data-end=\"1513\">Integration with renewable sources<\/strong>: Solar panels, photovoltaics, energy storage systems.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1577\" data-end=\"1758\">However, there are notable differences between reality and marketing promises. Let&#039;s take a closer look at how a heat pump works and what really matters.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"1760\" data-end=\"1763\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"1765\" data-end=\"1798\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ce_este_COP_si_de_ce_conteaza\"><\/span>What is COP and why does it matter?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 data-start=\"1800\" data-end=\"1814\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Definitie\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\">Definition:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1816\" data-end=\"1954\"><strong data-start=\"1816\" data-end=\"1853\">COP (<a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Coefficient_of_performance\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Performance Coefficient<\/a>)<\/strong> expresses the efficiency of the system: how much thermal energy it produces in relation to the electrical energy consumed.<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1956\" data-end=\"2004\">\n<li data-start=\"1956\" data-end=\"2004\">\n<p data-start=\"1958\" data-end=\"2004\">Example: COP = 5 \u2192 1 kW electric \u2192 5 kW thermal<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"2006\" data-end=\"2041\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Realitatea_din_spatele_cifrelor\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\">The reality behind the numbers<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2043\" data-end=\"2271\">The COP values \u200b\u200bmentioned in the brochures refer to <strong data-start=\"2094\" data-end=\"2126\">ideal laboratory conditions<\/strong>: +7\u00baC outdoor temperature, +35\u00baC flow temperature. These conditions are rare during real winter, especially in Central and Eastern Europe.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2273\" data-end=\"2323\">In practice, actual performance is affected by:<\/p>\n<ol data-start=\"2325\" data-end=\"2685\">\n<li data-start=\"2325\" data-end=\"2412\">\n<p data-start=\"2328\" data-end=\"2412\">\u2744\ufe0f <strong data-start=\"2331\" data-end=\"2365\">Low outside temperature<\/strong>: at -10\u00baC, the COP can drop by up to 50%;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2413\" data-end=\"2520\">\n<p data-start=\"2416\" data-end=\"2520\">\ud83d\udca7 <strong data-start=\"2419\" data-end=\"2442\">Increased humidity<\/strong>: leads to freezing of the heat exchanger, requiring defrost cycles;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2521\" data-end=\"2597\">\n<p data-start=\"2524\" data-end=\"2597\">\ud83c\udf2c\ufe0f <strong data-start=\"2528\" data-end=\"2545\">Strong wind<\/strong>: reduces the efficiency of outdoor mounted units;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2598\" data-end=\"2685\">\n<p data-start=\"2601\" data-end=\"2685\">\ud83c\udfe0 <strong data-start=\"2604\" data-end=\"2637\">Required indoor temperature<\/strong>: the higher it is, the lower the efficiency.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3 data-start=\"2687\" data-end=\"2704\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ce_este_SCOP\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\">What is SCOP?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2706\" data-end=\"2899\"><strong data-start=\"2706\" data-end=\"2752\">SCOP (Seasonal Coefficient of Performance)<\/strong> It provides an annual average, taking into account seasonal variations. It is a much more realistic indicator and should be used for comparisons between models.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"2901\" data-end=\"2904\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"2906\" data-end=\"2962\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tipuri_de_pompe_de_caldura_%E2%80%93_cum_functioneaza_o_pompa_de_caldura\"><\/span>Types of heat pumps \u2013 how a heat pump works<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 data-start=\"2964\" data-end=\"2976\"><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\">MONOBLOCK<a href=\"https:\/\/altal.ro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/mono.webp\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-6228\" src=\"https:\/\/altal.ro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/mono.webp\" alt=\"monobloc heat pump image\" width=\"169\" height=\"169\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/altal.ro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/mono.webp 300w, https:\/\/altal.ro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/mono-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/altal.ro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/mono-12x12.webp 12w, https:\/\/altal.ro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/mono-100x100.webp 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 169px) 100vw, 169px\" \/><\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"2978\" data-end=\"3292\">\n<li data-start=\"2978\" data-end=\"3081\">\n<p data-start=\"2980\" data-end=\"3081\">\ud83d\udd27 All components (compressor, fan, exchanger, valves) are in a single external module.