If we assume 95f outside and 75f inside and the well insulated van described above with the internal gains used above and parked in the shade.
External ac unit for vans.
This is the same size unit as the mach 15 so they can be replaced or swapped easily.
For a 13 500 unit it delivers great cooling power and with the heater element attached it will warm your rv very effectively.
However it will get the job done for a reasonable price.
Use an efficient ac unit.
Electric 12v 24v parking truck air conditioner for truck van special vehicle introduction direct current dc 24v electric air conditioner also called parking air conditioning parking cooler truck sleeper was designed for customer who want to use an electric compressor driven by dc battery when the engine is turn off.
Then the steady state cooling need is about 3000 btu hr.
Runs between 1 000 and 1 500.
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V 220 series optimal for small insulated vans or compartmental applications.
B 100 ideal for small trucks and delivery vans in fresh applications.
As all these things are required for a compressor evaporation a c unit to function and they can be considered external to the unit.
This unit has 9 000 btu which can effectively cool and ventilate areas measuring about 300 square feet to 400 square feet.
It can also function as a vent fan or a dehumidifier.
Before going all in on an a van air conditioner you should start with the basics.
Nonetheless many van dwellers use and even prefer swamp coolers over other types.
Insulate the van well.
A big downside to this ac unit is it takes up a ton of space in your van.
The ac unit will fit into the standard 14 14 inch roof opening so need to start cutting the roof open.
Have a large battery pack and solar array.
Direct drive units for trucks and vans.
The honeywell portable rv air conditioning appliance is a high quality and powerful ac unit.