Evakool Power Supply

Hi All,

I have had a Evakool ED68 fridge freezer for about 10 years and it has not missed a beat. Having said this the second 240v power pack has died. They seem to die every 5 years which is no surprise because when we are away it is packed in the back of the wagon where it is used to run the fridge when we happen to be near 240v and it also runs continuously at home. I try to look after it as best I can!

It seems that dust and moisture take there toll on these powerpacks as they are designed for indoor use only and when we are away we are normally in dusty and damp environments with salt water in the air too!

Rather than splash out for a new one from evakool for $200 I am looking for a cheaper/better alternative. The specs on the evakool power pack are as follows-

Input 100-240VAC 50-60Hz
Output 12VDC 7.8A continuous (120W Peak)

I have found one at Jaycar for $45 with the following specs-

12VDC 8A Switchmode Power Supply - Mains to Cigarette Lighter Socket

Suitable for high-current applications. Output is to a cigarette lighter socket. Fan cooled.

Specifications
Output voltage: 12VDC regulated
Output current: 8A
Leakage current: 500mA
Dimensions: 130(L) x 92(W) x 65(H)mm

see-http://www.jaycar.com.au/productView.asp?ID=MP3470&CATID=27&form=CAT&SUBCATID=381


I have also found what seems to be a dust and waterproof unit with what I think are similar specs for $US87

http://www.trcelectronics.com/Meanwell/clg-150-12a.shtml

I don't have an electrickery background, can someone with a background in the dark art check the specs for me and let me know if either units would do the job?

I am happy to pay more for a dust and water proof unit on the basis it should not die every 5 years.

Thanks in advance for your help.

Cheers
GASGQ