What can I do with a mini-fridge?

UnderWare1213 · 03-13-2004, 08:16 PM

Got one sitting around here and I wanted to know if there is any possible way I can use the parts to make a chiller. I'm very n00bish to this "waterchilling" thing, but it sounds like something interesting to get into. Can you guys give me some advice? Your help is appreciated, thanks.

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redleader · 03-14-2004, 01:29 PM

Take a look at the compressor size. That'll give you a good idea what you can do with it. Ideally you'd have 1/4 HP, but thats probably much larger then your fridge would have. Also you'd probably need to add a larger condenser onto it. Most minifridges i've seen have tiny condensors or even none at all since they just run for a few minutes on the hour and thus don't really need to be able to transfer lots of heat.

Edit: Specs here:

http://www.lge.com/products/componen...tification.jsp

03-14-2004, 01:29 PM	#2
redleader Thermophile Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: The deserts of Tucson, Az Posts: 1,264	Take a look at the compressor size. That'll give you a good idea what you can do with it. Ideally you'd have 1/4 HP, but thats probably much larger then your fridge would have. Also you'd probably need to add a larger condenser onto it. Most minifridges i've seen have tiny condensors or even none at all since they just run for a few minutes on the hour and thus don't really need to be able to transfer lots of heat. Edit: Specs here: http://www.lge.com/products/componen...tification.jsp Last edited by redleader; 03-14-2004 at 01:34 PM.

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