Specific multi split question

[bluedog225]

Good morning,

I’m planning the line-set routes for a 3 evaporator mini-split. I’m a little unclear on whether I’ll need to have three separate 3” holes in the wall to have each line set enter the wall near the evaporator. Or if I can bring all the lines inside through one hole and run them up (and down) between the studs.

If the latter, is it a standard 3” hole or something larger?

I figure someone has run into this issue and would appreciate a better understanding.

Thanks

 

[PoorUB]

Personally, I would run three different holes. Less confusing when sorting out the line sets.

 

[SALIV8]

You can do it either way. Obviously with one hole it will need to be larger than 3” to accommodate all of the line sets, drains, and electrical connections.

 

[Yankeefarmer]

If you use separate holes, you can easily buy line set penetration sleeves, hoods, and covers. If you use a single large hole, you'll probably have to come up with something on your own.

 

[bluedog225]

It sounds like the lines fill up a 3” hole. And a larger opening would be required. Along with special covers, etc. to make it all work and look good.

I was afraid of that. The top hole is about 30’ up. Not looking forward to this.

Thanks all!

 

[fitter30]

It sounds like the lines fill up a 3” hole. And a larger opening would be required. Along with special covers, etc. to make it all work and look good.

I was afraid of that. The top hole is about 30’ up. Not looking forward to this.

Thanks all!

have u looked at the specs on line length and height?

 

[bluedog225]

Not yet. I didn’t realize there was a height limit. But it makes sense. I’ll check it out. Thanks!
Ps-the highest unit will be about 20 feet above the compressor unit.

 

[bluedog225]

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