Furrion Chill Cube Compatibility with 2007 Tiffin Phaeton RV Solar Setup

Asked by JerryAsked on August 20, 2025Answered by Elkhart RV Parts
Customer Question

Can the Furrion Chill Cube ducted air distribution box and compatible rooftop AC unit be effectively run on a 2007 Tiffin Phaeton RV equipped with 800 watts of solar panels, two LifeBlue 12V 200AH batteries, and a Victron Multiplus II 3000 watt inverter for boondocking?

Expert Answer

The Furrion Chill Cube air distribution box itself consumes minimal power; most energy use comes from the rooftop AC unit it supports. Typical rooftop RV AC units, including Furrion models, require 120V AC and draw approximately 1,200 to 1,500 watts during operation, with startup surges reaching 1,500 to 2,000 watts. Your Victron Multiplus II 3000 inverter, rated for about 2,400 watts continuous output at 120V, can handle the AC's power needs. The dual LifeBlue 12V 200AH batteries provide roughly 4,800 watt-hours of usable energy, enabling approximately three hours of AC run time under ideal conditions, although inverter losses and other loads may reduce this. Your 800-watt solar array will help recharge the batteries but likely cannot sustain continuous AC operation, especially in less-than-optimal sunlight. For improved performance and reduced startup current, consider adding a soft start device to your AC system. Overall, your current setup can support running the Furrion Chill Cube AC for short periods during boondocking, but long-term continuous use would require additional power resources.

Have a similar question?

Call us at 574-675-6919 or email our team

We're here to help you find the right parts for your RV!

Have a Question About This Topic?

Ask below and our RV parts experts will get back to you.

Your comment will appear after review by our team.