Thanks for the good information. I'm thinking about something like your kiln. I found a 40' reefer for $4500. It has stainless interior and 3" insulation. I enjoy your videos.
The floor has aluminum “I” beams running parallel to the length. I cut a short piece of 1.5” channel, drilled a hole in it, dropped it between the I beams, turned it 90 degrees and used a bolt to sandwich the aluminum I beams. With the channel below and track above it.
I have 2 L 200 inside a 40 x 60 building, I'm in the process of closing and selling one kiln, I may keep one just for personal use, I retired last May pushing 70 time to slow down.
Very interesting! I am a cabinetmaker who has started sawing my own lumber and need a solution for drying it. I am very curious on power consumption. Havent looked on nyles site, but any idea on kWh for a 1000bdft of pine by example, or idea on rough cost to dry it? Thanks
Sorry this comment slipped by me. There are a lot of variables there like how well insulated your chamber is and outside temperature. I don’t keep exact track of my kilns because I’m running 3 of them and my shop off the same meter. When I got into the business the general rule most guys were using was $0.05/bf to run a Nyle, of course the cost of everything has gone up in 15 years. I really should get something to measure one of the kilns individually to quantify it.
I am very interested in knowing more about the kiln on the backside of your shop. I know its not as efficient but it does seem like it would be great for us smaller guys who do woodworking but dont mill our own lumber. I can buy green lumber super cheap but no way to efficiently dry it
I’ll certainly be doing more videos on the kilns in the future but I’d recommend looking into the Nyle L53. It sounds like the ideal size unit for you. The kiln you mentioned is an l200 with about a 2000bf chamber. Probably overkill for a woodworker. I have an l53 (not shown in this video) that I also have setup for end loading. Its 1000bf Capacity and half the cost of an L200. It also runs off of 120v power which is convenient.
I just put my first batch of walnut in my new to me L200M and it’s high moisture. I have moisture seeping out around the door but nothing coming out the condensate hose. Is this normal?
Hey Buddy I work for Nyle Dry Kilns, this is a fantastic video and I would love to share it! Just let me know if you're good with that and we'll post it on our social!
ANYONE WHO IS LOOKING FOR A NYLE 1200S KILN SYSTEM I HAVE 2 SYSTEMS COMPLETE WITH DUCT WORK LET ME KNOW IF ANYONE IS INTERESTED. THANKS Im looking for 15k each obo
Just bought my refrigerated container and about to build my kiln. Thanks for the good information. I enjoy your videos. Keep em coming..
Good luck!
Hopefully I’ll have lots of answers for you!
Thanks for the good information. I'm thinking about something like your kiln. I found a 40' reefer for $4500.
It has stainless interior and 3" insulation.
I enjoy your videos.
Sounds great! That’s exactly what I have.
can you elaborate on what and how you wedged the channel stops on the container floor????? Thank you.
The floor has aluminum “I” beams running parallel to the length. I cut a short piece of 1.5” channel, drilled a hole in it, dropped it between the I beams, turned it 90 degrees and used a bolt to sandwich the aluminum I beams. With the channel below and track above it.
I will have lots of questions for you as I add a drying system to my operation .
Do you have to keep the dried wood in an atmosphere controlled environment once it’s dried?
Yes. A sealed insulated building at least. Climate controlled is best.
I have 2 L 200 inside a 40 x 60 building, I'm in the process of closing and selling one kiln, I may keep one just for personal use, I retired last May pushing 70 time to slow down.
I don't blame you, lumber never seems to get lighter!
Very interesting! I am a cabinetmaker who has started sawing my own lumber and need a solution for drying it. I am very curious on power consumption. Havent looked on nyles site, but any idea on kWh for a 1000bdft of pine by example, or idea on rough cost to dry it? Thanks
Sorry this comment slipped by me. There are a lot of variables there like how well insulated your chamber is and outside temperature. I don’t keep exact track of my kilns because I’m running 3 of them and my shop off the same meter. When I got into the business the general rule most guys were using was $0.05/bf to run a Nyle, of course the cost of everything has gone up in 15 years. I really should get something to measure one of the kilns individually to quantify it.
Thanks for the video. electricity bills high?
They can be in the winter when the heater needs to run more but it’s a cost of doing business.
I am very interested in knowing more about the kiln on the backside of your shop. I know its not as efficient but it does seem like it would be great for us smaller guys who do woodworking but dont mill our own lumber. I can buy green lumber super cheap but no way to efficiently dry it
I’ll certainly be doing more videos on the kilns in the future but I’d recommend looking into the Nyle L53. It sounds like the ideal size unit for you. The kiln you mentioned is an l200 with about a 2000bf chamber. Probably overkill for a woodworker. I have an l53 (not shown in this video) that I also have setup for end loading. Its 1000bf Capacity and half the cost of an L200. It also runs off of 120v power which is convenient.
I just put my first batch of walnut in my new to me L200M and it’s high moisture. I have moisture seeping out around the door but nothing coming out the condensate hose. Is this normal?
It’s sounds like you have a blockage in your drip line somehow. Check from the tray under the coils to your hose. Compressed air should help
@ ok thanks. Seems my compressor isn’t running and I have some melted wires on the terminal block.😬
How much power does the heater / dehumidifier use?
The whole system requires a 40amp 230v circuit.
Ah. So it is huge a huge energy draw. How many days in the kiln to 8-10% from sawed?@@hillcustomlumber
It depends on the wood and thickness. 1” Softwoods 7-10 days. Something like Oak 3-4 weeks. Thicker would be longer.
What u think it would cost to run 4k bft. Of oak start to finish 4/4
@@atlascustomservicesinc9606 Is that English? You answer a question with a question?
Hey Buddy I work for Nyle Dry Kilns, this is a fantastic video and I would love to share it! Just let me know if you're good with that and we'll post it on our social!
Absolutely feel free! Thanks!
@@hillcustomlumber Perfect thanks so much!
just add new bolts and leave the old ones in
ANYONE WHO IS LOOKING FOR A NYLE 1200S KILN SYSTEM I HAVE 2 SYSTEMS COMPLETE WITH DUCT WORK LET ME KNOW IF ANYONE IS INTERESTED. THANKS
Im looking for 15k each obo