A Warning Perhaps re Techniice

[xcvator]

I'm in the market for an extra fridge/freezer, preferably dual zone  so I've done a bit of googling and "Techniice" came up, looked ok, but a bit light on data on the web site  seeing they are just down the road from me I went and asked some questions about power usage etc and asked for a data sheet  answer, no data sheets, i'ts all on the web site, I was then told that not 1 of their fridges (12v) was in stock, all sold, had to pre-order, pay for delivery in April, so I came home.
Well I started looking for any more info about these fridges, and it was interesting what I found, or didn't.
1st no power data could be found any where
2nd from posts on several other forums it seems to be standard practice with "Techniice" to not stock the 12v fridges UNTILL they have sufficient orders either prepaid or deposits paid , in some cases people said they had ordered and paid via the web site THEN were told the fridges were out of stock.
Others experience may be better than mine but I'm now a bit wary of "Techniice" 12 volt fridges , with no data and ordering 2 or 3 months in advance doesn't sit well with me   

[D4D]

2nd from posts on several other forums it seems to be standard practice with "Techniice" to not stock the 12v fridges UNTILL they have sufficient orders either prepaid or deposits paid

That's the way they have always run their business.

[Streetkid]

I've been checking them out also, the info is on the site. Go to car fridges and click on "get the full story", the power use info is in there.

[duggie]

Here it is,


TYPE
   

GNA-30
   

GNA-45
   

GNA-60

GROSS CAPACITY
   

30L
   

45L
   

60L

VOLTAGE
   

12/24V DC:

?4.0A+10%
   

12/24V DC:

?4.3A+10%
   

12/24V DC:

?4.5A+10%

Average Power Draw
   

?45W+15%
   

?50W+15%
   

?55W+15%

Temperature Range(Variable via electronic thermostat)
   

8°C to ? -18°C
   

8°C to ? -18°C
   

8C to ? -18°C

Refrigerating fluid
   

R134a
   

R134a
   

R134a

Refrigeration Capacity
   

Arrived -16°C in 2 hours (Under standard operating condition)

Other features
   

Digital temperature-control panel. The compressor can adjust the torque and rotate speed automatically.

Thermostat setting
   

There will be a variation of plus or minus 1° C.

[loanrangie]

I went to buy one before xmas but as it was at the end of their pre xmas sales they were out of stock of most models otherwise they had plenty in stock earlier on but by procrastinating i missed the boat.
  There are a few members here with them and they seem happy.

[xcvator]

Going to look  at different brands, not going to take the chance on ordering 1 and not have it delivered before we leave for our trip 

[Ynot]

I ordered a 30 litre a week before Christmas as i wanted a small fridge to keep in the car all the time.  It was delivered a couple of days later however instead of one fridge two had been delivered! I called them and ended up buying the second for a good price (haven't decided what I am doing with it yet) They also have a ebay store where they put items up from time to time.  Fridge is going well and no issues with current draw (but it is only a small fridge) even on very hot days.


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[berlitza]

all a bit odd, I picked my 45ltr up back in october and was told they had plenty in stock, given the price with the warranty  could they really be that popular. Seems crazy not to have them in stock over summer/holiday period

[Nay-DMAX]

We have one as our second fridge and have been happy with it so far it hasn't had heaps of use but has been out on a couple of trips and been used in the house for drinks when we have needed it or to freeze ice cream containers of water for the dogs.  I ordered online when I got it for lino6 birthday last year perhaps had no trouble getting it in time.

[clarky]

We have the 60 litre model and it seems to work a treat. We keep it in the car and it does an excellent job no matter the weather, and goes very easy on the power.

[fuji]

Hey Keef
Sell u my Engel 57 litre fridge/freezer for 1K. Didnt sell on fleabay.
Wayne

[V8CRSA]

Hey Keef
Sell u my Engel 57 litre fridge/freezer for 1K. Didnt sell on fleabay.
Wayne

And if that dosnt suit, I know a bloke that can help you with an engel fridge of your choice.
Or maybe just a quote, I know rays or BCF will price match.......

Matt

[xcvator]

Another thing I've just noticed on the Techniice site is they just call the fridge I was looking at an 80L BUT it's NOT 80 litres ( which they don't claim it to be) but is in actual fact only 68 liters capacity so maybe a 70 litre "Koolmate" from Evakool  might be a better buy 

[Bird]

have a look in the give away section for a 60 or Fooji's 57ltr

[Big Damo]

Another thing I've just noticed on the Techniice site is they just call the fridge I was looking at an 80L BUT it's NOT 80 litres ( which they don't claim it to be) but is in actual fact only 68 liters capacity so maybe a 70 litre "Koolmate" from Evakool  might be a better buy 

Definitely go the Everkool there website do factory seconds at a good price
I have 110 litre white fiberglass model and it is sensational
 
Damo

[Rumpig]

Another thing I've just noticed on the Techniice site is they just call the fridge I was looking at an 80L BUT it's NOT 80 litres ( which they don't claim it to be) but is in actual fact only 68 liters capacity so maybe a 70 litre "Koolmate" from Evakool  might be a better buy 

Engel used to do same with their 80ltr fridge / freezer combi...was only 75 ltr capacity from memory once you took the divider into account. I don't think they tried to hide that fact, pretty sure i was either told or read it on the box before i bought it

[oldmate]

Another thing I've just noticed on the Techniice site is they just call the fridge I was looking at an 80L BUT it's NOT 80 litres ( which they don't claim it to be) but is in actual fact only 68 liters capacity so maybe a 70 litre "Koolmate" from Evakool  might be a better buy 

I think you will find most are the same. Our 50ltdz Waeco, is I think in fact only 47lt. Remember reading something like that in the specs somewhere

[xcvator]

Some of the companies actually say xx litres capacity, so that's what it is

[loanrangie]

Engel is not one of them.