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6kg for sure. I can be a bit trigger happy with my CO2 :)

I'd be scared to try that. I can't see why Asahi would invest the extra cost for think walled bottles if they weren't necessary. The last thing I'd want is 40L of Dubbel exploding all over my walls.

I've read about the dreaded swing top carbonation loss which is why I am after the crown sealed bottles. I am considering contacting somewhere like Belgian Beer Cafe and seeing if they can hold on to a stack of empties for me. Worst case scenario I might have to use the regular bottles and only...

Just my luck. Well my Belgian Dubbel was only brewed yesterday so I have at least 5 or 6 weeks before I need some. Maybe we can all collectively drink a few bottles over the coming weeks :)

I'm in Sydney so unfortunately. Although will be in Melbourne for GABS in 2 weeks, but I don't think they'll fit in my carry on :unsure:

Only place I can find them is Plasdene but I would have to order a whole pallet. Anyone interested in a bulk buy?

I knew someone would say that but I would prefer not to pay $80+ for 24 bottles. There would be plenty of good beer in them to drink but I have over 100L of beer at home right now, I don't need more!

Does anyone know where I can buy the thick walled bottles that are designed to handle high carbonation pressures (such as the style used with Belgian beers)? I have been trying to find a place that supplies these in Australia but haven't had any luck and I want to be able to carbonate some beer...

Here are the parts I ordered from Auber Instruments. The freight wasn't cheap but apparently they'll be here on Friday (currently in Hawaii)!!! RIMS PID - http://www.auberins.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=1&products_id=4 RIMS Sensor -...

Got it. Good advice. I will do this. Geez, I think by the end of all this I might be right to wire up a house at this rate :lol:

You're right dblunn, this schematic is sourced from an American site, but I will be sure to use the correct line/neutral connections. As for the SSR, my knowledge with them is fairly limited and my experience is non existent. Could you explain what you mean by placing it downstream from the...

This is somewhat the schematic I will be following at present. I will just have the RIMS running on it's own PID with it's own dedicated power separate to the HLT element and pump. I am also only using one pump as I have built a two tiered stand and with gravity feed the HLT to the MT. Only...

Awesome cke11y. I have ordered the PID's and the special socket required for the RIMS coil along with the sensors. Went on eBay for the box, relays and heat sinks and will be paying a visit to an electrical retailer (there is a John R Turk near me) to pick up some wires, terminals, lugs, etc...

This has all been really great advice. I have another question though. I have found a few wiring diagrams that include a contactor and a few fuses. Seeing as though I intend on keeping this relatively simple, will the omission of these parts be a problem?

For the extra couple of bucks these would be worth t as I can use them to hold the SSR's in place too. Thanks beer dog. Good advice.

That's a good point re HLT PID. I will get a cheaper one for the HLT. As for the temp sensors; I was intending to use sockets to connect them. I want to be able to detach all my cables from my control box at ease. Could you elaborate on this? I am not familiar with external heat sinks and how...

Haven't pulled the trigger yet. When I get a chance later tonight I will be checking out Mr eBay to see whats available, but I would prefer not to cut too many corners and unless there is a significant saving. I would rather pay a little extra for a reputable brand than do it on the cheap and...

Thanks guys, good info here. This is what I have on my shopping list so far from Auberins.com (really hating our weak AUD right now); 2 * SYL-23X2P - PID Temperature Controller w/ Ramp/soak 2 * MGR-1D4825 - 25A SSR 2 * HS25 - Heat Sink for Solid State Relay, 25A 1 * PT100-L401/2NPT - Liquid...

Hi, I just purchased a Blichmann RIMS Rocket which I am really keen to get up and running. Little did I know that my little 10A STC-1000 wouldn't be able to run the RIMS element and I am probably going to have to have a control box built. This was intended to be used with a new two tiered...

Like all things in brewing, it's best to have patience. I only just got my kegerator set up and have no intention on trying to speed up the carbonation process. Just set it to 10 - 12 psi and let it carbonate the way it is supposed to.