Thread: DIY heat pump??
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Old 03-17-2009, 11:23 PM   #39 (permalink)
AC_Hacker
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Hello,

I've been doing considerable hacking on refrigeration and Ground Source Heat Pumps for the last year.

I ripped into an old de-humidifier and tore out the air-to-air heat exchangers and replaced them with some small liquid-to-liquid heat exchangers. I then re-charged the unit with Propane (it really works!) and did some tests. I got some surprisingly good test results.

I am now focusing on boring holes in the back yard. A bigger task than I would have guessed, but I'm persistant.

I have loads of photos, graphs, etc. if anyone is interested.

Cheers,

-AC
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