THERMOL 81 degree SOLAR ENERGY HEAT STORAGE ROD 6ft. Phase Change/NaSO4 PVC CELL

Description

Thermol 81 Solar Energy Storage Rod made by PSI Energy Systems in the late 1970s period -- utilizes a PCM for storage of heat- a Phase Change Material which consists of a compounding of Glauber's Salt (NaSO4) that melts and freezes at 81 and 82 degrees Fahrenheit: a most perfect temperature for plants and animals as well as people
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PVC tubing with crimped ends
and measures 3 1/2 in. by 6 foot long// about 33 pounds --
-- last two photos show the pile of rods: only one is included with this listing, though you can buy as many as you wish
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they begin to liquify inside at around 70 degrees in the direct sun, and 'sound' about half fluid at 80 degrees - they are all fluid sounding at 90 plus - - some smudging and light soiling/dustiness to the tube
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