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Best Temp Controller for a Magic Chef 5.5 Chest Freezer

Discussion in 'Fermenters' started by zinger084, Jul 21, 2009.

 

  1. #1
    zinger084

    Well-Known Member

    Posted Jul 21, 2009
    Hello all,

    I got a new Magic Chef 5.5 Chest Freezer from Home Depot last night for $160 including tax. I thought it was a good deal and I am ready to spend more here shortly.

    Can someone tell me what brand of temperature controller is decent and easy to use with this unit (freezer)? I would like to get one order today if possible and I have only read about a few different controllers.

    Any input would be appreciated.

    Thanks.
     
  2. #2
    sjlammer

    Well-Known Member

    Posted Jul 21, 2009
    The one that CHI company sells seems like a good deal, although i don't know how it works... its like 30 dollars
     
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    Munsoned

    Well-Known Member

    Posted Jul 21, 2009
    I bought a love controller at drillspot.com--arriving tomorrow. Sorry, can't tell you how well it works or how easy it will be to install yet, but at least I can point you to another option. The prices at drillspot seemed pretty good, and it's free 3-day shipping.

    I got the TSX-10140.
     
  4. #4
    tokolosh

    Well-Known Member

    Posted Jul 21, 2009
    I have a similar size chest freezer and use the Love controller. Works beautifully. Just be prepared to slice into your new freezer's electrical wiring!
     
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    zinger084

    Well-Known Member

    Posted Jul 21, 2009
    I ended up taking the dive on a $60 unwired Ranco brand new. I am hoping it should work out well. Not it's onto a tank/sankey/hose kit. Suggestions for a good starting place?
     
  6. #6
    thelorax121

    Well-Known Member

    Posted Jul 22, 2009
    Anyone have experience with the controler fro CHI Company?
     
  7. #7
    BBQB

    Well-Known Member

    Posted Apr 7, 2014
    I'm looking at one of these on cl. Does it easily fit two buckets plus air locks?


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  8. #8
    muddy1015

    Well-Known Member

    Posted Aug 5, 2015
    Also looking to get one of these off CL - anyone have one and can comment how many ball locks and/or carboys it can fit?
     
  9. #9
    DurtyChemist

    Well-Known Member

    Posted Aug 7, 2015
    5.5 cubic feet will fit 2 ball lock kegs very easy. I don't think it will fit 3 without a collar.
     
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