Babington Burner - Revision history

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	***Including a novel Diesel Heated [[Glass Cooktop]] , A [[CHP]] design quite similar to the [[Hydraunic Stove]] albeit much more compact, and an [[Adsorbtiob Refrigerator]] (I think a [[Propane Refrigerator]] modified to run on diesel - [[User: Eric]]		***Including a novel Diesel Heated [[Glass Cooktop]] , A [[CHP]] design quite similar to the [[Hydraunic Stove]] albeit much more compact, and an [[Adsorbtiob Refrigerator]] (I think a [[Propane Refrigerator]] modified to run on diesel - [[User: Eric]]
	***Also mentions their DoD work although their current webpage has more info on that		***Also mentions their DoD work although their current webpage has more info on that
			***Also showcases the ease of ignition, a standard match, and [[Ferrocerium]] based Striker (akin to those used for [[Oxy-Fuel Torches]] were used to great effect
			****The commercial device used HV Electric Ignition if i remember correctly, but [[Dissimilar Redundancy]] / backups in the case of emergency is a neat option which is an advantage over [[Glow Plug]] / [[Hot Bulb Engine]] type startup sequences/requirements
	*[https://youtu.be/fjmRROczp2c?si=T3WbUoq-rfUK_LrU A Video by the YouTube Channel “James Eckenrode” Titled “Babington Instruction #1” ] ( ‘’’~13 Minute Watch’’’ )		*[https://youtu.be/fjmRROczp2c?si=T3WbUoq-rfUK_LrU A Video by the YouTube Channel “James Eckenrode” Titled “Babington Instruction #1” ] ( ‘’’~13 Minute Watch’’’ )
	**In depth teardown of an airtronics unit such as that used in the [[Ration Heater]]		**In depth teardown of an airtronics unit such as that used in the [[Ration Heater]]

Eric: Added some more links under the “External Links” section

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	***Including a novel Diesel Heated [[Glass Cooktop]] , A [[CHP]] design quite similar to the [[Hydraunic Stove]] albeit much more compact, and an [[Adsorbtiob Refrigerator]] (I think a [[Propane Refrigerator]] modified to run on diesel - [[User: Eric]]		***Including a novel Diesel Heated [[Glass Cooktop]] , A [[CHP]] design quite similar to the [[Hydraunic Stove]] albeit much more compact, and an [[Adsorbtiob Refrigerator]] (I think a [[Propane Refrigerator]] modified to run on diesel - [[User: Eric]]
	***Also mentions their DoD work although their current webpage has more info on that		***Also mentions their DoD work although their current webpage has more info on that
			*[https://youtu.be/fjmRROczp2c?si=T3WbUoq-rfUK_LrU A Video by the YouTube Channel “James Eckenrode” Titled “Babington Instruction #1” ] ( ‘’’~13 Minute Watch’’’ )
			**In depth teardown of an airtronics unit such as that used in the [[Ration Heater]]
			**Seems aimed for USA DoD Work, can’t hurt to back it up in case this is a “Nuclear Bomb Storage Quizlet” type of situation! [[Archive.org]] / [[Wayback Machine]] extension for anyone viewing this on desktop can help!

	[[Category: Babington Burner]] [[Category: Energy]] [[Category: Process Heating]]		[[Category: Babington Burner]] [[Category: Energy]] [[Category: Process Heating]]

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	=External Links=		=External Links=
	*		*[https://youtu.be/sbCcWn9rau8?si=_Z28YOMAVY7O6NDZ A Video by the Youtube Channel “Babington Brookhaven” Titled “Babington Technology” ] ( ‘’’~22 Minute Watch’’’ )
			**Great 90’s Industrial Footage Aesthetic Video that goes over how they work + some commercial offerings + tinkering by [[Airtronics]]
			***Including a novel Diesel Heated [[Glass Cooktop]] , A [[CHP]] design quite similar to the [[Hydraunic Stove]] albeit much more compact, and an [[Adsorbtiob Refrigerator]] (I think a [[Propane Refrigerator]] modified to run on diesel - [[User: Eric]]
			***Also mentions their DoD work although their current webpage has more info on that

	[[Category: Babington Burner]] [[Category: Energy]] [[Category: Process Heating]]		[[Category: Babington Burner]] [[Category: Energy]] [[Category: Process Heating]]

Eric: Added some more links under the “Internal Links” section

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	=Internal Links=		=Internal Links=
			*[[Airtronics]]
			**A COTS Option for these systems/the original inventor (double check this)
			*[[Diesel Heater]]
	*[[Gasifier Burner]]		*[[Gasifier Burner]]
	*[[~~Biofuel~~]]		*[[Nebulizer]]
			**Supposedly some parts commonality

