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DC heating blanket or similar recommendation?

https://forum.oceancruisingclub.org/Topic5980.aspx

By Philippe.Jamotte - 11 Aug 2020

Good day,
New member here. I've read recommendations about using a hot water bottle in one's sleeping bag. But has anyone tried a DC warming pad/blanket?
I will likely have plenty of electricity and to warm up in cold climate I wouldn't mind an assist ...
By simoncurrin - 11 Aug 2020

Phillipe
Welcome to the OCC. Sally and I have long experience of enjoying the comfort of an electric blanket when cruising in northern waters. We use an AC one powered by our inverter and it uses very little power. A DC one would be just as good. Highly recommended.
Simon
 
Philippe.Jamotte - 8/11/2020
Good day,
New member here. I've read recommendations about using a hot water bottle in one's sleeping bag. But has anyone tried a DC warming pad/blanket?
I will likely have plenty of electricity and to warm up in cold climate I wouldn't mind an assist ...
By Philippe.Jamotte - 23 Aug 2020

Hi Simon,
Thanks for your reply. Would you mind sharing the brand you used? I'll see if they have something DC ...
By simoncurrin - 23 Aug 2020

 
Philippe.Jamotte - 8/23/2020
Hi Simon,
Thanks for your reply. Would you mind sharing the brand you used? I'll see if they have something DC ...




Phillipe
I’m sorry I don’t the brand but it is a regular domestic device.
Simon