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3082\" data-end=\"3133\">\n<p data-start=\"3084\" data-end=\"3133\">\u2796 High sensitivity to temperatures below -5\u00baC.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3134\" data-end=\"3215\">\n<p data-start=\"3136\" data-end=\"3215\">\ud83d\udd0c Requires additional energy to heat the housing and oil bath.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3216\" data-end=\"3292\">\n<p data-start=\"3218\" data-end=\"3292\">\u2705 Ideal for secondary buildings, swimming pools, greenhouses or areas with mild winters.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"3294\" data-end=\"3303\"><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\">SPLIT<a href=\"https:\/\/altal.ro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/split.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-6229\" src=\"https:\/\/altal.ro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/split.png\" alt=\"monobloc heat pump image\" width=\"158\" height=\"211\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/altal.ro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/split.png 300w, https:\/\/altal.ro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/split-225x300.png 225w, https:\/\/altal.ro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/split-9x12.png 9w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 158px) 100vw, 158px\" \/><\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"3305\" data-end=\"3593\">\n<li data-start=\"3305\" data-end=\"3405\">\n<p data-start=\"3307\" data-end=\"3405\">\ud83c\udf00 The compressor and fan are outside, but the indoor unit contains the main exchanger.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3406\" data-end=\"3452\">\n<p data-start=\"3408\" data-end=\"3452\">\u2705 More efficient than MONOBLOC in cold climates.<a href=\"https:\/\/altal.ro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/full-split.webp\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-6230\" src=\"https:\/\/altal.ro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/full-split.webp\" alt=\"full split heat pump image\" width=\"201\" height=\"268\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/altal.ro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/full-split.webp 300w, https:\/\/altal.ro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/full-split-225x300.webp 225w, https:\/\/altal.ro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/full-split-9x12.webp 9w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 201px) 100vw, 201px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3453\" data-end=\"3521\">\n<p data-start=\"3455\" data-end=\"3521\">\u2796 Requires insulated and correctly sized refrigeration tubing.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3522\" data-end=\"3593\">\n<p data-start=\"3524\" data-end=\"3593\">\ud83d\udd25 May require an auxiliary source (electric resistance or boiler).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"3595\" data-end=\"3609\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FULL_SPLIT\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\">FULL SPLIT<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"3611\" data-end=\"3891\">\n<li data-start=\"3611\" data-end=\"3709\">\n<p data-start=\"3613\" data-end=\"3709\">\ud83d\udee0\ufe0f All critical components (compressor, electronics, heat exchanger) are inside.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3710\" data-end=\"3749\">\n<p data-start=\"3712\" data-end=\"3749\">\u2705 Optimal efficiency even at -25\u00baC.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3750\" data-end=\"3833\">\n<p data-start=\"3752\" data-end=\"3833\">\u267b\ufe0f Possibility to use residual heat for preheating or hot water.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3834\" data-end=\"3891\">\n<p data-start=\"3836\" data-end=\"3891\">\ud83d\udd12 Complete protection against frost and wind.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"3893\" data-end=\"3896\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"3898\" data-end=\"3944\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tehnologia_EVI_%E2%80%93_cum_functioneaza_o_pompa_de_caldura_la_-25oC\"><\/span>EVI technology \u2013 how does a heat pump work at -25\u00baC?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3946\" data-end=\"4090\"><strong data-start=\"3946\" data-end=\"3980\">EVI (Enhanced Vapor Injection)<\/strong> is an advanced technology that allows the heat pump to operate in extreme conditions, down to -30\u00b0C.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"4092\" data-end=\"4139\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cum_functioneaza_o_pompa_de_caldura_cu_EVI\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\">How does an EVI heat pump work?