12 volt Solar Friendly Fridges
Using the power of the sun to keep your food cold can be a game changer. If you are off-grid or want to live in your vehicle full time, a high quality 12 volt fridge is a must.
Be aware that lots of cheap 12 volt fridges are available online and they should be avoided because they are not solar friendly. These cheaper units are called "thermoelectric coolers" and they use a peltier module instead of a compressor, which means they require a lot more electricity. They also do not work nearly as well in hot temperatures, and they take forever to get cold. They are very difficult to use and you should avoid them like the plague.
If you buy a high quality compressor fridge (any of the fridges below), you will be set for years. They initially cost much more but they are worth every penny. Buy the largest size fridge that you can afford. You will not regret it.
Be aware that lots of cheap 12 volt fridges are available online and they should be avoided because they are not solar friendly. These cheaper units are called "thermoelectric coolers" and they use a peltier module instead of a compressor, which means they require a lot more electricity. They also do not work nearly as well in hot temperatures, and they take forever to get cold. They are very difficult to use and you should avoid them like the plague.
If you buy a high quality compressor fridge (any of the fridges below), you will be set for years. They initially cost much more but they are worth every penny. Buy the largest size fridge that you can afford. You will not regret it.
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The ARB: Most popular and highest rated RV fridge.
This fridge can run directly off of your solar system. Needs at least 200-300 watt system, and at least 100 amp hour battery. I have run mine 24/7 for about five years. Other people have run these fridges while covered in mud, snow and sand, and they work non-stop for years. They are tough! 37 Quart ARB Fridge Click Here 50 Quart ARB Fridge Click Here 62 Quart ARB Fridge Click Here Ultimate Weatherproof Durable Off-road Arb 63 Quart Fridge Click Here |
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Pretty much the same as the ARB, but it's cheaper. Some still swear that the ARB is better. In my opinion they are both great. Both are high quality. If I had to buy a new fridge today, I would go with a dometic because it's cheaper and has high ratings.
35 Quart Dometic Fridge Click Here 50 Quart Dometic Fridge Click Here 65 Quart Dometic Fridge Click Here |
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The ultimate solar friendly fridge
75 Quart Dometic Dual Zone Fridge Click Here 95 Quart Dometic Dual Zone Fridge Click Here |
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Dometic's new 12 volt Fridge lineup
Dometic has responded to the demand for their 12 volt fridges and have created an entire lineup of small, lightweight solar friendly fridges!
These fridges are slightly different than the dometic fridges mentioned a second ago because they are lighter (different type of compressor) and are designed to be as small as possible. This lineup is made for vehicles!
Click here to buy one of the fridges below for a cheap price (price range of $400-$1100)
These fridges are slightly different than the dometic fridges mentioned a second ago because they are lighter (different type of compressor) and are designed to be as small as possible. This lineup is made for vehicles!
Click here to buy one of the fridges below for a cheap price (price range of $400-$1100)
