Kettle Thermometer Stem Length?

**509inc** · 06-09-2010, 05:17 PM

I have a used beer keg ( legally acquired - or as legal as buying off Craigslist is).

I'm looking to get a Weldless Thermometer kit.

There are 2", 4", 6" stems.

How long is long enough to get accurate temps but not interfere / get in the way of a Immersion Wort Chiller?

Any thoughts from guy who are already using this type of setup?

**BargainFittings** · 06-09-2010, 06:31 PM

The 2" stem will read fine if you are going to recirculate or stir your wort as you chill it.

Nanobru · 06-09-2010, 06:32 PM

Shorter the better (and cheaper). Accuracy is no problem with a stubby, but be aware I got false readings by the heat from the burnercoming up the sides of the keg which was a problem in my mash tun. I cut up a small coffee can as a deflector and works very well. If you do run into clearance issues with the thermometer and chiller, "screw" it in.

**509inc** · 06-09-2010, 06:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BargainFittings

The 2" stem will read fine if you are going to recirculate or stir your wort as you chill it.

Thanks for the quick response

I actual just bought a weldless bulkhead and dip tube from you. Thanks for the extremely fast shipping. I will recommend you to everyone.