Domestic Cold Machine DIY Kit CU-96 + VD-21 | 400L Fridge or 140 Freezer

This Domestic Cold Machine  DIY Kit is made up of the CU-96 cooling unit, VD-21 plate evaporator, and digital thermostat.

Dometic ColdMachine CU-96 – Cooling Unit (SKU 9105306602)

The Dometic ColdMachine CU-96 is a high-capacity compressor cooling unit engineered for large custom refrigeration builds — perfect for extra-large fridge or freezer projects in boats, RVs, vans, and off-grid applications. With its robust design and versatile power options, it delivers reliable cooling performance where you need it most.

Specifications:

• Model / SKU: CU-96 / 9105306602
• Product Type: Cooling unit (compressor)
• Voltage: 12 V / 24 V DC
• Rated Input Power: ~60 W DC (varies with evaporator type)
• Refrigerant Type: R134a (pre-charged, ~60 g)
• Global Warming Potential (GWP): ~1430; CO₂ Equivalent: ~0.086 t
• Cooling Capacity:
• Up to 400 L normal refrigeration
• ~200 L deep freezing (with suitable evaporator)
• Dimensions (W × H × D): 220 × 230 × 177 mm
• Weight: ~6.5 kg
• Climate Class: T (EN 62552) for tropical environments
• Mounting: Floor or bulkhead with stainless-steel plate
  
  
  

Dometic ColdMachine VD-21 – Plate Evaporator (SKU 9105306615)

The Dometic ColdMachine VD-21 is a large-format plate evaporator built for use with Series 90 cooling units like the CU-94, delivering high-quality cooling and deep-freeze capability in chest or custom fridge builds.

Specifications:

• Model / SKU: VD-21 / 9105306615
• Type: Plate evaporator for Series 90 cooling units
• Voltage: 12 V / 24 V DC
• Cooling Capacity:
• Up to ~300 L (normal refrigeration)
• Up to ~150 L (deep freezing)
• Refrigerant: R134a (contains fluorinated greenhouse gases)
• Refrigerant Quantity: ~100 g
• Global Warming Potential (GWP): ~1430
• CO₂ Equivalent: ~0.143 t
• Dimensions (L × H × D): 1373 × 305 × 10 mm
• Net Weight: ~4 kg
• Climate Class: T (EN 62552)