Bitcoin Space Heater V3 Now Available DIY Guide Discussion

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#1Oct 25, 2020, 05:11 PM
Bitcoin Space Heater V3 just dropped! Finally, a DIY open-source way to heat your space. Check out the 32-page guide and all the files right here. It's pretty cool, right?
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0xSigmaHero Member
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#2Oct 25, 2020, 07:33 PM
Is it just me or is this mainly for looks? Seems like just a fancy plastic box for the Antminer S9? Where's the heat efficiency in that?
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pr0to88Member
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#3Oct 25, 2020, 09:22 PM
Honestly, wouldn’t a single board miner like the m50 be a better choice? Less hassle and more efficient, right?
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#4Oct 26, 2020, 01:21 AM
Did you even check out the guide? LOL
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0xSigmaHero Member
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#5Oct 26, 2020, 04:58 AM
Nope, didn't have time for that. And honestly, I'm wary about downloading random zip files from the internet. Mind giving a quick rundown?
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#6Oct 26, 2020, 06:06 AM
But seriously, a post that says 'just download and look at this'? How is that cool? A lot of folks know better than to do that. Yet, viruses are still a thing.
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pr0to88Member
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#7Oct 26, 2020, 09:09 AM
By the way, S19s are pretty cheap now. The control board can handle 12 volts, which could be great for a heater project. You'd use way less power than the S9.
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#8Oct 26, 2020, 02:29 PM
*Leans in and listens*
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#9Oct 27, 2020, 03:46 PM
I feel like using an S9 for heating is a waste now. It's not going to save you on bills, especially with how much power it burns. What are we really getting out of this?
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pr0to88Member
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#10Oct 28, 2020, 01:39 PM
I just got more L7s, those are where the real value is right now. They’re efficient and bring in decent profits, especially in winter.
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#11Oct 28, 2020, 06:51 PM
Yeah but at what cost? S19xp will eat power and might lose you money. You just need to be smart about how you set it up.
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#12Oct 28, 2020, 09:19 PM
Is this really just a fun DIY project? Seems like people just end up spending a ton of cash to make things themselves that don’t really save money. But hey, some find it fun!
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#13Oct 28, 2020, 11:15 PM
Exactly. The S19xp can save on the heating bill, but it also burns through a lot. You might lose $30 mining, but still save on heat.
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#14Oct 29, 2020, 12:08 AM
Lol, have you seen this $1 toy? It's supposed to help relieve stress, but not really useful when you're freezing, huh?
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pr0to88Member
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#15Oct 29, 2020, 12:15 AM
Well, some folks like me spent way too much during the pandemic, and now I'm left with damage. I just want a perfect spot with cheap energy to make this work.
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#16Oct 30, 2020, 05:42 PM
Remember, miners spend time in the mines when power is cheap. I’m running an L3 now, but I lose money on it. It does help heat my place, though.
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