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Old 08-02-2021, 02:42 PM
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Would it make the slightest differance if my new alloy condenser was painted black?
 
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The paint may insulate it a bit, reducing heat transfer.
 
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Doug's answer is correct. Paint limits the heat transfer ability of the condenser.
If you REALLY wanted to paint it, a light dusting on the fins would be all I would do.
 
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Aluminum corrodes more than you’d think. That’s why they usually get a lick of black paint… It’ll cool just fine painted black and last longer too.
 
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Mine came already black from Manners. Aircon works really well.
 
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