air cooler

Evaporative cooling unit

An air cooler is a device that lowers temperature by passing air over water or ice, relying on evaporation rather than refrigerant.

Unlike air conditioners, air coolers work best in dry climates where humidity is low: We use an air cooler in the desert because it's cheaper to run.

Also called a swamp cooler or evaporative cooler.

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thermal function

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Device producing warmth

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cooling technology type

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Mechanical cooling system

AC unit · central air conditioning · HVAC system · mini-split · dehumidifier

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G