Liquid expansion thermostat.......?

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Liquid expansion thermostat.......?

does anyone know of a good website that explains in detail how a liquid expansion thermostat works, its history, gas appliances its used in, etc.
any help appreciated

2007-01-21 01:13:06 · 1 answers · asked by Alan B 2 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Engineering

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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thermostat
Scroll down to wax pellet.

The thermostat used in a car uses melting wax to expand and open the valve.

2007-01-23 06:32:11 · answer #1 · answered by vrrJT3 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