How much side ventilation space does an LED TV really need?
September 6, 2013 2:10 PM
Things I read say a TV needs anywhere from 1-4 inches all around to properly ventilate. I have an older entertainment unit with proportions made for tube TV's (more square than rectangle). I've found a couple of TV's with dimensions that would fit with very little room for ventilation on the sides (less than half an inch) but 4+ inches on the top when the TV is on its stand, and the ventilation allowed on the bottom by the stand (from pictures this looks like at least a couple of inches). There would also be a ton of space behind the TV because the cabinet is made for an old tube TV. Will this work or will I destroy the TV?
I would think the heat produced would flow out just fine, up and gone, more space = up and gone better/cooler/faster but the basic clearance you mention should be fine. You'll feel the heat and the force of any stream of heated escaping air right away.
posted by Freedomboy at 4:44 PM on September 6, 2013
posted by Freedomboy at 4:44 PM on September 6, 2013
Heat flows up and out. The depth won't help at all, but the empty space at the top will work fine.
posted by TheAdamist at 5:12 PM on September 6, 2013
posted by TheAdamist at 5:12 PM on September 6, 2013
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posted by phunniemee at 2:41 PM on September 6, 2013