I always thought that the 50/50 mix of ethylene glycol was based on an optimization of freeze and boiling protection, but that the maximum freeze protection took place at 70% antifreeze 30% water.
I always thought that the 50/50 mix of ethylene glycol was based on an optimization of freeze and boiling protection, but that the maximum freeze protection took place at 70% antifreeze 30% water.
The 70% could very well be true. Chemistry classes were way too long ago. I do remember something about the freezing point of a mixture being lower than either of the two alone but don't remember anything else. Maybe ChemGeek will see this and chime in.
Al
Hate to interupt the discussion of what% antifreeze to use (I blow the lines clear and add ~ 1/2 gal), but the original ? was where to get a good vac/blower. The answer, Grangers (I've seen them up and down the east coast)
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Having done construction and service for 4 pool companies in 4 states starting in 1988, what I know about pools could fill a couple of books - what I don't know could fill libraries
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