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Therefore, answering the question of \u201cHow many watts does a RV refrigerator use?\u201d becomes important to RVers.Indeed, many RV owners will turn off their fridges overnight to save power rather than leave them on. This is not always necessary when ensuring your RV has sufficient power for your needs.            Table of Contents                                    show                                                RV Refrigerators vs. Residential Refrigerators                            RV Refrigerators                            Residential Refrigerators                            How Many Watts Does a RV Refrigerator Use?                            How Many Watts Does a Dometic RV Fridge Use?                            Calculating and Converting Power Needs for an RV Fridge                            How to Think About Wattage and Power Consumption                            Size Matters with Refrigerators                            FAQ                            How Many Watts Does a Camping Fridge Use?                            How Many Watts Does a 12V Fridge Use?                            Closing Thoughts                            Related Articles        RV Refrigerators vs. Residential RefrigeratorsThe RV market is currently divided between RV refrigerators and residential refrigerators used in a motorhome.RV RefrigeratorsA standard RV refrigerator is included with the motorhome as part of its factory specification. Conveniently, it doesn\u2019t have moving parts because it uses a process called absorption.Also, it relies on a mix of hydrogen gas, warmth, and ammonia to function. The lack of moving parts helps it survive bumpy roads too.Residential RefrigeratorsThe so-called residential refrigerators either rely exclusively on 120-volt power sources or they\u2019re two-way or three-way models.In the first case, these require a household power source in AC. That\u2019ll need to come from an RV inverter or an inverter generator to get the right kind of power.In the second case, the two-way or three-way fridges are run by propane gas, 12V, and 110V power sources. These types of refrigerators recently gained popularity for dry camping (boondocking) due to their flexibility in different situations.   How Many Watts Does a RV Refrigerator Use?To figure out how many watts an RV fridge uses, the RV refrigerator wattage is split between starting watts and regular watts:Starting Watts \u2013 When first turning on an appliance, it consumes a substantially higher number of watts (and amps) than it\u2019ll require later. This is true of most appliances, but also vehicle engines too. For instance, starter batteries provide high cold cranking amps to deliver a jolt of initial power to start the engine. An RV refrigerator needs more watts initially too.Regular Watts \u2013 Regular watts (and amps) are the more typical usage pattern for an appliance. This is where the watts and amps consumed per hour of operation are lower.To summarize, when turning on an RV fridge, it uses an initial burst of power, and less once up and running. This is also true once the refrigerated compartments and\/or the frozen compartment have reached their intended temperatures. At this stage, the refrigerator requires far less energy to remain at this temperature level.How Many Watts Does a Dometic RV Fridge Use?In the first instance, the Dometic RV refrigerator manual should provide energy consumption estimates, including the watts and amps, for that model.Product manuals need to be Google\u2019d and downloaded. Few products come with printed manuals now.The watts and amps usage is broken down by different activities. Bear in mind that refrigerator size dramatically changes the estimated energy consumption.Here\u2019s a general guide for Dometic RV fridges (or other RV refrigerators) with a double-door running on a 110V\/120V system:Starting Up: To get up and running, a large RV refrigerator may require upwards of 1,000 watts from a 110V system. Therefore, the generator and power system need to reach this level of sustained wattage output to get the fridge operational after it\u2019s been turned off. From an amperage standpoint, upwards of 10 amps is often required.Running: Once past the initial starting-up phase, a larger RV fridge may consume up to 300 watts or as little as 120 watts for smaller models. In amperage, around 5 amps, or less is needed.Defrosting: The defrosting process, where the fridge follows a programmed operation, has far lower power requirements. Here under 100 watts is required and perhaps a couple of amps.Calculating and Converting Power Needs for an RV FridgeWhile electricity is a confusing subject, it is possible to convert between different measurements. This is beneficial when a product manual gives one bit of information, or you find something online and you need to convert it. When doing so, you\u2019ll be comparing apples to apples, rather than talking in cross-purposes. If you want to know the watts, but only have volts and amps, then the formula below confirms how to discover the watts:Volts x Amps = WattsThe volts are determined by whether you\u2019re using household power, which is 110V\/120V, or house batteries in an RV, in which case it\u2019s 12V. So, that part is simple.If