csst verse copper wound coil
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csst verse copper wound coil
im building a modular ccvm to convert from pot to reflux with triclover clamps to share the liebig, but was wondering for the rc what the pros and cons of using 3/8 od to wind in double helix or to use a csst flex pipe to knock down the vapors. i would appreciate any thoughts.
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First tell us what the column is made of then what you stuffing in it.
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I doubt you will wind a double helix out of 3/8” for a 2” column . 1/4” is better suited .
With a CCVM , you need to be able to move the RC up and down , but it must stay where you put it . Consensus would favour CSST with interwound scrubbers as a simple solution . If you use a copper coil , you have to wedge it or put chocks between coils to hold it in place .
With a CCVM , you need to be able to move the RC up and down , but it must stay where you put it . Consensus would favour CSST with interwound scrubbers as a simple solution . If you use a copper coil , you have to wedge it or put chocks between coils to hold it in place .
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I've not found this to be true. My copper wound coil fits snugly through the SS ferrule and stays in place. It all depends on the diameter you wind it I guess.Yummyrum wrote: ↑Sun Jan 17, 2021 10:18 pm I doubt you will wind a double helix out of 3/8” for a 2” column . 1/4” is better suited .
With a CCVM , you need to be able to move the RC up and down , but it must stay where you put it . Consensus would favour CSST with interwound scrubbers as a simple solution . If you use a copper coil , you have to wedge it or put chocks between coils to hold it in place .
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I've not found this to be true. My copper wound coil fits snugly through the SS ferrule and stays in place. It all depends on the diameter you wind it I guess.
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Hi , what size , power of pump do you use to pump water through your condenser
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Hi , what size , power of pump do you use to pump water through your condenser
Thanks
Re: csst verse copper wound coil
A 3/8 tube is a bad choice in my opinion: I don't think you would be able to wrap it, even if the column were bigger. Do not go larger than 1/4 for a 2 inch column if you choose copper, while if you choose ctss you cannot spiral but you have to perform a "twisted" shape, I saw a post here on the forum with photos. Both will work, ctss is used because it is easy to mold (if you have enough space) and offers a good contact surface. Mine is made with a mixture of ctss and copper because I used some "scrap" I had.
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Hi , what size , power of pump do you use to pump water through your condenser
Thanks
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well i said 3/8 od which is 1/4 id i think its what everyone is using sure i can wrap it. i will be using a pump that is usually used for recuriculating hot water from a water heater in a residential home, just wasn't sure if copper was better or worse for the application both about the same expense. just wanted pros and cons of the two
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This is my 1/4" (od) copper coil. It slided through the ferrules between the extension and the take off T with some friction. It's plenty efficient for a 2" column. For a 3 inch, I'd suggest CCST or a double helix wound copper coil.
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Deplorable do you run two separate water pumpsDeplorable wrote: ↑Mon Jan 18, 2021 6:42 pm This is my 1/4" (od) copper coil. It slided through the ferrules between the extension and the take off T with some friction. It's plenty efficient for a 2" column. For a 3 inch, I'd suggest CCST or a double helix wound copper coil.
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3/8 double coil will not fit a 2" but a single coil of 3/8 will fit and work as well as a double 1/4 with less back pressure.
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I'm using a copper double helix with some scrubbers jammed in it stays in place beautifully.
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that was ny thought will one pump ran through liebig then to rc using 1/4 inch copper be enough flow in the liebigDurhommer wrote: ↑Tue Jan 19, 2021 6:59 amDeplorable do you run two separate water pumpsDeplorable wrote: ↑Mon Jan 18, 2021 6:42 pm This is my 1/4" (od) copper coil. It slided through the ferrules between the extension and the take off T with some friction. It's plenty efficient for a 2" column. For a 3 inch, I'd suggest CCST or a double helix wound copper coil.
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Re: csst verse copper wound coil
Based on the few experiments I've done.
It would seem, stuffing copper mesh around the coils decreases the knock done power.
It would seem, stuffing copper mesh around the coils decreases the knock done power.
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No. I run two separate gate valves off a pressure regulated water manifold from my garden hose and waste the cooling water.Durhommer wrote: ↑Tue Jan 19, 2021 6:59 amDeplorable do you run two separate water pumpsDeplorable wrote: ↑Mon Jan 18, 2021 6:42 pm This is my 1/4" (od) copper coil. It slided through the ferrules between the extension and the take off T with some friction. It's plenty efficient for a 2" column. For a 3 inch, I'd suggest CCST or a double helix wound copper coil.
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Interesting. I'll try my next run without it. Only have one run so far.
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Hows it doi g reflux? What proof did you getDeplorable wrote: ↑Tue Jan 19, 2021 4:42 pmInteresting. I'll try my next run without it. Only have one run so far.
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93% on 35 inches of packed copper mesh. 6 gallons of feints diluted to 35%. Not to bad for a first attempt.
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Would you mind a run down of your process
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Re: csst verse copper wound coil
The back pressure spoken of is through the coil, I think
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back pressure of cooling water through the RF coil is a problem in recirculation systems where a pump is used to circulate the cooling water. the back pressure increase the negative of lift and speed of circulation.
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My apologies thought you were referring to back pressure within the column... stupid me