DC Fridge DIY Kit CU85 + VD08 180/55L

$1,393.00

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Description

The DC Fridge CU85 + VD08 is a DIY refrigeration kit for a 180L fridge or 55L freezer, pairing a cooling unit with an evaporator plate for boats, caravans and RVs.

This Dometic Cold Machine DIY Kit is made up of the CU-85 cooling unit, VD-08 angle evaporator, and digital thermostat.

CHECK STOCK BEFORE ORDERING AS CHANGES ARE BEING MADE TO THIS LINE

NOTE: THIS KIT CAN BE CHANGED TO A MECHANICAL THERMOSTAT IF REQUIRED

Specifications

Voltage	12V
Model / SKU	CU-85 / 9105306598
Product Type	Cooling unit (compressor)
CO₂ Equivalent	~0.064 t
Model / SKU	VD-08 / 9105306607
Compatible With	Series 80 cooling units (CU-84, CU-85, CU-86)
Voltage	12 V / 24 V DC
Power Input	~60 W
Refrigerant Type	R134a (pre-charged, 15 g)
Features	Angle evaporator design, external thermostat with LED indicator, self-sealing valve couplings

Voltage: 12 V / 24 V DC
Rated Input Power (DC): ~45 W
Refrigerant: R134a (contains fluorinated greenhouse gases; GWP 1430)
Refrigerant Amount: ~45 g
Cooling Capacity: Up to 180 L (refrigeration) or 55 L (freezer with direct evaporator)
Dimensions (W × H × D): 220 × 160 × 220 mm
Net Weight: ~6 kg
Climate Class: T (EN 62552)

Cooling Capacity: up to ~180 L
Dimensions (W × H × D): 465 × 270 × 360 mm
Weight: ~2 kg

Dometic ColdMachine CU-85 – Cooling Unit (SKU 9105306598)

A versatile compressor-based cooling unit that serves as the heart of custom refrigeration solutions for marine, RV, van conversion, and off-grid projects. Designed for reliable performance and flexible compatibility with a range of evaporators, the CU-85 delivers professional-grade cooling in a compact package.

Dometic ColdMachine VD-08 – Angle Evaporator

A corner-style evaporator designed to pair with Series 80 units like the CU-84. The VD-08 is suitable for fridge compartments up to roughly 180 L and can be mounted vertically or horizontally. It includes an adjustable external thermostat and pre-charged refrigerant for simplified setup.