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Swamp cooler project pics
This is version 2.0..........
I first made a small box 12x6x7 (LWH). I then mounted a 4 inch bilge blower and chambered it off using styrofoam and old paneling cause it was free. I then made a top and mounted computer radiators (90mm type) so to center over the bower end chambers. I used some cheap plastic water line and did the plumbing. Each radiator has its own circulation pump, submersible miniature12v type. I used mostly tinsel tape and latex caulk to stick things together.
I used 2 radiators for good cooling. The air is sucked into the first cooling chamber and blown out the second cooling chamber using one blower motor. This is somewhat similar to a window a/c using a one motor concept.
I checked the current draw. It was 2.68A, max speed. This amperage included both circulate pumps and the blower. Not bad for a roll ur own.
The fan and pump noise is tolerable, but I can't hear jack anyway.
I filled the cooler with enough water to cover the circulate pumps, put in a couple of trays of ice and rolled it outside. Worked just fine. I sat wit the the cooler and didn't get uncomfortable. A few degrees makes a big difference.
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Tomorrow I will put in a couple of bags of ice and see how long it cools. This is a prototype, nothing of beauty here.
I enjoy piddling. Can't catch fish.
