Budget friendly How to run a 240v Fridge freezer on 12v in a Camper van

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  • Using this simple technique any one can run a 240v fridge freezer off of a 12v leisure battery perfect for living the van life dream in this video i show you How to simply run a 240v Fridge Freezer on 12v
    products used in this video:
    Cookology 2 Door Fridge Freezer in Black ebay.us/raLf0b
    500W Pure Sine Wave Inverter has now sold out!! thank you to everyone for letting me know.
    I'm sure if you do your own research you will find one that is similar.
    But the seller has this 1000w inverter in its place it is a little bit more money but lots of people are asking for a link so here it is
    amzn.to/3yIGKB3
    I'm sure if you do your own research you will find one that is similar.
    Pipe Removal Separator Plier Tool for hose amzn.to/4e4QshB
    Beck's Channel / @sacredtraveller
    DISCLAIMER: Links included in this description may be affiliate links. If you purchases a product with these links, I may receive a small commission. However, there is no additional charge to you. I appreciate your support! :)
    #vanlife #bigvansmallworld #rvlife #melsvanlife #melsvanworld #vanlifeuk
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  • @mitch3424
    @mitch3424 2 місяці тому +11

    Hmmmmm 🤔 so no 12v conversion , and a dubious connection to a cheap 'n' nasty inverter ??? Have you been out licking frogs in the garden 😋

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  Місяць тому +13

      First of i am showing how to use a domestic 240v fridge in a camper not how to convert it to 12v the purpose of this video is to help people that can not afford the expensive RV fridges. I help people thats what i do! How many people have you helped today?

    • @mitch3424
      @mitch3424 Місяць тому +4

      @@BigVanSmallWorld actually two people with their car , Ive also rescued a hedgehog , now in my spare room getting warm and eating ! and caught and returned two runaway huskies heading for the high street ! All before ten am ! ! Soo 😝 to you and your dodgy wiring ! 😁

    • @keswickadventure
      @keswickadventure Місяць тому +2

      You need to change your video title then Mel… 😂 you definitely said d you’re converting it to run on 12v 🤣🙄

    • @LaheralHaake
      @LaheralHaake Місяць тому

      @@keswickadventure It is perfect like it is!! thats the way people who are looking for complicated ways to use cheap fridges in their bus will find this video and be happy

  • @wjheald
    @wjheald Місяць тому +8

    Interesting, but now we need a vid testing how much power the fridge + inverter use over a 24 hours - and compare that with the 12v fridge in your van. The important thing is not whether you CAN run a 240v fridge in a van, but the power consumption.

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  Місяць тому +1

      Great point 👍

    • @TimH123
      @TimH123 Місяць тому

      The Bluetti 12v is limited to 30A so the maximum possible drain is 360W running at 240v 1.5A.

  • @zack9633
    @zack9633 2 місяці тому +8

    Good morning, Mel,
    You must be aware that, like me, every viewer was expecting a secret magical trick to converting a 240V fridge to a 12V fridge. A more fitting video title would be "How to Run a 240V Fridge in a Campervan" or "What Inverter to Use to Run a 240V Fridge."
    There's a small device that only costs £5 online. It's a temperature switch that works like a thermostat. You can adjust the settings to make it switch on and off at any temperature you choose. This would have been a lot cheaper than buying a dedicated inverter for the fridge. Coupled with a 4-pin automotive relay, it would have been a more practical way to run a 240V fridge. You could consider making a video about that to benefit those viewers who are now searching everywhere for the "Smart Inverter," which has been discontinued. I’m sure you’ll agree that a video like that would be more beneficial than merely entertaining.
    I must admit, though, I watch your videos to learn but enjoy the entertaining side more. The cheap £5 device is called “(12V/24V) Digital Temperature Controller Digital Thermostat Electronic Switch Heat.” It's selling on eBay for £7 but available elsewhere for under £4.
    I use the same device to control my DIY water heater-a domestic water storage heater that I converted by replacing the 240V heating element with a 12V (300-watt) heating element.
    It would be great for your viewers to see how cheaply they can use a 240V fridge in a campervan without killing the battery. As for the entertainment side of your videos, I even enjoyed watching you cook. Haha, I thought you might start another channel about cooking in campervans! I’m looking forward to your video about the weekend at the campervan and motorhome event.

    • @aFlynn1000
      @aFlynn1000 Місяць тому +1

      How do you wire this to the fridge? Do you replace the plug with 12v cabling?

    • @punkypixie6970
      @punkypixie6970 12 днів тому

      @zack9633
      Can u advise me how I can run a 240v fridge in my van then....
      I've a 12v but it's on its last legs

    • @zack9633
      @zack9633 12 днів тому

      @@punkypixie6970 as shown in the video , use an inverter. you will need large battery capacity and solar system for when you are off grid. it all depends on how much battery AH you have. I just use a cool box with ice for cheese, butter and milk. I dont store food in fridges or freezers, there are supermarkets all over. if anything needs a fridge to be stored I buy and use on the same day. also, when on out in a campervan. never needed a fridge or freezer in a campervan.