	=External Links=		=External Links=

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 **The Airtronics Design used a Blower Fan as well as dual babington atomizers
 ***Supposedly an “impactor” ball placed in front of the orifice further reduces particle size aiding in combustion etc
 =OSE Dev Work=

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	*The manufacturer ( [[Airtronics]] ) claims finer atomization than conventional high pressure [[Spray Nozzles]] used in [[Home Heating Oil]] / [[Diesel Heaters]] etc		*The manufacturer ( [[Airtronics]] ) claims finer atomization than conventional high pressure [[Spray Nozzles]] used in [[Home Heating Oil]] / [[Diesel Heaters]] etc
	**Although citation needed, especially vs [[Dual Fluid Spray Nozzles]] / [[Rocket Fuel Injectors]] or even [[Rotary Cone Atomizers]] / a [[Blisk]] that behaves as a RCA		**Although citation needed, especially vs [[Dual Fluid Spray Nozzles]] / [[Rocket Fuel Injectors]] or even [[Rotary Cone Atomizers]] / a [[Blisk]] that behaves as a RCA

			=Unknowns=
			*Impact of Hole Diameter on Atomization
			*Impact of [[Fuel Viscosity]] on Atomization
			*Role of [[Blower Fan]] supplied Air on Combustion Process/Blower Efficiency etc
			**The Airtronics Design used a Blower Fan as well as dual babington atomizers
			***Supposedly an “impactor” ball placed in front of the orifice further reduces particle size aiding in combustion etc

	=OSE Dev Work=		=OSE Dev Work=

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	There is one Babington burner that has most of these features on the market - from [http://www.yellowbiodiesel.com/ yellowbiodiesel.com] - [http://openfarmtech.org/Bab_Operation_Manual.doc turnkey Babington burner] (Broken link)		There is one Babington burner that has most of these features on the market - from [http://www.yellowbiodiesel.com/ yellowbiodiesel.com] - [http://openfarmtech.org/Bab_Operation_Manual.doc turnkey Babington burner] (Broken link)

	=Background Research - Design Rationale=		==Background Research - Design Rationale==

	So what is the synthesis of available information regarding the Babington Burner? [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wastewatts/?yguid=233802573 Wastewatts] is one Yahoo group that deals with the Babington. What is the state of the art for:		So what is the synthesis of available information regarding the Babington Burner? [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wastewatts/?yguid=233802573 Wastewatts] is one Yahoo group that deals with the Babington. What is the state of the art for:
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	*Does anyone have effective, complete system designs that we can replicate?		*Does anyone have effective, complete system designs that we can replicate?

	=Internet Research=		==Internet Research==

	After searching for hours on details for the Babington burner, here is the best one:		After searching for hours on details for the Babington burner, here is the best one:
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	Preheating oil via copper loop before atomization		Preheating oil via copper loop before atomization

	=Parts Sourcing=		==Parts Sourcing==

	==Turnkey system==		===Turnkey system===
	*http://yellowheat.com/catalog $1500 (broken link)		*http://yellowheat.com/catalog $1500 (broken link)

	==Drill Bits==		===Drill Bits===
	*Drill bit size table - [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Drill_and_tap_size_chart]		*Drill bit size table - [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Drill_and_tap_size_chart]
	*Drill bit set - [http://www.ares-server.com/Ares/Ares.asp?MerchantID=RET01229&Action=Catalog&Type=Product&ID=15186]		*Drill bit set - [http://www.ares-server.com/Ares/Ares.asp?MerchantID=RET01229&Action=Catalog&Type=Product&ID=15186]
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	[[Image:microbits.jpg]]		[[Image:microbits.jpg]]

	==Burner Balls==		===Burner Balls===
	http://homebrewpower.co.uk/html-shop-products/babington-burner-nozzles-for-sale.html		http://homebrewpower.co.uk/html-shop-products/babington-burner-nozzles-for-sale.html

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	http://homebrewpower.co.uk/html-shop-products/babington-burner-nozzles-for-sale.html		http://homebrewpower.co.uk/html-shop-products/babington-burner-nozzles-for-sale.html

	= Burner Ball=		===Burner Ball===

	Here is a brass endcap with a channel for directing oil flow:		Here is a brass endcap with a channel for directing oil flow:
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	Does this work better than a ball?		Does this work better than a ball?

	=Heat Exchanger for Water Heating=		===Heat Exchanger for Water Heating===

	We need to coil tubing for a heat exchanger. From Northern Tool:		We need to coil tubing for a heat exchanger. From Northern Tool:
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	[[Image:coil bender.jpg]]		[[Image:coil bender.jpg]]

	=Implementation at Factor e Farm=		===Implementation at Factor e Farm===

	On 9.29.08 we started to put together our Babington burner.		On 9.29.08 we started to put together our Babington burner.

