Stevorino
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So am I correct in assuming that you'd only need 1 output in a standard HERMS system -- a scolenoid valve for the HLT?
So am I correct in assuming that you'd only need 1 output in a standard HERMS system -- a scolenoid valve for the HLT?
So am I correct in assuming that you'd only need 1 output in a standard HERMS system -- a scolenoid valve for the HLT?
No, you can also add a relay for the pump(s) if you add a float switch to the MLT for the sparge.
No, You would actually need two. You would need a output to control your gas/pilot valve system on the HLT and an output to control the pump for the recirc. through the HERMS for the MLT. You could set the system up a couple of different ways. You could leave the circ. pump on constantly and step temperatures with the HLT or you could set the HLT to one temp, say 160F and use the pump for control of the temperature in the MLT. One is not better than the other in my opinion. Either way you have a completely automated mash. S.
Do you already have burners?
Solenoid for Brew Kettle
Relay for Brew
I'm willing to bet that there's little parts here and there that add up to more than you're calculating.
Tubing is expensive. Fittings are expensive. Are you planning on hard plumbing the gas? There's extra $.
I'm sure that it will end up being $800-$900 total.
I've been pricing my system out as well. My shopping list is almost complete. I've already checked off a bunch of things.
Adam-How about changing the name of the BCS to the Box of Miracles? I think it's viable.
So...tell me if this sounds like the right idea:
4 Temperature Probes:
1) Boil Kettle
2) Mash Tun
3) Hot Liquor Tun
4) Probe for Wort flowing out of HLT and back into MLT
2 Outputs:
1) Pilot Light
2) Scolenoid Valve on HLT
This would allow me to monitor the temperature on all my vessels and control the burner for the HLT. Thus, if I wanted to a step mash, I would always have the pump flowing, but I'd control the heat of the water in the HLT with the Scolenoid valve. Pilot light would essentially stay on during the entire mash....if so, would that even need an output?
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Whatt am I missing/miscalculating?
So here is the deal on your question. You can program the BCS-460 with a timer to limmit your cycle duration. So for instance, you have the level sensor set two inches above the grain bed, and you want it to get no lower than an inch above the grain bed. When the water falls bellow the the sensor, the timer is triggered, the amount of time that it takes to get to you one inch above the grain bed, becomes the cycle time. Did I answer your question? If you want a better explanation just let me know. S.
Thanks Adam, looking forward to these spinal injections next monday if they will help. Up until 3:30am to 5:00am then down, up at 7:00am i'm at my pain limits. I'll ASAP square away with you with this purchase. All I can say at the at the moment besides your a true gentleman towards me. Thanks. Carl.....No worries Carl, I'll keep a controller with your name on it. Concentrate on getting better. Adam
No, You would actually need two. You would need a output to control your gas/pilot valve system on the HLT and an output to control the pump for the recirc. through the HERMS for the MLT. You could set the system up a couple of different ways. You could leave the circ. pump on constantly and step temperatures with the HLT or you could set the HLT to one temp, say 160F and use the pump for control of the temperature in the MLT. One is not better than the other in my opinion. Either way you have a completely automated mash. S.
Questions:This will be a HERMS system so the four 4" long probes will be used. One in the HLT, one in the HERMS coil output before flowing to the MLT, one probe at the bottom of the MLT near the outlet of the MLT headed back to the HLT coil inlet and one probe for the boil kettle. All these at 4" long. Would I gain anything by using a 6" long probe instead of a 4" probe at the bottom of the MLT near the outlet fitting heading back to the coil in the HLT?
Would a 6" get a better signal or reading of the mash being 2" deeper inside the MLT vs a 4" probe at this outlet at the bottom of the MLT? Thanks as everyone's been great. Note; all I need is a new back then i'm ready to construct my crazy brewing project.
Take care all. Carl........
Excellent! It is great to read about your success. Tell me how your beer turns out when its finished. S.:fro:I turn the pump on and off to maintain temp, works great. I did a step mash last time I brewed. This little black box rocks.
BrewBeemer,
Question about how you are planing to use a temp prob on the outflow of your herms. Is your coil inside the HLT or a seperate pot. thanks
In fact, one of our beta testers is developing an iPhone app.
I guess I meant you wouldn't have a NEW pesky monthly contract.I have Tmobile
In case you missed my other thread, the iphone app for the bcs-460 is now in a released 1.0 state: http://software.druidhillroad.com for screen shots, video and itunes link.
Any pics of systems using the controller. Just purchased mine and will start putting things together in the coming weeks. I'm sure lots of questions to follow.
are you HERMS brewers recirculating continuous or just when needed to maintain temp. trying to put the process down on paper, thanks for help
Just to clarify, the digi16 does not add any additional temperature inputs. If you need more than four you will need to buy the 462.lotwookie -
Another option to consider is that you can add an additional 12 discrete outputs and 4 discrete inputs by adding a digi16 for $34.
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My 460 is mounted remotely in the basement. I ran some cat6 from the garage (where I brew) to the basement. I used some industrial strength velcro to mount the 460 itself, but I didn't mount the green connector to anything. You might be able to rig something up using something similar. I rarely unplug mine.For those of you with a 460, how did you mount the 10 pin connectors to your control boxes. The 462 pin connectors seem to have wings with screw holes, the 460 does not. I'd like to be able to "plug" the BCS in when I need, and remove it when I don't. This neccessitates mounting the pin connectors . . .
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