Are compressor and condensing dehumidifiers the same thing?

Yes. Units that use a refrigeration compressor to cool air below its dew point and condense the moisture are called condensing, mechanical or compressor dehumidifiers.

Which unit suits warehouse dehumidification?

Heated or ambient warehouses suit condensing units, sized for volume, door openings and infiltration. Cold stores and low-temperature areas are better served by desiccant rotor units.

Do condensing dehumidifiers work at low temperatures?

Yes, but capacity falls with temperature and the coil may ice up. Models with defrost work safely at low temperatures; for continuous duty below about 15 °C, desiccant units should be considered.

How is the condensate drained?

Condensate collects in the drain pan and flows to a drain by gravity; an optional condensate pump is used where the drain is higher.

Condensing Dehumidifier

Condensing Dehumidifiers

Employs a vapour-compression cycle with R410A/R32 refrigerant to cool process air below its dew point; condensed moisture is collected in a condensate tank while the dried airstream is reheated across the condenser and returned to the process.

980L/24h

Max. Capacity

+10 / +40°C

Operating Range

6series

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Operating Principle

How it works

Condensing dehumidifiers work on the refrigeration cycle principle. The compressor chills the evaporator coil; as humid air passes over this cold surface, water vapour condenses and is drained away — giving a directly measurable and controllable moisture removal rate. The remaining dry air is gently reheated across the condenser before being returned to the space, minimising heat rejection to the surroundings. Operating efficiently between +10 °C and +40 °C, these units offer a reliable solution for a wide range of commercial and industrial applications.

Condensing dehumidifier refrigeration cycle diagram

Air Intake & Pre-filtration

Wet process air passes through a G4-class pre-filter to reduce particulate load; fan-generated negative pressure drives the airflow.

Evaporative Cooling

Evaporator coil surface temperature is maintained 2–5 °C below the dew point; sensible and latent heat are transferred from the air to the refrigerant.

Condensation & Drainage

Condensate formed on the coil fins collects in the drain pan and is discharged by gravity or condensate pump.

Condenser Reheat & Discharge

The cold, dehumidified air recovers 6–12 °C of heat across the high-pressure condenser before being discharged to the process or space.

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Models & Technical Data

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CDW / CDK Series

Fixed Wall / Ceiling

Professional fixed wall and ceiling-mounted units for residential, office, and commercial spaces.

Model	Capacity (L/24h)*	Airflow (m³/h)	Power (kW)
CDW-16	15.2	160	0.26
CDK-44	44.0	450	0.71
CDK-100	96.0	1,100	1.48

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CDNP Series

Portable

Portable dehumidification units on wheels for flexible deployment across different spaces.

Model	Capacity (L/24h)*	Airflow (m³/h)	Power (kW)
CDNP-33	33.0	380	0.59
CDNP-44	44.0	450	0.81
CDNP-62	62.0	550	0.92
CDNP-96	96.0	1,000	1.48

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CD Series

Industrial Ducted

Large-capacity ducted industrial dehumidifiers. Designed for warehouses, manufacturing facilities, and high-humidity industrial spaces.

Model	Capacity (L/24h)*	Airflow (m³/h)	Power (kW)
CD-160	160	1,800	2.5
CD-240	240	2,300	4.3
CD-360	360	3,500	6.0
CD-520	520	4,600	7.7
CD-750	750	6,200	10.7
CD-980	980	8,500	13.7

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Premium Technology

CD-TCR: Twin Condenser Industrial Dehumidifier

Standard condensing dehumidifiers cool humid air across the evaporator, then reheat the dried airstream over the indoor condenser before returning it to the space. In doing so, the compressor's work output is transferred to the room as a thermal load — effectively warming it. TCR (Twin Condenser Remote) technology was developed to completely eliminate this heat gain.

Once the indoor temperature exceeds its setpoint, a solenoid valve redirects the hot compressor gas away from the internal condenser to a remotely located external condenser.

Heat transfer from the internal condenser stops; only cooled, dehumidified air continues to be delivered to the space — no longer warm air.

