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How To Pick The Right Fridge \/ Freezer<\/h2>\n

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It\u2019s an age-old debate: do you buy a specialist tool that performs a specific task really well, or do you opt for a multifunctional tool that tackles the job reasonably well, but saves you the trouble of carrying more than one tool?<\/p>\n

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You may find yourself in a similar situation when purchasing your first 12V camping fridge, and having to decide between a dual compartment fridge \/ freezer, or a dedicated single bin. Naturally, like most camping decisions, it\u2019s often a question of space… although there are some performance factors to consider, too.<\/p>\n

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The 60-litre double din boasts two compartments, along with individual thermostats and temperature control. This means you can run the unit as a fridge-freezer combination, or as a dedicated fridge, or dedicated freezer. The choice is yours.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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National Luna\u2019s two new fridges provide an example: the 55-litre sports a single-bin layout, while the 60-litre boasts a dual-control double bin. Both fridges feature the same external dimensions, 750 x 425 x 535 mm; but in terms of capacity, the 55-litre is manufactured with 60 mm insulation all-round, while the 60-litre uses 42 mm around the fridge compartment, and 60 mm around the freezer side.<\/p>\n

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So, how does this affect your decision?<\/p>\n

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Power consumption is determined by several factors (compressor performance, conductivity and electronic design), but the efficiency factor often comes down to insulation. Although National Luna\u2019s new 60-litre is the most powerful fridge \/ freezer combination on the market, this impressive unit cannot match the specialist performance of the dedicated single bin.<\/p>\n

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Thanks to its generous 60 mm insulation all-round, the 55-litre cools faster, stays colder for longer, and uses less power. The downside is that the 55-litre can be used as a dedicated fridge only, or, as a dedicated freezer only. In comparison, the 60-litre fulfils both of these roles in one package; and, because of its dual controls and high performance compressor, both compartments can be set to the same temperature to be used either as a fridge, or as a freezer. In other words, the fridge section is able to cool right down to \u201112C\u00ba if need be!<\/p>\n

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The 55-litre single-bin unit can be used as either a dedicated fridge, or as a dedicated freezer. What’s more, thanks to its generous insulation, the 55-litre cools down fast and uses less power once it’s reached the desired temperature. The unit can also hold more than 90 beverage cans!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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Because space isn\u2019t a problem, many off-road trailer and caravan owners prefer to travel with two single-bin units: one is kept in the vehicle as a dedicated fridge, and the other is mounted in the trailer as a dedicated freezer. Professional tour operators who cater for their clients and require a dedicated and large-capacity freezer often do the same.<\/p>\n

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The duration of your camping trips will also play a role. If you typically camp over long weekends, usually for not more than four or five nights, then there\u2019s a chance you may not need a freezer section at all, and a single-bin 55-litre will serve you well. However, the great thing about the double-bin 60-litre is that it offers the ultimate in versatility, providing the option of twin fridge, or twin freezer, or fridge + freezer. The choice is yours!<\/p>\n

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