Jul 24, 2009 · Stove #1 - VC Encore 2550 catalytic - Burning almost 24/7 in LR as primary heater (and making LOTS of creosote! - I'm not happy with it!) Stove #2 - 1979 Pro-Former, Model Z …

Nov 2, 2022 · Unless you have a backup power supply that means you can not burn the stove when the power is out. In addition, you will need a temperature and pressure relief valve on …

Jan 4, 2010 · Both sides of the stove had a sideways "W" channel of metal pipe running along the sides which were behind a metal shield. The stove was in the basement, and when you lit a …

Apr 22, 2013 · If the HX is too large then money is waster on the excess copper. The most important factor in the sizing of the HX is the heat output rating (BTU/h) of the boiler. STSS …

Jan 10, 2008 · The stove was sold, but i think I still have the SS water jacket. If interested, I will look for it. This is like mine and works great. Just remove the flue and place the jacket behind …

Apr 24, 2009 · Stove #1 - VC Encore 2550 catalytic - Burning almost 24/7 in LR as primary heater (and making LOTS of creosote! - I'm not happy with it!) Stove #2 - 1979 Pro-Former, Model Z …

Feb 14, 2015 · Quention is whether copper is suitable. Design is to construct spiral pipe and solder with silverbrite. (650 degree melting temp) First 4 feet or so will be stainless steel then …

Aug 18, 2008 · I'm going to make my own copper coils. For the coils, if I have the chance, why wouldn't I use 3/4" copper for coils instead of 1/2"? 3/4" copper has a greater surface area for …

Jan 13, 2015 · Really leaning towards a large copper coil on top of the firebox (not internal). I'm leaning towards building the insulated tank in the crawlspace as to make the heating coil the …

Oct 18, 2013 · These coils were made from a finned copper (usually 3/4”), so much the better for heat exchange. You could make your own by using 180 degree copper bends, but use high …