[Shop-talk] It's hot and I want AC

Scott Hall scott.hall.personal at gmail.com
Tue Jul 2 11:04:39 MDT 2019


I'm curious to hear about the DIY part.  No experience myself.
On Tue, Jul 2, 2019, 11:11 AM Benjamin Zwissler via Shop-talk <
shop-talk at autox.team.net> wrote:

> Anyone installed a mini-split AC system in their shop?  It looks like its
> effective and can save a bunch of money if you do it yourself.  My problem
> is sizing it.  I've got about 1000 sq ft (35 x 28) with 17' ceilings.  Two
> insulated overhead doors (12x14 and 10x10).  The shop is reasonably well
> insulated (mostly) and I'm in southern Indiana (often low-mid 90's and
> humid).  I'd probably put it midway up the wall and have it blow out into
> the bays.
>
> I'm considering buying an initial 2 or 3 ton unit and then I can add one
> if its not enough.  I'm also wondering whether those of you who have AC run
> it all the time or only when you're in the shop?
>
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