Breezair evaporative cooler
Breezair evaporative cooling from Seeley International offers advanced technology for fixed evaporative cooling for the entire home and is the quietest running and most energy-efficient evaporative cooler on the market! (2)
With its patented inverter technology, advanced water management and distribution system, and superior Chillcel pads for greater cooling capacity, Breezair is a world leader in rooftop evaporative air conditioning.
Breezair is engineered for uncompromised customer confidence as all products are tested in its NATA accredited laboratory. What does that mean for you? You can rest assured that every Breezair product is backed for superior performance with quality components.
With Seeley International’s smart wall controllers, every element of the Breezair evaporative air conditioning system comes together to ensure perfect climate control with the benefit of natural and energy-efficient cooling.
Based in Denver, CO, Seeley International Americas is a subsidiary of Australia’s largest air conditioning and ducted gas heating manufacturer and a global leader in developing ingenious, energy efficient cooling and heating products. In the US, evaporative cooling operates effectively in California, Nevada, New Mexico, Colorado, Utah, Arizona, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, and specific regions in North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska and El Paso, Texas.
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Breezair ICON® EXQ series
Offering the most efficient and quietest evaporative cooler(3)
Discover the ICON EXQ series
Breezair ICON® EXQ Series key features
- 7,500 – 9,500 Industry Standard (CFM)
- Centrifugal fan
- Variable-speed inverter motor
- 37,580-46,070 Cooling Capacity 0.3 IWG (BTU/hr)
- MagIQtouch – Touch screen wall controller (additional cost)
- 16% – 89.60% saturation efficiency
Breezair TBQI Series
Optimizes superior cooling performance with unmatched quality
Discover the TBQI Series
The Breezair TBQI Series is the ideal unit for residential and light commercial applications. With a variable speed inverter motor, the Breezair TBQI Series offers maximum control over comfort level and remarkable energy efficiency.
Breezair TBQI key features
- 5,500 – 7,500 Industry Standard (CFM)
- Variable-speed inverter motor
- 37,580-46,070 Cooling Capacity 0.3 IWG (BTU/hr)
- Axial fan
- MagIQtouch – Touch screen wall controller (additional cost)
- 88.30% -87.90% saturation efficiency
Breezair EXVQ Series
high-performance evaporative cooler for large living areas
Discover the EXVQ Series
The Breezair EXVQ is a high-performance variable-speed evaporative cooler that delivers exceptional cooling for spacious living areas.
Breezair EXVQ key features
- 5,500-7,500 CFM Industry Standard (CFM)
- Cooling Capacity .3 IWG (BTU/hr)
- Centrifugal fan
- Variable-speed motor
- MagIQtouch – Touch screen wall controller (additional cost)
- 40%-90.60% saturation efficiency
How does Breezair evaporative cooling work?
Breezair evaporative cooling uses evaporation to help cool the air.
Hot air enters the cooling unit on your roof where it is filtered and cooled as it passes through specially designed moistened chillcel pads. As the air is pushed through the cooling pads, the water evaporates and the heat in the air is absorbed, which lowers the air temperature. A fan then pushes the cool air throughout a house via a network of ducts.
Evaporative cooling filter pads – Black Opal™ mini-cell Chillcel® pad technology
The breakthrough evaporative cooling filter pads Black Opal™ mini-cell Chillcel® pad is the only evaporative cooling medium of its kind.(4)
- Exclusive small cell design provides cutting-edge cooling capacity.
- Maintains Mini-Cell Chillcel® pad technology increases surface area of the pads by 25% dramatically multiplying cooling capacity and efficiency – beyond belief!
- Black Opal™ Mini-Cell Chillcel® pads deliver transformational aesthetics to your home enabling the unit to blend seamlessly into its surroundings.
100% fresh air
The evaporative cooling process relies on airflow, with cool air entering through ducts and then exiting via open doors or windows. Only 100% fresh air is circulating, rather than stale and recycled air.