  • @jamesfeeley5854
    @jamesfeeley5854 Місяць тому +2

    Great insight into running a 240v fridge. Sometimes the simplest way is the best.

  • @misterbojangles07
    @misterbojangles07 2 місяці тому +1

    I would love the life you have,Van,tools,and a massive shed/barn and helping others for sweet FA

  • @ddjc862
    @ddjc862 2 місяці тому

    Thanks Mel, you've made my weekend!!!

  • @colinabrehart5592
    @colinabrehart5592 Місяць тому +1

    Hi Mel. We've been using a 240 volt fridge in our van for a couple of years now. Powered by a 2000 w inverter. The fridge is an A++ rating so very economical power wise, and our inverter uses very little power when not "working" The main reason for getting the 2000w inverter is that compressor fridges need a lot of power when the compressor kicks in. Our fridge was about £9O from Amazon a couple if years ago. So well done for making people aware they don't need to spend loads of money on a campervan soecific fridge.🙂👍

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  Місяць тому

      Thank you that’s really encouraging to hear that 👍

  • @PeterSeabrook805
    @PeterSeabrook805 2 місяці тому +2

    Thanks for the tip Mel and for showing us your special tool 😉

    • @Defender200tdi
      @Defender200tdi 2 місяці тому +2

      He couldn't wait to get it out and demonstrate how it works. Definitely talking from experience when he explained it can make your hand sore 🤣🤣🤣

  • @delwalker6336
    @delwalker6336 2 місяці тому +1

    Thanks matey

  • @ianwarburton8147
    @ianwarburton8147 2 місяці тому +3

    Uploaded even whilst at Vanlife, I’m impressed. Sorry I’ve not had chance to say hello, every time I saw you both you were chatting to someone else. Nevertheless nice to see you both and Monty, maybe next year lol.

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  2 місяці тому

      Thank you we are parked up down buy the river if you still want to come say hi your more than welcome

  • @martynhill3230
    @martynhill3230 2 місяці тому

    Just managed to buy the last one on Amazon on Saturday via your link👍🏻

  • @challengedavid
    @challengedavid 2 місяці тому +3

    walked past you both today at shrewsbury, was tempted to say hello, however i guess you were enjoying the day without being hasslesd by youtubers

    • @SACREDTRAVELLER
      @SACREDTRAVELLER 2 місяці тому

      Come and say hi, we don’t mind

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  2 місяці тому

      If you see us again today come say hi that is why we are here

  • @andrewhamilton-gill
    @andrewhamilton-gill 2 місяці тому

    Thanks Mel, I’ve been waiting for this video since you mentioned it some time ago, inverter ordered via your link, checking out fridge. On a different subject bluetti have released the D40 add on for the A200L ( which I have ) which turns the 48v socket into a very useable 12 volt supply amongst various other things. Sadly not available in u.k yet but everywhere else. Perhaps you could have a word. Love your videos mate.

  • @dieselbushcraft1299
    @dieselbushcraft1299 2 місяці тому +1

    Clever trick Mel

  • @whippetsadventuresandoneman
    @whippetsadventuresandoneman 2 місяці тому +1

    Very interesting video great how you converted it 😊 it’s the same as mine but mines 12v, but does have 240v connection at the back. cost me £585 three years now the best fridge freezer I have in my campervan narrow boat fridge freezer all the way no way getting a campervan fridge freezer there ridiculous expensive and tiny 💙

  • @edcdt07
    @edcdt07 2 місяці тому +1

    Nice one Mel! very informative as it is entertaining! as well it was nice to meet u today I'm the bloke from brand's hatch! ed.

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  2 місяці тому +1

      Thanks for coming was very nice to meet you too good luck with your future plans

  • @Cheekymonkey1
    @Cheekymonkey1 2 місяці тому +1

    Good afternoon becky and Mel I love you and your building your new campervan I hope you are all well and enjoying your building your new campervan I love watching your videos of you and your building your new campervan please keep up the good work up on your videos on your you tube channel

  • @74quo
    @74quo Місяць тому +1

    Hey Mr Mel
    That mastic tape you recommended was useless
    Stuck some trim on the side of of my van with it,came back a few days later the trim was on the floor😡
    That's £11 you owe me😉

  • @retro423
    @retro423 2 місяці тому +9

    That was an anticlimax, I was expecting to see lots of bodged wiring and dodgy practices and maybe even a big blue flash with lots of smoke

  • @chrisb5839
    @chrisb5839 2 місяці тому +1

    I used to have a 500w inverter to run my 240v fridge which worked most of the time, but every now and then these fridges surge and pull over 500w for a about 30 seconds which seemed to trip the inverter. They claim to be 1000w peak but can only manage if it's a split second. I upgraded to a 1000w inverter and it's been working ever since.

