Forum: Other Improvements
11-09-18, 08:02 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 17,745
I recommend checking out builditsolar.com. (For...
I recommend checking out builditsolar.com. (For example this project: https://builditsolar.com/Projects/Sunspace/SikoraSunspace/SikoraSunspace.htm) They do wonderful things there with solar heating,...
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Forum: Appliances & Gadgets
05-08-18, 09:22 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 6,146
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Forum: Geothermal & Heat Pumps
08-16-17, 03:15 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 14,987
The programme runs automatically and I don't...
The programme runs automatically and I don't think I'm able to turn it off. It runs if the temperature hasn't reached 65 degrees Celcius for 14 days. I would have preferred to be able to control how...
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Forum: Geothermal & Heat Pumps
08-15-17, 10:27 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 14,987
Usage Update
The unit has been running over 2 months now, so I thought it would be time to post a usage update. Combined with the previous posts it should give everyone a good idea of the operating costs and...
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Forum: Conservation
07-31-17, 07:48 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 6,211
Had to dig up some of that old aerodynamics...
Had to dig up some of that old aerodynamics theory, but I think you could try with:
Delta P = f * Rho * (L / D) * (v^2 / 2); f=64/Re
Delta P = Pressure loss
Rho = Density air
L = Length pipe...
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Forum: Appliances & Gadgets
07-10-17, 08:10 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 11,006
Buy a new Fridge
I don't know how large your fridge is, but modern fridge freezers use so little energy I doubt it worth the effort. If it really bothers you running an air-conditioner to cool down the kitchen would...
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Forum: Geothermal & Heat Pumps
06-24-17, 12:38 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 14,987
Usage
I've been running the unit for 10 days now and I can't say I'm not satisfied with it. I thought you might want to see some numbers.
Using the water for showering and washing some dishes; the unit...
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Forum: Geothermal & Heat Pumps
06-21-17, 03:22 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 14,987
I bought it at:...
I bought it at: https://tuclimatizaciononline.es/bomba-de-calor-para-agua-caliente-sanitaria-panasonic-paw-dhwm80znt.html but there are more suppliers in Europe in the Netherlands, France, Germany...
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Forum: Geothermal & Heat Pumps
06-21-17, 08:35 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 14,987
The Numbers + Photo's
Of course you all are wondering when this investment is going to make sense. So therefore I did a quick calculation for you all. Also some photo's
The current electricity rates in the Netherlands...
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Forum: Geothermal & Heat Pumps
06-21-17, 08:23 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 14,987
Paw-dhwm80znt
I'm going to hook the unit up to a kill-a-watt and will be posting my experiences. Would be great if this thread could give some extra info on this product group. There is very limited information on...
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Forum: Geothermal & Heat Pumps
06-20-17, 05:43 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 14,987
Panasonic Heat pump boiler
I've got great respect for the guys building their own heatpump systems, but didn't want you guys to miss out on this one.
Due to high subsidies on heat pumps in the Netherlands I was able to pick...
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Forum: Lighting
03-14-15, 04:13 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 13,715
I had the same problem and bought these: 2015...
I had the same problem and bought these: 2015 newest 78mm LED R7S light 6w 360 degree beam angle J118 R7S lamp replace halogen lamp 118mm 135mm 189mmAC85 265V-in LED Bulbs & Tubes from Lights &...
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Forum: Appliances & Gadgets
01-23-15, 10:21 AM
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Replies: 32
Views: 22,945
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Forum: Appliances & Gadgets
01-23-15, 09:57 AM
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Replies: 32
Views: 22,945
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Forum: Appliances & Gadgets
01-23-15, 09:40 AM
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Replies: 32
Views: 22,945
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Forum: Appliances & Gadgets
01-23-15, 09:06 AM
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Replies: 32
Views: 22,945
You know what, if you want to believe what you...
You know what, if you want to believe what you believe then please do. This is my final thought, the James Randi foundation offers $1M (One Million US Dollars) to anyone who can provide proof of a...
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Forum: Appliances & Gadgets
01-23-15, 03:09 AM
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Replies: 32
Views: 22,945
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Forum: Appliances & Gadgets
01-22-15, 10:49 AM
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Replies: 32
Views: 22,945
The earth's magnetic field is caused by molten...
The earth's magnetic field is caused by molten highly conductive particles spinning around in the core of the earth. Then you say but isn't that a perpetual motion machine, earth is not slowing down!...
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Forum: Appliances & Gadgets
01-22-15, 06:13 AM
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Replies: 32
Views: 22,945
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Forum: Appliances & Gadgets
01-18-15, 03:13 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 6,112
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Forum: Lighting
01-16-15, 09:22 AM
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Replies: 157
Views: 143,566
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Forum: Geothermal & Heat Pumps
01-16-15, 09:00 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 10,713
Peltiers used to generate electricity are not...
Peltiers used to generate electricity are not very efficient and produce more power when the difference between the hot and the cold side is larger. So using the waste water to generate electricity...
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Forum: Geothermal & Heat Pumps
01-15-15, 08:07 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 10,713
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Forum: Geothermal & Heat Pumps
01-14-15, 11:25 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 10,713
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Forum: Geothermal & Heat Pumps
01-14-15, 10:35 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 10,713
Shower water heat pump
I have been lurking the forums for a while and enjoy the cool DIY going on here. I'm always busy with some small projects here and there, but now I've found that I need some more input than just my...
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