I've been seeing a lot of swamp coolers on electric appliances stores and DIY hardware shops being sold. They are also becoming popular on open air restaurants. But what is this swamp cooler thing?
Swamp coolers , similar to air conditioners, were invented to turn hot air into cool, the science behind each method is quite different.
Let' see the detailed comparison below:
Air-con | Swamp cooler |
Needs to power compressor and pump, generally high energy consumption | Only need to power a water pump and a fan to draw the air through the pads |
Reliably dehumidify and cool the air, no matter where you live | Unless the relative humidity is less than a maximum of 40%, swamp coolers are not very effective. |
Room must be enclosed | keep a window open. |
Expensive to buy | Evaporative coolers are less expensive |
Repair and maintenance of air conditioning systems should be left to professional service technicians. | Easily be serviced by any home owner with a minimum of mechanical knowledge, a screwdriver and an adjustable wrench |