The thermal load is moved outdoors, producing a simultaneous cooling effect and lowering the indoor temperature while maintaining dehumidification.

The compressor continues to use its full evaporator cooling capacity without interruption; dehumidification performance is unaffected — only the thermal balance is restored.

TCR Option Models — CD Series

Model	Capacity (L/24h)*	Airflow (m³/h)	Power (kW)
CD-240 TCR	240	1,800	4.3
CD-360 TCR	360	3,500	6.0
CD-520 TCR	520	4,600	7.7
CD-750 TCR	750	6,200	10.7
CD-980 TCR	980	8,500	13.7

FD-XX Series

Ceiling-Mount

Smart ceiling-mount dehumidifier with inverter compressor, HEPA filtration, 5-in-1 sensor and WiFi cloud control.

Model	Capacity (L/24h)*	Airflow (m³/h)	Power (kW)
FD-XX60L	75	600	0.97
FD-XX140L	155	1,150	1.96
FD-XX180L	210	2,200	2.52
FD-XX250L	260	2,700	4.20
FD-XX380L	420	3,850	6.25
FD-XX500L	540	5,300	9.22

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CSW Series

Pool Type

Dehumidification units purpose-built for indoor swimming pools, with stainless steel and epoxy-coated components for resistance to pool chemicals and integrated heat recovery.

Model	Capacity (L/24h)*	Airflow (m³/h)	Power (kW)
CSW-63	69.0	600	0.97
CSW-96V	100.0	800	1.61
CSW-100	116.0	980	1.61
CSW-140	140.0	900	2.29

CD 1200-3000

Pool / Large Industrial

Purpose-built ducted dehumidifiers for indoor swimming pools and large industrial facilities. Handles 1,200 – 3,000 L/24h capacities where high evaporation rates demand simultaneous humidity and temperature control.

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CD-TCR: Twin Condenser Humidity & Temperature Control for Indoor Pools

Once the indoor temperature exceeds its setpoint, a solenoid valve redirects the hot compressor gas away from the internal condenser to a remotely located external condenser.

Heat transfer from the internal condenser stops; only cooled, dehumidified air continues to be delivered to the space — no longer warm air.

The thermal load is moved outdoors, producing a simultaneous cooling effect and lowering the indoor temperature while maintaining dehumidification.

The compressor continues to use its full evaporator cooling capacity without interruption; dehumidification performance is unaffected — only the thermal balance is restored.

CD 1200-3000 models are configured on a project basis. Please contact us for capacity options and technical specifications.

* Capacity values measured at 32 °C / 90% relative humidity.

Technical Construction

Materials & Structural Features

Housing

Hot-dip galvanised steel with epoxy powder coating

Heat Exchangers

Copper-tube / aluminium-fin evaporator and condenser

Compressor

Rotary type on vibration-dampening rubber feet

Defrost

Electronic or thermostatic hot-gas defrost system

Filter

Washable and replaceable air filters

Controls

Microprocessor-controlled digital panel

Drainage

Optional condensate pump with 3.5 m lift capacity

Power Supply

230V/1/50Hz (compact) — 400V/3+N/50Hz (industrial)

Use Cases

Application Areas

Food production facilitiesPharmaceutical manufacturing & storageEnergy sectorMilitary & defenceAutomotive facilitiesWarehouses & archivesLibraries & museumsHospitals & laboratoriesPaint boothsPlastic injection facilitiesOffice & commercial spacesBasements & shelters

Application Guide

When is a condensing (compressor) dehumidifier the right choice?

A condensing dehumidifier cools air below its dew point on the evaporator coil, condenses the water vapour and drains it away. It is the most economical solution for warehouses, production areas, archives and plant rooms above roughly 15 °C with a target of 45–50 % RH or higher, protecting packaging, cardboard and metal goods from moisture damage.

The key point is the condition at which catalogue capacity is quoted. It is usually measured at high temperature and humidity; as the room gets cooler and drier, water removal falls. Select from the performance curve at the room's real condition and check the defrost function for low-temperature duty.

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