What is the appeal of copper? Because they can't chew through it? I can us with soffit vents w/out compromising air flow?
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They don't like the taste--just like steel wool, but no rust. Yes, you can use this on soffit vents without compromising air flow. It is also lightweight, so won't need more than a few staples for installation.
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They can't chew through it nor does it rust out like other screens do. It would be better if you had copper screening installed in your soffit vent. Yes, this would allow airflow still, but screen would be easier to handle than the mesh. The mesh is more intended for complicated spaces that won't take screen easily.
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Apparently it is something they don't like to chew. Yes, I see no reason you couldn't put it in the soffits, but I think a screen form would be better there.
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I cant think of any except remember the air pipe is bigger than other bath fans and may not fit in wall plus do not reduce size of pipe fittings from the fan. With that said i have seen them mounter on the wall flush to the ceiling. And finally remember the purpose...to remove smells and stem (moisture) in the bathroom...so the lower down the wall the less steam remived quickly.
1250909
It is not solid copper. What it is, many small copper copper wires are wound to together.
1898504
It is because it has lead in the copper. I bought one and am using it in California. Yes you can. You have my permission.
1346943
Not copper it's alumn with copper on it. but it does the job , actually if you check the overhead power by PG&E most of them are pure alumn and they are permanent this you only use in a few seconds so what's the concern of having pure copper if it will only drive the cost like 3x or more.
493453
I've been told that there is better heat distribution with the thicker metal. Hope that helps :)
680103
I don't believe they're designed for that. Although they are brass, moisture would get internal rusting.
25399
We added a second pair of stainless screws on each side of the flue joint and they helped. Low and medium speed are fine and high is noisy but bearable. Medium is probably enough for most needs. The problem is that the fan seems to not be balanced. Looks great and tenants are happy with it.
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That little white tab that pull out, don't. It makes no sense. It allows very little out side air to come in. Makes the a/c less efficient when the a/c is working. Plus, insects can come through it. The picture only trying to show you how it works, it only opens so far. It's only an options for outside air, but if you leave it open while using the a/c instead of just the fan, then your a/c will not cool your place as well and you'll use more electricity.
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I have had no problem. Air vents on bottom. But the stainless exterior is a pain to keep nice without smudges and markings
717037
There are two small openings on each side at the rear of the bin. They are not an intentional ventilation feature, however, I'm just agreeing that it is not an airtight bread bin. I'd also consider the finish stainless steel...matches my appliances perfectly.
991563
I would not use them for that. You need something that air will actively be pushed thru.
1048455
Ours, ceiling mounted, runs quite warm. I second the recommendation to use standoffs to increase airflow around the unit. I suspect that will help it last longer.
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The more ventilation the better. As long as you have pleanty of soffit vents three would work well particularly if you live in a climate that has high heat and humidity
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It sure ain't copper!....seems to be aluminum or similar light metal. I've had mine for about six months fully exposed to the elements and they're holding up fine. They do develop a layer of soot on the exterior as they burn, but you can easily wipe them clean when you refill.
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Not copper it's alumn with copper on it. but it does the job , actually if you check the overhead power by PG&E; most of them are pure alumn and they are permanent this you only use in a few seconds so what's the concern of having pure copper if it will only drive the cost like 3x or more.
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The power is I think a 14 or 16 ga 4 conductor nothing special you can get from lowes. The copper is I think 1/4 and 3/8? I can be wrong but something close. And the flair out the ends and you can use the caps that come on the unit and just insulate the pipe how ever you see fit for the install. Don't forget the drain!. Also I don't think that you can go more than 25' with out having to adds one freon. 26 28 maybe no prob. I would pull a vacuum hook the lines up with an oil loop. It's like a 1 to 2' loop in the line to keep oil from doing something? Sorry can't remember why but I know you need to. It will add some more ft' to your install. Just read if you have to have it or not? I did because I was only 12' away. I hope that this didn't cause more questions than answers. You can go to lowes and get copper line and then caps that cover the unit during shipping you put on the copper lines then flair the ends out. Hook up vacuum down then let out the freon. Have fun.