Heat pumps require precise air flow control for maximum efficiency. 

The major component of any heat pump is its compressor. The compressor does the work of heating and cooling a given space. However, it needs the correct air flow to keep it running efficiently. Too much or too little air flow and you not only lose efficiency, but you risk causing damage or reducing the life of the system. By monitoring the temperature of the air, the HP-120 and HP-240 controls can precisely adjust the air flow to meet the need of the Heat pump at any given time. This maximizes the compressors efficiency during the entire heating or cooling cycle, for every cycle, no matter what the current conditions are. 

Eliminate Cold Drafts!

While heat pumps are a great option for heating your home, one common complaint that is cold drafts. This occurs because when a heat pump fist comes on the air in the plenum is cold, and the coil takes some time to warm it up. However, to protect the system the fan also must come on. This results in a blast of cold air that seems to last forever, and often causes you to turn up the thermostat more in an effort to get comfortable. With a FanHandler control installed, cold drafts are a thing of the past. This is because, the fan speed is tied directly to the temperature of the air. This means when the air in the plenum is cold the air flow is very low, and only begins to warm up as the air warms up. 

Air Destratification 

FanHandler controls allow for a gentle air circulation mode that continuously mixes the air, eliminating hot and cold spots in the home. This keeps temperatures even from room to room, and from floor to ceiling. 

Smooth fan speed changes

FanHandler controls smoothly ramp the blower's speed, and they only ramp up to full speed when required. This means no more hearing that loud whoosh of air when the system comes on, and quieter air flow when the system is running.

Continuous filtration

While most systems only make use of your air filter, electronic air cleaner, or UV Light while there is a need for heating or cooling. FanHandler controls are designed to run continuously at a greatly reduced speed. This maximizes the air purifying power of these devices because they are always in use, and the reduced air flow means they are working at peak efficiencies. Check out our Indoor Air Quality video to learn more.

Unbeatable humidity reduction

In many parts of the country high humidity can be a big problem. Proper humidity control can be very complex. Maximizing the humidity reduction of a heat pump or AC unit, requires the perfect balance of air flow and cooling. If the fan is running too fast, the system cannot properly dehumidify, but if it runs too slow you risk damaging the system. Many contractors will do their best to set the fan speed just right to keep you comfortable and your system safe, but with ever changing conditions this is not an easy task. By monitoring air temperature and adjusting the air flow FanHandler controls achieve impressive humidity reduction when needed.