That post link looks like its broken. Would like to check it out!
PM if you can with details.
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Jay
Add a duplex outlet, wire and connectors to this and you would have a nice controller. There are cheaper parts out there I am sure. Really, if you have a drill, a few bits, wire terminal tool and a screwdriver you can build this quick with Aubers enclosure. Putting it all together is actually pretty dang fun too!!!
Item Name Unit Total
LED Indicator, 22 mm, 120/240V
Item #: IND-1
- Power Voltage Option - 120V AC/DC
- LED Color Option - Green
$3.45 $3.45
40A SSR
Item #: MGR-1D4840
$15.50 $15.50
Selector Switch, 2-Position Maintained 2 NO, 22mm
Item #: SW4
$5.99 $11.98
EZboil, Power Regulator for Boiling Process Automation
Item #: DSPR120
- Model Option - DSPR120
$46.95 $46.95
Contactor, 2 pole, 30/40 A, 120V Coil
Item #: CN-PBC302-120V
$12.59 $12.59
Wall Mount Box for Single Controller 10x8x6"
Item #: B252015
- Hanger Option - Without Hanger
- Heatsink Option - With 40A Heatsink (BHS40A)
- Precut Option - With factory precut for 1 x 1/16 DIN controller
$60.00 $60.00
Liquid tight RTD sensor, 6 in, 1/2 NPT Thread
Item #: PT100-L1501/2NPT
- Cable Option - Standard Teflon Cable (6 feet)
$34.35 $34.35 Sub-Total: $184.82
That post link looks like its broken. Would like to check it out!
PM if you can with details.
Cheers
Jay
Interesting...I get this on my computer....
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Jay
Looks KILLER! Thanks for the insight in the thread buddy!
How is the system working out for you?
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Jay
BEAUTIFUL!
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Jay
Back on topic.
Thrifty worked pretty well but couldn't quite keep temps up by itself. I tried tuning my EZBoil to help but still lost a degree or two. Gonna play around with it a bit more but I am thinking I may need to find a 1500W element for the Thrifty RIMS tube.
Yes she is!!! That is our oldest daughter, she has taken a interest in home brewing for sure. She keeps drinking it every time she is over so I had her help me brew a couple of batches.
ENABLER! Baaahhahhaaaaa!
Nicely done DAD!
Cheers
Jay
Does anyone use this rims tube with a kettle mash tun instead of a cooler style tun? Does it maintain heat pretty well?
Where did you get your 1500 watt element from?I do and it does work well for smaller batches. I did get a 1500W element for it though as it couldn't quite keep up with 5 and 10 gallon batches on the 1100W element. Now I have two, one dedicated to my HLT and small batches and one for my larger kettles and bigger batches.
I got it from brewhardware along with a hot pod enclosure. The element seems to work good, so far I have brewed both 5 and ten gallon batches with it. As for the enclosure, it works fine but I wish I would have gotten one of the nicer ones like Jaybird sells.
Did you go with the 1500 watt long or short? I measured my 1100 watt and its 12", which makes me think I could fit the longer element.
What wire gauge did you choose?
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