Trying to find a mini-fridge that fits a 7gal conical

[mrkrispy]

I have a 7gal conical, trying to find a mini fridge or commercial display cooler to do my fermentation in.

I am not interested in a full size freezer or fridge or chest freezer (at this time) if I can avoid it. I have seen threads on homebrew forums about people doing the mini-fridge thing but they all seem to be several years old and the models are no longer made. For example, saw a few people using the Sanyo 4912 (4912M) which can fit the conical in it using a blowoff tube. The 4912 is discontinued (although maybe one will turn up on craigslist).

Any newer models that fit?

Thanks for the help!

[CRBrewHound]

Not sure if you have done this or if this is a silly statement or not. Please take it for what it is worth.

I would record the measurements of your conical and go out on the town and go to places that sell quite a few models (best buy, sears, etc...).

The other suggestion I would make is a used appliance store, where I live we have a store that just sells used appliances as well as bang and dents, you may be able to find one of these older models at one of those locations.

[cheezycow]

Where all have you looked for the 4912? Amazon still sells them,walmart might still.. or try the Kenmore Elite 4.9 cu. ft. Compact Refrigerator (Sears item #04695499000 Mfr. model #564-95499400). these are the alternatives people have suggested.

[mrkrispy]

Thanks for the responses. I have looked around town, I haven't been able to find a mini fridge that wouldn't need some sort of mangling of the freezer...no luck finding any models without a freezer.


So far the 4912 is the best bet (keeping an eye on craigslist), also looking at some commercial display fridges.