Not Just Energy Saving, But Cost Saving: Why COP Is the Key Metric for Evaluating LiBr Absorption Units?
When selecting a LiBr absorption chiller/heat pump, you've likely heard the term "COP." But for decision-makers, it shouldn't be just a cold, technical parameter; it should be a key measure of future financial expenditure.
COP, or Coefficient of Performance, has a simple definition: the cooling capacity produced by the unit divided by the driving energy consumed.
- For traditional electric chillers (such as centrifugal or screw chillers), the driving energy consumed is electricity. Operating on the principle of "using electricity to make cooling" through compressor work, their COP typically ranges between 4.0 and 6.0. This means consuming 1 unit of electrical energy can produce 4-6 units of cooling capacity.
- In contrast, the operating principle of Hope Deepblue's lithium bromide absorption chillers is different. They primarily consume low-grade thermal energy (such as waste steam, waste hot water, or natural gas) as the driving energy. The electrical energy consumed is only for small components like solution pumps and vacuum pumps, which is almost negligible.
Therefore, for a LiBr absorption chiller, the COP is the key indicator for evaluating the unit's operating costs. A higher COP means more cooling capacity can be produced from the same amount of heat, leading to lower operating expenses.
Hope Deepblue: Committed to Maximizing Your Return on Investment
Choosing the high-efficiency Hope Deepblue lithium bromide unit offers value far beyond the product itself:
- Extremely Low Operating Costs: Converts free or waste heat into valuable cooling, directly impacting a core cost area for enterprises.
- Excellent Return on Investment (ROI): While the initial investment might be comparable to or slightly higher than high-end electric chillers, the extremely low operating expenses often result in a very short payback period (commonly 1-3 years). Every dollar saved on electricity after that becomes pure profit for the business.
- Green & Sustainable, Enhancing Corporate Image: Maximizes energy utilization, reduces reliance on the national power grid, and significantly lowers carbon emissions.

Post time: Oct-17-2025