Air coolers are a good alternative to air-conditioners, for those who can't afford them and for those who live in dry areas. It is based on a very simple principle - water is put into a cooler, which is circulated by a pump and sprinkled continuously on to fiber pads. This continuous motion evaporates all the heat and cools the air, which is then thrown out into the room, thereby cooling it.
Before you buy a cooler, it's sensible to analyse why you want to buy a cooler. Firstly, a cooler will give slightly dampened cooling, so it is not very conducive to humid climates. However, it is the ideal cooling option in a dry climate, as it will give you the much-needed moisture along with a welcome respite from the heat. Also, you need to figure out the capacity of the cooler you'll need. A capacity smaller than what's needed could defeat the purpose and will be a waste of your money. Therefore, gauging your room size and the number of people go in for a suitable capacity.
Types of Air Coolers
Single-stage and two-stage. Single-stage or direct evaporative coolers are by far the most common and are categorised primarily by pad style. These are extensively available in most stores in our country. Then there are window-mounted coolers. This is a low-cost installation model and is the most commonly used.
Key Factors
Thickness of Pads: Pad thickness is vital to get good performance - pads in conventionally designed coolers should generally be at least 90 mm thick. Pads should be generally at least 50 mm thick.
Desirable Features: For decades the standard cooler had a two-speed motor, a pump switch, and a continuous bleed system. These features make for a simple reliable cooler. However, the number of features and options available today can be very confusing.
Variable Speed: Coolers, which come with a regulator (like in fans), are much better, especially for nights, when it gets sufficiently cold. A variable speed cooler is a better option than a two- speed cooler.
Automatic Control: Electronic thermostats are available to vary the fan speed automatically, and switch the pump and fan on and off.
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Its good to know about them , but iwas also looking for the prices
shakin shetty | May 10,2008
Basic information required by a customer had been beautifully illustrated here!! what else do you need ? Good Job, keep it up the good work, you dont wanna air cooler to defeat your purpose to the customers, aint it ? :)
John | May 02,2008
Coolers are good/ Ac is better if affordable.
abhi | Apr 02,2008
Please let me know the various brand of coolers available along with their prices.
Thanks
Rajesh | Mar 31,2008
Good description. Well done. Pls let me know latest products along with their prices..
Chandan | Feb 14,2008
pls let me know latest products...
lokesh irabatti | Oct 23,2007
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MANOJA BISWAL | Sep 27,2007