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by madspeed
Thu Mar 02, 2023 6:57 pm
Forum: Related Electric Accessories
Topic: 240 volt control box
Replies: 34
Views: 3746

Re: 240 volt control box

FWIW, I have the 22,000 watt version of this controller. Took a bit of messing with to get it functional, be glad to share my experience.
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by madspeed
Mon Feb 27, 2023 5:41 pm
Forum: Novice Distillers
Topic: Sour mash?
Replies: 11
Views: 746

Re: Sour mash?

4. Add up to 25% backset to new ferment
by madspeed
Mon Feb 27, 2023 5:32 pm
Forum: Novice Distillers
Topic: Three questions that will provide guidance
Replies: 10
Views: 947

Re: Three questions that will provide guidance

Need some direction moving forward. I have extensive beer brewing and wine making experience with several regional awards. At the current state of my distilling research, I have three basic questions… First Question – recommendations regarding software. In the beer brewing and wine making world, th...
by madspeed
Mon Feb 27, 2023 4:42 pm
Forum: Related Electric Accessories
Topic: Controller agitator contactor wiring?
Replies: 14
Views: 1216

Re: Controller agitator contactor wiring?

well something was broken and is now fixed LOL. As far as a main shutoff, I thought there might be enough room on the din rail to add a contactor and use a panel mounted keyed switch to trigger it but looks like contactors rated high enough to perform here are too large physically.
by madspeed
Mon Feb 27, 2023 12:57 pm
Forum: Related Electric Accessories
Topic: Controller agitator contactor wiring?
Replies: 14
Views: 1216

Re: Controller agitator contactor wiring?

Thank you guys for your help, got it sorted out. The switch was wired incorrectly! I moved the white wire to the terminal the green wire is connected to and all is well!

CHEERS!
by madspeed
Mon Feb 27, 2023 10:37 am
Forum: Related Electric Accessories
Topic: Controller agitator contactor wiring?
Replies: 14
Views: 1216

Re: Controller agitator contactor wiring?

Hmm, that looks to be the way it is wired
by madspeed
Mon Feb 27, 2023 10:20 am
Forum: Related Electric Accessories
Topic: Controller agitator contactor wiring?
Replies: 14
Views: 1216

Re: Controller input request

That's a nice looking enclosure. Looks like some serious power too, are those 100A breakers? What's that loose wire ? Power should come in on L1 L3 go out to the motor on T1 T3. Since the motor runs when you push in the armature that's correct. There's a coil (I think I see the connection behind th...
by madspeed
Mon Feb 27, 2023 8:46 am
Forum: Related Electric Accessories
Topic: Controller agitator contactor wiring?
Replies: 14
Views: 1216

Controller agitator contactor wiring?

I purchased a unit through Oak Stills and this controller was included. I am looking for your input on a few things. I do have everything wired up and working with the exception of the contactor that should turn on the agitator. As you can see from the front of the panel, there is an on/off switch f...
by madspeed
Wed Jan 15, 2020 12:51 pm
Forum: Tried and True Recipes
Topic: Odin's Easy Gin
Replies: 1356
Views: 425970

Re: Odin's Easy Gin

Not much of a fan of typical store bought gin, but excited to try this out. For those US based, check out the pricing at the Webstaurant Store. Most of their advertised prices are even less than what I had been paying through my wholesale supplier. https://www.webstaurantstore.com/38519/bulk-spices....
by madspeed
Fri Jan 10, 2020 2:31 pm
Forum: Craft Distillers
Topic: Moving on up!
Replies: 37
Views: 10317

Re: Moving on up!

Thanks for the update post, its very encouraging hearing you are doing well
by madspeed
Thu Jan 09, 2020 12:04 pm
Forum: ** Welcome Center **
Topic: Hello from Pa
Replies: 13
Views: 1857

Re: Hello from Pa

Welcome fellow PA'er
by madspeed
Mon May 29, 2017 5:47 am
Forum: Mashing and Fermenting
Topic: How long can I keep backset for?
Replies: 16
Views: 6971

Re: How long can I keep backset for?

Just ran my second generation UJSSM and decided too late that I should save some additional backset. Third gen will be ready to go in a few days, guess I'd better go get some empty containers!
by madspeed
Tue Apr 18, 2017 5:20 pm
Forum: ** Welcome Center **
Topic: Semi noob here, hey guys
Replies: 5
Views: 1623

Re: Semi noob here, hey guys

Welcome aboard, there is certainly a wealth of knowledge around here. Spend some time reading, and then spend a little more time reading again!
by madspeed
Mon Apr 10, 2017 5:19 pm
Forum: ** Welcome Center **
Topic: Fascinated with Moonshiners
Replies: 24
Views: 4009

Re: Fascinated with Moonshiners

Welcome aboard. I'll admit I watch a few episodes myself. Kind of humorous, even my wife makes comments like "that isn't true is it"
by madspeed
Mon Apr 10, 2017 5:17 pm
Forum: ** Welcome Center **
Topic: And another from the 'Philly Burbs'....
Replies: 10
Views: 1896

Re: And another from the 'Philly Burbs'....

welcome aboard fellow PA'er!
by madspeed
Mon Apr 10, 2017 5:15 pm
Forum: ** Welcome Center **
Topic: Hello from Bethlehem, PA
Replies: 11
Views: 2136

Re: Hello from Bethlehem, PA

Pennsyltuckey is out in full force here!


