How to Measure for a Steam Boiler
A steam boiler is a type of device used to heat a home or space by heating water. The water in the boiler turns to steam and the steam passes through pipes around the house, transferring heat as it goes. Steam boilers are typically installed in a basement, utility closet or other type of space. Its a good idea to measure this space and make sure there is enough room to fit your boiler before you purchase. Does this Spark an idea?
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Determine the level of clearance needed for the area surrounding your steam boiler. Because the main boiler will get hot, typically it is not recommended that you install it sitting against a wall or other type of structure. Oftentimes in the technical specifications of your boiler will be a specific number of inches that need to be between the boiler and the wall and the boiler and your ceiling.
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Measure the space you plan on installing the boiler in for height. Find the exact height of your boiler on its original technical specifications. Add to this the number required for clearance. For example, if your boiler is 50 inches in height and requires 10 inches of clearance, measure from the ground to 60 inches in height to make sure the boiler is going to fit.
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Measure for the diameter of your boiler. Because boilers are typically circular in shape, they don't have "length" and "width" measurements but will instead have a diameter. This is the distance from one edge of the boiler, across the center and to the other edge. Add to this number the amount of space required on all sides for clearance. For example, if your boiler has a 25 inch diameter and requires 10 inches on all sides for clearance, measure a distance of 35 inches across the floor in the area where your boiler will be installed and make sure the unit is actually going to fit.
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