Open Source Pellet Burner

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Some pictures of making the burner -

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Pellet Burner 101

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Concept + Technical Design

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Pellet Burner Construction Set - Requirements

  • Capacity from from 3kW (10,000 BTU/hr) to 50kW (150,000 BTU). See BTU Calculator
  • Augering of pellets from a supply tank
  • Automatic pellet auger control
  • Automatic fan control
  • Auto ignition upon startup
  • Auto shutoff using a thermostat
  • Modular unit that shoots a flame into
  • Separate pellet container

Links

  • Greek success including controller, 2012 - [1]
  • Luka Canji - [2]. Corresponded with author, says it's open source.