you\u2019re coming up short on power availability, consider upgrading your generator to make up the slack. In a pinch, the Honda Power Equipment 3,000W 120V EU3000IS keeps your refrigerator running. Also, it\u2019ll recharge 12V battery packs if you haven\u2019t driven much and they need a top-up:https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pvjUXMFlCQ4&pp=ygUhSG9uZGEgUG93ZXIgRXF1aXBtZW50IEVVMzAwMElTMUFOVideo can\u2019t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Honda EU3000IS Portable Generator: Power RVs, Food Trucks, Campsites, Tailgate Parties & More (https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pvjUXMFlCQ4&pp=ygUhSG9uZGEgUG93ZXIgRXF1aXBtZW50IEVVMzAwMElTMUFO)Honda Power Equipment 3,000W 120V Portable Home Gas Power Generator (Model EU3000IS1AN)Check at Amazon\u24d8 If you click this link and make a purchase, we earn a commission at no additional cost to you.Read Also: How Long Will A 12 Volt Battery Run a Refrigerator?How to Think About Wattage and Power ConsumptionWith wattage calculations, it\u2019s not just about how many watts are used. Your power availability needs to provide more than the wattage required when first turning on the refrigerator. It must support the wattage power requirements during the total running time, too.As such, your generator supplying 110V power needs to provide enough watts to deliver what a refrigerator requires.Providing some flexibility with the energy source is another reason why more people opt for a three-way refrigerator.Low on propane? Switch to generator power to keep the fridge operational.Low on fuel for the genie or need to maintain a low noise profile? Use the 12V house batteries to keep the refrigerator running overnight to not disturb your boondocking neighbors.https:\/\/youtu.be\/NZ7_VrBKbSoVideo can\u2019t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: RV Refrigerator Power Usage (https:\/\/youtu.be\/NZ7_VrBKbSo)Size Matters with RefrigeratorsSmaller refrigerators consume much less power than larger ones. Smaller fridges fit under a counter or slide under a bed frame.People with a diesel pusher (Class A) or pulling a fifth wheel often have larger families and need a bigger fridge. However, if you\u2019re in a smaller rig and\/or have fewer people to feed, then it\u2019s worth considering using a smaller refrigerator.Also, do you worry about power consumption and its availability? Or are you often away from RV campgrounds for chunks of time? A three-way or at least a two-way refrigerator offers greater flexibility to keep food and drinks cold whatever your situation.Here\u2019s a good example of a compact, three-way refrigerator for an RV:https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=lSfF4tG4b_w&pp=ygUTMyB3YXkgcmVmcmlnZXJhdG9ycw%3D%3DVideo can\u2019t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: HOW DOES A 3-WAY CAMPER FRIDGE WORK? Magic, Voodoo or Chemistry? Absorbtion Fridge in your Camper. (https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=lSfF4tG4b_w&pp=ygUTMyB3YXkgcmVmcmlnZXJhdG9ycw%3D%3D)Smad 3 Way Refrigerator 12v Fridge for RV. AC\/DC\/LPG. 55 Qt. BlackCheck at Amazon\u24d8 If you click this link and make a purchase, we earn a commission at no additional cost to you.Read Also: How to Keep RV Fridge Cold While Driving?FAQHow Many Watts Does a Camping Fridge Use?One of the smallest fridges is a camping fridge. These are compact enough to use much less energy for both the starting-up phase and ongoing use.They\u2019re also an excellent upgrade from an icebox. The modest icebox is fine for a day but will gradually lose its effectiveness when dry camping for longer.The smallest camping fridges may only require 150 starting watts and then run on 50 or fewer watts once they\u2019ve reached their optimal internal temperature.The Dometic CFX3 is a good example of a portable camping refrigerator with a convenient lift-up lid as a space saver:https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=xonSq5z21Vo&pp=ygUPZG9tZXRpYyBjZngzIDQ1Video can\u2019t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Dometic CFX3 45 Compressor Cool Box | Review (https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=xonSq5z21Vo&pp=ygUPZG9tZXRpYyBjZngzIDQ1)Dometic CFX3 \u2014 45-Liter Portable Refrigerator & Freezer. Powered by AC\/DC Electricity or SolarCheck at Amazon\u24d8 If you click this link and make a purchase, we earn a commission at no additional cost to you.How Many Watts Does a 12V Fridge Use?The 12v RV fridge power consumption is highly favorable.Instead of relying on 110V power, using the house batteries alone to run your fridge removes the headache. With that said, 12V refrigerators often are considerably more expensive than 110V fridge models. So, you pay more upfront but save money during the full ownership period.The smallest 12V refrigerators might only need upwards of 110 watts to operate. They\u2019ll still require a few hundred watts to get the fridge going though. But it\u2019s still much less than other alternatives.Closing ThoughtsA well-conceived energy plan requires a realistic assessment of the watts required by a reliable RV refrigerator. After all, you\u2019ll be powering other appliances at 110V and a few from the 12V house batteries too. 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