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arich5 · 10-25-2006, 11:03 AM

I have a Large (6.5' x 3' x 1') cabinet style humidor and am looking for the best option to maintain humidity. I've heard everything from a Hamilton beach humidifer to beads to pucks, etc. Just thought I would ask the "experts". Thanks in advance!

WV Smokin · 10-25-2006, 11:15 AM

I can't speak to active humidifiers (never used one), but since I switched to beads I haven't had the slightest humidity problem. I use a 32 bottle wine cooler as a humidor which is probably half the size of your cabinet. I'm sure you could use beads for something this size, but I'm not sure of the amount that would be required.

Kilobyte · 10-25-2006, 01:31 PM

I suggest you contatct Bob staebell of Aristocrat humidors. There is sticky above where you can reach him. He specializes in large cabinets. Enjoy that baby!

Rob G · 10-25-2006, 03:10 PM

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Originally Posted by KD7HTH

I suggest you contatct Bob staebell of Aristocrat humidors.

amberlee · 10-27-2006, 02:27 AM

Check out the Cigar Spa!

habanohal · 10-27-2006, 08:46 AM

I have a cabinet the same size. I use a Cigar Oasis 2 , with computer fans placed around to circulate the air. So far this summer, I really didnt even need to run it much at all. Stayed at 67/67.

Come winter and colder temps, I also use A CO + on top shelf so the other doesnt keep constantly running and humidity is evened out

10-29-2006, 05:30 PM

As far as cabinets the size you have I recommend an active system such as the Avallo Accumonitor. It is a good idea to supplement the active system with beads, the beads will help stabilize the cabinet.

With that said I have customers that use beads in a cabinet larger than yours and have great results.

10-29-2006, 05:57 PM

as dave said, an accumonitor and heartfelt beads are a perfect combo.

robert · 11-01-2006, 06:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Rob G

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Originally Posted by KD7HTH

I suggest you contatct Bob staebell of Aristocrat humidors.

His set and forget system is excellent.

arich5 · 11-06-2006, 10:04 AM

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Originally Posted by robert

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Originally Posted by Rob G

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Originally Posted by KD7HTH

I suggest you contatct Bob staebell of Aristocrat humidors.

His set and forget system is excellent.

Thanks guys for all the help!!

10-25-2006, 11:03 AM	#1
arich5 Starting Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: MYPLACE, NC Posts: 17	Humidifier question for large cabinet humidor....... I have a Large (6.5' x 3' x 1') cabinet style humidor and am looking for the best option to maintain humidity. I've heard everything from a Hamilton beach humidifer to beads to pucks, etc. Just thought I would ask the "experts". Thanks in advance!

10-25-2006, 11:15 AM	#2
WV Smokin Member Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Phoenix, AZ USA Posts: 319	I can't speak to active humidifiers (never used one), but since I switched to beads I haven't had the slightest humidity problem. I use a 32 bottle wine cooler as a humidor which is probably half the size of your cabinet. I'm sure you could use beads for something this size, but I'm not sure of the amount that would be required. __________________ WV Smokin’£Þ - Pool playing, car racing, cigar smoker!

10-25-2006, 01:31 PM	#3
Kilobyte Herf Meister Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Columbus, OH Posts: 5,248	I suggest you contatct Bob staebell of Aristocrat humidors. There is sticky above where you can reach him. He specializes in large cabinets. Enjoy that baby! __________________

10-27-2006, 02:27 AM	#5
amberlee Starting Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 53	Check out the Cigar Spa!

10-27-2006, 08:46 AM	#6
habanohal Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Joliet, Illinois Posts: 442	I have a cabinet the same size. I use a Cigar Oasis 2 , with computer fans placed around to circulate the air. So far this summer, I really didnt even need to run it much at all. Stayed at 67/67. Come winter and colder temps, I also use A CO + on top shelf so the other doesnt keep constantly running and humidity is evened out

10-29-2006, 05:30 PM	#7
Viper139 Guest Posts: n/a	As far as cabinets the size you have I recommend an active system such as the Avallo Accumonitor. It is a good idea to supplement the active system with beads, the beads will help stabilize the cabinet. With that said I have customers that use beads in a cabinet larger than yours and have great results.

10-29-2006, 05:57 PM	#8
roncarlos Guest Posts: n/a	as dave said, an accumonitor and heartfelt beads are a perfect combo.