Dry Ice?

bonjing · 08-25-2010, 03:36 PM

My search-fu is weak

My cooler has been hanging around the 70*+ area the past few days. I was planning on using some dry ice to help cool it down, does anyone have any advice as to yea or nay on doing this?

Thank you all

markem · 08-25-2010, 03:43 PM

70* area is fine for cigars. High 70s isn't. Dry ice is expensive. If you really think that you must put ice into the cooler, remember that it becomes (non distilled) water after a while. At least two layers of zip-lock and I'd probably also wrap it in a towel to catch condensation. Do not put in direct contact with the sticks or their boxes.

Mugen910 · 08-25-2010, 03:51 PM

also keep in mind that cooler air will reduce the humidity.

bonjing · 08-25-2010, 03:51 PM

It's been hovering around 75*. It hasn't cooled down here in a few days which is unusual at least at night. I do freeze all my sticks so I do have that little bit peace of mind.

T.G · 08-25-2010, 04:06 PM

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Originally Posted by bonjing

It's been hovering around 75*. It hasn't cooled down here in a few days which is unusual at least at night. I do freeze all my sticks so I do have that little bit peace of mind.

Then I wouldn't worry about it.

dwoodward · 08-25-2010, 04:25 PM

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Originally Posted by T.G

Then I wouldn't worry about it.

Same... The only reason to worry about temps is the fact that high temps can cause cigar beetle issues. If you already froze them, then there shouldn't be any issues no matter what temp your cigars sit at for extended periods of time.

bobarian · 08-25-2010, 04:29 PM

Not necessary Greg.

1) You've frozen everything

2) Beetles require sustained temps above 72 to hatch. A few days above wont make any difference

3) You've frozen everything

bonjing · 08-25-2010, 06:45 PM

Thanks guys.

sjnovakovich · 08-26-2010, 06:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by markem

70* area is fine for cigars. High 70s isn't. Dry ice is expensive. If you really think that you must put ice into the cooler, remember that it becomes (non distilled) water after a while. At least two layers of zip-lock and I'd probably also wrap it in a towel to catch condensation. Do not put in direct contact with the sticks or their boxes.

Dry ice produces CO2... no water involved.

md4958 · 08-26-2010, 06:57 PM

instead of dry ice, why not some ice packs from the freezer? you can rotate out one at a time wrapped in a paper towel to absorb any condensation. you only need to lower it a couple degrees.

Plus, Bob offers sage advice, if you have an issue with temperature, freeze everything.

08-25-2010, 03:36 PM	#1
bonjing ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 3,970 Trading: (39)	Dry Ice? My search-fu is weak My cooler has been hanging around the 70*+ area the past few days. I was planning on using some dry ice to help cool it down, does anyone have any advice as to yea or nay on doing this? Thank you all

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markem Bunion Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Mark Location: Second Star on the Right Posts: 22,535 Trading: (47)	Re: Dry Ice? 70* area is fine for cigars. High 70s isn't. Dry ice is expensive. If you really think that you must put ice into the cooler, remember that it becomes (non distilled) water after a while. At least two layers of zip-lock and I'd probably also wrap it in a towel to catch condensation. Do not put in direct contact with the sticks or their boxes. __________________ I refuse to belong to any organization that would have me as a member. ~ Groucho Marx

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Mugen910 I <3 Huy Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Location Location: First Name Posts: 8,387 Trading: (106)	Re: Dry Ice? also keep in mind that cooler air will reduce the humidity. __________________ I'm not antisocial, I just think people are stupid.

08-25-2010, 03:51 PM	#4
bonjing ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 3,970 Trading: (39)	Re: Dry Ice? It's been hovering around 75*. It hasn't cooled down here in a few days which is unusual at least at night. I do freeze all my sticks so I do have that little bit peace of mind.

08-25-2010, 04:29 PM	#7
bobarian Cranky Habanophile Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Wine Country Posts: 8,869 Trading: (51)	Re: Dry Ice? Not necessary Greg. 1) You've frozen everything 2) Beetles require sustained temps above 72 to hatch. A few days above wont make any difference 3) You've frozen everything

08-25-2010, 06:45 PM	#8
bonjing ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 3,970 Trading: (39)	Re: Dry Ice? Thanks guys.

08-26-2010, 06:57 PM	#10
md4958 Captain Cannoli Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Moe Location: Suffield, CT Posts: 5,712 Trading: (62)	Re: Dry Ice? instead of dry ice, why not some ice packs from the freezer? you can rotate out one at a time wrapped in a paper towel to absorb any condensation. you only need to lower it a couple degrees. Plus, Bob offers sage advice, if you have an issue with temperature, freeze everything. __________________ "One fart can foul the air for everyone" - Esteemed philosopher "If avoiding the nasty $hit is being a snob, them I am guilty as charged."- Same esteemed philosopher.