Cassette-Type (Ceiling) Air Conditioners
Commercial ceiling-mounted units for offices, restaurants, and retail spaces. Requires false ceiling for installation.
Capacity
1.5 – 6.0 HP
BTU Range
18,000 – 72,000 BTU/hr
Efficiency
COP 3.0 – 4.5
Refrigerant
R-32, R-410A
Price Range
₱55,000 – ₱250,000
What Is a Cassette-Type Aircon?
Cassette-type air conditioners are ceiling-recessed units that distribute conditioned air downward through a decorative panel flush with the ceiling. Unlike wall-mounted split types that blow air in one direction, cassette units can distribute air in 2 or 4 directions simultaneously, providing uniform cooling across larger open-plan spaces. The unit body is hidden above the false ceiling, with only the decorative panel and air vents visible from below. This makes cassettes ideal for Philippine offices, restaurants, and retail spaces where aesthetics matter and wall space is reserved for displays, shelving, or signage. Installation requires a false ceiling with sufficient clearance (typically 300-400mm) and access panels for maintenance.
Sizing Cassettes for Philippine Commercial Spaces
For Philippine commercial spaces with standard 2.7-3.0 meter ceiling heights, each cassette unit typically covers 40-80 square meters depending on heat load. A typical 30-seat restaurant in Metro Manila requires 2-3 units of 3.0 HP each to handle cooking heat, customer occupancy, and solar gain. A 100 sqm office with 15-20 workstations and computer equipment needs approximately 2 units of 3.0-4.0 HP. For spaces larger than 150 sqm, consider multiple cassettes connected to a single VRF outdoor unit for centralized management and energy optimization. Carrier and Daikin cassettes offer BMS connectivity for integration with building management systems.
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