Sunfrost refrigerators are the most efficient ones out there. Here are the specs on a typical model: Energy Consumption : 585-845 Whr / day (42-58 Amp Hours) DC, 20 kWh / month, 249 kWh / year Annual Energy Cost: $21 Capacity: 16 cu. ft. Dimensions: 62.5″ H, 34.5″ W, 27.75″ D Weight: 300 lb. (44… [Continue Reading]
Avanti 1201W-01 CF Refrigerator (Mid Capacity)
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Power Consumption: 277 kWh per year Annual Energy Cost: $23 Capacity: 11.2 cu ft Dimensions: 23.5" W, 66.75" H, 25" D Weight: 130 lb. Power: 120 V AC Best Price: $320 (ikitchenbath.com) also a counter-high version available at Amazon for $139.88
NovaKool RU7600-DC
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Power Consumption: 480 watt hours/day or 240 watt hours /day with insulation (70°F day) Capacity: 7 cu. ft. Dimensions: 18.5" W, 41" H, 28" D Shipping weight: 138 lb. Power: 12 or 24V DC Best Price: $1196 (E-Marine)
Most Efficient Portable Coolers: Coolmatics
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These Coolmatic Waeco coolers are built with the Danfoss BD35F compressor from Denmark, which means they run extremely efficiently on 12/24V or AC power. The 28 gallon model above consumes only 65 watts on average (45 watts on 12V DC). You can get an insulating protective cover to make them even more efficient. The coolers… [Continue Reading]
Kar Kool – Portable DC Evaporative Cooler
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Energy Consumption: 18 or 24W DC Dimensions: 12" H x 12" L x 9" Weight: 2 lbs. Best Price: $202 (Alternative Energy Store) or $259 (Southwest Solar) Notes from Manufacturer: World’s lowest energy using cooler. Evaporative cooling for RVs, boats, cars, tents and small rooms at a fraction of typical air conditioning energy costs. Cools… [Continue Reading]
Servel Portable Fridge (LP Gas, 120V AC, 12V DC)
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Although not the most efficient cooler, we like the fact that this cooler can be powered by so many energy sources. Notes from Manufacturer: Large enough to hold six 6-packs. Lightweight and compact with rugged turquoise plastic exterior. Comes with ice cube tray, thermostat and push button piezo igniter. Works with three different power sources:… [Continue Reading]
Future Sonic Ears EM3
July 28, 2004 by 1 Comment
Universal fit design Outstanding bass response Outstanding vocal tone ComfortEar™ custom fit sleeves available (at additional cost – ear impressions required for this option) Great upgrade to similar systems Response: 20 hz to 20,000 hz Driver: FSI proprietary F/R Impedance: 32 ohm Sensitivity: 118dB Isolation: 25 dB Cable: 45″ standard Connector: Standard 1/8″ Stereo Gold… [Continue Reading]
Shure E3C Sound Isolating Earphones
July 28, 2004 by 1 Comment
Blocks external noise with comfortable sound-isolating sleeves that contour to the inside of the ears. Shure E3c Sound Isolating Earphone – The replacement of the acclaimed E1, the E3 uses low mass, high energy micro-speakers to deliver incredibly precise sound with secure, comfortable, acoustic isolation for an outstanding listening experience where ever you are. Whether… [Continue Reading]
Top Rated Earbuds: The Etymotic ER-6 Isolator
July 28, 2004 by 4 Comments
Recommended by: ZDNet, CNET and Wired Magazine. From ZDNET: The name Etymotic means “true to the ear” and is pronounced “et-im-oh-tik.” We’re huge fans of the company’s ER-4P earbuds but it retails for a whopping $330. The ER-6 Isolator earbuds, meanwhile, carries a list price of $130 and is designed to offer most of the… [Continue Reading]
Milk (Casein) Paint
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This is the perfect paint for people who love the dappled, richly textured look of old plaster but find themselves surrounded instead by flat drywall. It is sold as a powder, made according to a recipe that’s been around since the time of the ancient Egyptians. As you need it, you mix it with water… [Continue Reading]
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