Let’s say my heating analysis shows that I need 4000 Btu/hr heating capacity for a space.
I go to a website selling Myson radiators to see what is available. Here is one choice. It is from their line of steel column radiators.
The pic shows a different size and a 4 column radiator, but with similar construction and specs, of the steel #28-2045 2-column radiator. The 28-2045 is 18 h x 56 w, and has a rated output of 4309 Btu/hr. Price is $899. Weight is 46 pounds.
But here is another choice from Myson. Shown below is the type, from their “Select” product line. Model #SS 40 160G is 16 h x 63 w, has a rated output of 4351 Btu/hr, and only costs $163. It weighs in at 39 pounds.
Great big cost difference as you can see.
Why spend the big bucks?
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I was the local Myson rep in my area for a few years, and I would get confirmation of the less expensive item. I didn't sell to many of them and I don't recall that "Select" product line. I don't believe the price is correct.
Otherwise, the decision to buy a more costly item over a cheaper, is the same whether your talking about a radiator or a car. Is the quality, durability, style, prestige or performance of the more expensive item worth it to you. Sometimes you get what you pay for. Sometimes not. I'd have to see both "in person" to make that decision on my behalf. OTH, if what you really want is cheap, don't mess with Myson, take a look at http://www.weil-mclain.com/fullline/therma.pdf .
Edited 6/20/2006 3:07 pm by Tim