This case study aims to demonstrate how the Secop BD Nano compressor, integrated into the Vitrifrigo C51i HP refrigerator, successfully addresses key challenges for recreational vehicle (RV) users during off-grid camping. In particular, the analysis will focus on three fundamental aspects: cooling speed, performance, and noise level.
The refrigerator tested is the Vitrifrigo C51i HP (High Performance). It features a total capacity of 51 liters and a 3.6-liter freezer compartment. The door has an innovative design that is scratch and fingerprint-resistant, contributing to an elegant and practical appearance. The finishing panel is extremely thin (from 0.8 mm to 3.0 mm), allowing for a seamless integration effect. Installation is easy and secure.
Minimizing battery consumption
Reducing cooling time
Increasing quietness
Compact Design: It is the smallest compressor on the market, only 93 mm high and weighing 1.5 kg, a reduction of approximately 3 kg compared to other compressors
Performance: Cooling capacity up to 68 W and an efficiency of 1.54 W/W (ASHRAE LBP). It operates reliably in all ambient temperatures, including tropical conditions
Low Vibration and Noise: The compressor is designed to operate quietly (-6dB/A). Vibrations are minimal, ensuring a comfortable and disturbance-free user experience
Reduced Dimensions and Lower Overall Weight: Maximization of the fridge's internal capacity and significant reduction of the load on the vehicle
Energy Efficiency: Low energy consumption, preserving battery charge and minimizing the impact on vehicle autonomy; the system is designed for efficient and sustainable operation, even on long journeys
Low Vibration and Noise (-6 dB/A): The application offers noise and vibration levels lower than those of a normal fan
Maintenance-Free Operation: Compressor refrigeration systems guarantee long-term operation without special interventions, similar to domestic appliances
Eco-friendly Refrigerant: Uses R600a, a natural gas with low environmental impact, contributing to greener and more sustainable refrigeration
Tropical Class T Certification: Guarantees optimal performance even in extreme climatic conditions (+16 °C to +43 °C), maintaining 4 °C inside and ensuring stable refrigeration in any climate
Two-Star Freezer Compartment: Equipped with a freezing capacity down to -12 °C
Vitrifrigo is a significant Italian company operating in the refrigeration sector. Founded in 1978 in Montecchio. Giorgio Biggiogero, Sales and Marketing Manager at Vitrifrigo:
This case study highlights how fundamental it is to make conscious purchasing decisions, especially for 'hidden' but crucial components like the refrigerator and its compressor. Choosing cutting-edge solutions like the Vitrifrigo C51i HP, equipped with the Secop BD Nano compressor, places the product at the top of its category for cooling performance, energy efficiency, quietness, and weight. The union of these two elements generates high added value for the end user, making holiday periods more comfortable.
78 Wh / 24 h
Four probes were placed at different points inside the refrigerator: one in the freezer compartment and three in the refrigerator section, from top to bottom.
Freezer Compartment Test Results: With an external temperature of approximately 40 °C, the freezer compartment reaches its ideal temperature of about -12 °C in less than two hours and remains stable
Refrigerator Test Results: With an external temperature of approximately 40 °C, the refrigerator reaches an internal temperature of 10 °C in less than an hour and then reaches 0 °C in less than two hours; the temperature remains homogeneous in all parts of the refrigerator; therefore, the temperature is the same on both the lower and upper shelves
