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Della Optima TP Series Mini-Split AC Review: Cheap, Smart, and (Mostly) Reliable
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Ductless mini-split air-conditioners have risen in popularity dramatically in recent years.
Key facts
- Della invited me to test its Optima 048-TP-12K1V-23S-IN mini-split, which offers 12,000 BTU of cooling and 12,400 BTU of heating capacity
- Maximum power draw is 960 watts from a 115-volt circuit, and it's rated to cover 550 square feet, or one small room
- While the Della Optima costs only $921 (with coupon on Amazon), professional installation will run you considerably more than the hardware — They are much smaller and easier to install than HVAC systems, they’re far less expensive, and they’re quiet
Summary
Mini-splits make a compelling climate control solution for several reasons. Della invited me to test its Optima 048-TP-12K1V-23S-IN mini-split, which offers 12,000 BTU of cooling and 12,400 BTU of heating capacity. Maximum power draw is 960 watts from a 115-volt circuit, and it's rated to cover 550 square feet, or one small room. Like most mini-splits, Della’s product arrived in three boxes, one for each primary component: The indoor air handler (the part you see on the wall inside), the compressor (the larger component that lives outside and circulates refrigerant), and the conduit that connects the two (including refrigerant lines, drain lines, and electrical wiring). While the Della Optima costs only $921 (with coupon on Amazon), professional installation will run you considerably more than the hardware.