A hybrid heat system reacts to changes in temperature and automatically adjusts to the method available to heat or cool a house. It combines a furnace with a heat pump.[1]

Mechanics

A heat pump can be used to both cool or heat a house. The heat pump transfers heat via the transmission of R-410A refrigerant.[2]

Hybrid heat can work with both gas and electric systems or by using a variable-speed fan. Variable-speed fans use direct-current electronically commutated motors (ECM).[3][4]

Energy consumption

While local energy costs vary, a heat pump can reduce electricity use by up to 40 percent.[5]

References

  1. ↑ "Hybrid Heat Systems: How Do They Work? - Trane®". Trane Residential. 2023-01-24. Retrieved 2023-08-03.
  2. ↑ "How Heat Pumps Work", HowStuffWorks, Retrieved December 16, 2015
  3. ↑ "Energy Star Showcases Efficient, Green HVAC Products", ACHR News, Retrieved December 16, 2015
  4. ↑ "Comparing Motor Technologies", ACHR News, Retrieved December 16, 2015
  5. ↑ "Heat Pump Systems", Energy.gov, Retrieved December 16, 2015
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