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"4141\" data-end=\"4366\">\n<li data-start=\"4141\" data-end=\"4221\">\n<p data-start=\"4143\" data-end=\"4221\">The intermediate vapors are reintroduced into the compressor through a secondary circuit.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4222\" data-end=\"4283\">\n<p data-start=\"4224\" data-end=\"4283\">This process increases the pressure and condensation temperature.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4284\" data-end=\"4366\">\n<p data-start=\"4286\" data-end=\"4366\">It reduces stress on the compressor and improves overall performance.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/altal.ro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/evi.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-6231\" src=\"https:\/\/altal.ro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/evi.jpg\" alt=\"imagone evi \" width=\"710\" height=\"236\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/altal.ro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/evi.jpg 602w, https:\/\/altal.ro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/evi-300x100.jpg 300w, https:\/\/altal.ro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/evi-18x6.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 710px) 100vw, 710px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Decrease in saturation temperature in the evaporator\u00a0<\/strong>(outdoor unit in heating mode) allows the unit to extract more heat from the surrounding air in cold climate conditions.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Refrigerant overheating\u00a0<\/strong>before injection into the compressor, the pressure and temperature at the compressor outlet increase, which contributes to the increase in the temperature of the liquid leaving the condenser.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pompe_de_caldura_ALTAL_cu_tehnologie_EVI\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong>ALTAL heat pumps with EVI technology<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>He would be\u00a0<strong>GENERAL AWHP EVI\u00a0<\/strong>is equipped with DC inverter compressors or fixed speed compressors with technology\u00a0<strong>HOME\u00a0<\/strong>technology\u00a0<strong>HOME\u00a0<\/strong>and inverter compressors allow heat pumps to operate efficiently at low ambient temperatures, providing reliable heating, cooling and hot water supply. Diagram and graph showing the principle of the influence of steam injection on the operation of an air-to-water heat pump system.<\/p>\n<p>In the diagram shown, the liquid in the condenser\u00a0<strong>8\u00a0<\/strong>(A on the graph) is divided into two parts:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Minor part of the liquid (i)\u00a0<\/strong>:\n<ul>\n<li>Passes through the additional expansion valve\u00a0<strong>4\u00a0<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>with 6\u00a0<\/strong>plates (economizer) (HX), which operate on the countercurrent principle (superheating\u00a0<strong>B\u00a0<\/strong>on the economizer).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Main fluid flow (m)\u00a0<\/strong>:\n<ul>\n<li>This is cooled in the economizer\u00a0<strong>6\u00a0<\/strong>(point\u00a0<strong>A\u00a0<\/strong>on the graph) due to evaporation and overheating of the mass flow injected into the economizer.<\/li>\n<li>saver\u00a0<strong>6\u00a0<\/strong>works as a subcooler for the main mass flow (\u00a0<strong>m\u00b2\u00a0<\/strong>) and as an evaporator for the injected mass.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>Superheated steam\u00a0<\/strong>is then injected into the intermediate steam injection port\u00a0<strong>HOME\u00a0<\/strong>of the scroll compressor.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eficienta_tehnologiei_EVI\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong>Efficiency of EVI technology<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Additional cooling\u00a0<\/strong>:\n<ul>\n<li>Increases evaporator performance\u00a0<strong>3\u00a0<\/strong>by reducing the temperature of the liquid from TLI to TLO, which reduces its enthalpy.<\/li>\n<li>The heating capacity increases due to the additional condensate mass flow EVI (i).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Improved cycle efficiency\u00a0<\/strong>:\n<ul>\n<li>The vapor injection compressor cycle is more efficient than a traditional single-stage compressor delivering the same power.<\/li>\n<li>Additional power is achieved with lower energy consumption because the injected mass is compressed from an intermediate pressure rather than from a low intake pressure.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Advantages of EVI heat pumps<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"4383\" data-end=\"4656\">\n<li data-start=\"4383\" data-end=\"4436\">\n<p data-start=\"4385\" data-end=\"4436\">\u2705 Stable operation in regions with severe winters;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4437\" data-end=\"4488\">\n<p data-start=\"4439\" data-end=\"4488\">\u2705 Constant efficiency without major COP losses;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4489\" data-end=\"4568\">\n<p data-start=\"4491\" data-end=\"4568\">\u2705 Automatic activation depending on temperature (e.g. +7\u00b0C for many models);<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4569\" data-end=\"4656\">\n<p data-start=\"4571\" data-end=\"4656\">\u2705 Possibility of use with environmentally friendly refrigerants such as R290 or R1234ze.