PhotonAC solar hybrid HVAC
Comfort Systems of Arizona offers a selected PhotonAC lineup: direct DC solar hybrid mini splits that run on sunshine first and lean on the grid when the sun can't keep up. Sized and installed by our family from Flagstaff to Greater Phoenix.
Solar panels connect straight to the outdoor unit. Savings come from offsetting the daytime grid kilowatt-hours your AC would otherwise use, which is exactly when Arizona cooling demand peaks. Tap a condition to see where the power comes from.
DC power flows straight from the panels into the unit. No battery or external inverter is required for direct-solar operation, so on a Arizona afternoon the running power comes from the roof.
Five product families, from a single window unit to multi-zone and ducted systems. Pick one to see where it fits. Specs, pricing and availability are confirmed with you before any order.
Single-zone wall mountA compact wall-mounted DC solar hybrid mini split for a single room or zone. Heating and cooling capabilities are model-specific; we confirm details against the manufacturer's current written specs before you order.
Often a fit forDirect solar reduces the grid energy your AC uses during daylight. How much depends on a few real-world factors.
A conventional air conditioner draws every watt from the grid. A PhotonAC hybrid feeds DC power from its panels directly into the unit, so each hour the sun covers part or all of the running power is an hour of grid energy you did not buy.
When sunlight falls short, a grid-connected unit fills the gap automatically. Savings are therefore tied to the AC's own daytime energy use, not your whole utility bill.
We do not promise specific savings, payback or tax credits. We will talk through your situation honestly.Solar can only offset power the unit uses while the sun is up. Arizona cooling peaks in the afternoon, which lines up well with solar production.
Trees, chimneys, neighboring buildings and panel angle reduce how much sunlight reaches the panels.
Monsoon clouds, short winter days and low winter sun angles in Flagstaff all change solar input.
What each grid kilowatt-hour costs you, including time-of-use pricing, changes the value of every hour solar covers.
The right model for your space, sized from a professional load assessment, affects how hard the unit works and how much it draws.
PhotonAC publishes the following coverage. Terms are model-specific and governed by the manufacturer's written warranty, which we review with you before you order.
The current catalog lists a 10-year parts warranty, subject to written terms. Do not assume labor or installation is covered; we confirm those terms separately.
The manufacturer's homepage lists a 25-year panel warranty, subject to its written terms.
A published 30-year production guarantee of at least 80% of rated panel output, subject to written terms.
Sources: photonac.com and PhotonAC solar AC catalog. Manufacturer information can change; we confirm current terms before order.
Only with a grid connection. The units run directly on DC solar power when the sun is available, and a grid-connected hybrid draws utility power when sunlight is insufficient or after dark. A solar-only setup depends on available sunlight.
Per the manufacturer, batteries and an external inverter are not required for direct-solar operation, because the panels feed the unit with DC power.
A direct DC solar unit powering its own air conditioner is different from a grid-tied export system. How your unit is wired, and what local permits or utility rules apply, is something we review with you for your specific install.
Heating and cooling capability is model-specific. That is why we do a professional load assessment for your home, elevation and exposure rather than sizing by square footage alone.
It depends on how much daytime runtime solar covers, your shading, the season and your tariff. We look at your actual situation rather than quoting a number up front. We do not promise specific savings or tax credits.
Serving Flagstaff, Northern Arizona and Greater Phoenix. We assess your load, roof and shading, then recommend a model.