Still Dragon DIY Controller build- 220

[Tom Kat]

I went with the larger box. Step one is to ventilate the box. I started with a pilot hole and used a step bit to make my air holes.

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[Deplorable]

This thread is relavent to my intrest. Please proceed.
I''m planning on building one of these next month, with the possibility of a couple of additions.

[Tom Kat]

I sure will. Step by step-

[Euphoria]

This was my "build." I bought a large generic electrical "J" Box from Lowes "big box store," and I also installed a computer "pancake" fan for drawing in cooling air, and a grilled vent for hot air discharge.

[Tom Kat]

That looks nice, I like the fan idea.

Did they include the screws to mount the parts in your kit?

[LWTCS]

That looks nice, I like the fan idea.

Did they include the screws to mount the parts in your kit?

Screws for mounting heat sink, SSR, feet are included.

[ezlle71]

I like the use of a breaker in the control box for a on off switch. I bought a SSVR Kit years ago and the on off switch gave up on me. so i had to just direct connect it. This is a good idea for that solution. thank you

[richard1]

My comment is with respect to your heat sink.

To locate your heat sink inside your box as far as I am concerned is wrong and ought be positioned on the exterior. This is easily accomplished with a few cut outs for a SS plate and subsequent mounting. This way, your heat is kept external doing away with fan requirements.

For my 60L stills I do this as a standard and no internal excessive temperature is encountered even when running at 5.5KW

[Tom Kat]

[Tom Kat]

[Tom Kat]

It's important to have your element covered with liquid BTW.

[shadylane]

You didn't

[Zeotropic]

It's important to have your element covered with liquid BTW.

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I discovered that in my water heater the other night. [emoji2957]

[Deplorable]

It's important to have your element covered with liquid BTW. image(4).jpeg

Damn. That cost ya more than my fuck up. Education is expensive isn't it?

[Tom Kat]

Yeah that was a $90 fuck up, born of ignorance and excitement.

Oh well, wont be the last time I am sure.

The worst part is being on the 99 yard line and fumbling. My son did a great job wiring up the controller, installing a 30 amp breaker, and running the 10/23 Romex.
So now I get to clean mason jars, read about distilling, and wait for my new element. Hopefully my DADY and nutriant etc will get here soon and I can start some birdwatchers.

[Deplorable]

I smoked 2 pots and a SSVR, and had to run 28 gallons on propane. 3 stripping runs yesterday and a spirit run today.
New parts will be here well before I need them again. I'm pretty well stocked up right now.