coolbox

n_far001 · 30 June 2006, 21:06

does anyone know of a 12v cool box suitable to fit in a 6metre rib, would have to be exposed to the elements, many thanks nige

Tim M · 03 July 2006, 20:23

I bought a cheap £20 12v jobbie from my local DIY place. Used to take it out in my 4.1 so it used to get very wet. Kept on going though, and kept the drinks nice and cold.

vince · 03 July 2006, 21:22

If you have a COSTCO near you, they do a biggish one in white for around 60 quid holds loads of tins..... not suggesting that you fill it with stella of course....
Also makes a nice strong seat too.

Daniel · 03 July 2006, 21:47

i agree the standard ones seam to fair very well. mines 4-5 years old and been on the RIB is some very damp conditions

Nasher · 03 July 2006, 22:46

How much current do these things draw?

bit of a bugger to run down your battery whilst at anchor, or I suppose you could plug them into a supply thats only live when the engine is running.

Nasher.

Daniel · 03 July 2006, 22:48

more than i thought. flannened my van battery in 24 hours and it's a big battery

Poly · 03 July 2006, 23:01

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Originally Posted by Nasher

How much current do these things draw?

bit of a bugger to run down your battery whilst at anchor, or I suppose you could plug them into a supply thats only live when the engine is running.

Nasher.

I have a small one. The spec is 7 Amps/hr !

ian parkes · 03 July 2006, 23:32

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Originally Posted by Daniel

more than i thought. flannened my van battery in 24 hours and it's a big battery

Had the same experience while camping , have gone back to ice blocks .

never use the electric box now

Downhilldai · 08 July 2006, 21:12

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Originally Posted by Nasher

How much current do these things draw?

bit of a bugger to run down your battery whilst at anchor, or I suppose you could plug them into a supply thats only live when the engine is running.

Nasher.

Bought a cheap (£15) 12v coolbox at a boat jumble, which I was really pleased with until it flattened the battery one afternoon, when we were drifting around fishing for a couple of hours. Had to pull-start a 100hp motor with a bit of ski-rope.

Luckily, it started first pull!
I have since wired-in an extra 12v socket which is 'ign-on'!

Hugh Jardon · 08 July 2006, 23:31

have run an electric coolbox fridge on the ardbots for years, 10 to be precise and it is fine when the engine is running, but need to be careful not to leave it running too long when engine is off, the hon 90 will charge the batts and run the fridge and other bits with no issues at all, and it runs for up to 8 hours a day when we are cruising at just above idle in the summer

GED · 09 July 2006, 20:24

THE cool box from Costco

Matt · 10 July 2006, 10:08

Halfords 7 litre one, ideal for hiding under a seat or something, but enough to hold a 4 pack of coke and a couple of sandwiches draws 3 amps, and cost me 20 quid (might have been on sale, can't remember).

The halfords 35 litre one says on the back that it's 45W, so 3.75 amps and is currently discounted to 60ish quid. Seems surprising the large one draws only a small amount more than the small one - but I guess a larger heatsink means it's more efficient.

vince · 10 July 2006, 12:02

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Originally Posted by GED

THE cool box from Costco

How did you attach yours? We were thinking of using those cleats that slide down flush with the deck, and then a strap to secure coolbox. They are a big box, you wouldnt want that movin about!

Jon Brooks · 10 July 2006, 13:41

I use mine as follows, no dramas so far.

Plug the box in the night before and leave on over night on house mains.
Box is nice and cold by morning.

Loads with ice blocks in morning with food and drink.

Plugged into car enroute.

Once on the boat it is wired to an engine on 12v supply.

Works well like this.
Food and drink always cold.
Battery never flat...todate.

Best regards

Matt · 10 July 2006, 13:43

That's a shame if you've got it on the heat setting to keep your cornish pasties and pies.

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Originally Posted by Jon Brooks

Food and drink always cold.

Nos4r2 · 10 July 2006, 14:34

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Originally Posted by MadMat

Halfords 7 litre one, ideal for hiding under a seat or something, but enough to hold a 4 pack of coke and a couple of sandwiches draws 3 amps, and cost me 20 quid (might have been on sale, can't remember).

Is that the top loading one with a silver pad that fits in the top and a temp gauge on the front? I've got one like that and it warms up very fast when you turn it off.

Matt · 10 July 2006, 14:40

No, doesn't have a temp gauge or silver pad. It is top loading though.
I think the 7litre and 20 litre are top loading, and the 35 is either
Never noticed it warms up quick usually cos I just leave it switched on

Nos4r2 · 10 July 2006, 14:49

Prob better than mine then- mine was 10 quid bargain bucket from Woolies but the same was supplied to loads of places. It's great as long as you keep the power on and the clear lid covered.

GED · 10 July 2006, 17:30

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Originally Posted by vince

How did you attach yours? We were thinking of using those cleats that slide down flush with the deck, and then a strap to secure coolbox. They are a big box, you wouldnt want that movin about!

you can buy a holding down kit from plasmo

rbw156 · 12 July 2006, 19:29

I was looking for a fanless cool box as they will require less current and probably last longer in the marine environment. Any ideas of where to source one?