Moisture Levels
Dry air from refrigerated air conditioners can aggravate allergies and asthma. Evaporative air conditioning systems use moisture to cool the air and won’t dry your skin, nose or eyes.
Filtered Air
As the fan draws outside air through the cooling pads, not only is it chilled but the air is also filtered from impurities.
Ability to enjoy the outdoors
Ducted evaporative cooling units require some windows or doors to be open creating airflow.
Breezair and the environment
Reduced greenhouse gas emissions
Evaporative cooling uses water to cool. This helps reduce the production of greenhouse gases, including harmful hydroflourocarbons
Energy efficient
Better for your pocket and for the environment
Minimal water usage
The technologically advanced water management system continuously checks the quality of the water in your cooler. The water is automatically replaced when mineral deposits exceed an acceptable level. The optimal result: minimum water use for maximum, fresh cooling power. The old water can then be repurposed safely to water plants and grass, so nothing goes to waste.
How Breezair evaporative air coolers can help you to conserve water
Breezair evaporative air conditioners use a small amount of water. The technologically advanced WaterManager™ system and auto drain function continuously checks the quality of the water in your cooler. The water is automatically replaced when mineral deposits exceed an acceptable level, keeping your system clean. The optimal result: minimum water use for maximum, fresh cooling power. (6)
Breezair annual running costs very low
Now is the time to invest in an evaporative air cooler as energy prices rise. Summer across the US typically involves heat waves depending on the state you live in. An evaporative cooling unit offers a significant and increasing edge on refrigerated air conditioning when it comes to energy efficiency and running costs.
If you are looking for an energy-efficient cooling system, start with an evaporative unit. Breezair is the world’s first Inverter evaporative cooler and that means lower energy usage and operating costs.
With increasing energy prices, and extreme temperatures making summer longer and hotter, evaporative cooling has a significant edge on direct expansion air conditioning when it comes to energy efficiency, performance and lifestyle.
US Annual Running Costs for Residential Air Conditioning (A/C) (7)
What is the best climate for Breezair evaporative cooling in the United States?
Evaporative cooling is used worldwide, including in some of the most severe climates of North, Central and South America. It is a suitable energy-efficient and cost-effective cooling solution for many climates within these regions.
Evaporative cooling works especially well in areas that record mostly hot and dry conditions, as the humidity in the air is typically low. This includes California, Nevada, New Mexico, Colorado, Utah, Arizona, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, and specific regions in North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, and El Paso, Texas. This illustrative map shows the different climate zones where evaporative cooling works effectively.
Breezair evaporative cooler delivers 100% fresh air
Evaporative cooling delivers a natural, exceptionally healthy cooling experience in the place where people spend most of their time, at home. It uses a fan to push outside air through water-soaked cooling pads to bring an endless supply of cool, fresh filtered outside air into the home, leaving moisture in the air, which combats dehydration.
These are some innovations that help Breezair cool your home with, 100% fresh clean air.
Aquaflow non-clogging water distribution system
- Unique design ensures constant, even pad saturation
- Maximizes the cooling effect- outperforms competitive products
Chillcel
- The design optimizes the cooling effect
- Durable design outlasts competitive products
- Pre-wet function allows the pads to be fully saturated before the fan comes on, so only cooled air enters the home
AUTO Weatherseal
- Automatic sealing system
- Reduces drafts and dust
- Helps to reduce winter heating costs by keeping warm air inside.
MagIQtouch Air Sensor
- An optional extra available with the MagIQtouch Controller
- Mount your air sensor anywhere in your home, so the air temperature is measured at the most relevant place, not just near the controller.
Unmatched Breezair guarantee (8)
When you invest in a Breezair evaporative cooler, you will have the assurance that each unit is designed to last. How do we guarantee longevity?
We offer an industry-leading comprehensive guarantee program:
• 25-year Permatuf® polymer cabinet
• 10-year cover on all structural components
• 5-year warranty on Chillcel Pad delamination^
• 3-year warranty on the pump and motor
What does cooling capacity mean?
