What is the Difference Between a Standard and RV Refrigerator
Published 09/18/2018
Question:
Guess I am confused. What exactly makes this a RVinch refrigerator? It appears to be no different than any other small compact refrigerator that you can buy anywhere. When this a RVinch refrigerator, I assume that it was going to be a propane/electric combo refrigerator like RVs have. Thanks,
asked by: Bill
Expert Reply:
There are differences between an RV refrigerator like the Furrion Refrigerator part # FCR43ACA-BL and a standard one you would find at your local appliance store. They may not be noticeable just by looking but there are in fact key differences.
The most important difference is the built-in vibration dampening. The RV refrigerators have much sturdier internals which are designed for more abuse because they go over bumps all day long in your RV. A standard refrigerator would work for a while but over time the internal components would loosen and eventually fail much quicker than an RV refrigerator.
The other major difference is the coating. The RV refrigerators are made so that they don't lose the cold air as quickly. This is because with an RV refrigerator you can expect power outages much more frequently than that of your home. The frequent power outages not only means you lose the cold air quicker but it is also harder on the electric components which standard refrigerators are not used to therefore won't last as long.
None of our RV refrigerators operate off of propane gas, they are all electric.
Continue Researching
- Shop: Trailer Hitch
- Shop: Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Shop: etrailer Electric Trailer Brakes - Self-Adjusting - 10" - Left/Right Hand Assemblies - 3.5K
- Video: Beginner’s Guide to Installing the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver on a 2016 Ram ProMaster 2500
- Video: Feature Review Replacement Section for AC/DC Power Distribution Panel
- Shop: Replacement Section for AC/DC Power Distribution Panel - 35 Amp
- Q&A: Magnetek Series 6300A Model 6332 Replacement Converter
- Q&A: Replacement Converter for your Magnetek Converter Series 6300 Model 6332
- Q&A: How Much Solar Power is Needed for Refrigerator in 2020 Brookstone 310RL
- Q&A: Recommended Hitch and Wiring Harness for a 2022 Ram ProMaster 2500
- Q&A: Recommended Lithium Battery for a 3,000 watt Inverter
- Q&A: What is a Complete Tow Set Up For My 2023 Ram ProMaster 2500 Without Tow Package?
- Shop: Go Power Sun Cycle Advanced Lithium RV Battery - LiFePo4 - Bluetooth - 12V - 300 Amp Hour
- Video: Review of the Demco Stay-IN-Play Duo Flat Tow Brake System for RVs w/ Hydraulic Brakes
- Video: Dexter Heavy-Duty Suspension Kit Installation - 2018 Grand Design Momentum 5W Toy Hauler
- Video: Let’s Check Out the Dexter DX7.5L A-60 Brake Actuator w Electric Lockout
- Video: Detailed Breakdown of the etrailer Electric Trailer Brakes
- Q&A: Parts Needed to Add Electric Drum Brakes to a Trailer without Brakes
- Shop: Brake Controller
- Shop: Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Shop: etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2"
- Shop: Dexter Surge Brake Actuator - Disc - Elec Lockout - 2" Ball - Zinc - 7.5K - 3" x 5"
- Search Results: rv trim
- Search Results: rv power converter
- Search Results: rv refrigerators
- Search Results: rv vents and fans
- Article: Brake Controller 7- and 4-Way Installation Kit (ETBC7)
- Search Results: trailer hitch
- Shop: Trailer Wiring
- Video: How to Choose a Trailer Brake Controller
on RV Refrigerators
