I think you would be better off installing the element.
I think you would be better off installing the element.
That size is going to be the first lot of a redesign. It's going to be about another 3 weeks before I see them. Don't despair, it will be worth the wait.
That size is going to be the first lot of a redesign. It's going to be about another 3 weeks before I see them. Don't despair, it will be worth the wait.
Cool, just in time for Christmas!
Now, Part B: can I use the loc line recirc kit to whirlpool, or will it not work on near boiling wort?
Care to share some details of the redesign? I've been happy with my v1.0, but can always be convinced to spend more money.
The new 14-3/4" diameter BIAB false bottoms are in and they are awesome. Way stronger in every way.
The new 14-3/4" diameter BIAB false bottoms are in and they are awesome. Way stronger in every way.
Yes I remove mine preboil because I find with my boilcoil, big hop screen, and then the immersion chiller, it's just easier. I fashioned a hook out of a wire coat hanger and pull up from the center...I have run a few brews through this false bottom and it works great with my recirculation and keeps it off the element nicely. Cleaning up after the boil, there are a lot of nooks and crannies that are filled with trub. Does anybody remove this false bottom preboil? And what do you use to get it out?
I’m looking into buying a false bottom for my 15 gallon bayou classic. I want to buy the 14.75 false bottom but it’s going to be tight due to the lip on the kettle. It measures exactly 14.75. The diameter on the bottom of the kettle is 15”, would there be a problem if I buy the 13” diameter false bottom? Would I need to worry about the bag going into the sides of the false bottom?
Here's My 17.5 in my 17 11/16 kettle - such a perfect fit. Note that any differences in the fit around it are because I've got the kettle out of round over the years rather than the false bottom.If you say it's exact, good enough for me. Will put in an order for two of them soon. Thanks.
I used to remove mine preboil by tethering the FB with some wire but now that I'm playing around with an immersion chiller, I leave it in place to keep the chiller off the element. I just spray it off with high pressure water.
What is your honest personal opinion of putting your chiller on your element, and why?
what is the reason why Brewhardware only offers the 4 sizes for the false bottom.
if my memorery serves me right, i Need a 4 inch leg. So I am needing to cut the legs (5 1/4) to size, so that I may bag is just sitting above my Element.
Received mine the other day... great fit & finish... looking forward to seeing how well it works with my setup. Just a tip for those choosing to shorten the bolts... screw on a nut (M8) before using the hacksaw, then remove the nut and it will reset the thread that was deformed during the cut.You can always order longer bolts and hacksaw them to the desired length.
As for diameters of false bottoms, there are enough sizes available that you will not likely have a situation with more than 1/2" gap around the edges. Doubtful that the bag will drop through an opening that narrow.
as far as the diameters are concern, mine fits very nicely. If you were not referring to my questions, i do apologize. I do plan to cut my legs down to fit my better( closer to my element) I just haven't gotten around to it, other projects keep interfering.You can always order longer bolts and hacksaw them to the desired length.
As for diameters of false bottoms, there are enough sizes available that you will not likely have a situation with more than 1/2" gap around the edges. Doubtful that the bag will drop through an opening that narrow.
I'm sure the element can withstand the weight of the chiller so that is not the primary motive. I have just tried leaving it in and removing it and it makes no difference in whirlpool performance. That means I can be lazy and leave it in and the end result is I can drop the chiller in without being careful.
We offer 5 diameters of false bottom and 4 leg lengths. The leg lengths coincide with common needs we have ascertained over a few years. We can buy them in 5mm increments but didnt want to be required to monitor and replenish inventory like a hardware store. I worked out a way of having adjustability but it is twice as costly.
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