Question About Beads

OHRD · 10-19-2010, 03:03 PM

Looks like I've been given the green light to get an end table humidor and I've found one I like. Now I just need some help figuring out what size bag of beads I need to keep the smokes safe. I've always used crystal gel in my 300ct.

Here are the dimensions: 20" W x 24" D x 30" H

Here's a pic:

Thanks for the help!

Bill86 · 10-19-2010, 03:05 PM

If my calculations are correct you need 2 pounds of beads.

hscmit · 10-19-2010, 03:07 PM

very nice looking end table.

CigarNut · 10-19-2010, 03:49 PM

The amount of beads depends upon the airflow of the cabinet. If you have airflow through-out (e.g., slotted drawers, vented shelves) then you use dimenstions of the entire cabinet to determine how much beads you need.

If the drawers and shelves are not slotted/vented, then you need to calculate the bead requirements for each shelf and drawer. I have a calculator on my website and Dave has one on the Heartfet site.

OHRD · 10-20-2010, 07:18 AM

I did the calculations and I'm right in the middle of needing 1.5 pounds and 2 pounds. Would you go up or down? And I'm thinking of going w/ 65%, thoughts? I'm in Georgia, with hot and humid summers...

CigarNut · 10-20-2010, 07:20 AM

You can never have too much beads

Truly, the more you have the better your humidor will be at accomodating changes in RH.

Matt-N-Ga · 10-20-2010, 07:21 AM

Make it easy, 1lb for each section. Smaller sections, don't fully hydrate the beads, let them absorb excess, the larger lower section, full soak. And get some oust fans for airflow

muhren · 10-20-2010, 07:25 AM

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Originally Posted by CigarNut

You can never have too much beads

Truly, the more you have the better your humidor will be at accomodating changes in RH.

I agree! I should actually get some more. They seem pricey when you compare them to the little gel packs or sticks, but you gotta figure what it would cost to replace your stash if they dry out.

Get extra...Well worth the cost!

M

OHRD · 10-20-2010, 07:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Matt-N-Ga

Make it easy, 1lb for each section. Smaller sections, don't fully hydrate the beads, let them absorb excess, the larger lower section, full soak. And get some oust fans for airflow

So looking at the pics of the humi, you'd put a 1lb bag in the bottom, and another in the top drawer?

muhren · 10-20-2010, 07:34 AM

People can laugh at this BUT, I use cleaned out baby food containers (the plastic tubs) to place beads everywhere in my humi. They hide behind boxes and fit into tight spaces. I understand that the more distributed they are, the more distributed your humidity will be.

M

pnoon · 10-20-2010, 07:35 AM

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Originally Posted by matthewjmichael

So looking at the pics of the humi, you'd put a 1lb bag in the bottom, and another in the top drawer?

I would put 1/2 lb in each of the 2 drawers.

OHRD · 10-20-2010, 07:54 AM

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Originally Posted by pnoon

I would put 1/2 lb in each of the 2 drawers.

Probably a better idea, buy 4 1/2 lb bags and toss them in various corners...

CigarNut · 10-20-2010, 09:23 AM

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Originally Posted by muhren

People can laugh at this BUT, I use cleaned out baby food containers (the plastic tubs) to place beads everywhere in my humi. They hide behind boxes and fit into tight spaces...

M

HCM beads are packaged in cloth bags -- no need for containers

OHRD · 10-22-2010, 12:01 PM

thanks for the help everyone, just ordered 2 pounds of beads and 4 half pound bags, and a syringe...can't wait, humi should be here Monday!

pektel · 10-22-2010, 12:06 PM

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Originally Posted by CigarNut

HCM beads are packaged in cloth bags -- no need for containers

Not to mention they are the shiz-nit-o-bang.

