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06-15-2005, 12:57 AM #1
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A contractor said he would install a torpedo return for my return drop. I think this is also called a radiused return. He said it would allow my spaceguard filter to use more of it's surface area. Is there any value to have a return that curves into the air filter. Does it make the filter work better or decrease the static or is it mostly cosmetic?I have seen a return like this on some of the installs that are on the wall of pride.
[Edited by heetseeker on 06-15-2005 at 08:01 AM]
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06-19-2005, 10:09 AM #2
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it should curve into your filter for better operation but you will see no difference in performance . should cost less then $50 in parts and take 10 minutes to fix. honestly not that big of a deal
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06-19-2005, 12:39 PM #3
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Radiused els are less restrictive, give better air flow.
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06-20-2005, 03:52 PM #4
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Radiused els ,need bothe the inside and outside to have a radius,to be benificial.The inside turn is often too small,or not there at all,in which case it does littel good.
Properly done they will be less resistance(static) than a square elbow,and can improve airflow.
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