Austinjs0102
Active Member
Hey Everyone.
Im fairly new to homebrewing. I started back in 2015 but have been off and on with it due to moving, getting engaged and overall space and time. Now as things are settling down, i am looking to get back into it.
My dilemma right now is 3 Vessel vs a EBIAB.
If i went 3 vessel it would be a 15 gallon set up, electric as i would like to brew inside. I have a basement room with a drain location, water faucet and the ability to run the electrical for a reasonable amount.
I do not plan on doing anything larger than 5 Gallon for some time. I also do not have a budget of 5k to spend.
So this is why i leaning to a 10 to 15 Gallon eBIAB set up. I can use a 30amp breaker, 5500w element and it will use a lot let space as well as cost. I have the ability for a pulley system but squeezing the bag is a bit of a concern.
Some of my questions and thoughts are:
1. Should i sparge if i go EBIAB? Will it get better efficiency?
2. Will a 10 gallon pot be enough for doing 5G BIAB or should i look at a 15G pot.
3. Ebrewery has a panel for $575 which seems reasonable. Do any of you who do eBIAB have a cost break down for your panel?
4. Overall, i just want to know your successes with BIAB as i really want to get into more brewing but i just cannot pull the trigger without some good advice.
Currently my set up was a 15G Kettle with propane and a Cooler mash tun. It worked but i want to be able to brew in the winter and when temps hit -40F, its not an option to brew outside.
Also, If moving to eBIAB with a pump set up, how many ports should i be looking at on the kettle or overall what would be the best configuration.
Thanks again
Im fairly new to homebrewing. I started back in 2015 but have been off and on with it due to moving, getting engaged and overall space and time. Now as things are settling down, i am looking to get back into it.
My dilemma right now is 3 Vessel vs a EBIAB.
If i went 3 vessel it would be a 15 gallon set up, electric as i would like to brew inside. I have a basement room with a drain location, water faucet and the ability to run the electrical for a reasonable amount.
I do not plan on doing anything larger than 5 Gallon for some time. I also do not have a budget of 5k to spend.
So this is why i leaning to a 10 to 15 Gallon eBIAB set up. I can use a 30amp breaker, 5500w element and it will use a lot let space as well as cost. I have the ability for a pulley system but squeezing the bag is a bit of a concern.
Some of my questions and thoughts are:
1. Should i sparge if i go EBIAB? Will it get better efficiency?
2. Will a 10 gallon pot be enough for doing 5G BIAB or should i look at a 15G pot.
3. Ebrewery has a panel for $575 which seems reasonable. Do any of you who do eBIAB have a cost break down for your panel?
4. Overall, i just want to know your successes with BIAB as i really want to get into more brewing but i just cannot pull the trigger without some good advice.
Currently my set up was a 15G Kettle with propane and a Cooler mash tun. It worked but i want to be able to brew in the winter and when temps hit -40F, its not an option to brew outside.
Also, If moving to eBIAB with a pump set up, how many ports should i be looking at on the kettle or overall what would be the best configuration.
Thanks again