  • @robertanderson2142
    @robertanderson2142 2 місяці тому

    Mel its as simple as turning it off or on great vid laddie👍👍

  • @DA11NOON
    @DA11NOON 2 місяці тому

    Great vlog Mel very interesting 👍 Great job 👍
    Be safe

  • @gupndors
    @gupndors Місяць тому +3

    Am i missing something? Did you just plug the fridge into the inverter and switch it on?

  • @BeMoreWild
    @BeMoreWild Місяць тому

    interesting to see and learn, electrical always worry me about doing myself. nice video mate

  • @ifell3
    @ifell3 2 місяці тому

    8:00 Mel falls for the "can I borrow the elusive 10mm socket" trick 😂

  • @BagofRust
    @BagofRust Місяць тому +1

    Mel even Easier, Its the Ampage that powers the Fridge, if you can switch its class to class two (12v) buy using a down lighter ballast that you would find in a kitchen light. The Ballast Converts 240 down to 12v Volts.
    Ballast for kitchen down lighter ftom wickes is £18
    I use these ballasts hooked up to my inverter and it converts all 240 power down to 12v class 2 no earth required on applicance only at inverter.
    Just buy loads of 240 ballasts class 2 kitchen downlighter ballasts converts 240 -12volts
    And wire them up into a 240 double socket for each ballast and socket around rhe van and you have a socket that will power everything at 12v but easily enough ampage.

  • @steveelkins52
    @steveelkins52 Місяць тому +1

    Aussie boater-why I chose a 240v fridge. Check this guy for conversion

  • @dtvking
    @dtvking 2 місяці тому +2

    Dont know if its just me but your Amazon link goes to a 1000W £99.99 inverter.
    You will need to clear your browser cookies to show this as it may go to the correct inverter on your browser.
    Great idea Mel
    Thanks

    • @dor843088
      @dor843088 2 місяці тому +2

      Me too. Showing a different inverter

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  2 місяці тому +2

      Thank you for letting me know I’ve now removed the link looks like they have sold out and replaced the listing with a different inverter

  • @ourworldonwheels
    @ourworldonwheels 2 місяці тому +5

    The titles a bit cheeky mate! I thought you would be swapping the compressor or modding the electrics? Been looking forward to this idea but that’s not converting the fridge at all :/

    • @SACREDTRAVELLER
      @SACREDTRAVELLER 2 місяці тому

      It’s all up to the UA-cam analytics - otherwise we wouldn’t even be able to create content if no-one clicked

    • @ourworldonwheels
      @ourworldonwheels 2 місяці тому +3

      @@SACREDTRAVELLERSo are you saying you’d rather make videos that are a bit misleading to get the views over content that’s genuine and gets viewed by less people?
      That’s a sorry state of affairs if that’s how it works now.
      I for one watch through my subs list not just what’s suggested so I’d always have it pop up in my feed anyway.
      Im just disappointed with this one as it’s something you’ve spoken about doing for a while and I genuinely thought you’d be converting a domestic fridge to 12v not just plugging it in to an inverter.

  • @gacattack1234
    @gacattack1234 2 місяці тому

    What I've found is if you put a 12v supply - jumpers, booster or charger - across the first battery in a 24v system it will work also as long as the both aren't too fully drained. I also found that the first one also goes bad first.

  • @r33gts
    @r33gts 2 місяці тому +1

    Hi Mel, just do like I do and use one of your solar generators, I use a Bluetti eb70... It makes no noise and uses only 50w when fridge kicks in. Btw the Amazon reviews says it does not go into standby, and I can't see where it states that it does? 🤔

  • @user-ns5pi3qb5p
    @user-ns5pi3qb5p 2 місяці тому

    good video

  • @stevem3534
    @stevem3534 Місяць тому +1

    👍great vid as usual, as the inverter is sold out what did you search for ? I searched smart inverter no joy

  • @ZerHour
    @ZerHour 2 місяці тому

    Hi ,Mel I've always used sikaflex ,ordered some tiger seal as you recommend it ,will see how it goes hopefully as good as you say 👍

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  2 місяці тому +1

      You’re be right 💪

    • @Dirt-Diggler
      @Dirt-Diggler 2 місяці тому +1

      It goes off in the tube so seal it well after use or use it all up in one go, sika tends to be slower to go off in the tube if left after it's opened 👍

  • @psnchsky
    @psnchsky 2 місяці тому +1

    B I barn intelligence 😂😂😂😂😂😂 love it.

