Dometic to Launch Fridge/Freezer at IBEX
Dometic CRX Fridge/Freezer
Dometic Marine, a division of Dometic Group, announced it will launch the Dometic CRX Refrigerator/Freezer, a durable built-in refrigerator for boats, at the International Boatbuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX), Sept. 15-17 in Louisville, Ky.
The Dometic CRX is reportedly the first marine refrigerator with a patented, easy slide-out removable freezer compartment which transforms the unit into a larger capacity refrigerator-only, or a freezer-only unit. The CRX also has the first and only flush-mount electronic thermostat control panel, located on the interior side wall where users can easily reach it. In addition, a powerful three-speed variable compressor automatically adjusts for optimum performance and noise reduction.
“The CRX is a great new amenity for boaters, allowing them to choose whether they’d like to use it as a fridge/freezer, just a refrigerator, or just a freezer, with temperatures as low as 17°F,” said Ed Todd, Director of National OEM Sales at Dometic Marine. “The easy-slide freezer compartment has no moving parts, and is simple to remove or put back, with no tools required. Boaters can raise or lower the temperature to suit their needs, using flat, space-saving soft-touch controls.”
The fridge/freezer is available in three sizes: the 45-liter CRX-50, 57-liter CRX-65, and 78-liter CRX-80. The CRX’s sleek, modern style includes a recessed, full-width door handle.
The unit’s workings include Dometic’s most advanced refrigeration technology, with a powerful three-speed variable compressor, the manufacturer said. At start-up, the compressor runs at mid speed, switches to high speed for temperature pull down, then runs at a quiet low speed while maintaining the set point. The unit also has an ice-pick protected evaporator.
A flush-mount, flat control panel features the soft-touch temperature controls, on/off switch, and bright LED lamp triggered by a reliable infrared sensor. An error indicator LED flashes system diagnostic codes so owners can easily troubleshoot issues. The flat control panel allows for more usable storage space.
The CRX’s cooling system is enhanced with a tube and fin condenser that provides greater performance, durability, and corrosion resistance over the traditional wire condenser. A large fan provides better cooling performance, especially in conditions with high ambient temperatures.
The CRX is extra-durable due to its low-vibration design. It has assured clearance between components and tubing, and a foamed mounting plate gives all components a solid and quiet mounting base.
