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    Cold weather charging



    It's that time of the year in Chicago to be charging on rooftops in -5F to -15F temps. Any leads on good ***** tank 115v. heater jackets ? Most counters don't have any better ideas but wrapping heat tape around the can. Any leads would be appreciated. Those blends are hard enough to load without the sub-zero temps. Thanks and stay warm !!


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    Re: Cold weather charging

    Some use portable small gas-fired torches. I don't suggest that for safety concerns, but it may be the only choice in absence of a plug.

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    Re: Cold weather charging

    i use a drain line heater around cylinder works well

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    Re: Cold weather charging

    I use one from this company, warms up really quick and it`s 115v
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    Re: Cold weather charging

    It might sound silly but got a portable hob 1500watt 230v and i put a thin metal plate over it and then the large gas bottle on top ,i charged 140kg r22 in 3 hours at outside temperature was 2c the system was already part charged

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    Re: Cold weather charging

    Rubbish Bin full of hot water is what I use, if available. Just submerse the refrigerant bottle and your away.
    dsp

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    Re: Cold weather charging

    an old stick on crankcase heater mat stuck on to an back support belt.but at -15F i'd be tempted to but it under my jacket and sod the refrigerant

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    Re: Cold weather charging

    Thanks to all who responded to my situation. I have inquired about both nike123 's Robinair unit and glenn1340's airservco heater. Pricing always a concern but will gladly pay if it works. Know both companies' reputation so can't go wrong. Thanks again for the leads. Have a good day !!
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    Re: Cold weather charging

    I use a domestic electric blanket, ( type that heats your bed up ). Sometimes if it's very cold I'll wrap some armaflex sheet around to avoid heat loss. For me this is 230V (UK).

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    Re: Cold weather charging

    I apologize for the delay in responding to how your advice turned out but serious family medical situation took over my time. Happy to say all is well and improving every day. I checked out both nike and glenn's suggestions and went with glenn's only because of availability and ease of ordering thru local counter. I am , again , grateful for the help and will always try to return the favor to all who need help. Thanks and best to everyone !!!
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    Re: Cold weather charging

    go to Graingers and type in band heaters, there are 9 pages of them
    Rich

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