STAY COOL
ANYWHERE.
Premium 12V Air Conditioning Systems for Vans, Trucks, and RVs.
Why Switch to 12V Electric AC?
Cut Costs, Protect Your Engine, and Keep Drivers Happy
The Financial Impact
Stop Burning Profits
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Engine Protection
Protecting Your Aftertreatment System
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Driver Comfort
Compliance & Quality of Life
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ROI COMPARISON
See the side-by-side savings breakdown
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Professional Installation & Power Systems
The Ice Hot Baby Difference: Built Right, Runs Right
Professional Installation
4–8 Hours, Done Right
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LiFePO4 Power Systems
Choose Your Runtime
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Choose Your Power Setup
Direct or Dedicated?
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Our Systems
12V Roof Mount AC
$1,899.00
Complete cooling solution for RVs and Campers. Low profile, high efficiency.
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12V Split System
$2,199.00
Heavy-duty back-wall unit for Semis. Maximum cooling, minimum noise.
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Installation Portfolio
Explore our latest 12V AC & Diesel Heater builds for Semi Trucks, RVs, and Vans
12V AC · FREIGHTLINER
Freightliner Cascadia - 12V Split System
Custom back-wall split AC installation with heavy-duty mounting brackets and battery bank integration.
Full Installation Walkthrough
Watch how we mount and wire our high-efficiency 12V DC parking air conditioning systems.
12V AC · VAN / RV
Custom Van Roof Mount Setup
High-COP brushless DC compressor unit calibrated for off-grid Sprinter & Transit van conversions.
12V AC · VOLVO
Volvo VNL Series Split AC Integration
Seamless power system connection into dedicated 600Ah LiFePO4 battery bank with 60A smart charger.
About Ice Hot Baby
Located in Plainfield, IL, straight off the I-55 corridor. We specialize in keeping drivers comfortable year-round with 12V air conditioning and diesel heater installations. Mobile service available across Chicagoland — we come to you.
NO IDLING. NO NOISE.
JUST COOL AIR.
Frequently Asked Questions
A 12V DC air conditioner is a "parking" or "no-idle" cooling system designed to run entirely off a vehicle's battery bank. Unlike traditional truck AC, which requires the engine to be running to power the compressor, these units use high-efficiency DC-powered compressors to provide cooling while the engine is off.
Runtime depends on the type, capacity, and condition of your batteries. Using LiFePO4 (Lithium) batteries offers significantly longer runtimes:
- 300Ah Battery: Can run for 7–10 hours.
- 600Ah Battery: Can run for 15–20 hours. ⭐ Most Popular.
- 900Ah Battery: Can run for 30+ hours on a full charge.
The total cost for a professional setup generally breaks down as follows:
- Unit Cost: $500 – $700.
- Labor: $800 – $1,500.
- System Upgrades: $1,000 – $2,000 (e.g., battery or electrical enhancements).
A standard installation generally takes 4 to 8 hours (half to a full day). Complex jobs involving extensive electrical modifications or specialized mounting can take up to 20 hours of labor.
Yes. Excessive idling causes significantly more wear than driving because the engine does not reach its optimal operating temperature. This leads to carbon buildup on cylinder walls, fuel dilution of engine oil, and clogged Diesel Particulate Filters (DPF).
Yes. We install professional diesel heaters that connect directly to your truck's existing diesel fuel tank. These systems are commonly installed alongside AC units to provide complete, year-round climate control without ever needing to idle your engine.
We proudly serve the Greater Chicagoland area. Please call us today to confirm if we offer mobile service in your location.
Serving the I-55 Corridor & Greater Chicagoland · Mobile Service Available
Plainfield, IL · Joliet, IL · Romeoville, IL · Bolingbrook, IL · Naperville, IL · Aurora, IL · Lockport, IL • Shorewood, IL • Minooka, IL • Channahon, IL • Elgin, IL • Manhattan, IL • Rockford, IL · Chicago, IL · Gary, IN