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Summertime! The perfect time to schedule your ceiling fan installation. The hot weather we are having increases the demand for appliances that give a respite from the summer heat without ruining our current budget. Ceiling fans are one such choice – it is budget-friendly and can be used all year long. But which is better, AC versus DC ceiling fans? Ceiling fans greatly contribute to being able to cool down indoors during the summer months. They cool the occupants of the room with the breeze that comes from it. This is different from the cooling effect of the air conditioner where it is able to make the actual room cooler.
Ceiling fans are more efficient in cooling down than pedestal, desk or stand fans as it stimulates the whole space instead of a particular space in a single motion. They come in different sizes and styles and can act as your centrepiece because ceiling fans come in different colours, makes and models to complement your space.
Differences between AC and DC ceiling fans
AC and DC pertains to the electric current used in getting electrical equipment to work. AC means alternating current while DC is direct current. Appliances in general use AC motors as the current distributed by power companies if of the AC type. Technically, DC fans harness less energy than an AC fan and are usually quieter. Their motors are usually lighter and more compact thereby allowing for a thinner motor design.
AC fans are powered by reverse flow direction electrical charge while DC works with constant flow. The earliest fans are made with AC motors which are easier and cheaper to manufacture. They have more controller options like a chain switch, pull cord, wall switch or remote control.
Direct current flows in a single direction with a steady voltage. It is prone to lose power. DC fans are more costly than AC products. It is true that DC uses less electricity, weighing in the initial cost versus the long term, it is not as significant than is normally perceived. DC fans are usually controlled remotely that require batteries but do sometimes have wall controllers for an additional charge.
The DC era cometh
The age of technology and use of semiconductors gives DC a new lease to power electronic equipment. The age of computers and portable devices opened a comeback for DCs for instruments that only have two settings – on and off. DC power at present is used for computers and its components, accessories and the interface it is connected on known as clouds or servers which need to always be switched on in real time.
Which one is right for you?
AC versus DC ceiling fans, essentially, your final choice would have to do with what is within your budget, how often you will be using it, and which one best fits your style and the area it will be occupying. It is convenient to note that ceiling fans can also be beneficial during winter months for warm air to be pulled down to make it feel warmer.
Be sure to note that:
Australian law requires that ceiling fans be installed by a licensed and insured electrician. The distance from the floor should not be lower than 2.1 meters with blade diameters of 44 to 56 inches. Fans with metal blades are generally more noisy than ones with wooden planks. The number of blades rarely makes a difference in air circulation.
Contact us for professional ceiling fan installation in Sydney. With 20 years of experience in both residential and commercial electrical services and installations, know that we will get the job done efficiently.
