Choose a Diesel APU or Electric APU for Your Fleet?
Auxiliary power units allow truck drivers to have climate control for their sleepers without needing to idle the truck engine, but fleets that elect to add APUs to the cab must decide how those APUs will be powered- by a small diesel engine or by batteries.
According to some fleet who have used diesel APUs, the maintenance costs were too high, and they have to find enough space to install the compressor.
There are also some different brands of electric APU whose batteries didn't last long enough to keep the air conditioning going for the full 10 hours. When that happens, the drivers understandably get upset.
The biggest payback from the APU is reducing idle time on the engine, because this saves fuel costs, it reduces engine wear and it saves on diesel particulate filter aftertreatment costs. It's not just about the fuel that is saved by reduced idling. It can keep the drivers comfortable in markets where it's hot and humid. The main reason for the APU is so that our drivers can have air conditioning for their breaks in hot weather without needing to idle their engines.
Using the APU to avoid idling brings three benefits. One is that not idling is better for the environment, two is that we save on fuel costs and three is that we extend the life of our exhaust aftertreatment system.
Another factor that influence Fleets turn to APUs is to comply with state and federal rules that govern idling and emissions. A variety of anti-idling laws are in place around the United States that restrict how long a truck may idle. The goal of these regulations is to reduce greenhouse gas and particulate matter emissions.
Corunclima truck sleeper air conditioner K20BS2
This model is designed mainly for sleeper cabs of trucks or trailers. It can still work through the auxiliary batteries when truck is parking. As there is no need to rely on the power of the vehicle engine, it is fuel saving and environmentally friendly, besides, we have met EPA SmartWay standard and anti-idling laws, choosing our apu units can save more for your fleet.
Model | K20BS2 |
Cooling Capacity | 2.8KW/9500BTU |
Voltage | DC12V/24V |
Current | 46A(12V) 28A(24V) |
Air Flow Volume of Evaporator | 750M³/H |
Compressor | Totally-enclosed, DC-powered, direct connection brushless motor |
Controller | Digital/Manual |
Refrigerant | R134A |
Installation | Condenser back-mounted, evaporator inside |
Bunk heater | Optional |
Applying | Heavy-duty vehicles and machinery with 12V/24V power. |
Advantage:
1) Pure DC electrical system
2) Zero Emission
3) Reduce operate cost
4) Fast cooling
5) Easy Installation
6) Lower maintenance for most Key parts of Top brand.
Now, we are the largest cooling capacity, most durable and top brand of exporting in the Full DC electric air conditioner. We have built trustful cooperation relationship with Lala Group, Frio-Express, Gonzalez Trucking and other international trucks. Our electric aircons have occupied a significant share in North American market because of low budget, efficient performance, durable quality and fast delivery.
Now we are looking for dealers worldwide, if you are interested, please feel free to contact us. info@corunclima.com