  • @HiruS22
    @HiruS22 2 місяці тому +1

    This was how we used to do it before 12v fridges became a thing. It’s fine as long as you have plenty of battery capacity.

  • @tonydean1262
    @tonydean1262 2 місяці тому +6

    I'VE JUST LOOKED AT AMAZON LINK AND GREAT NEWS
    IT RUNS A BREAST PUMP 😂😂😂😂😂
    Cold and warm milk 😂😂

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  2 місяці тому +1

      Thank you for letting me know I’ve now removed the link looks like they have sold out and replaced the listing with a different inverter

  • @robertanderson2142
    @robertanderson2142 2 місяці тому

    Brill mel

  • @punkypixie6970
    @punkypixie6970 2 місяці тому +1

    Hi Mel... what an awesome trick.... do u happen to have the inverter link, or point me in direction of what im actually looking for...thnx

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  2 місяці тому

      Unfortunately they have sold out already

    • @punkypixie6970
      @punkypixie6970 2 місяці тому

      Oh shoot.... what wud I be looking for in a inverter for it to "turn off"....

    • @Dirt-Diggler
      @Dirt-Diggler 2 місяці тому +1

      Usually listed as "smart" inverter but read the description to make sure it auto detects a load, some manufacturers use the term smart to cover the USB port power levels !
      It's a minefield TBH 👍

  • @UKvet246
    @UKvet246 2 місяці тому

    Mel thanks so much for this, the UA-cam videos I've watched previously shows modifying the fridge and the inverter.

  • @zoltar666pz
    @zoltar666pz 2 місяці тому

    Nice one Mel but I defo want a Smart 500W Pure Sine Wave Inverter if you know anywhere else I could buy one thanks

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  Місяць тому +1

      500W Pure Sine Wave Inverter has now sold out!! thank you to everyone for letting me know.
      I'm sure if you do your own research you will find one that is similar.
      But the seller has this 1000w inverter in its place it is a little bit more money but lots of people are asking for a link so here it is
      amzn.to/3yIGKB3

  • @geoffhorner4805
    @geoffhorner4805 10 днів тому

    Hi, great idea, does the other inverter you listed have standby feature the same as the smaller one as i am about to order one????

  • @HistoryRevisiteduk
    @HistoryRevisiteduk 2 місяці тому +1

    absolute legend , saved me a fortune, great work

  • @deeeeeeeench1209
    @deeeeeeeench1209 2 місяці тому

    I just got a 12v fridge freezer for my van and I thought about this, but I didn't want a full size fridge I wanted a good size but still to fit in my kitchen and full size wouldn't of worked so I spent £330 and I don't regret a penny of it.

    • @EnglishVeteran
      @EnglishVeteran 2 місяці тому +1

      Which Fridge Freezer did you buy ?

    • @deeeeeeeench1209
      @deeeeeeeench1209 2 місяці тому

      @@EnglishVeteran Kirknalls EEEEEBAY

    • @deeeeeeeench1209
      @deeeeeeeench1209 2 місяці тому

      @@EnglishVeteran Kirknalls on the famous bidding site rhymes with "way" brand new in box

    • @deeeeeeeench1209
      @deeeeeeeench1209 2 місяці тому

      @@EnglishVeteran this is how it is listed
      R 50L 12v compressor fridge Freezer in Black Campervan , Mobile home , VW T5 T6

  • @freespirit5944
    @freespirit5944 Місяць тому +1

    Mel how are you going to make it work while running the van off bleutii tho? I'm thinking this is good when you use DIY system but if you're using power bank as main source of energy then how does it work?

  • @piperssonpipersson7581
    @piperssonpipersson7581 2 місяці тому

    Is a domestic fridge a bit noisy compared to a proper caravan/ camper fridge?

  • @dangeroustoman
    @dangeroustoman 2 місяці тому

    Your link brings up many different 500w inverters, which one is it?

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  2 місяці тому

      Thank you for letting me know I’ve now removed the link looks like they have sold out and replaced the listing with a different inverter

  • @JohnSimpson-cg6vq
    @JohnSimpson-cg6vq 4 дні тому +1

    This may help me with my current situation, the question I have and didn’t see it in the comments or may have missed it…
    How long do you find that the battery lasts running this? If you have solar how much do you think you would need to be putting back in to keep the battery at a good level for other items running in the van like lights?

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  2 дні тому +2

      There are so many variables it’s impossible for me to answer this question. But for me I have 610wt solar and and the fridge will run 24 7 no problem at all

  • @-Muslims
    @-Muslims Місяць тому +1

    I am more interested in that battery you are using..... please tell me more

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  Місяць тому +1

      creabest.co.uk/collections/lifepo4-battery-12v/products/lifepo4-battery-12v-200ah-for-campervan-rv-solar

  • @steved2189
    @steved2189 2 місяці тому

    Any pointers in the direction of a similar invertor pls mel !