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The additional subcooling effect in the EVI configuration allows the heat pump to extract heat from the outside air at lower temperatures. Only this technology can ensure uninterrupted operation of the heating system during the cold period.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Operating temperature range:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Heat pumps with DC inverter compressor or fixed speed compressor without EVI operate in the range from -10\u00b0C .. 20\u00b0C to +45\u00b0C (outdoor air temperature).<\/li>\n<li>Heat pumps with DC inverter compressor or fixed speed compressor and EVI technology operate in an extended range: from -25\u00b0C to +45\u00b0C for refrigerants R32, R410 and from -30\u00b0C to +45\u00b0C for R290, R513, R1234ze.<\/li>\n<li>The steam injection function is activated programmatically at outdoor temperatures of +7\u00b0C or lower.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Thus, technology\u00a0<strong>HOME\u00a0<\/strong>makes heat pumps more efficient in harsh climates, providing stable heating at low ambient temperatures.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"4658\" data-end=\"4661\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"4663\" data-end=\"4714\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ce_influenteaza_eficienta_unei_pompe_de_caldura\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\">What influences the efficiency of a heat pump?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"4716\" data-end=\"5214\">\n<li data-start=\"4716\" data-end=\"4822\">\n<p data-start=\"4718\" data-end=\"4822\">\ud83c\udf21\ufe0f <strong data-start=\"4722\" data-end=\"4740\">Climate zone<\/strong>: Moldova, Romania or Ukraine have different needs than the south of France or Greece.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4823\" data-end=\"4926\">\n<p data-start=\"4825\" data-end=\"4926\">\ud83e\uddf1 <strong data-start=\"4828\" data-end=\"4848\">Thermal insulation<\/strong> of the home: poorly insulated homes consume more, regardless of technology.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4927\" data-end=\"5026\">\n<p data-start=\"4929\" data-end=\"5026\">\u2699\ufe0f <strong data-start=\"4932\" data-end=\"4957\">Correct sizing<\/strong>: an undersized pump will constantly operate at full capacity.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5027\" data-end=\"5113\">\n<p data-start=\"5029\" data-end=\"5113\">\ud83d\udccd <strong data-start=\"5032\" data-end=\"5057\">Location of units<\/strong>: shadow, wind direction, noise level, etc.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5114\" data-end=\"5214\">\n<p data-start=\"5116\" data-end=\"5214\">\ud83e\uddea <strong data-start=\"5119\" data-end=\"5144\">Installation quality<\/strong>: Incorrect installation can negate any advantage of a high-performance system.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"5216\" data-end=\"5219\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"5221\" data-end=\"5265\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Concluzie_%E2%80%93_alegerea_corecta_a_sistemului\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\">Conclusion \u2013 choosing the right system<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"5267\" data-end=\"5404\">Heat pumps are an ideal solution for efficiency and comfort, but <strong data-start=\"5341\" data-end=\"5403\">actual performance depends on the correct choice of system<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5406\" data-end=\"5424\">\ud83d\udd0e What to watch:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"5426\" data-end=\"5714\">\n<li data-start=\"5426\" data-end=\"5474\">\n<p data-start=\"5428\" data-end=\"5474\">\u2714\ufe0f EVI technology for negative temperatures;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5475\" data-end=\"5545\">\n<p data-start=\"5477\" data-end=\"5545\">\u2714\ufe0f System <strong data-start=\"5487\" data-end=\"5501\">FULL SPLIT<\/strong> for main residences in cold regions;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5546\" data-end=\"5606\">\n<p data-start=\"5548\" data-end=\"5606\">\u2714\ufe0f <strong data-start=\"5551\" data-end=\"5583\">Large heat exchangers<\/strong>, with high yield;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5607\" data-end=\"5657\">\n<p data-start=\"5609\" data-end=\"5657\">\u2714\ufe0f SCOP tests and guarantees offered by the manufacturer;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5658\" data-end=\"5714\">\n<p data-start=\"5660\" data-end=\"5714\">\u2714\ufe0f Partners specialized in installation and maintenance.