Idle Free's Reefer-Based Electric APU Uses Truck's Reefer Unit to Power HVAC

Reefer Link is very easy to use and will not harm or interfere with the refrigeration function of the reefer, says Jordan.

“Reefer Link simply connects into the 12V power being generated by the reefer motor through a connection that looks like jumper cables. It will not harm nor cause excess wear on the reefer unit itself.”

The trailer connection is protected with a fuse and the connection from the truck and trailer is done with polarized connectors.

“This means they can only be connected one way,” says Jordan. “So the positive matches the positive and the negative matches the negative. There is no possibility that a driver could hook it up wrong.”

Trucks equipped with the Reefer Link system also have the option of purchasing an Idle Free electric APU without the AGM batteries. By eliminating this part of the APU system, fleet owners not only save on the initial cost of the system, but they further improve fuel efficiency by eliminating nearly 300 lbs. from the total  weight of the APU.

The option to eliminate the APU batteries is very cost effective for reefer fleets where all trailers can be equipped with the Reefer Link technology.