Central boiler's ashtrol

[parrothead600]

I did a search on this subject and the general concences seems to be that ashtrol is nothing more than Lime. The last time I checked, a gallon-sized container of Ashtrol was $25. I can go to the feed store and get 1/2 ton of agricultural lime for that price. Is there more to this stuff than lime or is CB just making tons of $$ on this?
Also, in my search, some people said that they would compare the MSDS on this to see if it is just lime. But I have not seen any follow-up info. Has anyone actually done any type of analysis?

 

[Fifelaker]

An ex dealer told me it was lime. From then on all I have used is field lime. I bought a bag 7-8 years ago for like $3.50 I'll be using it for the next 20 years.

 

[jbigiron]

An ex dealer told me it was lime. From then on all I have used is field lime. I bought a bag 7-8 years ago for like $3.50 I'll be using it for the next 20 years.

It is not just lime

 

[Peacock]

IIRC ashtrol is closer to baking soda than lime.

 

[Kevin in Ohio]

The bigger question is do you notice a difference when using it? I got some that was included with the Boiler when I got it. I tried various times using it with different kinds of wood and at different outdoor conditions. I didn't see any real difference that made me feel it was worth getting a again. I'd be interested to see what others have found/experienced.

 

[superwd6]

I just looked at an Wood Doctor gasification boiler that was 3 years old with the primary fire box rotted through the wood side not the water.Metal so thin it's basically garbage and of course the 30 year warranty does nothing:msp_rolleyes:.Never used any ashtrol type product. Yeah , I 'll keep supporting my local dealer for ashtrol:smile2:

 

[parrothead600]

The bigger question is do you notice a difference when using it? I got some that was included with the Boiler when I got it. I tried various times using it with different kinds of wood and at different outdoor conditions. I didn't see any real difference that made me feel it was worth getting a again. I'd be interested to see what others have found/experienced.

I'm in the same boat. I have not noticed a difference if I use it or not. But, I have not tested the PH level of the ashes with or without using ashtrol.

 

[Kevin in Ohio]

I'm in the same boat. I have not noticed a difference if I use it or not. But, I have not tested the PH level of the ashes with or without using ashtrol.

I clean mine out every year to the point of getting all the hard black stuff out by scraping. Yes, I crawl inside it it for a dirty job! I do have the stainless version but the floor and walls are VERY smooth and even with no pits. & years on the boiler with no problems so I guess I'm lucky?

 

[goosegunner]

I just looked at an Wood Doctor gasification boiler that was 3 years old with the primary fire box rotted through the wood side not the water.Metal so thin it's basically garbage and of course the 30 year warranty does nothing:msp_rolleyes:.Never used any ashtrol type product. Yeah , I 'll keep supporting my local dealer for ashtrol:smile2:

Probably more to do with low return temperature causing condensation in the firebox.

gg

 

[mda39901]

This will be my 4th heating season with my CL-6048 from Central Boiler. MY dealer never mentioned or gave me any Ash-Trol. So I guess he doesn't use it or carry it. Anyone else in this situation??

 

[xrayman]

I use barn lime.

 

[greendohn]

Never heard of it.
What's the purpose of using it?
Cleaning the flu?
Lowering Ph of ash?
The stealership never mentioned it.
Nothing on their website.
Is it for the SS stoves only?