Transcool 12v Evaporative Cooler

I have had one for a few years now and love it

I have been on the road 'full time' now for 4 years mostly above the tropic of Capricorn.

Yes the effectiveness drops off as the humidity increases but I have found that other than the actual "wet" and the month or two preceding "the wet" the unit works well

As the cooling effect of evaporative systems relies on evaporating moisture from the wet filter pad, they work best in hot, dry conditions, and aren’t well suited to humid conditions. Up North is often hot and dry with low humidity for a lot of the 'usual' travelling months

I haven't hooked it up to the external water supply but am seriously considering it as you can go through a bit of water in really hot/dry conditions if you run it at full speed

Attached is a link to my SPOT tracking page (which shows where I have been)


KiwiAngler's SPOT tracking page link

We have had a Transcool for a couple of years. If the conditions are hot and dry, it works well as a personal cooler. It does not really cool the camper interior - the flow of air needs to be directed over your person for the best effect. It provides lovely cool air while you have a rest or are trying to sleep, with very little power draw.

If you just want a good fan that you can mount on a wall or hanging bracket, the 12v Caframo 807 Sirocco fan is pricey, but works very well - it has three speeds and a timer.

Cheers MG

Sorry for the slow reply everyone, called away unexpectedly. Thanks for your input. Tough decision but the humidity is the big thing for our next couple of trips. I guess we'll check out the Brisbane Caravan show in case something new has arrived in the last couple of months, otherwise it might be the fans. Thanks for your help. Cheers. Terry