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Forum: Solar Heating

04-10-15, 02:39 AM

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Any reason not to use ibc water tote for storage?

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Posted By gtojohn

Thanks Ferox! 85c=185f and 55c is 131f. I can...

Thanks Ferox! 85c=185f and 55c is 131f. I can work within those parameters. I haven't bought the tote yet, I'm still framing. 2nd floor is decked and roof framing is next. Its been hot enough here...

Forum: Solar Heating

03-12-15, 08:25 AM

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Any reason not to use ibc water tote for storage?

Views: 19,153

Posted By gtojohn

Thanks for the research and responses. The tote...

Thanks for the research and responses. The tote location will be underneath a pier and beam crawlspace, back edge of structure sloping down hill, so no immediate threat. My biggest loss would be the...

Forum: Solar Heating

03-11-15, 02:34 AM

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Any reason not to use ibc water tote for storage?

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Posted By gtojohn

What I've read through so far is most are made of...

What I've read through so far is most are made of HDPE which can withstand up to 230F continuous. I've found a few blanket heaters for ibc totes, their thermostat ratings range from 130, 160 and 212F...

Forum: Solar Heating

03-09-15, 10:01 AM

Replies: 13

Any reason not to use ibc water tote for storage?

Views: 19,153

Posted By gtojohn

Any reason not to use ibc water tote for storage?

I'm hatching a plan for my solar hot water collection. I need a storage tank and it seems the 255 or 330 gallon ibc totes would be ideal candidates. I believe the max temperature rating for the...

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