In a nutshell, VRV and VRF are both the same type of HVAC technology despite many mistaking VRV and VRF to be two different types of HVAC systems. So what’s the difference?
VRV: The term VRV (Variable Refrigerant Volume) is the official trademark of the HVAC system invented by Daikin in the earl 1980s, based on Inverter Technology Compressors.
VRF: All other companies besides Daikin use the more commonly-used term VRF (Variable Refrigerant Flow) for their similar HVAC systems.
Why should I use VRV or VRF?Utilising sophisticated technology, both VRV and VRF are pretty much the best of the best when it comes to Air Conditioning Systems. VRV and VRF benefit from:
- Refrigerants being the only coolant in the system, as opposed to a chilled water system
- Inverter compressors which for a lower power consumption
- Multiple air handlers on the same refrigerant circuit
- Ability to automatically adjust to outdoor conditions
