If you’re looking for a way to run a powerful compressor-based air conditioning unit while off grid from your batteries, this is the perfect solution! It installs onto your van’s roof just like traditional RV air conditioners but is vastly more energy efficient. In fact, this Nomadic Cooling AC uses less than half of the electricity compared to a traditional rooftop unit. Most rooftop air conditioners require 120 volt AC power to operate. Normally this is provided by shore power or a generator. In some cases you can run a standard unit from an inverter but inverters often struggle “starting” the compressor. In contrast, the Nomadic Cooling air conditioners use 12 volt DC power so it can run directly off your 12 volt battery bank without an inverter. We highly recommend using lithium deep cycle batteries with this unit.

Nomadic Cooling 12 volt air-conditioners are very quiet compared to traditional 120 volt air conditioners (60dBA with the fan at maximum speed) and they are nearly completely free of vibration.

12V Battery Powered Rooftop Mounted Air Conditioner

Voltage: 12V  (Max power consumption tested over 100 Fahrenheit)

100 Amp Compressor 

Eco Mode: 30A-40A @ 85 Fehrenheit

Powerful Mode: 55A Max Cool @ 85 Fahrenheit, 72A Max Cool @ 100 Fahrenheit

Cooling Capacity: 9,830 BTU

Net Weight: 27.69kg 61.05lbs

Size: 35.5 X 32 X 7  (dimensions for installation)

Opening Size: 14×14

Noise Volume: 60dBa

Refrigerant: R-134a @ 600g

Features

• Easy installation – if you have an existing vent fan or air conditioner, this will fit over the same, standard-size 14″ x 14″ opening.
• This is a stand alone air-conditioner. You do not need to connect to the engine to operate the air-conditioner.
• All Nomadic Cooling air-conditioners are non-polluting, and highly efficient units.
• All Nomadic Cooling air-conditioners operates at or below 60dBA. Plus, the added benefit of vibration free operation.
• Intelligent microprocessor control system, allows the user to set the temperature based on a desired temperature.
• Includes multiple built in protection functions such as, pressure alarm, power high/low voltage, motor over-current, and motor temperature protection.

Complete Installation Package Includes

• 1x : 12V Air Conditioning  Unit
• 1x  : Interior  Control  Panel  –  Thermostat Included
• 1x  :  Remote
• 4x : Metal Washers Large
• 4x : Metal Lock Washers
• 4x : Mounting Bolts Large
• 4x : Mounting Nuts
• 600g R134A Refrigerant (pre filled)
• 1x : 14x 14 Waterproof Gasket
• 1x : Interior mounting brace 14×14 (Metal Powdercoat)
• 1x : Flush mount interior vent aluminum (aluminum or powder coated)
• 8x : Small black finish screws for interior vent placement

Here’s a YouTube playlist with several Nomadic Cooling AC unit installation videos.

Outside Shroud Available in Your Choice of Color

Base White

Black Rhino Liner – $299 Upgrade