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  Місяць тому

      500W Pure Sine Wave Inverter has now sold out!! thank you to everyone for letting me know.
      I'm sure if you do your own research you will find one that is similar.
      But the seller has this 1000w inverter in its place it is a little bit more money but lots of people are asking for a link so here it is
      amzn.to/3yIGKB3

  • @Photostoryhr
    @Photostoryhr 2 місяці тому

    Are there other brands of pure sine wave inverters that do not draw power as soon they are connected? You say SMART is that what to look for?

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  2 місяці тому

      Correct 👍

    • @Dirt-Diggler
      @Dirt-Diggler 2 місяці тому

      Be careful, a lot of the so called "smart" inverters are only smart in certain ways, a quick 5 min glance on amozon shows 5 that are listed as smart but only for the USB outlet NOT the AC !!!
      Read the description well don't trust the listing headlines 👍

    • @Photostoryhr
      @Photostoryhr 2 місяці тому +1

      @@Dirt-Diggler Thank you very much.

  • @nigelphillips9426
    @nigelphillips9426 Місяць тому

    Could you please recommend a 30 amp battery mains charger to charge my battery for lesure battery not lithium

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  Місяць тому

      A friend of mine has one of these and absolutely swears by it amzn.to/3S25kUD

  • @nikkion2140
    @nikkion2140 2 місяці тому

    Can you pls re-post the link to that inverter or name of that inverter to look up for alternative sellers. Thanks.
    Also, do you happen to know if the same manufacturer makes 1000 W inverter?
    Thanks a million.

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  Місяць тому

      yes they do make 1000w inverters Bapdas 1000W Pure Sine Wave Power Inverter 12V to 230V 240V Car Converter Adapter with 2AC Outlets and USB Port amzn.to/3yIGKB3

  • @chillicamper
    @chillicamper 2 місяці тому +1

    It's all about power so How much power does it use compared to a 12v fridge , it must use more ?

    • @craster_van_kippers
      @craster_van_kippers 2 місяці тому +1

      Hi there. My 5 year old setup draws zero when cold and about 6amps when running. (Fridge freezer). Sterling power products did a comparison test a few years ago.
      The big difference really is the initial cost.

    • @craster_van_kippers
      @craster_van_kippers 2 місяці тому +1

      Hi there @ dirt-digger if you’re replying to me then I have to explain that my freezer and inverter has been rewire so that when cold enough the stat turns off the inverter completely.

  • @Tom111060
    @Tom111060 2 місяці тому

    Littlebit misleading title: Not converting a fridge to 12V but running it on 12V via converter. Not new - but nice tip with the "smart" inverter.
    By the way: are you running your second system on 12V - why not 24V, as the vehicle voltage?

  • @topup73326
    @topup73326 2 місяці тому

    Hi Mel, bought that 500w inverter and came today. Get an overload buzz, red light for about 10 seconds then starts working. Using a simple under counter fridge in my van. Normally run it off 1000w inverter. Any ideas to shut off the buzzing?

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  2 місяці тому

      I’m not sure I’d send it back mate

    • @chrisb5839
      @chrisb5839 2 місяці тому

      These fridges surge every now and then and pull over 500w for about 30 seconds. This is enough to trip 500w inverters so the 1000w would work better.

    • @topup73326
      @topup73326 2 місяці тому

      It seems to only buzz when the battery is over 97%..(200ah) my 1000w inverter also makes beeping sound on fridge start up. Had it running now for two day. Battery at 99%

  • @FromMetayou
    @FromMetayou 2 місяці тому

    Use a micro timer switch say 15 min in every hour from your existing inverter or a thermally operated switch something like an inkbird ( better suited to converting a small freezer to a fridge ) freezers work better as they are better insulated

    • @Dirt-Diggler
      @Dirt-Diggler 2 місяці тому +2

      Or just use the fridges inbuilt thermostat to switch either a relay or the remote on/off for the inverter 👍

    • @FromMetayou
      @FromMetayou 2 місяці тому +2

      @@Dirt-Diggler 💪👍 up there for thinkin an all that

  • @Defender200tdi
    @Defender200tdi 2 місяці тому

    Hi Mel, just a quick question, are you concerned that fridge might keep you awake at night? Are you going to enclose it and if so what about air flow? No doubt it will chuck out some heat when running.

  • @Michael-m4y
    @Michael-m4y 2 місяці тому

    Hi Mel, I clicked on link and it comes up with a different one not the one you are showing in the video (Invertor)

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  2 місяці тому

      Thank you for letting me know I’ve now removed the link looks like they have sold out and replaced the listing with a different inverter

  • @johnshaw4140
    @johnshaw4140 2 місяці тому

    Mel , you say it's a 500 W inverter , do you not have to check that the refridgerator is a 500 W or less device ??

