\"Homemade Quik Trak\"

Duncan_2

Kevin, I'm not so sure thin flashing type "plates" would increase the output (heat flux) all that much. I am VERY skeptical of some claims being made for some stuff out there.

I say this because conduction is a function of area, and thin metal -like flashing- simply doesn't have the cross sectional area as true extruded heat transfer plates.

Definitely, closer spacing for less striping and lower system temps.

kevin_5

Making your own Quik Trak

I got some information about using wood and heat emission plates to make your own, and was wondering if there is any reason that Oriented Strand Board (OSB) could not be used.
It is used on roofs under shingles so it looks like it could stand the heat. It sure would be cheaper than plywood. Also, is their any reason I couldn't run the tube 16" on center if our program says it will match the heat loss? That would help price too. Any ideas? Thanks, Kevin

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hot_rod

Maximum temperatures

in my opinion, would be the limiting factor. Personally I think 150 should be the maximum continous temperature that "glued together" wood products should see. Check with the manufacture of the product to see what they are comfortable with. Hate to see you outgassed to death

Granted, roof sheathing can see high temperatures, but generally not a 24/7 like a heating system might present in design conditions.

I think plywood holds nails a bit better than OSB. However framers around here have switched to Advantech (sp) which is an incrediably dense wafer/ osb type of product. It really holds the nails. It's being used for decking as well as roofing applications.

Wide spacing may meet the load, but generally requires higher temperatures. You may also notice stripping as you walk across that wide of spacing. Tighten it up, would be my advise.

hot rod

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kevin_5

Thanks for the advice

I appreciate it. I will do a lot of figuring and checking and let you know what we come up with. Kevin

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kevin_5

Thanks for the advice

I appreciate it. I will do a lot of figuring and checking and let you know what we come up with. Kevin

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