bradwhite087
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G'day fellow brewers,
I have recently had fluctuations in my mash temps for my BIAB system. I want to try and get the temp within 1-2 degrees during the mash stage.
A little about my system: (see pic below)
1. I have been recirculating the wort from the bottom back through the top using a pump, in an attempt to get even heat distribution should I need to turn on the burner.
2. I use a propane gas burner as a heat source to bring the water up to temp and for a rolling boil.
I have been brainstorming during brew sessions with mates, none of whom have there own rigs, so sometimes the technical answers are left unanswered, this is why I thought I would make a post.
There are 3 options to which I can achieve the desired outcome IMO. I want to do it right the first time and make the mods future proof. The mods I had in mind are:
A. Adding a RIMS system,
B. Solenoid controlled gas valve,
C. Electric heating element.
I have a spare STC1000 (only 1 device can be controlled) which I can utilise for the RIMS or electric element if I decide to go down this path.
I have never seen a system that uses propane and electric elements in conjunction with one another. What are your thoughts on this?
Any thoughts or advice would be greatly appreciated.
Brad
I have recently had fluctuations in my mash temps for my BIAB system. I want to try and get the temp within 1-2 degrees during the mash stage.
A little about my system: (see pic below)
1. I have been recirculating the wort from the bottom back through the top using a pump, in an attempt to get even heat distribution should I need to turn on the burner.
2. I use a propane gas burner as a heat source to bring the water up to temp and for a rolling boil.
I have been brainstorming during brew sessions with mates, none of whom have there own rigs, so sometimes the technical answers are left unanswered, this is why I thought I would make a post.
There are 3 options to which I can achieve the desired outcome IMO. I want to do it right the first time and make the mods future proof. The mods I had in mind are:
A. Adding a RIMS system,
B. Solenoid controlled gas valve,
C. Electric heating element.
I have a spare STC1000 (only 1 device can be controlled) which I can utilise for the RIMS or electric element if I decide to go down this path.
I have never seen a system that uses propane and electric elements in conjunction with one another. What are your thoughts on this?
Any thoughts or advice would be greatly appreciated.
Brad