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These inserts require the GEK “generic” open bottom reactor shell, which is different that the base used for the Imbert reactor.  Inserts of 6″, 8″ and 10″ are possible.  The diagonal side port is for fuel feed.  In updraft mode, gas can be pulled via the cyclone port on the side or the standard GEK fan bolted to the top.  In downdraft mode, gas is pulled from the gas cowling via the standard method.  The vertical vessel should be insulated with Kaowool or similar insulation batting.

Multi-Point Air Injection

The multi-point air injection reactor bolts into the same “generic” reactor shell as above.  The reactor is divided into 6 sections, each with 5 nozzle holes facing inward.  The nozzle holes are threaded so different size nozzle inserts can be installed.

The typical GEK flange and vessel tube system is used to make these six air manifold sections, without the usual mess of plumbing elaborations typical of these reactor types.  Air is introduced via the 6 pipe nipples arrayed around the top, using butterfly valves or other means supplied by the user.  The GEK GCU can be used to control the resulting reactor assembly.

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