Cooling capacity or performance is measured by the amount of heat that is removed from a building and is expressed by kilowatts or British Thermal Unit (BTU) per hour.
What factors can impact cooling capacity?
Cooling capacity can be impacted by a number of factors including the outside temperature and humidity, the heat load on the room or space you are cooling, and duct system.
Your contractor will be able to determine the correct cooler for your residential project.
The performance or Cooling Capacity of an evaporative cooler is a function of both the air flow (CFM) and air discharge temperature.
To determine the cooling output of a unit the following process can be used.
1. Determine design conditions Outside Dry-Bulb (DB), Outside Wet-Bulb (WB) and inside Dry-Bulb (TI)
2. Determine the design Sensible Heat Load (Btu/h) for the room or building
3. Determine the Cooler Leaving Air Temperature (LAT) where LAT = DB – [(DB-WB) x EFF] where EFF = 0.87 for Seeley Chillcel media
4. Determine the Airflow in CFM required where CFM = 0.925 x Sensible Heat Load x (TI – LAT)
5. Determine the cooler(s) required by referring to the air flow charts above.
Can I pre-cool my house with Breezair?
The MagIQtouch wall controller offers a time delay feature that you can set to start before you come home, so you arrive home to a lovely cool house.
How much water will my air conditioner use and what will it cost?
Seeley International cannot accurately calculate water and or power consumption as any calculation must be based on individual requirements and conditions. The factors that determine the result include climatic conditions, installation specifications, product selection, service utility charges, expectations and requirements, where these factors continually change prevents a correct calculation being made and cannot be measured at a fixed point.
Why does my evaporative cooler drain water?
This is normal and means your WaterManager™ or water management system is working correctly. These systems are designed to monitor and control the quality of the water in the tank. The system will drain water when it needs to or when the systems is not in use. The frequency at which the WaterManager™ water drains is determined by the quality of the water in the tank.
A probe in the tank measures the water salinity (impurities) and, when this rises above a set level, the unit will drain some water. The frequency at which the water manager allows water to drain is dependent on: 1) The water supply quality; 2) The temperature of the day; 3) The humidity of the day; 4) The fan speed the unit is being run at; and 5) The size of the unit.
Disclaimers
- Based on published research articles, NATA Laboratory test results and publicly sourced data
- Based on published research articles, NATA Laboratory test results and publicly sourced data
- Based on published research articles, NATA Laboratory test results and publicly sourced data
- Patent pending
- Seeley International’s calculation based on approximate running costs figures from publicly sourced data. All comparisons made are between Breezair Icon® series with 2 star not zoned ducted reverse cycle system in a large size (220m2) 2-star pre 2005 house in a Melbourne, Australia climate, cooling all day on the weekend and in the morning and evenings when internal temperatures are high. For the purposes of this brochure, “central air conditioning“refers to reverse cycle technology. Metric to imperial conversion used for all figures presented. **USD figures displayed have been converted from AUS currency at a rate of 0.6928USD per AUS dollar. Rate correct as of 07/01/2020 – source rba.gov.au. Provided for information purposes only as a guide, actual results may vary.
- This comparison is based on usage in an average-size Australian home with 4 occupants. Imperial measurements have been converted from metric.
- This Seeley International’s calculation based on approximate running costs figures from publicly sourced data. All comparisons made are between Breezair Icon® series with 2 star not zoned ducted reverse cycle system in a large size (220m2) 2-star pre 2005 house in a Melbourne, Australia climate, cooling all day on the weekend and in the morning and evenings when internal temperatures are high. For the purposes of this brochure, “central air conditioning“ refers to reverse cycle technology. ^Metric to imperial conversion used for all figures presented. USD figures displayed have been converted from AUS currency at a rate of 0.6928USD per AUS dollar. Rate correct as of 07/01/2020 – source rba.gov.au. Provided for information purposes only as a guide, actual results may vary.
- The comprehensive warranty is available exclusively from Seeley International Americas participating distributors. The warranty has terms and conditions, including the requirement for servicing of the product in accordance with the owner’s manual.