Alright folks, I'd like some input:
Goal: 10 gallons of wort from boiling to pitching temperature (~65*) in 15 minutes with up to 85* groundwater. I'd like to recirculate, whirlpool, let rest then drain from kettle.
Equipment owned:
Boil kettle with ball valve and re circulation loop.
15' all copper counterflow chiller - worked great with cold groundwater, not so much here.
30' copper and garden hose counterflow chiller. Not in use. Was sold to me by someone who didn't know better or didn't disclose the problems with the build (internally ridged hose - build can be completed with some sealant).
60' of 3/8 copper. Not sure if this should be a prechiller, post chiller, or some of each.
1 march pump.
3 aquarium pumps that I'm willing to dedicate to recirculating icewater.
A couple coolers that could be dedicated to chilling.
Throw some ideas at me. I have a couple ideas of how I could accomplish my goals, but I'm sure there are a few ideas I haven't considered.
Goal: 10 gallons of wort from boiling to pitching temperature (~65*) in 15 minutes with up to 85* groundwater. I'd like to recirculate, whirlpool, let rest then drain from kettle.
Equipment owned:
Boil kettle with ball valve and re circulation loop.
15' all copper counterflow chiller - worked great with cold groundwater, not so much here.
30' copper and garden hose counterflow chiller. Not in use. Was sold to me by someone who didn't know better or didn't disclose the problems with the build (internally ridged hose - build can be completed with some sealant).
60' of 3/8 copper. Not sure if this should be a prechiller, post chiller, or some of each.
1 march pump.
3 aquarium pumps that I'm willing to dedicate to recirculating icewater.
A couple coolers that could be dedicated to chilling.
Throw some ideas at me. I have a couple ideas of how I could accomplish my goals, but I'm sure there are a few ideas I haven't considered.