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"5716\" data-end=\"5719\" \/>\n<blockquote data-start=\"5721\" data-end=\"5896\">\n<p data-start=\"5723\" data-end=\"5896\">Nu v\u0103 baza\u021bi doar pe datele de marketing. Verifica\u021bi &lt;strong&gt;cum func\u021bioneaz\u0103 o pomp\u0103 de c\u0103ldur\u0103&lt;\/strong&gt; &icirc;n condi\u021bii reale \u0219i cere\u021bi expertiz\u0103 tehnic\u0103 &icirc;nainte de achizi\u021bie.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<hr data-start=\"5898\" data-end=\"5901\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"287\" data-end=\"315\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Intrebari_frecvente_FAQ\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 data-start=\"317\" data-end=\"375\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%9D%93_Cum_functioneaza_o_pompa_de_caldura_iarna_la_-20%C2%B0C\"><\/span>\u2753 How does a heat pump work in winter, at -20\u00b0C?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"377\" data-end=\"684\">The heat pump extracts heat even from cold air. Models with technology <strong data-start=\"458\" data-end=\"465\">HOME<\/strong> and in configuration <strong data-start=\"485\" data-end=\"499\">FULL SPLIT<\/strong> can operate efficiently down to -25\u00b0C or even -30\u00b0C, maintaining an acceptable COP. Standard systems without EVI lose efficiency below -5\u00b0C and may require an auxiliary heat source.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"686\" data-end=\"689\" \/>\n<h3 data-start=\"691\" data-end=\"736\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%9D%93_Care_este_diferenta_dintre_COP_si_SCOP\"><\/span>\u2753 What is the difference between COP and SCOP?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"738\" data-end=\"953\">\n<li data-start=\"738\" data-end=\"813\">\n<p data-start=\"740\" data-end=\"813\"><strong data-start=\"740\" data-end=\"747\">COP<\/strong> is the performance at a given time, under ideal conditions (e.g. +7\u00b0C);<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"814\" data-end=\"876\">\n<p data-start=\"816\" data-end=\"876\"><strong data-start=\"816\" data-end=\"824\">SCOPE<\/strong> it is the annual average, much closer to reality;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"877\" data-end=\"953\">\n<p data-start=\"879\" data-end=\"953\">The recommendation is to always compare SCOP for model selection.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"955\" data-end=\"958\" \/>\n<h3 data-start=\"960\" data-end=\"1021\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%9D%93_Pompa_de_caldura_poate_inlocui_complet_centrala_pe_gaz\"><\/span>\u2753 Can the heat pump completely replace the gas boiler?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1023\" data-end=\"1056\">Yes, but only under certain conditions:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1057\" data-end=\"1228\">\n<li data-start=\"1057\" data-end=\"1082\">\n<p data-start=\"1059\" data-end=\"1082\">the house is well insulated;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1083\" data-end=\"1129\">\n<p data-start=\"1085\" data-end=\"1129\">a pump is chosen <strong data-start=\"1105\" data-end=\"1128\">correctly sized<\/strong>;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1130\" data-end=\"1228\">\n<p data-start=\"1132\" data-end=\"1228\">preferably a system <strong data-start=\"1153\" data-end=\"1185\">FULL SPLIT with EVI technology<\/strong>, for total autonomy in winter.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"1230\" data-end=\"1233\" \/>\n<h3 data-start=\"1235\" data-end=\"1278\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%9D%93_Este_nevoie_de_rezervor_de_acumulare\"><\/span>\u2753 Is a storage tank needed?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1280\" data-end=\"1558\">In most cases \u2013 yes. A <strong data-start=\"1314\" data-end=\"1324\">puffer<\/strong> (buffer tank) helps reduce short cycles, maintains constant comfort and protects the compressor against premature wear. Volumes vary depending on the type of installation (radiators, floor, fan coils).<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"1560\" data-end=\"1563\" \/>\n<h3 data-start=\"1565\" data-end=\"1614\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%9D%93_Ce_intretinere_necesita_o_pompa_de_caldura\"><\/span>\u2753 What maintenance does a heat pump require?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"1616\" data-end=\"1807\">\n<li data-start=\"1616\" data-end=\"1686\">\n<p data-start=\"1618\" data-end=\"1686\">Cleaning the filters and the outdoor unit (leaves, dust, ice);<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1687\" data-end=\"1732\">\n<p data-start=\"1689\" data-end=\"1732\">Checking the refrigerant level;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1733\" data-end=\"1807\">\n<p data-start=\"1735\" data-end=\"1807\">Annual control of operation and efficiency by authorized personnel.