What is a TriPac?
Thermo King’s next-generation APU provides virtually unlimited sleeper cab heating and air conditioning while reducing tractor idling and lowering maintenance costs.
How does a TriPac work?
The Thermo King TriPac Evolution APU (Auxiliary Power Unit) provides auxiliary heating, cooling temperature management that allows drivers to reduce unnecessary truck engine idling, conserve diesel fuel and save money. Voltage sensing automatically charges the truck batteries from TriPac’s 12- volt alternator.
How much does a TriPac APU weight?
345 lbs
CONTROLS The TriPac HMI Controller features a simple three-knob design for easy operation. SYSTEM WEIGHT (APPROX.) APU Unit: 345 lbs (156 kg) HVAC System: 70 lbs (32 kg) WARRANTY SUMMARY Terms of the Thermo King Limited Express Warranty are available upon request.
How heavy is an APU?
APU units typically weigh a few hundred pounds, and for drivers who routinely carry close to the maximum weight limits, this presents a problem when traveling into new jurisdictions where weight exemptions may differ.
Why do truck drivers use a TriPac unit?
“Long Haul Trucking has always worked to make sure our drivers have the comforts of home, at least as many as we can get in a truck, which is why we choose TriPac units for our trucks.”
What does the Thermo King TriPac Apu do?
Reduce idling and increase driver comfort with Thermo King’s TriPac ® APUs, available in diesel or electric models. Drivers spend long days away from home on the road, and a comfortable sleeper is important for well-rested and safe drivers. The TriPac Evolution brings the comforts of home to wherever home is for the night.
Can a TriPac be run without tractor engine coolant?
If you frequently operate in warm climates or simply prefer that the TriPac system not tie into the tractor engine coolant, choose the CLC option. The TriPac will run independently of the tractor engine coolant and still provide the battery charging and cab comfort options you demand. Stainless Steel Skins.
Is the TriPac evolution an auxiliary power unit?
The TriPac Evolution brings the comforts of home to wherever home is for the night. A clean, reliable all-electric auxiliary power unit (APU) that not only saves fuel but delivers unmatched driver comfort previously unavailable in an electric unit.