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food:refrigeration [2021/07/06 14:45] frater_secessus [compressor refrigeration] |
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==== Peltier refrigeration ==== | ==== Peltier refrigeration ==== | ||
- | Peltier cooling doesn' | + | Peltier cooling doesn' |
- | This kind of device cools to ~30-40F below ambient, which may not be a problem if the ambient is 80F or less. | + | This kind of device cools to ~30-40F below ambient, which may not be a problem if the ambient is 80F or less. For best results avoid putting hot or even warmer-than-ambient items in the cooler. |
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+ | Most lack thermostats and so can accidentally freeze food if ambient temps are low enough. | ||
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+ | Read the manual before purchase to see how long it can be run at a stretch; | ||
- | For best results avoid putting hot or even warmer-than-ambient items in the cooler. | ||
=== possible use cases === | === possible use cases === |