Tips for Maximizing the Efficiency of Your Magic Heat Reclaimer

A magic heat reclaimer is a device that helps to recover and reuse heat that is otherwise wasted in a heating system. It is designed to attach to the chimney or flue of a stove or fireplace and uses the power of convection to transfer heat from the hot exhaust gases to the surrounding air. The concept behind the magic heat reclaimer is fairly simple. As the hot gases rise through the flue, they pass by a series of metal tubes or fins. These tubes or fins are designed to absorb the heat from the gases and transfer it to the air around them. The heated air is then circulated back into the room through a fan or natural convection.

I'm sure in the past this topic was discussed ad nauseum, but since I'm a noob to the Forum, I missed it all. What is the deal with these Magic Heat Reclaimers? Are they worth the money? Effective? I have a double wall inside pipe that really doesn't emit much heat. Will these work with double wall if in fact they actually work at all? Thanks for chiming in on this one!

Woodstock Ideal Steel Jotul F600 Harman Oakwood 07 currently retired, Absolute Steel beta tester CUT Echo s CS-590 310 3450 -- SPLIT Ariens 22-ton Fiskars 28 36 -- HAUL Kubota L3800. with a higher efficiency epa unit yoiu are already getting more out of the stove and less up the stack so the reduction could be the difference between optimal burn and less so.

The heated air is then circulated back into the room through a fan or natural convection. By recovering and reusing the heat that would otherwise be lost, a magic heat reclaimer can help to increase the efficiency of a heating system. This can result in energy savings and a reduction in heating costs.

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Scott2373

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I'm sure in the past this topic was discussed ad nauseum, but since I'm a noob to the Forum, I missed it all. What is the deal with these Magic Heat Reclaimers? Are they worth the money? Effective? I have a double wall inside pipe that really doesn't emit much heat. Will these work with double wall if in fact they actually work at all? Thanks for chiming in on this one!

Jøtul F 50 TL Rangeley w/ Cast Sides
Vacu-Stack - Pure AWESOME!
1 warm, happy wife.
3 spoiled German Shepherds (also warm and presumably happy)

stoveguy13

Minister of Fire

not a good idea onyour new epa stove it might strip to much and cause poor draft and can creat a creeosoot build up in the pipe. they work alot better on older non epa stove that send more heat up the stack.

Jotul F500 ./Quad Santa-fe /Breckwell P-22/HearthStone Heritage Pellet.Quad 4300.
Enviro M-55 Steel/Mini

branchburner

Minister of Fire

Woodstock Ideal Steel (Jotul F600 & Harman Oakwood '07 currently retired, Absolute Steel beta tester))
CUT: Echo(s) CS-590/310/3450 -- SPLIT: Ariens 22-ton & Fiskars 28"/36" -- HAUL: Kubota L3800

"All I say is by way of discourse, and nothing by way of advice. I should not speak so boldly if it were my due to be believed." - Montaigne

pen

There are some who call me. mod.

just type "magic heat" into the search box above labeled "Test-below searches titles only" if you want to catch up.

In short, I agree w/ stoveguy13.

- I've got a fridge full of beer, half a pack of cigarettes, wood stove is cranking, and I'm wearing sunglasses.
- Using an Englander-30 to burn wood and forearms.

Scott2373

Member

Thanks pen, I tried using the search prior to posting, figuring this was at one time, a "hot" topic, but didn't find any useful results. It seems like they were all over the board, no pun intended, heh heh

Jøtul F 50 TL Rangeley w/ Cast Sides
Vacu-Stack - Pure AWESOME!
1 warm, happy wife.
3 spoiled German Shepherds (also warm and presumably happy)

stoveguy2esw

Minister of Fire

short version, stoves are for heating, pipes are for venting.

the heat going out your stack is a necessary evil so to speak. it keeps the flue drawing, and also helps keep it clean. adding a heat reclaimer to a stack reduces what gets into the flue and could cause an unwanted drop in stack temperature. with a higher efficiency epa unit yoiu are already getting more out of the stove and less up the stack so the reduction could be the difference between optimal burn and less so.

IMHO i wouldnt add one to an epa unit

Mike Holton,
England's Stove Works Inc.
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pen

There are some who call me. mod.

With the EPA test requirements as they are, the modern stoves really are efficient as they were designed and are required to be. If a magic heat would help them, I guarantee each factory would be making their own version or selling stoves with one already.

Problem is they can reduces draft has they reduce heat from the flue. When they reduce draft the secondary air injection on your stove will not work as it was designed to and you very well could lose some efficiency there. Add that to the cooler chimney temps and potentially less clean burning, and you also increase your chance of creosote.

I vote save your money or spend it on the tons of other cool stove gadgets / tools that can be useful.

- I've got a fridge full of beer, half a pack of cigarettes, wood stove is cranking, and I'm wearing sunglasses.
- Using an Englander-30 to burn wood and forearms.

It can also help to improve overall comfort by warming up the room more evenly. The magic heat reclaimer is typically installed on top of the chimney or flue. It is important to ensure that it is installed correctly and to follow the manufacturer's instructions. Regular maintenance and cleaning are also important to ensure that the device continues to function properly. In summary, a magic heat reclaimer is a device that helps to recover and reuse heat that would otherwise be wasted in a heating system. By increasing efficiency and reducing heating costs, it offers a practical and cost-effective solution for homeowners..

Reviews for "Exploring the History and Evolution of Magic Heat Reclaimers"

1. John - 2 stars - I purchased the Magic Heat Reclaimer hoping to save on heating costs, but I was extremely disappointed. The product is advertised to efficiently reclaim heat from my wood stove, but it just didn't perform as promised. The installation process was complicated and the unit didn't fit properly in my stove pipe. Even after getting it installed, it didn't seem to make a noticeable difference in heating my home. I ended up returning it and investing in a different heating solution.

2. Sarah - 1 star - I had high hopes for the Magic Heat Reclaimer, but it fell short of my expectations. The unit was quite expensive, and I expected it to significantly reduce my heating costs. However, it barely made a difference in the temperature of my home. The unit was also quite noisy, emitting loud rattling sounds that were very annoying. I wouldn't recommend this product to anyone looking for an effective heat reclaimer.

3. Mike - 2 stars - The Magic Heat Reclaimer did not live up to its hype for me. I found the installation process to be cumbersome and time-consuming. Once installed, I didn't see a substantial improvement in the heat distribution in my home. The unit also required regular cleaning and maintenance, which was an added hassle. Overall, I cannot justify the high price tag for a product that didn't deliver the promised results.

4. Emily - 3 stars - While the Magic Heat Reclaimer did somewhat increase the efficiency of my wood stove, I had a few issues with it. Firstly, the unit emitted a strong odor when operating, which was quite unpleasant. Secondly, I found that it required frequent adjustment and monitoring to ensure optimal performance. Lastly, the customer support was not helpful when I had questions about the product. In my opinion, there are better heat reclaimers available on the market.

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