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Posted by: Worms ® 10/05/2005, 22:32:43 Author Profile Mail author Edit |
Hello,
I am in need of a Water chiller, and am hoping a Box Freezer can be modified to do the job. The water needs to be kept at 68degF(20degC). If the thermostat was replaced, do you think it would be a practical solution? Thanks |
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Posted by: cragyon ® 10/06/2005, 08:39:10 Author Profile Mail author Edit |
Yes, I did somthing simular years ago with a box freezer. I had to seal a couple of seams using non-toxic silicone to prevent leaks. I was actualy cooling the liquid to 52 degress F. I fit in a thermostat which cut off and on the electrical power to control the temperature. The themostat was mounted on the outside of the unit. I beleive I bought the thermostat from Graingers. I also put in a timer to ensure that the power was off for at least five minutes. This helped to prevent damage to the freezer compressor while trying to start with a head pressure and creating a over current condition. To get the water in and out, I simply drilled a hole in the top lid and used a flexable nylon tube. You will want a filter as well. Was not pretty, however it worked wonderfull. My freezer did take over night to cool the water at first. |
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Posted by: Worms ® 10/07/2005, 00:40:25 Author Profile Mail author Edit |
Excellent, I had figured it would work but was not sure.
Thanks, you have helped me greatly. |
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