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Small-Scale (Almost Free) Biochar Retorts

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#10 can biochar retorts:

All you have to buy is a crimper, then go scavenge some cans.

Then build a few and throw ’em into whatever fire you have.

(h/t Aaron)

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4 responses to “Small-Scale (Almost Free) Biochar Retorts”

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    Justin

    I’ve been wanting to try a scaled up version of something like this using two barrels.
    Does anyone know where I can get a giant crimper tool? :)

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