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evaporative coolers

images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com_images_i_41v5c1tunkl._ac_us218_.jpg Evaporative coolers, sometimes called swamp coolers, are an option in areas with low humidity. They do not cool by a certain number of degrees, but rather output air ~5-7F above wet bulb thermometer reading. Standard sizing is cooler cfm = cubic feet of area / 2.1)

Water consumption for a van-sized space is about 1 quart/hour of cooling.2)

The main manufacturer of RV swamp coolers is Turbokool.

portable units

images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com_images_i_41jcgmfxl6l._sy90_.jpg Portable units are not a perfect fit for 'dwellers since they were made for stationary use. FIXME

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