Daikin Rebel Applied: Custom Performance in a Packaged System
In the landscape of modern HVAC systems, the need for innovative solutions that can address comfort, ventilation, indoor air quality, and energy efficiency has never been more pressing.
Traditional rooftop units (RTUs) may struggle to meet these demands, while chilled water and hot water central plants come with high costs and complex maintenance requirements.
Enter the Daikin Rebel Applied™ Rooftop Unit, a semi-custom solution designed to deliver the benefits of a central plant system in a more efficient, configurable, and easily maintained package.
The Daikin Rebel Applied RTU is endlessly configurable to suit any application. Engineers choose Rebel Applied for its modular design that fits effortlessly into the footprint of any retrofit job. Owners appreciate the long-term energy savings and ease of maintenance.
DAIKIN REBEL FOR ANY APPLICATION
The Rebel Applied has all the flexibility and versatility of a custom unit with the reliability that comes from standard manufacturing and production. A semi-custom solution is well suited for small to medium buildings, delivering the performance levels and efficiency advantages required by demanding applications while avoiding the capital expense of a fully custom-built system.
This is especially important for facilities such as rural hospitals, schools, and low-rise healthcare buildings that often face challenges when trying to implement custom HVAC systems.
With a compact and lightweight design, its modular build allows for easy retrofitting. By designing the Rebel Applied to the exact footprint, you can eliminate the need for transition curbs in many existing installations.
DAIKIN REBEL APPLIED: BUILT TO SAVE ENERGY
When you choose Rebel Applied, you empower your building systems with multiple opportunities for energy savings. All new Rebel Applied units run on R-32 refrigerant, which conveys heat more effectively than R-410A or R-22, resulting in up to 12% less energy consumption during normal operation. R-32 is a pure refrigerant, unlike the blended R454B, which is prone to glide issues. Because R-32 doesn’t experience gliding, it allows for simpler repairs by topping off the refrigerant without needing a full recharge.
The Rebel Applied is designed with integral panel thermal breaks to eliminate energy-robbing direct conduction paths, allowing for superior energy retention. Combined with a class-exclusive low air leakage of less than 0.5% at design airflow and static pressure, this significantly boosts efficiency and exceeds typical performance expectations. This exceptional airtightness is supported by the unit’s Class 6 air leakage rating at +/- 6” w.c. static pressure, ensuring compliance with stringent industry standards while delivering significant energy savings.
To further optimize performance, the Rebel Applied can be equipped with an ECM fan array. This advanced system not only eliminates the need for fan belt and bearing maintenance but also maximizes efficiency with modulating and redundant fans, available in 2, 4, or 6 fan configurations.
Daikin Rebel Applied units can also include inverter scroll compressor technology which dynamically responds to real-time conditions, further improving efficiency at part loads and exceeding the ASHRAE 90.1 standard by up to 43%.
These features deliver a Rebel Applied that doesn’t just meet modern HVAC standards—it sets a new benchmark.
CUSTOM PERFORMANCE WITHOUT THE CUSTOM PRICE TAG
Compared to a fully custom AHU, the Rebel is far less expensive, ships on a shorter lead time, and offers the flexibility to adapt if building usage changes in the future.
Engineers appreciate the nearly endless configurability in the Rebel Applied, including economizers, dedicated outdoor air systems (DOAS), fuel inputs, coil options, variable air volume (VAV) control, dehumidification, air filtration, energy recovery, ECM fan arrays, and various heating configurations.
DAIKIN REBEL APPLIED KEY SPECS
- 20–75 tons capacity
- 5,000–27,000 CFM
- Up to 20.0 IEER rating
- R-13 double wall insulation
- Class 6 leakage rating at +/- 6” w.c.
- ECM Fan Array
- 37% shorter and 30% lighter than legacy RTUs
DAIKIN REBEL APPLIED: MRG IS YOUR SOURCE FOR RTU SOLUTIONS
Daikin Rebel Applied provides a versatile, efficient, and cost-effective solution for a wide range of HVAC applications. As a proud representative of Daikin Applied, the world's leading air-conditioning company, Mechanical Resource Group (MRG) invites you to explore the possibilities offered by this exceptional unit.
The experienced team at MRG is available to help you navigate the extensive features and options of the Daikin Rebel Applied Rooftop Unit, ensuring that your facility benefits from a tailored, high-performance HVAC solution that meets your specific needs. Don't hesitate to contact MRG to learn more about how the Daikin Rebel Applied Rooftop Unit can enhance your building's comfort, efficiency, and long-term value.