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Thursday, October 13, 2011

Sunpentown SD-652 86-Watt Mini Dehumidifier

This Mini Dehumidifier uses Peltier (Thermo-Electric) Technology to provide whisper quiet operation. The compact size is ideal for nurseries, small bedroom, closets and wardrobes. Automatically switch off when water tank is full, with indicator light; as well as option for continuous drainage set up.

Amazon Sales Rank: #16494 in Home Color: Black/Silver Brand: Sunpentown Model: SD-652 Number of items: 1 Dimensions: 20.00" h x 9.00" w x 10.00" l, 4.85 pounds 86-watt mini dehumidifier with recessed carrying handle Thermo-electric technology ensures whisper-quiet operation 2-1/5-liter transparent water tank or continuous drain option Auto shut-off prevents overflow; indicator lights; ideal for small spaces Measures 5-1/2 by 8 by 14-1/6 inches

Easily remove excess moisture from the air with this mini dehumidifier. The unit not only helps allergy sufferers breathe easier, it also helps prevent problems often caused by excess humidity--peeling paint, damaged wood, and mold growth. The dehumidifier uses Peltier (thermo-electric) technology, which means whisper-quiet operation with no noisy compressor, vibration, or refrigerant to deal with. Water collects in the 2-1/5-liter transparent water tank at a rate of about 650 ml per 24 hours, and the unit automatically switches off when the water tank needs to be emptied (continuous drain option also available). Its compact size makes it a nice choice for in a nursery, small bedroom, closet, cupboard, or under a sink. Other highlights include "power" and "full tank" indicator lights, a 12-volt DC adaptor (UL listed), and a recessed carrying handle for simple transport. The 86-watt mini dehumidifier weighs about 4-6/7 pounds and measures 5-1/2 by 8 by 14-1/6 inches.

Most helpful customer reviews 13 of 13 people found the following review helpful. Useful Dehumidifier for Small Spaces By SWHandyman This little dehumidifier, about the size of a boot-sized shoe box on end, performs well. Although essentially all plastic, it is still sturdy. It is ideal for small spaces; I have a 6'x'10x8'h brick structure that is up against a hillside, so quite a bit of moisture comes through two walls even though they are moisture blocked. This unit extracts about 1/2 cup of water per day when the space is closed. This is just enough to satisfy my needs and prevent deterioration of contents. It wouldn't draw enough for a larger area. It would be very good for walk-in closets, even larger than my space, since they would generally have less moisture than I have. I don't believe there would be sufficient benefit for use in a living area since the unit would be overwhelmed by ventilation, having such a little volume capability. This would also be ideal for enclosed spaces in coastal areas 10 of 10 people found the following review helpful. Excellent, if purchased for the right purpose. By markoman1 I almost didn't buy this unit because of the mixed reviews, but I took a chance and I'm glad I did. Bottom line, it works spectacularly well if used for an enclosed space where the air isn't being circulated/exchanged. I have it in a guest-cabin behind my house which sits vacant 90% of the time. It extracted about 1 cup of water in 24 hours of summer weather. Over a period of a week or so, I expect it will remove most humidity as long as the cabin stays sealed. There are 2 keys to this unit working effectively: (1) It works slowly, so expecting it to dehumidify your bathroom right after your shower is preposterous. (2) It's not going to work if the air you're trying to dehumidify is being circulated. In other words, if it's a room you're constantly going in and out of, or a room connected to your central A/C unit, forget it You'll need a big, mechanical dehumidifier. But for spaces where the air isn't being circulated/exchanged, it will eventually extract most of the moisture and keep it dry. A perfect example would be a motor-home. My only (minor) complaints are that optional drain hose is only about 4' long (so I replaced it with a 1/2" x 6' hose from HomeDepot for 3 bucks.) And the power converter gets very hot, so I hooked it to a lamp timer and have it running 2-hours-on then 1-hour-off all day (thus a total of 16 hours a day). Hopefully this will keep it from getting seriously hot. Bottom line--perfect for enclosed spaces but wouldn't recommend for areas where air is being circulated or exchanged. 5 of 5 people found the following review helpful. Does the job By Shay D. Kidd The product it self was great. It took a bit 'more to get to us and had a crack in the water, but does not lose, really helped make a difference in our cellar. See all 17 customer reviews ....

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