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pegleg · 03-28-2006, 08:29 AM

For those using the beads...how do you calculate the quantity (oz/lbs) of beads to use? By the number of cigars in the cooler-dor or by the volume of the cooler-dor? I see issues with both methods. Not interested in replies that say "just keep adding beads until the rh is where you want it".

Also, which brand do you use?

Regards,
Pegleg

Rebgen · 03-28-2006, 09:22 AM

The standard rule I've read is 1 lb. = 5 cubic feet of humidor/cooler space. I have beads from Climmax (out of business) and Heartfelt (Viper) and they both work great. 65% is my particular preference and the cigars have smoked well with that humidity level.

I use 1 lb. of 65% in my 120 qt. cooler with excellent results. Part of the fun with this hobby is the learning that comes from experimentation. You'll most likely get a variety of answers that may all be correct as well.

Error on the side of having too many beads for the size humidor you're humidifying since having too many won't cause any problems. Do a search on "beads" and email Viper and he'll get you set up.

Good luck.

audio1der · 03-28-2006, 10:27 AM

I have 1lb. of Heartfelt (Viper's) beads in my 4.5 ft^3 fridgeador, and am flabbergasted at the ease of maintenance- or rather the lack thereof. I glance at my temp/hygro readings every day

but haven't added any water in weeks.
The RH stays dead-on 65%, although it's easy to keep it a little higher than that if you wish.
1lb. is definately a good number for 5ft^3.

Smoker06 · 03-28-2006, 11:18 AM

Check out Heartfelt's website. It has a bead calculation formula.

KatDad · 03-28-2006, 02:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Smoker06

Check out Heartfelt's website. It has a bead calculation formula.

Yep!

Link below.

www.heartfeltindustries.com

jaybo41 · 03-28-2006, 07:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KatDad

Quote:

Originally Posted by Smoker06

Check out Heartfelt's website. It has a bead calculation formula.

Yep!

Link below.

www.heartfeltindustries.com

Heartfelt beads here. I used the information on Viper's website. Shoot him a PM, I'm sure he'll reply to you. Don't be surprised if he posts something for you here either, he's exceptional with customer service

WyoBob · 03-29-2006, 10:51 AM

What are the advatages of the beads over oasis foam and 50:50 dis. water and PG? PG and water are pretty darned cheap and have been working well for years for me.

WyoBob

ZachS · 03-29-2006, 11:31 AM

beads are foolproof and work perfectly all the time no matter what, let you monitor the humidity of your humidor visually (i.e. since you know that the beads will maintain a consistent level, you only need to add water when they begin to dry out), and aren't ever messy or moldy or anything like that.

ZachS

03-29-2006, 07:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pegleg

For those using the beads...how do you calculate the quantity (oz/lbs) of beads to use? By the number of cigars in the cooler-dor or by the volume of the cooler-dor? I see issues with both methods. Not interested in replies that say "just keep adding beads until the rh is where you want it".

Also, which brand do you use?

Regards,
Pegleg

As has been stated it is determined by the amount of volume in a given container. 1 pound per 5 cubic feet; 1/3 pound per 50 quarts of coolerdor etc. Calculations are in this post:
http://forums.cigarweekly.com/viewto...=98044&start=0

03-28-2006, 08:29 AM	#1
pegleg Starting Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Ferndale, Washington Posts: 12	Humidification Beads For those using the beads...how do you calculate the quantity (oz/lbs) of beads to use? By the number of cigars in the cooler-dor or by the volume of the cooler-dor? I see issues with both methods. Not interested in replies that say "just keep adding beads until the rh is where you want it". Also, which brand do you use? Regards, Pegleg __________________ Pegleg U.S. Navy Retired Support Our Troops, Question The Policy!

03-28-2006, 10:27 AM	#3
audio1der Club Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Calgary, AB Canada Posts: 1,086	I have 1lb. of Heartfelt (Viper's) beads in my 4.5 ft^3 fridgeador, and am flabbergasted at the ease of maintenance- or rather the lack thereof. I glance at my temp/hygro readings every day but haven't added any water in weeks. The RH stays dead-on 65%, although it's easy to keep it a little higher than that if you wish. 1lb. is definately a good number for 5ft^3. __________________ Cuban cigar snob #1.

03-28-2006, 11:18 AM	#4
Smoker06 Herf God Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Republic of Texas Posts: 11,099	Check out Heartfelt's website. It has a bead calculation formula. __________________ When in doubt.... ATTACK!

03-28-2006, 09:22 AM	#2
Rebgen Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Des Moines, IA Posts: 543	The standard rule I've read is 1 lb. = 5 cubic feet of humidor/cooler space. I have beads from Climmax (out of business) and Heartfelt (Viper) and they both work great. 65% is my particular preference and the cigars have smoked well with that humidity level. I use 1 lb. of 65% in my 120 qt. cooler with excellent results. Part of the fun with this hobby is the learning that comes from experimentation. You'll most likely get a variety of answers that may all be correct as well. Error on the side of having too many beads for the size humidor you're humidifying since having too many won't cause any problems. Do a search on "beads" and email Viper and he'll get you set up. Good luck.

03-29-2006, 10:51 AM	#7
WyoBob Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: north central Wyoming Posts: 269	What are the advatages of the beads over oasis foam and 50:50 dis. water and PG? PG and water are pretty darned cheap and have been working well for years for me. WyoBob

03-29-2006, 11:31 AM	#8
ZachS Club Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: pdx Posts: 1,525	beads are foolproof and work perfectly all the time no matter what, let you monitor the humidity of your humidor visually (i.e. since you know that the beads will maintain a consistent level, you only need to add water when they begin to dry out), and aren't ever messy or moldy or anything like that. ZachS