If the temperatures rise to the unbearable, the Split air conditioning system is intended to efficiently cool down Midea. We checked how well you succeed!
When the weather strikes again caps, the days are unbearably hot and moving unusually difficult, you want quick cooling. The manufacturer Midea promises exactly that with the mobile split air conditioning system Portasplit. We checked in the practical test whether the device keeps this promise.
The most important thing shortly
- Efficient cooling: In the test, the Midea Portasplit cools medium-sized rooms quickly and effectively, thanks to split technology, works more energy-efficient than monoblock devices.
- Mobility advantage: Thanks to mobile construction, it is also suitable for rental apartments or listed buildings.
- Versatile: In addition to the classic cooling function, heating, dehumidification and ventilation functions are on board; Extensive accessories for flexible installation are included.
Split air conditioning system with special feature
Unlike the “normal” mobile air conditioners with exhaust hose, a split air conditioning system works with an inner and an outdoor unit. The advantage: The closed system does not generate a negative pressure like the conventional mobile systems and does not absorb the warm air through the open window, where the exhaust hose is normally brought out.
As a result, Split climate devices are much more efficient, among other things, and the running costs in operation are therefore less-for the same cooling capacity. So far, such solutions had to be installed firmly. This can quickly become a challenge, especially in rental apartments or old buildings with monument protection. Manufacturer Midea relies on another concept with the portaflit. Because, as the name suggests, this system is portable and can therefore be used exactly in such problem cases.
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Broadly positioned
At first glance, the system looks quite chunky and is not a lightweight with its total weight of 46 kilograms. For this purpose, however, the outside and inside unit can be put together with a connecting plate and can then be conveniently brought to the location thanks to smooth rollers. However, since the connecting plate in daily operation is not necessary, it is unfortunately disturbing in the corner. A direct bracket on the device would be desirable here.
A universal holder is included for assembly. With this, the outdoor unit with its 12 kilograms can be attached to a sloping roof window as well as to the normal window or railing. The refrigerant hose, which firmly connects both units, has the dimensions of 220 cm / 7 cm / 3 cm (length / width / depth). Thus, the installation is also possible on slightly higher windows and the window only has to remain a small gap. A little caution is required with the handling of the outdoor unit, because the lamellae quite unprotected there can quickly bend.
Also included in the package are a steel protection rope, a drain hose with a maximum of 170 cm, replacement air filter, cable recording, sealing for the window and a self -adhesive Velcro fastener, so that the window no longer opens up on the bride (see photo).
By remote control and app
In contrast to the total weight, the operation is child’s play. Because the system can be controlled via the supplied remote control or on the go via app. All settings such as timer functions, modes or ventilation speed can then be adjusted via these. The sound or the lighting can also be set.
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Lofe breeze or real cooling effect?
According to the manufacturer, the system with its 12,000 BTU / 3.5 kilowatts should be suitable for rooms up to 42 square meters (105 cubic meters of space volume). However, this information should always be enjoyed with caution, since different influencing factors such as the number of windows, sunlight or isolation play an individual role.
The test quickly showed what the system could do. After just an hour, the 109 cubic meters of room air in the test chamber without a window had already cooled down by 4.9 ° Celsius. After two hours even 5.7 ° Celsius and after the total term of four hours, the air was 6.5 ° Celsius colder than before. The portaflit reaches a minimal temperature of 3.8 ° Celsius in the air flow directly in the ventilation outlet.
And electricity consumption is also impressive. The system used an average of 753.6 watts within the four hours of term. Converted to the annual cooling capacity on 30 summer days and four hours of term per day, the approximately 36 euros in electricity costs.
But the performance also has its price. In contrast to the mobile monoblock air conditioning systemswhich can be obtained from around 250 euros, you have to leaf through just under 1100 euros for the portaflit. This is not much for a split climate unit, but it is still a bit more expensive. For this, however, the system can not only cool, but also heat, dehumidifying the room or can only be ventilated.
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Here it hums
In full ventilation and cooling level, the interior unit with 10.1 sone is not exactly quiet. For this, the manufacturer offers the silent mode as a setting option. If this mode is activated, the device generates a volume of 4.3 sone. However, the testers found the noise to be somewhat disturbing because a slight hum can be heard.
The portaflit has a solid cooling capacity and is also very suitable for medium -sized rooms. The supplied accessories and the app control ensure that the system runs smoothly in the practical test. In addition, the system can also be put into operation in rental properties or listed old buildings. Anyone who has the necessary change is well advised with the portaflit.
Note: This practical test was mainly checked. Follow the heating output and full test.
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