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Xringer · 12-25-2009, 01:42 PM

I'm thinking of using a 75 ohm load resistor, and four panels in parallel, to heat hot water.
I'm wondering if we will even notice 819 BTUh.?.

But it would make for a low parts count.

12-25-2009, 01:42 PM	#56 (permalink)
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