10-19-2010, 03:03 PM	#1
OHRD Garage w/ couch & ashtray Join Date: Sep 2009 First Name: Matt Posts: 1,377 Trading: (39)	Question About Beads Looks like I've been given the green light to get an end table humidor and I've found one I like. Now I just need some help figuring out what size bag of beads I need to keep the smokes safe. I've always used crystal gel in my 300ct. Here are the dimensions: 20" W x 24" D x 30" H Here's a pic: Thanks for the help! __________________ Did I tell you my garage has a couch and an ashtray? My wife doesn't let me sleep or smoke inside.

10-19-2010, 03:05 PM	#2
Bill86 Snob Join Date: Jul 2010 First Name: Bill Posts: 6,704 Trading: (67)	Re: Question About Beads If my calculations are correct you need 2 pounds of beads.

10-19-2010, 03:07 PM	#3
hscmit Have My Own Room Join Date: Sep 2010 First Name: James Location: no where Posts: 2,200 Trading: (4)	Re: Question About Beads very nice looking end table.

10-19-2010, 03:49 PM	#4
CigarNut Fck Cancer! Join Date: Jan 2009 First Name: Michael Location: Clermont, Florida Posts: 18,042 Trading: (111*)	Re: Question About Beads The amount of beads depends upon the airflow of the cabinet. If you have airflow through-out (e.g., slotted drawers, vented shelves) then you use dimenstions of the entire cabinet to determine how much beads you need. If the drawers and shelves are not slotted/vented, then you need to calculate the bead requirements for each shelf and drawer. I have a calculator on my website and Dave has one on the Heartfet site. __________________ Need Beads? Need Five Finger Bags? 2 of 3 Requirements for use of the CA Rolodex: 100 posts/ 60 day membership/ participation in trade (trader rating). New members can be added at any time.

10-20-2010, 07:18 AM	#5
OHRD Garage w/ couch & ashtray Join Date: Sep 2009 First Name: Matt Posts: 1,377 Trading: (39)	Re: Question About Beads I did the calculations and I'm right in the middle of needing 1.5 pounds and 2 pounds. Would you go up or down? And I'm thinking of going w/ 65%, thoughts? I'm in Georgia, with hot and humid summers... __________________ Did I tell you my garage has a couch and an ashtray? My wife doesn't let me sleep or smoke inside.

10-20-2010, 07:20 AM	#6
CigarNut Fck Cancer! Join Date: Jan 2009 First Name: Michael Location: Clermont, Florida Posts: 18,042 Trading: (111*)	Re: Question About Beads You can never have too much beads Truly, the more you have the better your humidor will be at accomodating changes in RH. __________________ Need Beads? Need Five Finger Bags? 2 of 3 Requirements for use of the CA Rolodex: 100 posts/ 60 day membership/ participation in trade (trader rating). New members can be added at any time.

10-20-2010, 07:21 AM	#7
Matt-N-Ga MattGah Join Date: Oct 2009 First Name: Matt Location: Acworth, Ga Posts: 316 Trading: (4)	Re: Question About Beads Make it easy, 1lb for each section. Smaller sections, don't fully hydrate the beads, let them absorb excess, the larger lower section, full soak. And get some oust fans for airflow

10-20-2010, 07:34 AM	#10
muhren The Cigar Artist Join Date: Sep 2009 First Name: Mike Location: Ohio Posts: 1,268 Trading: (43)	Re: Question About Beads People can laugh at this BUT, I use cleaned out baby food containers (the plastic tubs) to place beads everywhere in my humi. They hide behind boxes and fit into tight spaces. I understand that the more distributed they are, the more distributed your humidity will be. M __________________ Cigar Art available for sale: www.mikeuhren.com

10-22-2010, 12:01 PM	#14
OHRD Garage w/ couch & ashtray Join Date: Sep 2009 First Name: Matt Posts: 1,377 Trading: (39)	Re: Question About Beads thanks for the help everyone, just ordered 2 pounds of beads and 4 half pound bags, and a syringe...can't wait, humi should be here Monday! __________________ Did I tell you my garage has a couch and an ashtray? My wife doesn't let me sleep or smoke inside.