Comments on: USB Mini Fridge.

By: Solo

Solo — Sat, 02 Jun 2007 07:53:20 +0000

The maximum current draw allowed on a USB port is 0.5 amp. So this thing can draw a maximum of 2.5 watt (0.5 x 5)

I think your 500watt power supply can take it.

Also, it's a tiny pelletier element, they are also used to cool some processors.

Also, this is a nice gimmick, the perfect Father's day present for the unimaginative.

By: Runa

Runa — Fri, 01 Jun 2007 17:37:26 +0000

I also found a coffe-machine that works via USB. Unfortunately, it only keeps the coffee warm, but doesn't make it hot.

By: janedoh

janedoh — Fri, 01 Jun 2007 16:37:31 +0000

I think I want it. I wonder if they make one that fits a bottle. Cuz I like my beer...I mean soda in a bottle.

By: Jonathan Harpur

Jonathan Harpur — Fri, 01 Jun 2007 16:21:41 +0000

A powered USB hub doesn't even have to be plugged to your machine - Unless the fridge has thermal feedback (Bing! Your coke's ready!), you don't bother. I have a hub just for localized light sources and chargers already - This'd be fun, too. And that way you can use it independently of your computer - say, on a bedside table? If you don't sleep with your computer. ;^)

By: Travis

Travis — Fri, 01 Jun 2007 16:06:53 +0000

Printers, external hardrives, scanners, etc. etc. How is this going to be worse than those. Do you know how much stress it will put on the system?

By: Sid Morrison

Sid Morrison — Fri, 01 Jun 2007 13:09:45 +0000

Bloody stupid. While it's there, the USB volatge output is supposed to be a LOW power source -- it's intended to run varied computer accessories. A soda can chiller is not in any way connected to computer function. This would much more sensibly be plugged into a wall (or cigarette lighter). It's just asking for trouble by loading up the USB power load. How much is that new motherboard going to cost?

By: fluff

fluff — Fri, 01 Jun 2007 11:01:43 +0000

That's kinda interesting. I wonder, if my already on the edge PSU could handle that...