What it is
The NRX 50C is Dometic's current 12/24V compressor upright fridge — part of the CoolMatic NRX range that replaced the CRX series. It gives you 44 litres of usable space with a removable 4.4-litre freezer, so you can run it as a fridge with a small freezer, as a full 44-litre fridge with the box taken out, or as a freezer.
Note on the name: it is sold as the "50" but the true usable capacity is 44 litres. We list it as 44L so you size your cabinet off the right number.
It is the natural mid-size choice for a Sprinter, Crafter or MAN TGE build — a step up from the WCR50 in both finish and electronics.
Specifications
- Brand
- Dometic
- Range
- CoolMatic NRX
- Model
- NRX 50C
- SKU
- 9620001481
- Total volume
- 44 litres (39.6L fridge + 4.4L freezer)
- Freezer volume
- 4.4 litres (removable)
- External size (H × W × D)
- 525 × 380 × 510mm
- Ventilation clearance
- 50mm minimum all round (no fixed cut-out)
- Weight
- 17 kg
- Power
- 12 / 24V DC, variable-speed compressor
- Operating modes
- Eco / Boost / Silent
- Refrigerant
- R134a (26g)
- Climate class
- T (tropical — rated 16–43°C)
- Door hinge
- Reversible (left or right)
- Lighting
- Integrated interior LED
Dometic does not publish a single headline wattage or kWh/24h for the variable-speed compressor — see "Fitting it" for the real-world current draw. The 525 × 380 × 510mm body is confirmed against the Dometic manual; build to that plus the 50mm clearance.
Manuals and datasheet
The official documents for this product, linked so you can read them before ordering or keep a copy if yours has gone missing.
Installation manual
Clearances and ventilation, door-hinge reversal, mounting and the electrical connection — what your fitter needs.
Download the installation manual (PDF)Operating manual
Day-to-day use: the control panel, Eco/Boost/Silent modes, Winter Mode and the full technical-data table.
Download the operating manual (PDF)Features
- 44 litres usable with a removable 4.4-litre freezer — run it as fridge, fridge + freezer, or freezer
- Variable-speed compressor with Eco, Boost and Silent modes
- Winter Mode for healthy storage when the van is unused
- Reversible door hinge — open from either side
- Dual-function locks that double as off-season vents
- Frameless dark-silver door with a full-width recessed handle
- Flush interior controls, LED light, two crispers and a bottle holder
- Climate class T — rated to keep cooling in hot weather (16–43°C)
Why we sell it
The NRX is Dometic's current flagship 12V range, and the 50C is the size that suits most mid-length van kitchens. It is the fridge to choose when you want the latest electronics and efficiency rather than the value end.
- Current generation, more efficient. Dometic rates the NRX range at around 9% more efficient than the CRX it replaces — that matters when you are running off battery and solar.
- Three modes and Winter Mode. Eco, Boost and Silent let you trade speed against power draw and noise; Winter Mode keeps the fridge healthy when the van is stored unused.
- Flexible interior. The removable freezer lets it run as a fridge, a fridge-freezer or a full freezer, and the hinge is reversible to suit either side of your build.
- Proper Dometic, proper support. A real UK service network behind it, not a marketplace unknown.
How it compares
vs the Waeco WCR range
The WCR fridges are the value end — simpler controls, older generation. The NRX is the current Dometic range: more efficient, three modes plus Winter Mode, and refreshed electronics. Choose the WCR to save money, the NRX for the latest features and efficiency.
vs an absorption (3-way) fridge
The NRX holds temperature far better in heat, cools properly on 12V, and does not need the van to be level. A 3-way only wins if you specifically want gas running with no electrics.
See our full guide: Campervan fridges explained.
Fitting it
- Ventilation. It sheds heat at the back, so leave at least 50mm of free air all round (Dometic's minimum) — an inlet low and an outlet high. Do not box it in airtight.
- Cabinet aperture. Build to the external 525 × 380 × 510mm plus that 50mm clearance. There is no fixed cut-out box — an optional flush-mount frame is available for a finished look.
- Power. 12/24V to the leisure circuit on fused, correctly gauged cable. Expect roughly 1.1 A/h in mild conditions and up to about 1.7 A/h in real heat — it only draws while the compressor cycles.
- Door swing. Plan the swing so it clears the walkway and cabinets. The hinge is reversible — decide the side before fitting.
- Off-season. Leave the vent-lock open and use Winter Mode when the van is stored so the interior does not go stale.
What's in the box
- Dometic NRX 50C fridge
- Fitting instructions
Order alongside: fused 12V cable and ventilation grilles.
Questions and answers
How much battery will it use?
Can it actually freeze?
Which side does the door open?
Does it need ventilation when built in?
Can I run it off mains hook-up?
Does it have to be level like a 3-way fridge?
Delivery and returns
- Free UK mainland delivery on this product.
- 14-day returns on unfitted, unopened units (we cover return postage). See our Returns Policy.
- Covered by the Dometic manufacturer warranty.
Related guides and products
- Smaller / value option: Dometic Waeco WCR50 44L fridge
- Browse the full range: Compressor fridges — the rest of the Dometic NRX range, Waecos and coolboxes
- Pillar guide: Campervan fridges explained