A Closer Look at Gas and Propane Refrigerators

Whether you have a boat, RV, or live “off the grid,” chances are you have a gas- or propane-powered refrigerator. Gas and propane refrigerators are interesting for many reasons, like the fact that they have no moving parts and use heat to produce cold. If you rely on a gas or propane refrigerator for recreational or everyday purposes, read this brief guide for a closer look at these innovative products. And make sure you schedule propane delivery in Tucson with Barnett’s Propane to ensure your refrigerator has enough fuel to keep your food and beverages cold.

How Gas and Propane Refrigerators Work

Gas and propane refrigerators use ammonia as the coolant. Heat is applied to an ammonia and water solution in the generator. After the solution reaches its boiling point, it flows into the separator where the ammonia gas is diverted upwards into the condenser and is turned into liquid ammonia. This liquid ammonia flows to the evaporator where it mixes with hydrogen gas and evaporates, producing cold temperatures inside the refrigerator. This ammonia cycle repeats itself over and over again to keep the refrigerator at a desired temperature.

Benefits of Gas and Propane Refrigerators

Because gas and propane refrigerators require no electricity, they can continue to keep food supplies and medications cold during lengthy power disruptions causes by natural disasters and rolling blackouts. If you live partially off-grid, having a backup gas or propane refrigerator will allow you to safely store food and medication until power is restored. The other benefit of having a gas or propane refrigerator is that the lack of moving parts inside the refrigerator means fewer repairs and lower likelihood of needing sudden, urgent replacement.

If you run propane appliances, Barnett’s Propane can provide you with all the fuel you need to avoid disruptions in your normal routine. In addition to our propane delivery services, we also have three conveniently located bottle fill locations. For additional information about our propane services in Tucson, call us at (520) 628-8525.