ChrisfromAbby
Well-Known Member
I've got a manual HERMS set up using low pressure propane, but I'm considering automating (just) the HLT to simplify maintaining the temperature there.
I've been following discussions about using the Honeywell VR8300A3500 with a Pilot burner (Q314A4586) and thermocouple (Q390A1061) but realized some important little parts were left out of the discussion. Things like the NG to LP conversion kit, the pilot tubing and the 24v transformer. Little parts, but they add up. Already doubled the cost of the valve.
Then it occurred to me - how is this valve set to the temperature I want? Can someone explain this step and equipment to me? Do you need a separate PID controller? Or is there an analogue control method (thinking of my furnace and water heater temperature dials ). I'm using STC1000 temperature controllers already for my keezer and my fermentation chamber, but I think this situation would required a PID if it were to be digital?
Chris
I've been following discussions about using the Honeywell VR8300A3500 with a Pilot burner (Q314A4586) and thermocouple (Q390A1061) but realized some important little parts were left out of the discussion. Things like the NG to LP conversion kit, the pilot tubing and the 24v transformer. Little parts, but they add up. Already doubled the cost of the valve.
Then it occurred to me - how is this valve set to the temperature I want? Can someone explain this step and equipment to me? Do you need a separate PID controller? Or is there an analogue control method (thinking of my furnace and water heater temperature dials ). I'm using STC1000 temperature controllers already for my keezer and my fermentation chamber, but I think this situation would required a PID if it were to be digital?
Chris