mcgeebc
Well-Known Member
I've been buying parts and researching for over a year. I've finally made significant progress on my electric brewery.
I'm trying to keep it inexpensive and safe. It's modeled after the countertop brutus 20, but 240v 5500 watts for 5 gallon batches.
My goals are simple and accurate temperature control and to brew in the basement safely. That is why I chose the electric path.
I didnt see the need to add switches. Like I said, I'm trying to keep it inexpensive.
The panel will plug into a gfci protected spa panel nearby. The breaker will be powered off when the panel is not in use.
The wiring is almost done. Just need to connect the pigtail and solder the connection for the temp probe.
One thing I'm still trying to figure out is how I'm going to connect the element. I have had bad luck with weldless fittings, so I had a 1" coupling welded for the element. I haven't seen this approach used often. Any advice for the connection? I'll probably use the 2 gang outlet box approach opposed to potting the connection in a PVC cap.
Any other advice or concerns based on what I've stated or the attached pictures?
I'm trying to keep it inexpensive and safe. It's modeled after the countertop brutus 20, but 240v 5500 watts for 5 gallon batches.
My goals are simple and accurate temperature control and to brew in the basement safely. That is why I chose the electric path.
I didnt see the need to add switches. Like I said, I'm trying to keep it inexpensive.
The panel will plug into a gfci protected spa panel nearby. The breaker will be powered off when the panel is not in use.
The wiring is almost done. Just need to connect the pigtail and solder the connection for the temp probe.
One thing I'm still trying to figure out is how I'm going to connect the element. I have had bad luck with weldless fittings, so I had a 1" coupling welded for the element. I haven't seen this approach used often. Any advice for the connection? I'll probably use the 2 gang outlet box approach opposed to potting the connection in a PVC cap.
Any other advice or concerns based on what I've stated or the attached pictures?