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220v STC-1000 Help

Discussion in 'Electric Brewing' started by SippinSudz, Sep 30, 2015.

 

  1. #1
    SippinSudz

    Well-Known Member

    Posted Sep 30, 2015
    Hey all,

    I've received the wrong product in the mail. Ordered a 110v STC1000, received a 220v. He refunded me 100% and said keep it.

    So, if i plan on continuing with a temp control box and wire up a Box with a socket, using a Step up transformer from 110v to 220v into the STC-1000 to power it... What is gonna happen to my chest freezer and heating source which already run off 110v if they're plugged into the sockets that I've wired this 220v STC into...

    I'm wondering if I should just sell this 220V STC1000 and order a 110V

    Please help with some suggestions
     
  2. #2
    Brumateur

    Supporting Member  

    Posted Oct 1, 2015
    IF you have a 110 -> 220V transformer, you can easily use STC to control your 110V freezer and heater. STC1000 output is just a relay and it can control any voltage.
    However as I know 220v version of STC has a Celsius indication.
     
  3. #3
    SippinSudz

    Well-Known Member

    Posted Oct 1, 2015
    Celsius is perfect.
    I'm glad the STC1000 can still be wired up and control different voltages.
    Thanks for the reply
     
  4. #4
    doug293cz

    BIABer, Beer Math Nerd, ePanel Designer, Pilot Staff Member  

    Posted Oct 1, 2015
    Try wiring it up just like a 120V model. You can't exceed to voltage limits by hooking it up to a lower voltage than it's rated for. There is a good chance it will work just fine. Lots of modern electronics are actually designed to work with 110V to 240V, 50 Hz to 60 Hz inputs. Since it's a freebie, you have no $'s at risk.

    Brew on :mug:
     
  5. #5
    SippinSudz

    Well-Known Member

    Posted Oct 1, 2015
    My next question is...
    What transformer watt do I need?

    Only thing available right now is 100w step up/down for 20$ here in town.

    The manual says running power for my STC1000 is only 3watts?...
     
  6. #6
    alphaomega

    Well-Known Member

    Posted Oct 1, 2015
    @doug293cz: That is not a good idea in this case. The stc does not use a switching power supply, just a regular transformer. The unregulated output of said transformer powers the relays, so it will not function properly.

    Either you can remove the transformer and use an external 110-12v transformer (wall wart) like this. OR you can remove the relays and substitute them for 5v equivalents (cheap on ebay).

    Cheers!
     
  7. #7
    Brumateur

    Supporting Member  

    Posted Oct 1, 2015
  8. #8
    SippinSudz

    Well-Known Member

    Posted Oct 1, 2015
    @alphaomega...
    You're telling me if I hook up my STC1000 normally, but using a step up transformer to power the 220v STC, the relays going to my plugs which will be powered by another 110v source won't work properly??
     
  9. #9
    alphaomega

    Well-Known Member

    Posted Oct 1, 2015
    @SippinSudz: No, a step up transformer will work just fine.
    Just connecting a 220v STC directly to 110v will not work.
     
  10. #10
    SippinSudz

    Well-Known Member

    Posted Oct 1, 2015
    Ok thx!
     
  11. #11
    Brumateur

    Supporting Member  

    Posted Oct 1, 2015
    Wiring diagram

    temp-controller-wiring-diagram_220.jpg
     
  12. #12
    SippinSudz

    Well-Known Member

    Posted Oct 1, 2015
    From that diagram, it's looking like I have to splice the power cable of the transformer which will give me the 110v I need for everything.

    I really appreciate the help. It's nice seeing someone doesn't want me to kill my electronics
     
  13. #13
    SippinSudz

    Well-Known Member

    Posted Oct 2, 2015
    I'll have to cut the end off my power cord of the transformer, and splice the hot line with the 110v hot line right?

    So I'll have 110v cord that plugs into wall, with transformer, hot relay, and cold relay all tied in to each other.

    Anything I'm missing?
     
  14. #14
    SippinSudz

    Well-Known Member

    Posted Oct 2, 2015
    I need help from someone.

    I'm stuck on the #2 port of the STC.

    I have 220v hot(black) going into #1.

    My colours are black(hot) white(neutral) and green(ground)

    I have black in 1, 5, 7.
    The problem I have is in the diagram when the transformer appears to have a white leaving the transformer to the electrical socket.

    Ugh
     
  15. #15
    alphaomega

    Well-Known Member

    Posted Oct 2, 2015
    The wiring diagram that @Brumateur posted is pretty much as clear as it can be.
    If you have trouble following that, then I would suggest you get some help wiring it up from someone who has a bit more experience. It is not that hard to do, but if you are not confident in wiring yourself, then you really should get some assistance.
    You not only need to make the right connections, but also make them safe.

    Cheers!
     
  16. #16
    SippinSudz

    Well-Known Member

    Posted Oct 2, 2015
    I'll be getting some assistance from the technicians at work later today. I was hoping to have it all prepped before I go to them a solder, wire it all in.

    I have the output wire of the transformer with a black, white green. I've run the black into the #1 terminal. Do I run the white into the #2 OR do I cut a seperate white wire, and run the white wire from #2 to the neutral side of the electrical socket
     
  17. #17
    AnthonyUK

    Well-Known Member

    Posted Oct 2, 2015
    Hmmm. It looks as though this 'bargain' is going to cost more than buying the correct type.
     
    doug293cz likes this.
  18. #18
    SippinSudz

    Well-Known Member

    Posted Oct 2, 2015
    Thx for the input Anthony.
     
  19. #19
    Brumateur

    Supporting Member  

    Posted Oct 2, 2015
    Could you make and post picture of your transformer?
     
  20. #20
    SippinSudz

    Well-Known Member

    Posted Oct 2, 2015
  21. #21
    Brumateur

    Supporting Member  

    Posted Oct 2, 2015
    You can plug this transformer to separate 110V outlet and then connect 220V output directly to 1 and 2 terminal. It doesn't matter wich 220 wire goes to 1 or 2
     
  22. #22
    SippinSudz

    Well-Known Member

    Posted Oct 3, 2015
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