  • @mickvenables4462
    @mickvenables4462 2 місяці тому

    Hi mel,we enjoyed the vlog as per,I went in the link to buy that inverter but there's no link, could you tell me what make/model it is please,
    pS,will you be raffling off Mary, joking lol, cheers...

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  Місяць тому

      500W Pure Sine Wave Inverter has now sold out!! thank you to everyone for letting me know.
      I'm sure if you do your own research you will find one that is similar.
      But the seller has this 1000w inverter in its place it is a little bit more money but lots of people are asking for a link so here it is
      amzn.to/3yIGKB3

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  Місяць тому

      i am thinking of raffling off Mary

  • @howardatherton3889
    @howardatherton3889 2 місяці тому

    Love that idea Mel. Thanks for posting

  • @TheM6aae
    @TheM6aae День тому

    Hi Mel,
    Where did you get your orange 12v battery from?

  • @carvanlifestyle
    @carvanlifestyle 2 місяці тому +1

    Hi Becks & Mel,
    LOL, I was really hoping to see you both at the Van Festival today. I got my tickets after buying a van for my conversion, but it broke down on the first day. After getting it repaired, it broke down again the first day I picked it up. I ended up returning it for a full refund.
    Then, I bought a second van and started installing windows and heating, making good progress on the conversion. But disaster struck again yesterday when the second van broke down-seems like the handbrake mechanism inside the wheel hub failed. Unfortunately, I couldn't get it fixed in time for today.
    On a positive note, after watching your latest video, I did purchase the fridge you recommended! I'll have to wait until the next show you're attending to catch up with you both. Please get in touch; I'd love to come down and stay with you for a short time.
    All the best to you two, and keep up the great work!

  • @graygoescampin
    @graygoescampin 2 місяці тому

    I want to fit an inverter for a fridge is a 500w all you need for a 240 fridge yeah?

    • @matthewwakeham2206
      @matthewwakeham2206 2 місяці тому

      For long term use you probably want a low frequency inverter (victron etc) and I'd suggest getting 10x the running power of the fridge so if its a 100 watt fridge you want 1000 watt inverter (with victron this would be a 1200VA model). Why 10x the power of the fridge? Because that's what they draw when the compressor kicks in and if the inverter can't handle that it will eventually burn out. Short term occassional use then a cheap inverter will probably do.

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  Місяць тому +1

      500W Pure Sine Wave Inverter has now sold out!! thank you to everyone for letting me know.
      I'm sure if you do your own research you will find one that is similar.
      But the seller has this 1000w inverter in its place it is a little bit more money but lots of people are asking for a link so here it is
      amzn.to/3yIGKB3

  • @brock501
    @brock501 2 місяці тому

    Thankyou Mel , You have just saved me a lot of bother

  • @denisecafferky2248
    @denisecafferky2248 2 місяці тому +1

    Genius 👍

  • @kelv651
    @kelv651 2 місяці тому

    Hi mel where did u get that big battery from ? How much did it cost

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  Місяць тому

      hopefully this works creabest.co.uk/products/lifepo4-battery-12v-200ah-for-campervan-rv-solar?currency=GBP&variant=47142904103246&Google%20Shopping&stkn=654eb0b33d09&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjw9vqyBhCKARIsAIIcLMG36NzNwLDlt319a4vP1r9tDvMIsoeUSa_H9ZhKUk8BeRDjFjGt07YaAgzIEALw_wcB

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  Місяць тому

      it's a really good battery i have been using it for all my experiments

  • @FunnyDodoBird-be5ob
    @FunnyDodoBird-be5ob Місяць тому +1

    Does anyone know if a peugeot boxer L3L2 is the right hight for a legal camper conversion thanks to anyone that can help

  • @ddjc862
    @ddjc862 2 місяці тому

    Whats the name or make of inverter so i can try and find one?

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  Місяць тому

      500W Pure Sine Wave Inverter has now sold out!! thank you to everyone for letting me know.
      I'm sure if you do your own research you will find one that is similar.
      But the seller has this 1000w inverter in its place it is a little bit more money but lots of people are asking for a link so here it is
      amzn.to/3yIGKB3

  • @helendevlin638
    @helendevlin638 Місяць тому +1

    Get on with it lol 😂

  • @mentalneil
    @mentalneil 2 місяці тому

    Many thanks for sharing this hack mel, not that I need it in my new caravan

  • @stopneverstop
    @stopneverstop Місяць тому

    load sensing

  • @nigelwood8007
    @nigelwood8007 2 місяці тому

    One of the best chanel good info 😅

  • @After909
    @After909 Місяць тому +2

    15 minutes video just to plug a fridge into a inverter I thought you was going to fit a step up transformer

  • @WagnerGimenes
    @WagnerGimenes 2 місяці тому

    This is absolutely brilliant, Mel. How come more people haven't thought of this or is more widely discussed?

