No, the main problem with a compressor based cooler is they stuck too much humidity out very quickly turning buds crispy dry. That’s why people drying in compressor based fridges put the buds in pizza boxes or paper bags to keep humidity more even.
I don’t know if everyone will agree on one best setting, but I set my Inkbird at 1% difference, and if putting directly in from chop I set the rh at 76% and see how it goes. It’s usually a good starting point. If the dehumidifier can’t keep up you can raise the rh, but by starting at 76% it generally will work fine unless the buds are particularly wet. I set my temp at 55f. Hope that helps and welcome to the club!
I’m coastal so I haven’t had to use any sponges or anything to maintain humidity. I’ll probably bag them up soon since the weather is getting warmer.
I have never used sponges either and never had a problem with bud over drying.
Thank you. I found a really good deal on a new (clearance) compressor based Wine Cooler. Guess I need to grab some paper bags and give it a shot.
I would guess with a compressor fridge you are more likely to need a humidifier than a dehumidifier. First thing I would do if I were you is stick some type of temperature/humidity sensor in the fridge and see what it does empty. See how much the temp and humidity change when the compressor kicks on. Then put some wet towels in it and again see what happens when the compressor kicks on. Then work from there. If nothing else you can always use it for storage after you dry.
