Are you relying on a fan to keep you cool in summer? It’s cheaper, but it’s not going to cut it.
But if you’re asking “what type of air conditioning is better for my home in Melbourne?”, it can seem overwhelming with the many models and types on the market.
This article will take stress out of the decision-making process and compare split systems and bulkhead air conditioning.
Also known as ceiling cassette units, they are a subtype of AC for smaller spaces. Let’s look at some of the reasons to install one:
If you have limited wall or floor space, bulkhead AC options are compact and sleek for spaces like schools, offices, or hospitals.
Older air conditioners are bulky and intrusive, but bulkhead (despite its name!) is almost invisible once installed. Not only is it safer in the long scheme of things, but it also meets Australian building regulations.
A single outdoor system supports the operation of up to four indoor units that are still energy efficient.
If you’re operating one bulkhead AC indoors, it is operated at a sensible limit for your home or business.
The fans and compressors are very quiet, so this is an awesome feature to have on the side of an air conditioning device.
Since there is no ductwork involved during installation as well, it’s a quieter option.
Do you have a number of rooms to cool/heat, but each family member has their own preferences for comfort? A bulkhead AC means you can control each individual unit. With adjustable zones, airflow is directed at specific areas of your home, so you can cool your workspace for remote work or heat your bedroom for sleep.
This feature isn’t found in ducted systems that run with a single unit; the process is similar for multi-head split systems where zoning is involved.
Still can’t decide? Read our blog on: Evaporative Cooling vs. Reverse Cycle: Which is Best For Your Home?
Experience ultimate comfort with the Mitsubishi Electric SEZ-M Series Bulkhead Air Conditioner, a low static system that combines performance and discreet design. Perfect to cool or heat a single room! Features include:
Built for quiet, energy-efficient operation, its sleek, compact form ensures powerful climate control without compromising the style of your home or office.
A split system air conditioner is made up of two separate units: one inside your home and one outside. The indoor unit is responsible for blowing warm or cool air directly into the room, while the outdoor unit houses key components like the compressor and condenser.
For Melbourne homes, where you might just want to cool a living area or heat a bedroom during chilly mornings, a split system is a practical (and popular) solution.
Indoor unit: Mounted to the wall inside the room, it contains the evaporator coil and a fan to circulate air.
Outdoor unit: Installed outside, this unit includes the compressor, condenser coil, and expansion valve.
Refrigerant cycle: A refrigerant moves between the two units, absorbing heat from indoors, releasing it outside, or reversing the process when heating.
Smart temperature control: Most models come with a remote or app-based control, letting you adjust temperature, fan speed, and more.
There are also different types of split systems: wall-mounted, multi-split and floor-mounted.
Whether you want to feel refreshingly cool or warm and cosy, the Mitsubishi MSZ-AP series is a great cooling and heating option for single rooms and compact homes.
Blending modern clean lines with elegance and efficiency, the MSZ-EF split system air conditioners deliver exceptional indoor comfort and improved air quality. The AC also complements your home’s interior with a sleek, stylish design.
When looking at bulkhead systems and split systems, the difference lies in the design of the indoor unit.
A bulkhead air conditioner’s indoor unit is concealed within a wall or ceiling (usually a drop ceiling), making it much less visible. In contrast, a split system’s indoor unit is mounted directly on the wall, fully exposed. In short, the bulkhead is integrated into the building, while the split system isn’t. Here are some similarities!
Read: How To Clean Your Split System for Optimal Cooling Performance.
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So, what do you buy for your business or home?
It depends on the size of your property, how you’d like to cool/heat your area, how often you can maintain it yourself, whether your building has capacity for the installation, how often you’re at home, and a myriad of other things! Aust Climate takes your needs into account.
Bulkhead systems are ideal when you want cooling or heating without visible indoor units. They tuck away into ceilings or bulkheads, delivering quiet, distributed air‑flow. Split systems, meanwhile, are often easier to install and maintain, and they provide flexibility and visibility in spaces where ceiling or ceiling-cavity installation isn’t possible.
If you’re weighing up which is right for your Melbourne home (whether it’s a new build, a renovation or an upgrade), Aust Climate can point you to a great cooling system. We are masters of heating and cooling.
In the HVAC business for over 25 years as trained technicians, we offer a 6-year workmanship guarantee for split systems, add-on cooling, multi head split systems, electric heating and cooling, ducted reverse cycle heating and cooling, and more.
Contact us now by calling 03 9726 4444, emailing admin@austclimate.com.au, or checking out our New Season Products in Chirnside Park, Victoria.