    • @craster_van_kippers
      @craster_van_kippers 2 місяці тому +3

      Hi there. I’ve been running one for 5 years. An initial more complicated setup had now been simplified enormously to run a fridge freezer. When the unit is cool enough it all shuts down and draws zero power.

    • @WagnerGimenes
      @WagnerGimenes 2 місяці тому +1

      @@Dirt-Diggler Thanks for letting me know I haven't yet watched the whole of the Internet. Must get on with it. Sorry to interrupt your day.

    • @WagnerGimenes
      @WagnerGimenes 2 місяці тому +1

      @@craster_van_kippers I had not seen this solution before. The only thing I've read before was that residential fridges are not as well insulated as marine/caravan/motorhome ones, but that's as far as I saw. That inverter solution sounds pretty sweet. Thanks for your comment.

    • @vanscran1672
      @vanscran1672 2 місяці тому +1

      You're better off buying a compressor 12v portable fridge, my one uses 45 Watts intermittently, and costs about £170. It works really well and no converting needed 🤔🤔🤔🤔😀😀😀

    • @WagnerGimenes
      @WagnerGimenes 2 місяці тому

      @@vanscran1672 What capacity? Mel's is 120 L, which I think is ideal.

  • @fraserhardmetal7143
    @fraserhardmetal7143 2 місяці тому +1

    Saw the thumbnail and immediately thought back to Mel's explosive 12v TV conversion - good to see all ends well.

    • @Dirt-Diggler
      @Dirt-Diggler 2 місяці тому

      Yeah that was a waste of a TV 😂 if only he'd checked which pin was negative BEFORE applying the power 😞

  • @jasoncooper5960
    @jasoncooper5960 2 місяці тому +1

    Where did you get that battery from?

  • @kraftyrise3490
    @kraftyrise3490 2 місяці тому +18

    Ah mel a bit disappointed you didn't actually convert anything just added an inverter 🤣 i though you had found a 12v compressor kit of some sort

    • @Theonebaddude
      @Theonebaddude 2 місяці тому +11

      I’m a bit disappointed too. Unless I’m mistaken the fridge is still running on household current that’s supplied from a ‘smart’ inverter that pretty much doesn’t draw power until the fridge cycles on. The thumbnail made it seem like you were going to actually convert the fridge to run on 12 volt. Feels like you promised steak then served salad.

    • @mentalneil
      @mentalneil 2 місяці тому +1

      Is it not running on a 12v battery ????

    • @Theonebaddude
      @Theonebaddude 2 місяці тому +5

      @@mentalneil the battery is 12 volt but the inverter boosts the voltage to household current (240 or 110 depending on what part of the world you’re in) so what is actually delivered to the fridge is 240 volt not 12, so the fridge is still running on 240 volts and there has been no conversion.

    • @tonydean1262
      @tonydean1262 2 місяці тому +1

      But it's not any inverter it's an inverter that didn't need any work and it's not constantly using up the battery like a normal untampered inverter does

    • @tonydean1262
      @tonydean1262 2 місяці тому +1

      Been waiting for this and I'm pleased it's as easy as that still saved me £535 so I'm happy with that thanks Mel

  • @TimH123
    @TimH123 Місяць тому

    Actually, it looks like you live in a shed, in a campervan 😊

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  Місяць тому

      Not quite i actually work in a chicken shed on a camper van or as the DVLA would say a van with windows 😂👍

  • @sashadog58
    @sashadog58 2 місяці тому +1

    For fuck sake you would think some commenters where paying to watch you videos,and you somehow Duped them.
    MEL you can please some of the people some of the time but you cant please all of the people all of the time..
    I think you should give them all of the money back,that thry didnt give you.
    Love your channell.

  • @leanhoneyjd
    @leanhoneyjd 2 місяці тому

    But doesn't your Bluetti do this already?

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  Місяць тому

      it could do but only in the summer

    • @leanhoneyjd
      @leanhoneyjd Місяць тому

      @@BigVanSmallWorld I mean doesn't the bluetti do the same as the proposed inverter or does the bluetti drain the battery when not in use?

  • @richardhewitt.easyvanlife.6957
    @richardhewitt.easyvanlife.6957 2 місяці тому +1

    So I’m sitting here with solder iron, lots of wires, transistors,an assortment of screwdrivers. Electricity meter. And you cheated. Well done Mel.

