Indel B ITB42 42L car refrigerator - compressor with ECO and MAX modes
Indel B ITB42 42L Car Refrigerator - Compressor with ECO and MAX Modes
Large 12/24V travel refrigerator with adjustable cooling power from -20°C to +10°C
The Indel B ITB42 car refrigerator from the Travel Box series is a professional device with a capacity of 42 liters, designed for families and groups requiring large cooling space. With a temperature range of -20°C to +10°C, a unique ECO/MAX cooling power selection function, and a weight of only 12.1 kg, the ITB42 is the perfect solution for long trips, camping, and professional use.
Indel B ITB42 Technical Specifications
Performance Parameters
- Capacity: 42 liters - large space for families of 4-6 people
- Temperature range: -20°C to +10°C - deep-freezing
- Compressor: SECOP BD1.4F FSD - hermetic car compressor
- Cooling modes: ECO and MAX - compressor speed regulation
- Power consumption: 60W - efficient with low consumption
- Energy consumption: 0.215 kWh/24h - economical
- Power supply: 12V/24V DC - automatic voltage recognition
- Refrigerant: R134a CFC FREE - ecological, CFC-free
- Energy class: A+++ - highest efficiency
Dimensions and design
- Weight: 12.1 kg - light for a capacity of 42L
- Width: 687 mm
- Depth: 384 mm
- Height: 418 mm
- Internal dimensions: 493 x 295 x 336 mm - large usable space
- Insulation: CFC-free premium polyurethane foam
- Materials: durable, resistant to harsh Conditions
Advanced Control
- Digital Thermostat: Precise adjustment in 1°C increments
- Control Panel: Intuitive with a clear LED display
- Battery Protection: Three levels of discharge protection
- Diagnostics System: Error messages on the display.
- Power cord length: approx. 240 cm.
- Intelligent compressor control: Adapts to conditions.
- Power cord length: approx. 240 cm.
42-liter capacity - perfect for families.
What can fit in 42 liters?
✓ Weekly supplies - for a family of 4-6 people.
✓ 8-10 1.5L bottles.
- Beverage supply
✓ 30+ 0.33L cans - cold drinks for everyone
✓ Large purchases - meat, vegetables, fruit, dairy
✓ Frozen food and ice cream - separate freezer section
✓ Catering and picnics - food for a larger group
Internal dimensions 493 x 295 x 336 mm:
- Length 493 mm - large containers and packaging
- Width 295 mm - 2-3 bottles side by side
- Height 336 mm - tall bottles and packaging
- Rectangular shape - optimal use of space
- No internal partitions - flexible organization
ECO/MAX function - efficiency optimization
Why are two operating modes an advantage?
✓ ECO - economy mode
- Lower energy consumption (approx. 0.18-0.20 kWh/24h)
- Quieter compressor operation
- Longer battery life
- Maintaining a stable temperature
- Ideal for overnight stays and long layovers
✓ MAX - maximum power mode
- Fast cooling (approx. 0.22-0.25 kWh/24h)
- Maximum compressor speed
- Fast freezing of products
- Excellent at high temperatures
- Journey start and heavy loads
Smart usage strategy:
Morning start:
- MAX mode for 30-60 min - quick cooling
- Switch to ECO when temperature is reached
- Save energy all day long Day
On hot days:
- MAX when the car is parked in the sun
- ECO when driving with air conditioning
- MAX with a heavy load of warm products
Night stops:
- Always ECO for quiet operation
- Minimum energy consumption
- Stable temperature overnight
Range -20°C to +10°C - maximum flexibility
The widest range in its class:
✓ -20°C - true deep Freezing (not just -18°C!)
✓ Hard ice - perfect consistency
✓ Long-term storage - meat, fish for weeks
✓ Freezing ice - drink cubes
✓ Any temperature in 1°C increments - 31 adjustable levels!
