Stackolator and Mini Stackolator
The Stackolator
Demonstrates Heat Loss Concepts
The Stackolator demonstrates one of the fundamental concepts related to building heat loss. A heater in the base heats the air inside and creates the delta-T that drives stack effect. As the heated air inside rises, it passes out through the upper holes and cooler air rushes into the lower holes to replace the lost air. Using a smoke pen or smoke puffer makes the air movement caused by stack effect visible. Blocking different holes demonstrates the effect of partial air-sealing in buildings. The same effect happens in our homes and contributes to higher heating or cooling bills. The Stackolator is popular in schools, BPI training programs, and at home shows. Price: $110.00+S&H
Demonstrates Heat Loss Concepts
The Stackolator demonstrates one of the fundamental concepts related to building heat loss. A heater in the base heats the air inside and creates the delta-T that drives stack effect. As the heated air inside rises, it passes out through the upper holes and cooler air rushes into the lower holes to replace the lost air. Using a smoke pen or smoke puffer makes the air movement caused by stack effect visible. Blocking different holes demonstrates the effect of partial air-sealing in buildings. The same effect happens in our homes and contributes to higher heating or cooling bills. The Stackolator is popular in schools, BPI training programs, and at home shows. Price: $110.00+S&H
Mini Stackolator
Demonstrate Stack E ffect
The Mini Stackolator demonstrates stack
e ffect - a fundamental building science
concept. Simulate building heat loss due to
infi ltration and exfi ltration through building
enclosure leaks. As the air in the clear tube
is heated, students can use a smoke pen or
pocket fogger to see the moving air
currents and block diff erent holes to
simulate partial air sealing. Use the Mini
Stackolator with dry ice to demonstrate
reverse stack eff ect found in warm climates.
Price: $38.40+S&H
Demonstrate Stack E ffect
The Mini Stackolator demonstrates stack
e ffect - a fundamental building science
concept. Simulate building heat loss due to
infi ltration and exfi ltration through building
enclosure leaks. As the air in the clear tube
is heated, students can use a smoke pen or
pocket fogger to see the moving air
currents and block diff erent holes to
simulate partial air sealing. Use the Mini
Stackolator with dry ice to demonstrate
reverse stack eff ect found in warm climates.
Price: $38.40+S&H
