Thundercougarfalconbird
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I happened upon this,
https://www.homebrewtalk.com/f51/rims-dummies-114997/
Is it really as simple as this? Could I remove the RIMS function but use the concept behind the diagram(PID, Thermocouple, Solid State Switch) and a larger element, install them in my kettle, and follow the diagram?
Like so,
The element and themocouple would of course be lower but I didnt wanna mess up the diagram.(also I'll be using a bigger element)
In the diagram I see the 115 VAC HOT and NEU. Im a little confused, are these just the appropriately sized black/red wires that end up in the outlet. And if so are the ends simply enclosed in a 3 prong plug?
Are the circles in the diagram places where the wires would be soldered together? And are the places where wires cross without the circle simply overlapping?
Also, I notice by the pump was a switch correct?I moved it, would the placement be appropriate/necessary?
Would it be best to buy a project box, install the switch, PID, and solid state switch.
Can I install more than one element into a single PID or do I need multiple?(if so I may hardwire a second element and only use it for boils)
Finally, I feel like there should be a ground somewhere, uh...where?
https://www.homebrewtalk.com/f51/rims-dummies-114997/
Is it really as simple as this? Could I remove the RIMS function but use the concept behind the diagram(PID, Thermocouple, Solid State Switch) and a larger element, install them in my kettle, and follow the diagram?
Like so,
The element and themocouple would of course be lower but I didnt wanna mess up the diagram.(also I'll be using a bigger element)
In the diagram I see the 115 VAC HOT and NEU. Im a little confused, are these just the appropriately sized black/red wires that end up in the outlet. And if so are the ends simply enclosed in a 3 prong plug?
Are the circles in the diagram places where the wires would be soldered together? And are the places where wires cross without the circle simply overlapping?
Also, I notice by the pump was a switch correct?I moved it, would the placement be appropriate/necessary?
Would it be best to buy a project box, install the switch, PID, and solid state switch.
Can I install more than one element into a single PID or do I need multiple?(if so I may hardwire a second element and only use it for boils)
Finally, I feel like there should be a ground somewhere, uh...where?