Date:         Tue, 27 Nov 2001 19:02:18 -0800
Reply-To:     Aristotle Sagan <killer_jupiter@HOTMAIL.COM>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         Aristotle Sagan <killer_jupiter@HOTMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: Another Electric Blanket Option .. although not cheap
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Good idea except for two things...
1.) Trucks run all the time. Hence current draw is not an issue. It would be
an issue in a van.
2.) Electric blankets lose very little heat if they are place under another
blanket. Like my 1979 era Alpacan Wool blanket that kept me warm in an
unheated house in Ohio when it was -15F.


tim (next door in san jose ca)


>Folks,
>
>Marshall recently posted a great idea ... using a
>"12V Elect Blanket" in our beloved Vans.
>
>I wanted to share a similar second option for
>consideration. Although, I'll tell you right up front,
>the purchase price isn't cheap.
>
>I recently installed a similar product used in the
>trucking industry. Rather than a blanket that goes
>on top of you, its a pad that goes on top of your
>mattress.
>
>ElectroWarmth® Bunk Warmers
>
>The manufacturer developed and built the first
>12 volt Bunk Warming Pad for trucks 20 years
>ago
>
>The on the mattress system puts all the heat in the
>bed. For maximum efficiency and comfort, the heat
>needs to be underneath you. Electric blankets are
>not as effective since they lose half the heat directly
>into the air.
>
>Plugs into the lighter socket. Pre-warms bunk and gets
>rid of dampness. Automatic Comfort Control thermostat
>regulates heat based upon the setting you select (1 - 7).
>It adjusts the heat in the bunk for any change in van
>temperature. As the van cools, it supplies just the right
>amount of extra heat to keep you comfortable.
>
>Highly Efficient - the "on the mattress" system with
>automatic Comfort Control converts 98% of the battery
>power consumed to heat. Average current usage is
>about 3 amps. ElectroWarmth® Bunk Warmers do not
>cause battery or starting problems.
>
>Since rated amperage listed is maximum if it is on 100%
>of the time, the average load on the battery system is
>50% or less of rated amperage
>
>Model T42  Size 42" x 60" /  12 Volt / 80 Rated Watts /
>Average Amps 6.67 .... Price $82.50
>
>http://www.electrowarmth.com/
>
>Usual disclaimer .... no connection or financial
>interest in this company or product.
>
>lchase 85Westy
>Campbell, CA


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