  • @jameswhelan83
    @jameswhelan83 2 місяці тому

    forgeting that 240v using more watts than 12v

  • @daveboxer8486
    @daveboxer8486 2 місяці тому +1

    I always thought Mel was better than click bait titles for video's, There are so many fake youtubers out there now looking for quick fame and fortune that I only watch Mel and a few others but after this I think I will stop watching them all, Bye Mel it was good for a while but I'm just feeling used right now to get you your views rather than how you once did things.

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  Місяць тому

      i really can't see what is wrong with my title or thumbnail ?

    • @daveboxer8486
      @daveboxer8486 Місяць тому

      @@BigVanSmallWorld I can't myself I just wanted to be troll of week 😂 Can't lose you Mel your a star

  • @hairadditions
    @hairadditions 2 місяці тому

    Feel a bit pi$$ed off. Bought a compressor fridge last year for £1300. Ouch.. wish I knew this then. But thanks for the video.

  • @hanslaro917
    @hanslaro917 2 місяці тому +1

    The amazon link leads to a 1000 watt inverter for 99 pounds..... 🤪

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  2 місяці тому

      Thank you for letting me know I’ve now removed the link looks like they have sold out and replaced the listing with a different inverter

  • @stephenwalford774
    @stephenwalford774 2 місяці тому +3

    Like we all been doing 1:31 for years..pure wave inverter,small fridge.works no probs..Title is wrong..nothing converted.

    • @SACREDTRAVELLER
      @SACREDTRAVELLER 2 місяці тому

      Title creates clicks for UA-cam video to work = successful. This is what the UA-cam platform demands when it’s your job and you create content for a living.

    • @stephenwalford774
      @stephenwalford774 2 місяці тому

      @@SACREDTRAVELLER so you see a title for brick laying and its one for cooking ..that ok with you..follow like a sheep ..cool vid but just click bait none sense to get more pennies..wrong world we live in

  • @nigelwood8007
    @nigelwood8007 2 місяці тому

    Sald out

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  2 місяці тому

      Thank you for letting me know I’ve now removed the link looks like they have sold out and replaced the listing with a different inverter

  • @jartotable
    @jartotable Місяць тому

    What a lot of old moaners in this comment section! 😂

  • @bettyourcampervan
    @bettyourcampervan 2 місяці тому

    Hi Mel, i do enjoy your videos but am a bit disappointed with this one......the click bait used was very misleading! I use a 240v table top fridge through my inverter in Betty and was looking at you coming up with an alternative option based on the click bait! People watch you because of you and not because of click bait 🤔

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  2 місяці тому +1

      Thank you I didn’t realise that it would be Sean as click bait I was just trying to make the video rank in search 👀 was not my intention to make it miss leading

    • @bettyourcampervan
      @bettyourcampervan 2 місяці тому

      @@BigVanSmallWorld i know 👍

  • @mickducati1947
    @mickducati1947 2 місяці тому

    WTF is a fermostat do you mean thermostat 🤷‍♂

    • @johnshaw4140
      @johnshaw4140 2 місяці тому +2

      there's always one clever thucker

    • @mickducati1947
      @mickducati1947 2 місяці тому

      @@johnshaw4140 you must be as fick as him or is it thick 🙄

    • @NomaddUK
      @NomaddUK 2 місяці тому

      @@johnshaw4140 Maybe he finks he is clether.

    • @deeeeeeeench1209
      @deeeeeeeench1209 2 місяці тому

      @@NomaddUK ohh god

    • @BigVanSmallWorld
      @BigVanSmallWorld  2 місяці тому

      Haha 😝

  • @richardsracingmad
    @richardsracingmad 2 місяці тому +2

    A domestic fridge will not last long. Not a bargain.
    1. The copper pipe runs are much longer in a domestic fridge, which is bad news for you….the pipes will rub bend from going down the road, bumps, and will rub and split. Thinner pipes.
    2. The compressor is on longer internal springs for quiteness, bad news is, it will shake of the springs
    3. Let’s do a review again in 6 months, providing that u are not still parked where you are, and you have actually used it as a camper van fridge, not as a mobile home fridge.
    It won’t be for ultimate van life adventures, that’s for sure

  • @keswickadventure
    @keswickadventure Місяць тому

    You do know you did say ‘CONVERT A 240v FRIDGE’ don’t you??? 🤣. You just plugged it into an inverter - that’s taking clickbait to the next level mate 🙄🙄🙄

  • @Terry-zs4ir
    @Terry-zs4ir 2 місяці тому

    lol what’s the point every person knows this!

  • @fenceup07944931177
    @fenceup07944931177 2 місяці тому +1

    Not exactly converted the fridge to run off 12v, like the title suggests. But an interesting inverter never the less.

    • @craigsmith8495
      @craigsmith8495 2 місяці тому

      but yet theres no link to an inverter even if its sold out so im also abit peeeved