LG launches compact ducted HVAC unit for tight spaces
Thu, 13th Aug 2026 (Today)
LG Electronics has launched a mid static ducted HVAC unit for residential and light commercial spaces. It will be sold across the Middle East, Africa, Asia and Europe.
The unit is aimed at buildings with limited ceiling space. The model is 245 mm high and 692 mm deep, with a capacity range of 5 to 54 kBtu/h.
Installation flexibility is a central part of the launch. The system supports rear and bottom air intake configurations, while side and bottom service access is designed to ease maintenance in tighter spaces.
It also includes automatic control for external static pressure. The Auto ESP function adjusts fan speed to match duct length and layout, with airflow support of up to 150 Pa depending on capacity.
Noise focus
LG is also highlighting quiet operation. The unit uses a hybrid sirocco fan design and Dual Band Acoustic Meta Structure technology to reduce noise while maintaining airflow and static pressure.
According to product information, the minimum operating noise level is about 20.5 dB(A) on the 9 kBtu/h model in cooling mode. That is below the typical sound level of a library.
Durability and hygiene
The launch also emphasises components linked to long-term use. The unit includes a high-efficiency BLDC motor with high-viscosity lubrication and a double-coated shaft to reduce wear and resist corrosion.
A built-in DC drain pump has a low-heat structure and offers a drainage lift of up to 900 mm. The model also uses a corrugated fin heat exchanger structure to improve drainage.
For indoor air path protection, the unit includes what LG calls Safe Plus Insulation. This is intended to add antimicrobial protection and help prevent mould growth along the airflow path.
Remote management
Users can control the system through the LG ThinQ app. It allows remote management of power, temperature, operating modes and schedules from mobile devices.
The model also includes a dual temperature sensing system. Sensors in both the indoor unit and the remote controller analyse temperature differences within a room, then select a control point intended to maintain more even indoor conditions.
The product adds to LG's broader push in air conditioning and climate control products for homes and smaller business premises. In this HVAC segment, manufacturers are competing on ease of installation, lower operating noise, remote controls and maintenance access as demand rises for systems that fit constrained building layouts.
LG says the new unit is designed to meet those requirements through its compact size and ducting flexibility, while also targeting more stable airflow in longer or more complex duct systems.
The company describes the product as part of its "Comfort Anywhere" approach to residential and light commercial climate control.