[Greenbuilding] flat plat collectors

[Gary BIs]

The MTD collector uses black polyester felt to spread the water across the full 
surface of a metal backing plate.
I've wondered about the life of the felt, but some of the MTD collectors are 
about 5 years old and the owners report they are doing well so far.

Gary

On 12:59 PM, Corwyn wrote:
> On 10/11/2011 10:56 AM, Gary BIs wrote:
>> Hi Joe,
>> Yes -- I'm eager to see how the traditional flat plate compares to the
>> MTD -- I think that the the MTD might do fine.
>>
>> I'm probably a bit prejudiced on this, but I think from a life and long
>> term maintenance point of view, the traditional flat plate may have some
>> advantages. I'm just a little concerned about keeping the trickle tube
>> trickling over 20 years.
>
> I suspect that a _mostly_ wet cotton towel would not have a very long 
> lifespan.  And when it dies, it could well take the pump with it.
>
> Thank You Kindly,
>
> Corwyn
>