Arnold DavisAir coolers offer more effective cooling performance than a simple fan and can lower the temperature of your room by a few degrees. However, choosing the right one can be challenging.
Look for an air cooler with a small physical footprint and a low audio profile. Also, be sure to check clearances between the cooler and your RAM and VRM heatsinks before buying.
Size
Air coolers come in a range of sizes and cooling capacities. You need to choose the right size based on the room where you want to install it. Too small and the cooler will not be able to cool the area effectively, while too big and it might create too much humidity.
The cooler’s air flow is determined by its CFM (cubic feet per minute) capacity. To calculate the required CFM for your space, you need to know the room’s square footage and the ceiling height. You can find this information on the product specification sheet.
Another thing to consider is the water tank capacity. The bigger the tank, the less often you will need to refill it. In addition, you should look for a water tank that is easy to access and has an ice compartment that increases the cooling efficiency of the cooler. This will help you save time and effort in the long run.
Noise
Noise levels are a big consideration for many PC users, but at what point does cooler noise become an issue is very much relative to your environment and the type of activity you do with your computer. For example, a CPU cooler reaching 45dB is probably loud enough to be noticeable in most offices. However, this is well within a comfortable level for most people and ambient noises will likely drown out the sound of the cooler anyway, Link klicken.
To reduce the noise produced by a cooler, insulating it with some sound-absorbing materials such as acoustic foam can help. Alternatively, you can also try cutting holes in the back and front of the cooler to improve airflow. Bear in mind that it’s normal for cheaper coolers to produce more noise, as they often use lower quality parts. However, if you’re willing to spend more money on an air cooler (Amazon link), the sound reduction will usually be significantly better.
Remote control
The remote control is what enables the user to adjust the functions of the air conditioner. It is a complex piece of electronic equipment that includes a circuit board, a programmed integrated circuit, battery connectors, transistors and transmitter module. It detects the buttons that are pressed and then sends out the signal sequence that corresponds to those specific keys.
There was a great iF project submitted by Donghua University that would add a refreshable braille display to the AC remote to make it accessible for blind users. However, that kind of UI would be highly unusual and requires more in-depth user research to be incorporated into an actual product.
Conclusion:
The first key button on the remote control is usually the power button, which looks similar to a normal switch and is represented by a vertical bar within a circle or semi-circle. Next to it is the Cool button, which controls the air flow in the cooling mode.