Sinclair Ray SIH-12BIR 3.2kW Wall Mounted Inverter Split System
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The Sinclair Ray SIH-12BIR delivers reliable 3.2kW cooling and 3.4kW heating, making it an excellent choice for general residential living rooms and medium-sized master suites. Engineered for straightforward installation and effortless everyday operation, it balances high thermal comfort with reduced power consumption thanks to its A++ seasonal efficiency score. Low-GWP R32 refrigerant guarantees compliance with modern environmental regulations while ensuring superior thermal transfer. The unit includes automated self-cleaning features that dry the heat exchanger after cooling cycles, preventing moisture and bacterial buildup. An intuitive infrared remote provides quick access to Turbo boost, Eco mode, and multi-stage fan speed adjustments. Built to endure British winters, the heat pump delivers steady heating even when outdoor temperatures fall to sub-zero levels.
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The Sinclair Ray SIH-12BIR delivers reliable 3.2kW cooling and 3.4kW heating, making it an excellent choice for general residential living rooms and medium-sized master suites. Engineered for straightforward installation and effortless everyday operation, it balances high thermal comfort with reduced power consumption thanks to its A++ seasonal efficiency score. Low-GWP R32 refrigerant guarantees compliance with modern environmental regulations while ensuring superior thermal transfer. The unit includes automated self-cleaning features that dry the heat exchanger after cooling cycles, preventing moisture and bacterial buildup. An intuitive infrared remote provides quick access to Turbo boost, Eco mode, and multi-stage fan speed adjustments. Built to endure British winters, the heat pump delivers steady heating even when outdoor temperatures fall to sub-zero levels.
Winter heating cost: this AC vs electric heaters
This unit reverses to heat your room in winter. Based on its 3 kW heat output used 5 hrs/day over a 150-day UK heating season at £0.27/kWh.
Electric heater / season
£688
This AC / season
£229
You save / season
£459
~67% less electricity
| Heating method | Electricity / season | Cost / season | Efficiency | Summer cooling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This heat-pump AC | 850 kWh | £229 | Up to 300% | |
| Plug-in electric heater | 2550 kWh | £688 | 100% | |
| Electric storage heater | 2550 kWh | £688 | 100% |
Heat output estimated from this unit's 11,600 BTU/hr rating. A heat pump moves heat (COP ≈ 3), so it uses about a third of the electricity of a direct-electric heater for the same warmth. Actual savings vary with room size, insulation, tariff and usage. See the full comparison →