Any modifications needed to convert chest freezer to fermentation vessel??

bgough · 03-30-2009, 08:31 PM

Will I need to make any mods so that one of these things will hold at around 60 degrees?

Tonedef131 · 03-30-2009, 08:33 PM

Just get a temp controller.

bgough · 03-30-2009, 08:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Tonedef131

Just get a temp controller.

How does one of these work?

How are they installed?

**WortMonger** · 03-30-2009, 08:52 PM

They are inline with the power cord to the freezer. You just pop the temperature probe inside the freezer and it switches the freezer on and off.

bgough · 03-30-2009, 10:45 PM

Got it...Thanks.

Where can I find one on line and how much are they?

I know I could probably google and find something, but I'd prefer a tried and true brand from someone who uses them.

Thanks

**ChshreCat** · 03-30-2009, 10:59 PM

Do a search for "temperature controller" and you'll find many posts about the different ones available, makes, models, etc.

**WortMonger** · 03-31-2009, 01:04 AM

Ranco, Love, Johnson Controls, etc...

alpo · 03-31-2009, 02:08 AM

morebeer.com has the unwired Ranco for $65 with free shipping.

McKBrew · 03-31-2009, 02:21 AM

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Originally Posted by alpo

morebeer.com has the unwired Ranco for $65 with free shipping.

You can buy the same ones from Ebay for just under $50.

alpo · 03-31-2009, 03:20 AM

Before shipping, I'm sure. I'd rather give my money to a reputable home brew supplier anyway.