MidTNJasonF
Well-Known Member
In my build (eHERMS, 3 converted kegs, two 5500 ULWD elements, BrewTroller, single tier, multi pump) I have contemplated a couple different element mounting options.
Has anyone considered mounting the element, utilizing a tri-clover adapter, to the main sanke fitting on a keg? Keg flipped over of course.
It would put the element center mass of the kettle. It would be easily removable. It would not require any additional welding, soldering, or weldless bulkhead solutions. It would not interfere with an immersion chiller or a HERMS/Hex coil.
The obvious problems to me would be the inability to use a traditional hop spider in a boil kettle application. Hop pellet material and break material would settle at the lowest point, especially with whirlpool, which would put it right around the base of the element. I am trying to decide if that would be a problem or not.
Pitfalls? Thoughts?
Has anyone considered mounting the element, utilizing a tri-clover adapter, to the main sanke fitting on a keg? Keg flipped over of course.
It would put the element center mass of the kettle. It would be easily removable. It would not require any additional welding, soldering, or weldless bulkhead solutions. It would not interfere with an immersion chiller or a HERMS/Hex coil.
The obvious problems to me would be the inability to use a traditional hop spider in a boil kettle application. Hop pellet material and break material would settle at the lowest point, especially with whirlpool, which would put it right around the base of the element. I am trying to decide if that would be a problem or not.
Pitfalls? Thoughts?