I'm looking to build a simple electric brewing kettle with the 120v 2250 watt Blichmann Boil Coil. I figured I'd just plug it into the outlet and let it run at full power, but the BoilCoil instructions say a controller is required. I also noticed in one of the install videos on youtube that the guy say make sure you use a controller so you don't 'blow it out'.
Is this only a concern for a 240v element, or should I have a controller like a stilldragon between the element and the power source for 120v?
Is this only a concern for a 240v element, or should I have a controller like a stilldragon between the element and the power source for 120v?