Date:         Tue, 20 Sep 2011 18:05:00 -0400
Reply-To:     Ian Allan <ian.allan@BMTS.COM>
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From:         Ian Allan <ian.allan@BMTS.COM>
Subject:      Re: Vitrifrigo/Truck Fridge power usage
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I have seen current draw claims, particularly in marine electronic
devices such as autopilots and refrigeration systems that are based on
duty cycle assumptions. For example a 4 amp draw with a 75% duty cycle
becomes a 3 amp. (average) draw if measured over an hour or some
protracted length of time. Also in the case of refrigeration I think
that the start-up current will always be higher that the run current.

Rocket, did you see that? A Therapist!
:-)

Ian Allan

86 Syncro
85 Westfalia/Bostig
84 Westfalia
02 Jetta 1.8t

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