Is Auto Ignition On Coal-Trol Still Available?

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Post by poconoman » Fri. Mar. 19, 2010 12:39 pm

Coal-trol auto ignition. Is it available or it's been canned?

 
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Post by pvolcko » Fri. Mar. 19, 2010 10:12 pm

We did sell the kits for a couple months, but we stopped after discovering some unreasonable variation in element endurance (some lasted for the spec'd time, others would run into problems in a couple weeks). We've since found a metal alloy that solves the problem, but availability is extremely limited so we're on standby for the time being. We're supporting those units we've sold to the public with full original warranty, but we couldn't in good conscience continue to put the product out there until we get the new batch of elements in stock.

 
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Post by MiscCheetah » Thu. Apr. 22, 2010 6:52 pm

Just wondering how the ignitor project is going? Any ideas when it'll be available?


 
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Post by pvolcko » Thu. Apr. 22, 2010 9:46 pm

Unfortunately we're still on standby. We'll definitely be posting when we get more information.

 
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Post by MiscCheetah » Thu. May. 13, 2010 5:27 pm

I am wondering if there is any word on the automatic ignition project? When it is completed, I am confidant you will create a success, will it be a universal kit?

 
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Post by EarthWindandFire » Fri. Dec. 31, 2010 7:30 pm

I suggest experimenting with graphite in either a radiant form or as an arc type ignitor. You could try using a graphite rod or block and hooking it up to dc current until it conducts with enough heat to ignite anthracite. The graphite could be easily replaced as it will eventually disintegrate and is readily available from many sources. The block could be replaced easily in the field by the stove owner.

Another method could be using sealed halogen heating elements similar to what a residential cooktop range uses. I'm sure an experiment using a steel sauce pan with the bottom cut out and filled half full with coal and then placed on the halogen heating element from a cooking stove would prove the theory workable or just folly.

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