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by ericnlyvone
Wed Aug 26, 2009 5:19 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Wireless HVAC Fan controller
Replies: 7
Views: 3192

Re: Wireless HVAC Fan controller

Jwax, I have a speedcontroller chosen that is made specifically for the fan. Cost's about $30.00. I'm told that the controllers for ceiling fans don't work very well for this sort of fan. CeaSar, I hadn't considered a timer approach. I'll have to give it some thought, that just might work! Thanks,
by ericnlyvone
Wed Aug 26, 2009 3:49 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Wireless HVAC Fan controller
Replies: 7
Views: 3192

Re: Wireless HVAC Fan controller

I've already used that approach with the previous and weaker fan. The problem is that when the new fan turns on it produces enough air flow to keep the microswitch engaged after the main airhandler turns off. I've tried adjusting the size of the "sail" on the switch to no avail. I may try ...
by ericnlyvone
Tue Aug 25, 2009 9:16 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Wireless HVAC Fan controller
Replies: 7
Views: 3192

Wireless HVAC Fan controller

I have a room in my house that needs a "boost" from the HVAC system. I want to install a fan in the flexible ducts that service the room. However, these ducts are in the attic and the main air handler is in the basement. I'd like to come up with a wireless system that will turn the duct fa...
by ericnlyvone
Wed Feb 27, 2008 7:18 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Flash Light Project (Feb 08 N&V)
Replies: 29
Views: 13188

Russ wrote: Is this true for any number of LEDs? I was under the impression that the feedback control limited the pump when the number of LED <5. I can understand why there isn't enough energy when 9 LEDs are used, but what about when 4<# LEDs<9? What discriminates the amount of energy in that confi...