Compressor Refrigerator opt 12v?
Has anyone been using one of these 12v compressor refrigerators? I've heard they are low amp drawing. How are they on the battery?
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JimK-NY wrote:Wankel7 wrote:
JimK
Since you downsized would their be room for insulation? This reseller claims a large reduction in power if you add additional insulation.
http://www.backwoodssolar.com/novakool-dc-refrigerator-model-r5810
I was able to add 2 inches of dense foam. I also added 2 computer fans to provide a flow of air across the condenser. I only turn the fans on during hot weather. The difference in power consumption as the ambient temperature increases is really remarkable. An increase from 70 to 80 degrees will more than double the power consumption. I bought the unit new and I don't think there is anything wrong with it. I have had the unit stop working on several occasions. To restart I have to pull the fuse, reinsert the fuse and then turn the unit back on. Unfortunately I usually fail to detect the issue immediately and often have a pretty warm and defrosted unit by the time I discover the issue. I contacted NovaKool and have still not been able to identify the cause. I suspect it is due to the unit turning on at the exact time the furnace or water pump starts up, but I am only guessing.
On my ammonia unit, I run my fans on an adjustable snap disc thermostat (available on Amazon) for about 10 bucks, adjustable to any on of temp you want the fans to run at.