Welcome aboard
by madspeed
Mon Apr 10, 2017 4:26 pm
Forum: Mashing, fermenting, flavoring and aging related hardware
Topic: Fermenter find, Rubbermaid alternative
Replies: 2
Views: 2297

Fermenter find, Rubbermaid alternative

Just passing on some info. While searching out the Rubbermaid Brute containers to be used for fermenting, i found these generic knock off's from a restaurant supply company. Have them in 20 and 32 gallon sizes, include bin, lid, and wheeled dolly for $40! http://cdnimg.webstaurantstore.com/images/pr...
by madspeed
Mon Apr 10, 2017 4:18 pm
Forum: Mashing, fermenting, flavoring and aging related hardware
Topic: Where To Check For 30 Gallon Drums ?
Replies: 23
Views: 8815

Re: Where To Check For 30 Gallon Drums ?

I'm fortunate here in central pa I can get food grade barrels, 55,25,10 and 5 gallon with clamp on lids 55 costs 35 dollars and 25 is 25 dollars also have whiskey barrels. Didn't get price on the whiskey barrel Would you mind PM'ing me the location for those? I may be interested in them at some poi...
by madspeed
Mon Feb 20, 2017 6:45 pm
Forum: Craft Distillers
Topic: iStill NextGen
Replies: 490
Views: 104577

Re: iStill NextGen

wow, coolness!
by madspeed
Mon Feb 20, 2017 6:36 pm
Forum: Craft Distillers
Topic: Old Copper Road Distillery
Replies: 36
Views: 11261

Re: Old Copper Road Distillery

Love hearing the progression. I can literally feel the excitement as you're posting, keep it up!
by madspeed
Mon Feb 20, 2017 6:20 pm
Forum: Related Electric Accessories
Topic: Brutal's Simple Hidden Controller
Replies: 14
Views: 4924

Re: Brutal's Simple Hidden Controller

I'm not an electrician, but I see lots of pics of controller builds that need to have those wires wrapped CLOCKWISE around the screws so that tightening the screw also adds wrapping force keeping them on tightly. Hope that 'splains it
by madspeed
Mon Feb 20, 2017 5:50 pm
Forum: ** Welcome Center **
Topic: 6 months of Research 6 months of success
Replies: 3
Views: 774

Re: 6 months of Research 6 months of success

6 months of reading sounds about right, that's about how long I'm into it so far!
by madspeed
Mon Feb 20, 2017 5:45 pm
Forum: ** Welcome Center **
Topic: First post but been around for a while
Replies: 3
Views: 624

Re: First post but been around for a while

welcome aboard
by madspeed
Sun Feb 19, 2017 7:52 pm
Forum: Novice Distillers
Topic: New Distiller - First experiences
Replies: 15
Views: 2481

Re: New Distiller - First experiences

How'd you make out GaBrew?
by madspeed
Thu Feb 16, 2017 7:06 pm
Forum: ** Welcome Center **
Topic: Hello from Pennsylvania!
Replies: 7
Views: 1045

Re: Hello from Pennsylvania!

Howd fryom another PA'er :wave:
by madspeed
Thu Feb 16, 2017 6:57 pm
Forum: ** Welcome Center **
Topic: New here! Can't wait to start shining!!!
Replies: 5
Views: 848

Re: New here! Can't wait to start shining!!!

Definitely spend the time and effort to read and learn. I've been reading for 6 months now!
by madspeed
Thu Feb 16, 2017 6:53 pm
Forum: ** Welcome Center **
Topic: Hello from Endless Cornfield IL
Replies: 9
Views: 1492

Re: Hello from Endless Cornfield IL

Welcome aboard!
by madspeed
Wed Feb 01, 2017 6:29 pm
Forum: ** Welcome Center **
Topic: New from the left coast (Pacific)
Replies: 7
Views: 1434

Re: New from the left coast (Pacific)

welcome aboard
by madspeed
Sun Jan 29, 2017 7:09 pm
Forum: ** Welcome Center **
Topic: Hello,
Replies: 7
Views: 1569

Re: Hello,

From one newbie to another, definitely read the spoonfeeding post, and as much else you can from this site. Forget all the youtube videos and such, too much contradicting info. These guys here have been there, done that, and have posted proven methods, proven equipment, and proven recipes!