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"1809\" data-end=\"1812\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"1814\" data-end=\"1866\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tabel_comparativ_MONOBLOC_vs_SPLIT_vs_FULL_SPLIT\"><\/span>Comparative table: MONOBLOC vs SPLIT vs FULL SPLIT<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"_tableContainer_16hzy_1\">\n<div class=\"_tableWrapper_16hzy_14 group flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<table class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" style=\"width: 70.6843%;\" border=\"1\" data-start=\"1868\" data-end=\"3638\">\n<thead data-start=\"1868\" data-end=\"2044\">\n<tr data-start=\"1868\" data-end=\"2044\">\n<th style=\"width: 14.3368%; text-align: center;\" data-start=\"1868\" data-end=\"1902\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Characteristic<\/th>\n<th style=\"width: 16.6853%; text-align: center;\" data-start=\"1902\" data-end=\"1944\" data-col-size=\"sm\">MONOBLOCK<\/th>\n<th style=\"width: 14.967%; text-align: center;\" data-start=\"1944\" data-end=\"1992\" data-col-size=\"sm\">SPLIT<\/th>\n<th style=\"width: 21.7631%; text-align: center;\" data-start=\"1992\" data-end=\"2044\" data-col-size=\"md\"><strong data-start=\"1994\" data-end=\"2008\">FULL SPLIT<\/strong> (recommended)<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody data-start=\"2223\" data-end=\"3638\">\n<tr data-start=\"2223\" data-end=\"2401\">\n<td style=\"width: 14.3368%; text-align: left;\" data-start=\"2223\" data-end=\"2257\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Number of units<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.6853%; text-align: center;\" data-start=\"2257\" data-end=\"2300\" data-col-size=\"sm\">1 (exterior)<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 14.967%; text-align: center;\" data-start=\"2300\" data-end=\"2349\" data-col-size=\"sm\">2 (outer + inner)<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 21.7631%; text-align: center;\" data-start=\"2349\" data-end=\"2401\" data-col-size=\"md\">2 (outer: exchanger, inner: the rest)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"2402\" data-end=\"2578\">\n<td style=\"width: 14.3368%; text-align: left;\" data-start=\"2402\" data-end=\"2436\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Assembly<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.6853%; text-align: center;\" data-start=\"2436\" data-end=\"2479\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Simple, compact<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 14.967%; text-align: center;\" data-start=\"2479\" data-end=\"2527\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Requires refrigeration connections<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 21.7631%; text-align: center;\" data-start=\"2527\" data-end=\"2578\" data-col-size=\"md\">Requires professional installation<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"2579\" data-end=\"2753\">\n<td style=\"width: 14.3368%; text-align: left;\" data-start=\"2579\" data-end=\"2612\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Operation at -20\u00b0C<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.6853%; text-align: center;\" data-start=\"2612\" data-end=\"2654\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Limited, low yield<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 14.967%; text-align: center;\" data-start=\"2654\" data-end=\"2702\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Acceptable with EVI<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 21.7631%; text-align: center;\" data-start=\"2702\" data-end=\"2753\" data-col-size=\"md\"><strong data-start=\"2704\" data-end=\"2740\">Efficient and stable down to -30\u00b0C<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"2754\" data-end=\"2929\">\n<td style=\"width: 14.3368%; text-align: left;\" data-start=\"2754\" data-end=\"2787\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Protected components<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.6853%; text-align: center;\" data-start=\"2787\" data-end=\"2829\" data-col-size=\"sm\">\u274c all exposed<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 14.967%; text-align: center;\" data-start=\"2829\" data-end=\"2878\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Partial<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 21.7631%; text-align: center;\" data-start=\"2878\" data-end=\"2929\" data-col-size=\"md\">\u2705 all critical components are protected<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"2930\" data-end=\"3106\">\n<td style=\"width: 14.3368%; text-align: left;\" data-start=\"2930\" data-end=\"2963\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Hidden costs (self-heating)<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.6853%; text-align: center;\" data-start=\"2963\" data-end=\"3005\" data-col-size=\"sm\">\u2705 raised<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 14.967%; text-align: center;\" data-start=\"3005\" data-end=\"3054\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Moderate<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 21.7631%; text-align: center;\" data-start=\"3054\" data-end=\"3106\" data-col-size=\"md\">\u2705 minimal, due to internal location<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"3107\" data-end=\"3284\">\n<td style=\"width: 14.3368%; text-align: