sritchie09
New Member
Hey all,
I'm a new brewer in Philadelphia, currently looking to put together a HERMS system using the brewtroller for automation. First off, this is an unbelievable site. The DIY crowd here is outstanding.
I've been reading build threads for the past few days, and have come across a huge range of options for setups. The one thing I haven't been able to find is a comprehensive list of fittings that one might need in a HLT, MLT and BK. (I'm looking to make a fitting order for all parts in the next couple of days, and want to be prepared to take a look at my budget and plan accordingly.)
Here's what I have so far, based on what I've been looking at. I would love some guidance, especially input on any fittings I might be missing. I'd like to get a list for a no-holds-barred, unlimited price brewery, so I can scale down from there.
HLT:
MLT:
BK:
Am I missing anything? Of these, what would you all recommend cutting out, for a Brewtroller automated HERMS build (starting with the immersion chiller mounted in the boil kettle)?
Thanks, all, really looking forward to hearing your thoughts.
I'm a new brewer in Philadelphia, currently looking to put together a HERMS system using the brewtroller for automation. First off, this is an unbelievable site. The DIY crowd here is outstanding.
I've been reading build threads for the past few days, and have come across a huge range of options for setups. The one thing I haven't been able to find is a comprehensive list of fittings that one might need in a HLT, MLT and BK. (I'm looking to make a fitting order for all parts in the next couple of days, and want to be prepared to take a look at my budget and plan accordingly.)
Here's what I have so far, based on what I've been looking at. I would love some guidance, especially input on any fittings I might be missing. I'd like to get a list for a no-holds-barred, unlimited price brewery, so I can scale down from there.
HLT:
- HERMS coil in
- HERMS coil out
- Ball valve
- Temperature gauge
- Thermowell for Brewtroller probe
- Sight glass
MLT:
- Sparge in, from HERMS coil (or does this go into a twirling sparge arm manifold mounted above?)
- Ball valve for mash out
- Temperature gauge
- Thermowell for Brewtroller probe
- Sight glass
BK:
- Ball valve for wort out
- Sight glass
- thermowell for brewtroller probe
- Temperature gauge
- internal immersion chiller in
- internal immersion chiller out
Am I missing anything? Of these, what would you all recommend cutting out, for a Brewtroller automated HERMS build (starting with the immersion chiller mounted in the boil kettle)?
Thanks, all, really looking forward to hearing your thoughts.