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Planning a eBIAB build and I'm struggling to plan for wire sizes in my control panel. Here is the schematic I will be using. Can someone mark up this schematic to provide wire sizes? Thanks in advance.

I'm looking for some creative ideas on how to keep the brew in a bag from contacting the heating element. I've seen that some bayou classic pots come with a stainless basket which I assume would work but I'm interested in other ideas. Thanks.

I've got some vacuum packed hop pellets that have been stored in a -2 degree F freezer for 3 years. Should I just age these hops and adjust the recipe accordingly or just replace them?

I'm going to my first growler fill tomorrow and I'm bringing my own 2 liter growler. The growler will be sitting in my truck all until I get off of work. Should I keep starsan sanitizer in it and just ask the growler filler to empty just prior to filling or just sanitize and keep it sealed? Thanks.

I have a 25-ft copper immersion pre chiller that I use with my plate chiller. I brewed last week in 100 degree texas heat and I was only able to the wort temp down to the mid 80's. This was using a very low flow rate from my march pump. I was thinking about adding another chiller in series. I...

I have a bunch of simcoe and amarillo that I would like to start using. Any tips on a recipe using both of the hops? Thanks.

I'm trying to scale the following 5.25 gal recipe to 10.50 gal and trying to decide how to scale the orange, coriander, and chamomile. Any tips are greatly appreciated. Thanks. BeerSmith 2 Recipe Printout - http://www.beersmith.com Recipe: Belgian Wit Brewer: Justin Asst Brewer: Style...

I have an event this Friday which I have volunteered to bring 5 gallons of homebrew. Any tips for last minute planning on how to travel with and serve from a keg? The only idea I have is a trash can filled with ice to chill and bringing the 5 lb CO2 tank with me. Thanks in advance.

I found the attached diagram posted by P-J. It is almost exactly like I need it with the following exceptions: 1) I'd like to have a main power selector switch (SW2) that would control power to all items in the enclosure. This would replace the PID power switch. In addition to the main...

Can anyone help me size an enclosure for following build? I wanted to go with this Auber Instruments project box but I'm worried it will be too small.

I have priced the two options and they are within $5 of each other if you factor in the NEMA 14-30P power cable, NEMA 14-30R receptacle, and miscellaneous 10AWG THHN stranded wire and hardware. Other than the cost, what are the benefits of using the spa panel vs gfi breaker? For the price...

I'm looking for some assistance with a wiring diagram. I was originally planning on a single vessel BIAB 2 heating elements. I was going to use independent circuits supplying 120V from a 20A GFI breaker via 3 prong plug. However, I have decided to switch gears. I have decided to step up to...

I want to install a 5500W 240V heating element in my HLT and BK to supplement propane. I will only be running one heating element at a time. The easiest route to power the heating elements is to run 25' of 10/3 wire from my dryer outlet to my brewing station. The dryer outlet has a 30A...

It is 50' of 3/8" ACR cooper with soldered connections. The tail pieces have 1/2" male pipe adapters. It is in good condition and has absolutely no leaks. Camlocks are not included. I figure $50 is a fair price. Due to its size and shape I would prefer not to ship. Let me know if you are...

I have decided to replace my 1/2" camlock C style fittings to decrease the head loss through my system. They have been used only once and were purchased from Bargain Fittings. I have 4 of them available and they're yours for $20 + shipping. Thanks.

After splitting several 10 gallon batches into 2 - 6 Gallon Better Bottles I have decided to look into an inexpensive 14 Gallon plastic fermenters that will fit into my chest freezer. I'd like for it to be food grade HDPE, airtight, and large opening so that I can easily clean, i.e. no LME...

I have several varieties of hops that I have yet to brew with. Amarillo Citra Falconers Flight Simcoe Zythos Does anyone have a base recipe or style that would be suited to experiment with these hops? I was thinking about a pale ale grist with 2-row, vienna, crystal, and carapils similar to ed...

I'm between batches and I'm wondering if there is any problem with leaving the co2 line and disconnect on the keg without cleaning like the liquid components. My thought is that the co2 in the line will keep any nastys out. I plan to sanitize the disconnect prior to connecting to the filled...

I'm attempting to build a robust porter recipe and I would like help deciding which is more appropriate for the style; Black Patent or Dehusked Carafa III? Black Patent Option: 76.8% 2-Row 10.1% Dark Munich 6.1% Crystal 40 4.0% Chocolate 3.0% Black Patent Dehusked Carafa III Option...

I am familiar with partiyle style brewing but I'm wondering how different a brew can be with only varying the yeast? Basically, I want to avoid having to do separate boils which I understand limits the variables. Are there styles better suited for this experiment?