Chofu Installation with Soaktub
From Stock Tanks to Soaking Tubs
Homeowners have discovered how easy it is to create a soaking tub using a
common, but very functional, agricultural stock tank. Combined with an efficient
Chofu heater, these low cost steel or plastic tubs make wonderful soaking tubs. They have a pleasingly smooth surface,
the ideal shoulder depth of water and a comfortable rounded top rim for a perfect
neck rest, plus it can be easily incorporated into your EP Henry Hardscaping™ design.
chofu heater An inexpensive soak tub with Chofu Heater was incorporated into
EP Henry’s exhibit at the 2010 Philadelphia International Flower Show.
Stock tanks equipped with a Chofu heater are especially practical for
Mid-Atlantic homes, where the tub might sit unused for months at a time, due to
inclement weather. With a stock tank soaking tub, you can easily disconnect and
store the Chofu heater, while leaving the stock tank outside without worry. Here
are some advantages of stock tank soaking tubs:
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Since they’re low volume and heated on demand, these tubs can be frequently and
easily drained, making sanitation a whole lot easier
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They’re lightweight and easy to move
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Low maintenance - since the system is non-electric and has no moving parts, there are
no ongoing repairs or maintenance
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Stock tanks are inexpensive – depending on size, between $70 and $200
How are they used?
Like Japanese soaking tubs, stock tanks have flat bottoms and vertical sides.
Occupants sit comfortably with legs outstretched. This kind of tub uses much
less water than tubs with benches or foot wells, and they’re a little cozier
than commercial hot tubs, which is not always such a bad thing.
Although a stock tank can be used as-is, most people wrap insulation around the
sides, and enclose the tub with wood paneling or marine vinyl. Note: bare
insulation materials will break down if exposed to the sun for prolonged
periods.
How do I set up the Chofu Heater?
Setting up a stock tank with a Chofu heater is quite simple. Holes are cut in
the side for connecting circulation ports, and another hole is cut into the
bottom to accommodate a drain. The Chofu heater is placed near the tub and
connected with pipes and through-wall tub-ports (provided with the heater). Tub and
heater must be placed on solid foundations to create a level surface and provide
the proper elevation of tub to heater for efficient heat circulation. A
top cover is desirable to keep heat in the tub. Either floating insulation or a
vinyl insulating cover may be used.
So which size is right for you? Check out the size guide below:
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Nominal Size
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Approx. Cap. Gal.
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Person Capacity
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3' Diameter
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85
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1
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4' Diameter
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165
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2
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5' Diameter
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265
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2
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6' Diameter
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389
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3
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7' Diameter
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535
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3
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8' Diameter
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706
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4
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10' Diameter
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1117
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5
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