Ebac CD100 & CD100E Dehumidifier Review

The CD100 & CD100E are extremely powerful dehumidifiers that can be used in a variety of applications including harsh conditions down to temperatures of 33 degrees. Their 700 cfm air-flow can dry the toughest environments as large as 3,000 square feet with a potential of 20 gallons of moisture removal in extremely high temperature and humidity conditions.

PARAMETERS	STAR RATING
1. Room Coverage Based on 24 Hour Moisture Removal
2. Noise Level
3. Low Temperature Operation
4. Quality of the Continuous Drainage Option Included (Ease of hose attachment, location above the ground to improve the flow of water w/ gravity and provides the hose)
5. Bucket Capacity	Not Applicable
6. Size, Weight and Maneuverability
7. Ease of Access to Bucket & to Remove and Replace	Not Applicable
8. Energy Rating
9. Ability to Access Filter & to Remove, Clean and Re-install	Not Applicable
10. Quality of Construction & Warranty
11. Value for the Price

Pluses:

• System indicators: different lamps will tell operating status of these dehumidifiers
• Adjustable humidistat: gives the ability to control the level of humidity in a room
• Powerful: high air flow and large water-removal capacity
• Quiet Operation: dehumidifiers are relatively quiet for their power at 60 decibels
• Low Temperature Operation: operates down to 33°F before shutting off. The “Hot Gas” defrost automatically eliminates frost build up

Minuses:

• No wheels available on dehumidifiers
• No internal pump
• Dehumidifiers are heavy at 135 lbs, yet they are durable
• Power usage is 8.5 running amps per hour – among the highest energy usage of the Ebac models

Summary:

These are durable, relatively quiet and powerful dehumidifiers for harsh or extremely wet conditions. The low temperature operation, high air flow and outstanding water removal capacity of up to 20 gallons of water per day make them excellent choices for large areas. For those areas where remote monitoring of high humidity is required, the CD100E features an alarm humidistat. In summary, the Ebac CD100 and CD100E dehumidifiers are truly built to get the job done under extreme conditions in a variety of settings including pumping stations, warehouses and active marine vessels.

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