Practical use examples:
| Temperature | Application | Products |
|---|---|---|
| -20°C | Deep Freeze | Meat, long-term fish, premium ice cream |
| -15°C | Standard Freeze | Frozen food, ready meals, vegetables |
| -10°C | Semi-Frozen | Products for quick defrosting |
| -5°C | Keep freezing | Transportation of already frozen products |
| 0°C | Maximum freshness | Fresh meat and fish |
| +4°C | Standard Cooling | Dairy products, meats, salads |
| +8°C | Drinks and fruit | Beer, juices, fruit, vegetables |
| +10°C | Light cooling | Wine, water, snacks |
Three-stage battery protection
Battery safety system:
✓ Level 1 (Low) - 11.8V/23.6V
- For new, functional batteries
- Maximum working time
- Stands up to 3-4 hours
✓ Level 2 (Medium) - 12.2V/24.4V - RECOMMENDED
- For standard batteries
- Universal security
- Stands up to 8 hours
✓ Level 3 (High) - 12.6V/25.2V
- For older people batteries
- Maximum safety
- Long overnight stops
- Winter operation
Intelligent monitoring:
- Voltage display - current reading on the screen
- Automatic shutdown - protection against Discharge
- Restart - when voltage increases (engine on)
- Visual alarm - warning before shutdown
Digital panel with full diagnostics
Professional user interface:
✓ Large LED display - readable in all conditions
✓ Current temperature - continuous interior monitoring
✓ Set temperature - Easy setting in 1°C increments
✓ Mode indicator - ECO or MAX
✓ Power supply voltage - battery status check
✓ Error messages - diagnostic codes
✓ Battery protection level - current protection level
Diagnostic system - error codes:
The refrigerator automatically detects and signals:
- Internal temperature too high
- Temperature sensor problems
- Voltage too low or high
- Compressor overload
- Refrigeration system problems
- Control electronics errors
Each error has an assigned code displayed on the screen, which facilitates diagnosis and possible service calls.
SECOP BD1.4F FSD compressor - the heart Refrigerators
Hermetic car compressor:
✓ Designed for vehicles - resistant to vibrations and tilts
✓ Closed design - no leakage problems
✓ Fast cooling - even at +43°C ambient temperature
✓ Quiet operation - especially in ECO mode
✓ Long service life - 10+ years with proper use
✓ Adjustable speed - adapts to thermal load
SECOP - a leader in the automotive industry:
SECOP (formerly Danfoss) is No. 1 in compressors for car refrigerators:
- Compressor installed in Audi, Mercedes, VW
- Over 50 years of experience
- Millions of compressors on the world's roads
- Reliability confirmed by tests
- Global Service Network
Quality and Safety Certificates
ITB42 is fully certified for use in vehicles:
- CE - compliance with European Union standards
- EMC - electromagnetic compatibility, no interference
- E (homologation) - approved for installation in motor vehicles
- Energy class A+++ - the highest efficiency in its class
Indel B ITB42 refrigerator applications
The perfect choice for:
Large families of 4-6 people
- 42 liters = supplies for a week
- Space for all your products
- Frozen and fresh products at the same time
- Ice cream for the kids throughout the trip
Long trips and overlanding
- Autonomy without shopping for days
- ECO mode saves energy
- Durable design for off-road
- Battery protection in harsh conditions
Campers and vanlife
- Large capacity in compact dimensions
- Weighs only 12.1 kg - Easy to move
- Universal 12V/24V power supply
- Mounting in various locations
Professional transport
- 24V trucks - automatic recognition
- Error diagnosis - easy to use
- Reliability in everyday use
- Transporting refrigerated products
Camping and camping
- Supplies for a larger group
- Freezing freshly caught fish
- Beer and drinks for everyone
- MAX mode for quick cooling
Sailing and boat
- Hermetic compressor - resistant to slopes
- Long cruises without port calls
- 42L is enough for a crew of 4-6 people
- ECO mode at anchor saves energy
Catering and events
- Food transport for groups
- Maintains temperature for many hours
- Professional diagnostics
- Reliability in all conditions
Key advantages of the Indel B ITB42
🔷 42 liters of capacity - large space for families and groups
🔷 Range -20°C to +10°C - widest in its class, 31 levels
🔷 ECO and MAX modes - intelligent efficiency control
🔷 Weight only 12.1 kg - light for 42 liters
🔷 1°C adjustment - precise temperature control
🔷 Three-stage battery protection - battery safety
🔷 Error diagnosis - professional solution
🔷 SECOP compressor - highest automotive quality
🔷 Class A+++ - maximum energy efficiency
🔷 12V/24V power supply - automatic for all vehicles
🔷 LED digital panel - intuitive operation
🔷 Full approval - CE, EMC, E-mark
Comparison of Travel Box series models
| Model | Capacity | Height | Weight | ECO/MAX modes | Perfect for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ITB32 | 32L | 347 mm | 11.3 kg | YES | 3-4 people, universal |
| ITB42 | 42L | 418 mm | 12.1 kg | YES | 4-6 people, long trips |
ITB42 vs ITB32:
- +31% more capacity (42L vs 32L)
- Only +0.8 kg in weight (12.1 kg vs 11.3 kg)
- +70 mm in height - more vertical space
- Identical base 687x384 mm
- Same functions and modes
Why is the ITB42 the best choice in the 40L class?
