Current manufacturers of cast iron steam radiators

steamrad

Could someone please provide a list of current manufacturers of cast iron 1 pipe steam radiators (preferably with a 4-1/2 " dimension from floor to center of pipe hole)? Burham 's website shows a slenderized version with a 2-1/2" floor to center of hole dimension but I haven't been able to find others. There are companies offering contemporary styles but we are looking for classic tube style. Also, is it unwise to replace with a used radiator even if it has been pressure tested because of the potential or likelihood of leaking on down the road?

Rod

Cast Iron Radiators

Hi - New Radiators- Since you already mentioned Burnham you might also want to look at Governale      http://www.governaleindustries.com/index.cfm



On used radiators -  Keep in mind that residential steam systems run at under 2 PSI so leaking normally isn't a problem if the radiators pass a pressure test.



Use the "Search the Wall" button and type in "Radiator Ranger".  Gwen Healy has posted a lot of good info on used radiators.

- Rod

MDNLansing

Salvage

Try and architectural salvage house. Like mentioned above, since then run low pressures a simple lower pressure test with air will tell you if they will leak or not. Chances are, used ones will be solid and still seal well, while matching the style you are looking for.