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Help identifying this radiator

Wayne Heid
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I found this radiator while performing a heat load and radiator survey. It looks vaguely familiar but I can't identify it from any of my books. Anyone recognize the logo on the plug?
Wayne
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That's a "Corto"
made by American Radiator Co. You should find the name around the bottom pipe tapping.
Cortos were made in two patterns. The original had a section spacing of 2 inches, and had non-standard EDR ratings. Later models used the standard 2-1/2" spacing, and are similar to other large-tube rads.0 -
Corto EDR
Thanks Frank. The lettering at the bottom tapping is obscured by multiple layers of paint but I believe you're right (as usual). The sections are 2" c-c. Any idea how to calculate the EDR for these? I have a house full of them. This particular one is 23" high, 5 tube, 18 section. Do I dare extrapolate from the 2-1/2" tables?
Wayne0 -
Here you go
I thought I'd sent this to Dan, but it isn't in the Library. It comes from the 1925 "Ideal Fitter". Dan, feel free to include it.0 -
Perfect.
Thanks so much.
Wayne0 -
Thanks, Steamhead
Could you send me that as a pdf when you have the time. I'll add it to the Library.Retired and loving it.0 -
On the way
just got power back to my house.0
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