【Which one will you choose?】4 types of cooling vests! Peltier element – water-cooled and more to prepare now

This year, it is expected to get hot as we approach summer. Why not get a cooling vest to make activities like fishing and car washing a little more comfortable? This time, let's choose by type: Peltier element type, air-cooled type, water-cooled type, and ice pack type.

Workman cools down instantly with five Peltier devices

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Workman's "Wind Core Ice x Heater Peltier Vest PRO2" is equipped with Peltier devices in five locations: one on the back, two on the lower back, and two on the front. The device on the back can be adjusted to your preferred location using a dial on the right chest area, allowing you to cool down specific areas efficiently. Cooling starts in as little as 1 second! It can cool down to about -28°C (surface temperature about -3°C※).
※ At an ambient temperature of approximately 25°C

By the way, a Peltier device is a cooling device that utilizes the property of metal to absorb heat (the "Peltier effect") when electricity flows through it.

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This vest is designed to be one size fits all and can be adjusted for a comfortable fit with a belt. The front belt can also be stored, allowing it to be discreetly worn under a jacket. It's smart for heat countermeasures in outdoor activities like camping, as well as in business settings.

Product Name / Wind Core Ice x Heater Peltier Vest PRO2
Price / 19,800 yen
Size / Free (155–185 cm, 80–124 cm)
Continuous Operating Time (when using the included dedicated battery) /
【Ice Mode】5 full operation mode Strong approximately 2.8 hours, Weak approximately 4.3 hours, Fluctuation (blinking) approximately 3.3 hours, Device (small) 4 units mode approximately 4.3 hours
Back 3 units mode Strong approximately 4.5 hours, Weak approximately 6.5 hours, Fluctuation (blinking) approximately 5.2 hours, Device (small) 4 units mode approximately 8.6 hours
【Heater Mode】5 full operation mode Strong approximately 7.4 hours, Weak approximately 17.7 hours
Back 3 units mode Strong approximately 12.3 hours, Weak approximately 24.6 hours
● Workman

Sanko is a water-cooling type that circulates 2L of water with a battery

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Sanko's "Water-Cooling Cool Vest" effectively cools by circulating water from a 2L tank located on the back through hoses spread inside the vest. The temperature can be adjusted in three levels using the remote control situated below the chest. With a 10,000 mAh mobile battery, it can be used for about 21 hours even in strong mode.

The armholes are designed to be large, allowing for free movement of the body while worn. The pump can be removed for easy washing. It can be hygienically managed even in sweaty seasons.

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Not only cold water, but also ice and frozen plastic bottles can be added. If you have a 600ml frozen plastic bottle and 300ml of tap water, it can keep cool for 3 hours. Once melted, it can be consumed directly for hydration, making it efficient to use. Recently, it's recommended for sudden heatstroke prevention since you can get frozen plastic bottles at convenience stores.

Product Name: "Water-Cooling Cool Vest" that chills intensely
Price: 14,800 yen
Size: Length about 400mm, Width about 260mm, Thickness about 40mm
Weight: About 760g
Modes: Strong mode, Weak mode, Eco mode
Cooling Duration: Strong 90 minutes, Weak 120 minutes, Eco 180 minutes
*The time it takes for the temperature inside the vest to drop below 25℃ at an ambient temperature of 30℃.
*Duration may vary depending on the usage environment.

● Sankoh

Air-cooled with a fan mounted on the side by Burtle

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The "AC2066 AC Short Sleeve Blouson (Unisex)" by workwear manufacturer Burtool is a model equipped with fans on the sides. It allows air to circulate within the garment, helping to alleviate heat and moisture.

It uses a lightweight soft shell material treated with aluminum C processing that provides a thermal insulation effect of up to -8℃ while repelling water. The design is also appealing, making it great not only for work scenes but also for leisure activities like camping and fishing.

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It features a ventilation air duct pocket in the back yoke (the back of the neck), allowing for the storage of ice packs to enhance cooling effects according to outside temperatures. There is also a pocket for battery storage, enabling light activities. The design is unisex, allowing for matching outfits for couples or shared use.

Product Name: AC2066 AC Short Sleeve Blouson (Unisex)
Price: 6,600 yen
Colors: Army Khaki, Ash Gray, Camouflage Black, Navy, Black, Barney
Sizes: S to 3XL
● Burtool

Simple and low-cost! A type that holds ice packs from Workman.

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The Workman "Tartec Ice Vest (comes with 4 ice packs)" is a cooling vest that has pockets on the back and sides to hold chilled ice packs (coolants). It allows for direct cooling of the body with frozen cold packs and is lightweight since it doesn't use motors. It can be easily worn for activities such as walking or other physical activities.

Made with power mesh material, it can be fitted to the body with a buckle on the front. It's washable by hand, making maintenance easy!

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The included ice packs can be used repeatedly. Additionally, the vest is available in two colors: silver gray and black, so you can choose one that matches your camping wear or everyday clothes.

Product name: Tartec Ice Vest (comes with 4 ice packs)
Price: 3500 yen
Colors: Silver gray, Black
Sizes: S, Free, XL
● Workman

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