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So I've been going back and fourth over what to do about my temperature sensor options in my Stout kettles. The thermowells are 2.25" long within the kettle and 1/2" female NPT outside. I originally bought the liquid tight RTD sensors that Auber sells since it would thread into my well, but...

Correction from error up the page 41164 + 54 gal ( 54 gals were added since error occurred) = 41218 gal

Thanks for the info. I've taken saisons into the upper 70s, low 80s before but never really looked into the yeast temp range

Im thinking the 90F water may have been too warm (link to s-04 instructions - http://www.fermentis.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/SFA_S04.pdf) It says 80F +/- 6 so you were just over the upper limit and may have been a little to high for the sensitive yeast. I would just pitch another packet...

Chocolate malts are really called that for their color contribution and not so much their chocolate flavor, I've found that pale chocolate malt will provide more of a "chocolate" flavor than regular chocolate malt as it's not as dark. The darker the malt, the more bitter/toasty/roasty flavor...

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Augiedoggy - go for it man!! The only thing that kept holding me back from ordering a prebuilt controller was the upfront cost for someone else's knowledge and know-how. Bells and whistles are great but I finally pieced together my first single PID, 2 pump, single 5500w outlet kit for $215 (I...

There's a link halfway through the webpage that says the controller cost $425 (roughly)

Missed this thread all together this year. 36630.5+150 (various styles) = 36780.5

Currently enjoying my version of a local brewery's chocolate PB ale when I came across the thread. 1 - I add unsweetened cocoa powder during the last 10 mins of the boil (as well as PB2 powder). With 10 mins left I cut the flame, add powder and stir until I can't see any "powder balls". Then...

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I received my Auber order today and the temperature probe is slightly bent. The probe/sensor body is 2.5" in length with the actual temp probe being 1.75" long. The NPT only threads into my thermo-well halfway before I meet resistance with the side of the well, so the probe is in the kettle...

I saw those HD double pole switches as well the other day. Just wire them inline after the ssr and before the element, correct? Other than being bulkier than a toggle, they seem to fit the bill. I was a little uneasy using something that stated it was rated for less amps than I knew I needed...

I've found the perfect wiring diagram (thanks PJ!!!) and ordered all the parts except for the toggle switch to turn the element on an off. The wiring diagram I'm using is linked below... http://www.pjmuth.org/beerstuff/images/Auberin-wiring1-a4-5500w-30c1-e-stop.jpg I've double checked...

Great points... My original plan to build a simple PID controller makes the most sense so the parts are ordered and I can finally put the propane tank under he grill for good. Thanks!

I've been going back and fourth on the type of controller I want to use for my kettles that have been sitting in the basement for 5 months now. I know I should have pulled the trigger months ago and completed my switch from propane to electric, but this forum is packed with enough info and...

I sent an email to the "feedback" account listed above and they responded within 2-3 days. They put the utility tool in the mail today.

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Anyone have bottles within an hour or two from Hazleton, PA (northeast)? I reverted back to bottling since my wife is pregnant and my stockpile has dwindled to a 6 pack or two