Summertime is the perfect time to chill or relax outdoors, whether it’s your yard, poolside, or garden, but the heat can make this uncomfortable for you unless you’re going for a swim. The best way to keep yourself cool and beat the heat is by having a cold drink or in this case building a portable AC or swamp cooler that you can bring anywhere with you.
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This video tutorial by CNET on YouTube will teach you and show you how to build your DIY portable AC using repurposed items and a rechargeable or solar-powered fan! This project is very easy to make and useful that you wouldn’t want to part with it every time you’re lounging outdoors. Learn how now by watching the video tutorial below and give it a try.
Materials for DIY Portable AC:
- A large bucket with a lid
- A drill with a large diameter drill bit
- Blade
- A styrofoam or plastic insulating liner, optional
- A small rechargeable fan
- PVC pipe
- Duct tape, caulk, or sealant
- Ice
How to Build a Portable AC:
Step 1
Drill three small holes in the large bucket for the cool air to pass through and make sure to drill holes above the liner or styrofoam to fit the PVC pipe.
Step 2
Cut the PVC pipe into three 8-inch pieces, then insert the liner into the bucket, and seal the space around the PVC pipe using duct tape, caulk, or sealant.
Step 3
Lastly, cut a hole in the lid for the fan, then add the ice inside the bucket, place the fan on top of the lid right in the hole you cut, and turn on the fan.
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Easy DIY Repurposed Portable AC Tutorial