✅ Largest capacity with ECO/MAX modes - the competition doesn't have this feature
✅ Range up to -20°C - deeper freezing than the standard -18°C
✅ Only 12.1 kg - the lightest in the 42-liter class
✅ Full diagnostics - display with error codes
✅ Compressor speed control - intelligent management
✅ Indel B Travel Box - a premium series with 50+ years of experience
Travel Box Series - professional comfort
Travel Box is the flagship Indel B series designed for maximum comfort in every situation:
Characteristic features of the series:
✓ Recreational activities - camping, beach, mountains, fishing
✓ Professional vehicles - transport, delivery, field service
✓ Safe transport - food and drinks always at the optimal temperature
✓ Versatility - wherever you go
Philosophy Travel Box:
- Durable materials - resistant to harsh conditions
- Intuitive controls - anyone can learn it in a minute
- Clear displays - information always visible
- Functionality - everything you need, nothing unnecessary
- Reliability - proven by thousands of users
Economy usage
0.215 kWh/24h at 42 liters - a phenomenal result!
Operating costs:
- Daily: 0.215 kWh x 0.80 PLN = 17 groszy
- Monthly: 0.215 x 30 x 0.80 = 5.16 PLN
- Annually: about PLN 62 for electricity
That's less than a coffee at a café per month!
ECO vs. MAX mode comparison:
ECO mode (recommended for everyday use):
- Consumption: approx. 0.18-0.20 kWh/24h
- Consumption: approx. 3.5-4A at 12V
- Noise: minimal, barely audible
- 60Ah battery life: 15-17 hours
MAX mode (fast cooling):
- Consumption: approx. 0.22-0.25 kWh/24h
- Consumption: about 5-6A at 12V
- Noise: normal for a refrigerator
- 60Ah battery life: 10-12 hours
Savings with ECO/MAX modes:
If you use 70% of the time in ECO mode:
- Average consumption: 0.19 kWh/24h
- Savings: approx. 12% per year
- That's about PLN 7 per year - not much, but every penny counts!
Practical tips for using the ITB42
Maximize the 42L capacity:
✓ Organize vertically - use the entire height 336 mm
✓ Heavy on the bottom - stability while driving
✓ Frequently used on top - easy access
✓ Use containers - organization and hygiene
✓ Leave space - air circulation around products
Optimal settings for different situations:
Long route (8+ hours driving):
- Temperature: +4°C to +6°C
- Mode: ECO throughout the route
- Battery Protection: Level 2
Overnight camping:
- Temperature: +2°C to +4°C
- Mode: ECO at night
- Battery protection: Level 3
Hot summer (+35°C and above):
- Temperature: 0°C to +2°C
- Mode: MAX when the car is stationary, ECO when in motion
- Battery protection: Level 2
Freezing fresh Products:
- Temperature: -18°C to -20°C
- Mode: MAX for 2-3 hours, then ECO
- Battery protection: Level 1 (engine on)
Who is the Indel B ITB42 for?
This model is the best choice for:
✅ Large families of 4-6+ people - sufficient capacity
✅ Enthusiasts of long trips - autonomy for many days
✅ Overlenders - durability and pro features
✅ Camper owners - large capacity, low weight
✅ Truck drivers - 24V power supply, diagnostics
✅ Sailors - large supplies for long cruises
✅ Professionals - reliability and ease of use
✅ Expedition groups - catering for everyone
Choose Indel B ITB42 Travel Box - 42 liters with ECO/MAX modes and a range down to -20°C. Large space, professional control, maximum reliability!
230V AC/12V DC power supply available as an optional accessory. 12/24V DC power cable (240 cm) included as standard. Automatic 12V or 24V voltage recognition. Details on battery protection settings, ECO/MAX modes, error messages, and advanced features are in the user manual. Product covered by the standard Indel B manufacturer's warranty. SECOP BD1.4F FSD compressor - hermetically sealed, designed specifically for automotive applications.