FCU

(FAN COIN UNIT) & FAHU

(FAN AIR HANDLING UNIT)

FCU FAHU

1.Purpose: 1.Purpose:
Fan Coil Units are part of heating, A Fresh Air Handling Unit is a crucial
ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) component of HVAC systems designed
systems. to improve indoor air quality.

They are primarily designed to control It is responsible for supplying fresh

the temperature and sometimes outdoor air to a building while
humidity in a specific space or room controlling its temperature, humidity,
within a building. and cleanliness.

2.Components: 2.Components:
Fan Coil Units typically consist of a coil FAHUs are more complex than FCUs and
(either hot or cold), a fan, and control include several components, such as filters,
mechanisms. heat exchangers, fans, and controls.

The coil is responsible for heating or cooling
the air, depending on the desired
temperature.
The fan is used to blow air over the coil and
into the room.
Filters remove impurities and particulate
matter from incoming air.
Heat exchangers help recover energy from
the outgoing air and pre-condition the
incoming air.

Control mechanisms, including thermostats Fans circulate air and maintain airflow
or electronic controls, regulate the fan and rates, while controls regulate the operation
coil to maintain the desired temperature. of these components.

Rama Alshaer
FCU FAHU

3.Applications: 3.Applications:

FCUs are commonly used in hotels, FAHUs are commonly used in

residential buildings, offices, and other commercial and industrial buildings
spaces where individual temperature where maintaining indoor air quality is
control is required. essential.

They are often installed in each room or They are essential in healthcare
zone to provide localized climate facilities, schools, offices, and
control. manufacturing plants.

4.Advantages: 4.Advantages:
Ensures a constant supply of fresh air,
Provides efficient and localized temperature
improving indoor air quality.
control.

Provides energy efficiency through heat

Allows for individualized comfort settings.
recovery systems.
Can be integrated into a building
Allows for the integration of air
management system for centralized control.
purification technologies to enhance air
quality.

FCUs are more focused on individualized temperature control in specific rooms, while FAHUs are
geared towards ensuring a constant supply of fresh, clean air to improve indoor air quality in
larger spaces. Both units play integral roles in HVAC systems and contribute to the overall comfort
and health of building occupants.

With Regards
Rama Alshaer