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    Contactor Question

    PJ that confirmed what I had thought. I do like the look and function of the illuminated switch but haven't had any luck finding ones that could handle 20A. I'll have to think about which route I want to go. Thanks a ton, I wouldn't even dream of making a control panel without all these...
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    Contactor Question

    I do see that point, but wouldn't a switch in between the element and SSR do the exact same thing sans contactor? Like this diagram.
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    Contactor Question

    Hi, I'm in the planning phase of my electric build. I'm planning on using 2 120v 2000w elements. I'm planning on following this diagram and adding another element to it. My electrical knowledge is limited but I believe I understand the diagram. My question is on the contactor. Is...
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    Pubkeg plastic kegs?

    Looks like Homebrewing.org has them for sale. Kinda curious about these. http://www.homebrewing.org/5-Gallon-Plastic-Pub-Keg_p_3197.html?AffId=160
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    Heat from power cord.

    Just wanted to follow up with what it looked like underneath the coupler. I think PJ nailed it. The minute i unscrewed the coupler a horrible burning stench was released. I'm amazed I couldn't smell it prior to that. Looks like one of the ring terminals fried. It also melted some of...
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    Heat from power cord.

    It's only a 4 foot cord so i can't imagine the length is causing it. Thanks PJ. I'll try that this weekend. I couldn't find my good crimper so I made use of some pliers. Didn't think it would matter. I'll let you know what the results are. By any chance could this be causing poor...
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    Heat from power cord.

    Hi, Longtime lurker first time poster. Please be nice. I recently upgraded my BK to include a 2000w 120v Rhemm LD heating element. I used a PVC coupler and JB weld to secure and protect the wiring of the element. My question is on the warmth or rather the Heat that the power cord is...
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