Pez
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I'd like to build a HERMS, but don't have the option of using 240V. What size heating element would I need to get water in a HLT up to 175 degrees?
I can boil 10 gallons in a cooler with 1500W....
I'd like to build a HERMS, but don't have the option of using 240V. What size heating element would I need to get water in a HLT up to 175 degrees?
Do you have a dedicated line with a 20 amp circuit breaker, like it says in the HBS product information? If you don't, any problems
How long does it take to bring 10 gallons from 60F to 170F with a 1500w? If it's an hour or more, you might want to put that thing on a timer to kick on just as you're waking up.
I'm considering 2 elements.
I read that the electric fields from the two can cause a problem. Can anyone explain how they should be mounted so the fields don't interfere with one another?
I read that the electric fields from the two can cause a problem. Can anyone explain how they should be mounted so the fields don't interfere with one another?
I'm considering 2 elements.
I read that the electric fields from the two can cause a problem. Can anyone explain how they should be mounted so the fields don't interfere with one another?
Heating elements generate an invisible, high-density plasma stream from their tips. It is best if you try not to allow the plasma streams to cross. Actually, the streams should NEVER cross. In fact, ALWAYS keep the tip's pointed in separate directions within the brew kettle or a thermal electric plasma reaction will occur resulting in the instant vaporization of your hard-earned, precious, sweet wort! (Just making sure you're still paying attention!)
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