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optimum boiler temp

PostPosted: Fri Jun 07, 2013 12:51 pm
by newbiboozer
I see people using voltage controllers to regulate elements. What is the temp you are trying to achieve.

Re: optimum boiler temp

PostPosted: Fri Jun 07, 2013 1:07 pm
by DaveZ
Boiling point ;-) The temp at which the wash will boil is an unknown as it changes depending on the ratio of alcohol in the mix, so it will change throughout the run. Just remember, it's a power output controller, not a temperature controller :handgestures-thumbupleft:

Re: optimum boiler temp

PostPosted: Fri Jun 07, 2013 2:00 pm
by blond.chap
Hey mate, see this thread for more info: http://aussiedistiller.com.au/viewtopic.php?f=57&t=3541

Re: optimum boiler temp

PostPosted: Fri Jun 07, 2013 9:31 pm
by SBB
Very nicely explained Dave :handgestures-thumbupleft:

Re: optimum boiler temp

PostPosted: Sat Jun 08, 2013 8:23 am
by newbiboozer
OK thank you so I assume you just go by the sound of the boiler to adjust it then.

Re: optimum boiler temp

PostPosted: Sat Jun 08, 2013 10:20 am
by Kimbo
newbiboozer wrote:OK thank you so I assume you just go by the sound of the boiler to adjust it then.

No, you go by the amount of distillate coming out ;-)