[TheForge] propane forge

Sun Mar 31 22:48:04 2002

Agreeing with Jay, also keep in mind that a square shape has 20% more volume
than the same diameter round (cylindrical) shape, thus using more fuel, heat
and material. Of course, a square one wouldn't roll off the table.  <G>
dave m.

----- Original Message -----
From: Jay Hayes <[email protected]>
To: <[email protected]>
Sent: Sunday, March 31, 2002 1:55 PM
Subject: Re: [TheForge] propane forge

> The cylindrical shape has several advantages for a small forge. The shape
> naturally holds the ceramic fiber in place without the need of any type of
> mechanical fasteners. ITC-100 is not an absolute necessity to hold the
ceramic
> fiber in place. The ITC coating is used because it makes the forge cheaper
to
> operate as well as to seal the fibers to help keep them from becoming
airborne.
>
> The cylindrical shape also provides a more even heat distribution from
both
> convection of the combustion gasses and radiation from the ceramic fiber.
The
> radiation aspect is also further improved with the ITC coating.
>
> Lastly, the cylindrical shape is cheaper to build. It uses less material
and is
> a simpler construction. That is not to say other shapes won't work.
Everyone has
> their own preferences.
>
> Jay Hayes
>
> Gladish Family wrote:
>
> > Speaking of forges, is there a reason to make forges cylindrical?
> > I have plenty of cylinders lying around, but rather than get into the
> > trouble and expense of ITC, I think I'll make a steel box, line it with
> > Kaowool for insulation, line that with firebrick for refraction, and
stick a
> > blown burner in the top.
> > Is there any way to tell in advance whether the firebrick I have will
> > reflect heat? Or is this trial and error?
> > Andy G.
> >
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