Eric: Moved some stuff around

2025-07-30T01:13:49Z

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	**Although citation needed, especially vs [[Dual Fluid Spray Nozzles]] / [[Rocket Fuel Injectors]] or even [[Rotary Cone Atomizers]] / a [[Blisk]] that behaves as a RCA		**Although citation needed, especially vs [[Dual Fluid Spray Nozzles]] / [[Rocket Fuel Injectors]] or even [[Rotary Cone Atomizers]] / a [[Blisk]] that behaves as a RCA

	=Video of Successful Burner at Factor e Farm=		=OSE Dev Work=
			* See [[Babington Burner Project Status]]

			==Video of Successful Burner at Factor e Farm==
	http://www.youtube.com/v/uwO_ysHOJZ8&hl=en&fs=1		http://www.youtube.com/v/uwO_ysHOJZ8&hl=en&fs=1
	~~=Introduction=~~

	~~See [[Babington Burner Project Status]].~~		==OSE Development Use Case Introduction==
			*This burner is important because it is a versatile source of heat for: space heating, metal melting, glassworks, pottery, steam engines for remote power, heat engines for mobile power in cars and tractors, and many others. We can use it with any waste oil - crankcase, vegetable, etc. - plus [[Pyrolysis_Oil]] once we develop it.
	This burner is important because it is a versatile source of heat for: space heating, metal melting, glassworks, pottery, steam engines for remote power, heat engines for mobile power in cars and tractors, and many others. We can use it with any waste oil - crankcase, vegetable, etc. - plus [[Pyrolysis_Oil]] once we develop it. ~~It is not a far stretch to produce pyrolysis oil- see this simple experimental proposition. Do you think this would yield useful amounts of liquid fuel?~~

	=Problem Statement=		=Problem Statement=
			*The problem statement is to design a simple, low-cost, high performance, optimal, open source, and replicable (see [[OSE Specifications]]) Babington burner. This burner should:
	The problem statement is to design a simple, low-cost, high performance, optimal, open source, and replicable (see [[OSE Specifications]]) Babington burner. This burner should:		**Be capable of burning any oil
	*Be capable of burning any oil		**Have auto ignition and flame sensor for auto reignition
	*Have auto ignition and flame sensor for auto reignition		**Circulating oil pump
	*Circulating oil pump		**Compact size
	*Compact size		**Scalability to larger and smaller power units
	*Scalability to larger and smaller power units

	There is one Babington burner that has most of these features on the market - from [http://www.yellowbiodiesel.com/ yellowbiodiesel.com] - [http://openfarmtech.org/Bab_Operation_Manual.doc turnkey Babington burner] (Broken link)		There is one Babington burner that has most of these features on the market - from [http://www.yellowbiodiesel.com/ yellowbiodiesel.com] - [http://openfarmtech.org/Bab_Operation_Manual.doc turnkey Babington burner] (Broken link)

Eric: Minor Clarification

2025-07-30T01:10:31Z

Minor Clarification

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	**No high pressure solenoids or valves are needed either		**No high pressure solenoids or valves are needed either
	*Thus it should be far less critical to control [[Fuel Cleanliness]] etc		*Thus it should be far less critical to control [[Fuel Cleanliness]] etc
	*The manufacturer ( [[Airtronics]] ) claims finer atomization than conventional high pressure [[Spray Nozzles]] )		*The manufacturer ( [[Airtronics]] ) claims finer atomization than conventional high pressure [[Spray Nozzles]] used in [[Home Heating Oil]] / [[Diesel Heaters]] etc
	**Although citation needed, especially vs [[Dual Fluid Spray Nozzles]] / [[Rocket Fuel Injectors]] or even [[Rotary Cone Atomizers]] / a [[Blisk]] that behaves as a RCA		**Although citation needed, especially vs [[Dual Fluid Spray Nozzles]] / [[Rocket Fuel Injectors]] or even [[Rotary Cone Atomizers]] / a [[Blisk]] that behaves as a RCA

Eric: Updated the page to the more recent Formatting Standards

2025-07-30T01:09:19Z

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 =Video of Successful Burner at Factor e Farm=
 http://www.youtube.com/v/uwO_ysHOJZ8&hl=en&fs=1
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 http://www.youtube.com/v/uwO_ysHOJZ8&hl
-==See Also==
+=Internal Links=
 *[[Gasifier Burner]]
 *[[Biofuel]]