Sirocco Fans: Are They Worth The Investment?

Sirocco fans are one of the first things new caravan and motorhome owners buy after they take possession of their vehicle. But why? They're just fans, after all; surely any would do? You might think so, but there is far more to these fans than meets the eye.

In this Buyers Guide, we'll explore what makes Sirocco fans so special and answer some of the most popular questions we get about these impressive little accessories. Read on to find out why you need to get them for your vehicle before the summer heat arrives!

What's So Good About Sirocco Fans?

Whether you're in a caravan or motorhome, an undeniable fact about exploring Australia is that it gets hot - and when it gets hot, you need a way to cool down. Luckily, Sirocco fans are specifically designed for life on the road, being both lightweight and easy to install.

Sleek and energy-efficient, Sirocco fans offer impressive cooling with whisper-quiet operation and have three-speed settings and four preset timer settings that allow you to adjust them to your needs. Additionally, the unique gimballed head allows you to direct airflow in any direction, eliminating the need for multiple fans in your vehicle.

With all of this in mind, it's easy to see why Sirocco fans are an automatic purchase for new caravan and motorhome owners.

What Kind of Fan is A Sirocco Fan?

Sirocco fans are centrifugal fans, a design that was invented by Samuel Davidson in 1898. Featuring two blades mounted inside a braced, open-faced drum, Sirocco fans are a high-speed, small-diameter, direct-driven fan that can be mounted above your bed or living area to keep you cool all day long.

How Much Power Does A Sirocco II Use?

One of the most appealing aspects of Sirocco fans is their low-power draw, using only about 1 amp per hour per fan, allowing you to run them all day even if you only have a small battery or off-grid system.

Where Are Sirocco Fans Made?

Sirocco manufactures all of their fans in Canada, so you can have faith that you are buying a quality product that will hold up to the demands of life on the road and keep working for many years to come.

Where is the best place to put a fan in Your Caravan?

The great thing about Sirocco fans is that you can mount them just about anywhere in your vehicle, whether that's in your bathroom, living area or over the kitchen sink. However, as the gimballed design allows you to redirect airflow where it's needed, many owners choose to mount them above or at the foot of their bed in order to keep cool throughout the day and night.

How do you use a Sirocco fan in a caravan?

Despite their ingenious design, Sirocco fans are no more complicated than any other type of fan. Simply select the speed and any timer settings, switch it on, and enjoy instant relief from the Australian heat!

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