left;\" data-start=\"3107\" data-end=\"3140\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Overall energy efficiency<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.6853%; text-align: center;\" data-start=\"3140\" data-end=\"3183\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Average<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 14.967%; text-align: center;\" data-start=\"3183\" data-end=\"3232\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Hello<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 21.7631%; text-align: center;\" data-start=\"3232\" data-end=\"3284\" data-col-size=\"md\"><strong data-start=\"3234\" data-end=\"3279\">Very good \/ optimized for cold areas<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"3285\" data-end=\"3460\">\n<td style=\"width: 14.3368%; text-align: left;\" data-start=\"3285\" data-end=\"3318\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Recommended for<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.6853%; text-align: center;\" data-start=\"3318\" data-end=\"3360\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Mild climate, annexes, greenhouses<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 14.967%; text-align: center;\" data-start=\"3360\" data-end=\"3408\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Zone temperate<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 21.7631%; text-align: center;\" data-start=\"3408\" data-end=\"3460\" data-col-size=\"md\"><strong data-start=\"3410\" data-end=\"3444\">Cold areas, main dwellings<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"3461\" data-end=\"3638\">\n<td style=\"width: 14.3368%; text-align: left;\" data-start=\"3461\" data-end=\"3494\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Purchase price<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.6853%; text-align: center;\" data-start=\"3494\" data-end=\"3537\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Low<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 14.967%; text-align: center;\" data-start=\"3537\" data-end=\"3586\" data-col-size=\"sm\">environment<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 21.7631%; text-align: center;\" data-start=\"3586\" data-end=\"3638\" data-col-size=\"md\">Higher, but justified by performance<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<div class=\"sticky end-(--thread-content-margin) h-0 self-end select-none\">\n<div class=\"absolute end-0 flex items-end\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr data-start=\"3640\" data-end=\"3643\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"3645\" data-end=\"3666\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Concluzie_completa\"><\/span>Full conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3668\" data-end=\"3872\">When choosing a heat pump, it is not enough to just look at the price or COP in the brochures. It is important to understand how a heat pump works.<strong data-start=\"3798\" data-end=\"3855\">\u00a0in real conditions<\/strong>, taking into account:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3874\" data-end=\"3981\">\n<li data-start=\"3874\" data-end=\"3891\">\n<p data-start=\"3876\" data-end=\"3891\">the climate of the area;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3892\" data-end=\"3909\">\n<p data-start=\"3894\" data-end=\"3909\">house insulation;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3910\" data-end=\"3950\">\n<p data-start=\"3912\" data-end=\"3950\">real needs for comfort and hot water;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3951\" data-end=\"3981\">\n<p data-start=\"3953\" data-end=\"3981\">the support offered by the supplier.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"3983\" data-end=\"4243\">systems <strong data-start=\"3993\" data-end=\"4007\">FULL SPLIT<\/strong>, with all critical components inside, combine energy efficiency with reliability and low-temperature performance. When equipped with technology <strong data-start=\"4167\" data-end=\"4174\">HOME<\/strong>, can provide constant comfort, without auxiliary sources even in winter.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"4245\" data-end=\"4248\" \/>\n<p data-start=\"4250\" data-end=\"4544\"><strong data-start=\"4250\" data-end=\"4264\">ALTAL Group<\/strong> recommends FULL SPLIT heat pumps with EVI technology, adapted to the climate of Moldova and Romania. We offer professional installation, customized design and full technical support.<br data-start=\"4447\" data-end=\"4450\" \/>\ud83d\udcd8 Consult <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/altal.ro\/en\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"4462\" data-end=\"4505\">our online catalog<\/a> to discover the right models.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p data-start=\"4250\" data-end=\"4544\">","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How a heat pump works \u2014 principle, scheme and advantages of air-to-water heat pumps Air-to-water heat pump \u2013 is an energy-efficient device for heating, cooling and preparing domestic hot water. 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