In this article, we’re going to be discussing how many bottles a can hold, and subsequently, the different types of which are available on the market.
Before getting into what the common is for a , it’s important to understand the basics behind fridges, and how they differ from each other in terms of sizing and cooling capability.
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What is a ?
A is an appliance used to cool and store collections at an .
These units are commonly used in residential applications, with many people having them installed within their kitchen or ; And they’re often seen in commercial environments, for example, in a nightclub, bar or restaurant.
The size and type of that you choose will very much depend on your usage requirements. For example, connoisseurs, sommeliers and collectors will have a greater demand on the size and type of they have, as opposed to an occasional drinker.
However, we’ll explain the different types of in the next section.
What are the different types of ?
There are several types of that exist, all of which are below:
A is one that uses the Peltier effect to provide cooling to the inside of the unit. The main advantage of such a is that it operates extremely quietly, due to having near to no moving parts.
However, the main disadvantage here is that they are less powerful than compressor-powered coolers, and because of this, the mechanics are limited to smaller sized fridges.
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A compressor is powered by a compressor, and because of this, they’re substantially more powerful than a thermoelectric unit.
This ultimately means they’re used in larger sized fridges, and hence best suited for someone with a collection.
These units have a , which means that they have 2 sections within the that can store at different temperatures.
If you’re looking to store both and white within one physical unit, then getting a is the perfect option.
For example, you’ll want to separate your from your Sauvignon Blanc or Pino Grigio, as they have a different cooling and .
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A has one cooling zone. And therefore, these units are often used to store one type of .
Undercounter/Built in
Undercounter fridges are ones that are designed to be built into a kitchen worktop, bar worktop and under countertops.
They usually have front-facing ventilation so that the can breathe and emit airflow without any issues.
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A freestanding is one that is designed to be operated on its own, without being integrated or put under a countertop. They usually have back or side facing ventilation, which means that they can only be placed in positions whereby their airflow is not compromised, I.E. standing alone.
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How many bottles can a hold?
There are several types of refrigerators that exist, and all of them have different capacities. The capacities range anywhere from 4 bottles to 600 bottles.
We’ve included links below to a variety of our buyers guides, all of which are written with certain coolers in mind:
Which size should you pick?
When it comes to , choosing the ideal is very much dependant on your requirements for the utility of the unit. For example, someone purchasing a for their bar/restaurant will need to have a unit with a of more than 50 bottles. And then, they may want a unit, due to them having to house multiple varieties of .
However, a regular drinker might only need a 20 to house their modest . And they may only need a unit.
