kc_blueandwhite
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So, I've got the OK from SWAMBO to put together an e-kettle. I've been following different threads and builds on here for a little while, so I'm basing my designs on them. For reference;
https://www.homebrewtalk.com/f51/stove-assisted-ekettle-293644/
https://www.homebrewtalk.com/f170/stovetop-110v-single-vessel-system-265939/
https://www.homebrewtalk.com/f170/how-build-5-gal-110v-ebiab-kettle-304914/
As well as Kal's electric brewery and the countertop Brutus thread.
So I think that I have a fairly good sense what to do.
However, I'm undecided on what element to use in this. I'll be using a 12 gallon aluminium pot, and a stove that is rated for 2000W with a glass top. I have 2 separate 20 amp GFCI protected circuits as well. I don't plan on anything larger than 5-gallon batches.
This 1650W model was suggested in another thread. I like that its a low-watt density, so scorching should not be an issue. This 2000W model also seems popular, but I'm not sure whether its LD or not, or if it really matters.
Basically, do I need a 2000W element, or will the 1650 suffice? Do I need to worry if its low-density or not?
https://www.homebrewtalk.com/f51/stove-assisted-ekettle-293644/
https://www.homebrewtalk.com/f170/stovetop-110v-single-vessel-system-265939/
https://www.homebrewtalk.com/f170/how-build-5-gal-110v-ebiab-kettle-304914/
As well as Kal's electric brewery and the countertop Brutus thread.
So I think that I have a fairly good sense what to do.
However, I'm undecided on what element to use in this. I'll be using a 12 gallon aluminium pot, and a stove that is rated for 2000W with a glass top. I have 2 separate 20 amp GFCI protected circuits as well. I don't plan on anything larger than 5-gallon batches.
This 1650W model was suggested in another thread. I like that its a low-watt density, so scorching should not be an issue. This 2000W model also seems popular, but I'm not sure whether its LD or not, or if it really matters.
Basically, do I need a 2000W element, or will the 1650 suffice? Do I need to worry if its low-density or not?
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