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| Author: | Brad Way [ Thu Nov 15, 2007 11:34 pm ] |
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I am building new bender with two blankets and am stuck between 2.5w/in? or 5w/in?. I am leaning towards the 5w/in? however it makes the electrical control more complicated because of the larger load. If I use the 2.5w/in? what will I be compromising? Thanks! |
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| Author: | tippie53 [ Fri Nov 16, 2007 12:08 am ] |
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I have been bending with blankets for about 8 years. the wattage as noted will also help with thermo loss. I use 1 blanket 5 watts per inch. I just make sure of my temps. Like Todd , Mahogany and maple like the hot and dry. Rosewoods damp . Too much water is often more trouble than too little. In most cases just a light dampening is all you need. |
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| Author: | Brad Way [ Fri Nov 16, 2007 11:26 am ] |
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Thanks for the feedback. I am still curious what people do to control two blankets that exceed 1000w (a typical dimmer setup). I am building a new style bender that I think will need a blanket on top and bottom (I will post pics later). |
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