matr wrote:Along with this I've got a 50L keg with a 2200W element, SS 2 piece ball valve, SS fittings & a SS pick up tube. Keg is insulated with 2 layers of 10mm camping mat around the side & 1 layer underneath.
Planner wrote:How well does the 2200W element go in the 50l keg? I'm on the hunt for a keg at present to replace the 20l urn currently in use. I was going to gas fire it, seeing I already have a burner and suitable regulater, but have been considering going electric recently (especially with the price of elements at present). Does the single element bring to boil in a reasonable time, or do you use an imersion heater as well?
Planner
Planner wrote:Thanks Mat, keen to hear how it goes.
speedie wrote:becareful that you dont get busted for having stolen property
hirns wrote:Mat, what is the timber that you've used at the top of the basket, from the top down pic it looks like MDF. If so I see a big problem in that it will fall to pieces with the steam from the brew.
matr wrote:So it's a thumbs up for the 2200W element ($40 from craft brewer) I think insulation makes a big difference as it did not even look like it was going to boil when I gave it a quick go after installation without the insulation.
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