Dan's Flute x2, 4" x 5 plate 42" column

Post by **Bushman** » Sat Apr 05, 2014 6:31 am

Great video, I find it interesting a year or two ago there was a big debate on where to put the thermometer before or after the dephlagometer and you have it in both places. Dan sending you a PM, that is an awesome video.

Post by **Bushman** » Sun Apr 06, 2014 9:25 am

Thanks for your permission Dan, I figured out how to do it!

dan · Post by **dan** » Sun Apr 06, 2014 10:06 am

Here is a new video of my second column going through its first cleaning run..... Collection rate at the end there is about four gallons per hour or 100ml in 23 seconds. http://youtu.be/_MevSTf5-Rc" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;" rel="nofollow Enjoy... This one is shorter.
-Dan

Bruster · Post by **Bruster** » Mon Apr 07, 2014 11:17 am

How far below each site window is your plate positioned?

bigal2286 · Post by **bigal2286** » Mon Apr 07, 2014 11:48 am

I just realized your fancy parrot support is the scrap from cutting your plates (or condenser end caps). That's good thinking.

dan · Post by **dan** » Mon Apr 07, 2014 1:36 pm

Bruster - They are 3/4" of an inch below the sight glass which is equal to the height of each downcomer tube above the plate.....

BigAl -

-Dan

Bruster · Post by **Bruster** » Mon Apr 07, 2014 1:39 pm

So I have a question about your downcomers. I thought there was a cap or something on the end to create a vapor lock. Yours don't seem to have that. What is the thought behind yours?

dan · Post by **dan** » Mon Apr 07, 2014 6:39 pm

Bruster wrote:So I have a question about your downcomers. I thought there was a cap or something on the end to create a vapor lock. Yours don't seem to have that. What is the thought behind yours?

Bruster-

The distillate that is sitting on the plate prevents any vapor from going up the downcomer. My downcomers outlet is 1/2" above the plate whereas my downcomer inlet is at 3/4" above the plate. Saves having any cups but remember there are no holes in my perforated plates directly under the downcomer that would force vapor up the downcomer tube. The credit for this advancement in micro-distillation goes to EmptyGlass. Sometimes you have to work smarter than harder.

-Dan

Bruster · Post by **Bruster** » Mon Apr 07, 2014 6:47 pm

dan-
Awesome, thanks. Im about done with my 3 " now, Just some tweaking to make it as fine as yours. Think I am going to replace my downcomers too lol. Started a 4" also but that one I am doing in 5"sections. Also started a 3" pot still version. Yes I am all over the place, but I work on one and get bored, move to a different one. Not to mention, I am acquiring new goodies for my shop, you know, the must have stuff lol. Just one last thing, I am using both silver solder and braze, I like the fact I can put together a few things with braze, then solder and not worry about messing up what I had already done. I think its makes for a clean assembly. I know i can do all solder, but it does take a knack at times, and I get lazy lol. Thanks again for all your inspiration and tech help.

dan · Post by **dan** » Mon Apr 07, 2014 6:53 pm

Bruster wrote:dan-
Awesome, thanks. Im about done with my 3 " now, Just some tweaking to make it as fine as yours. Think I am going to replace my downcomers too lol. Started a 4" also but that one I am doing in 5"sections. Also started a 3" pot still version. Yes I am all over the place, but I work on one and get bored, move to a different one. Not to mention, I am acquiring new goodies for my shop, you know, the must have stuff lol. Just one last thing, I am using both silver solder and braze, I like the fact I can put together a few things with braze, then solder and not worry about messing up what I had already done. I think its makes for a clean assembly. I know i can do all solder, but it does take a knack at times, and I get lazy lol. Thanks again for all your inspiration and tech help.

Just be careful with the amount of heat it takes to braze copper because it can distort thin wall DWV pipe. If you are making a removable plate tree it can be a pain in the ass.

-Dan

Bruster · Post by **Bruster** » Mon Apr 07, 2014 6:56 pm

Dan-
I am using L and to brag just a bit, I am a fine brazer , solder guy lol. I like things done right and pretty so I use as little heat as possible to get the job done. I also use heat sincs to control it, that copper likes to suck up heat for sure. Once again thank you. Ill shut up now

Post by **googe** » Tue Apr 08, 2014 1:19 am

Good job Dan, like them top caps for the Lyme arm! .

dan · Post by **dan** » Fri Apr 11, 2014 8:14 am

Thank you googe!!
I hope this picture won't get me locked out but here is my latest cleaning run with the full kit....

dan · Post by **dan** » Fri Apr 11, 2014 8:21 am

My new heat controller.....

-Dan

bellybuster · Post by **bellybuster** » Fri Apr 11, 2014 8:27 am

superb craftsmanship. I am in awe.

Bruster · Post by **Bruster** » Fri Apr 11, 2014 8:35 am

Dan. Where did you source your cooler fittings from?

dan · Post by **dan** » Fri Apr 11, 2014 9:18 am

Bruster - http://www.stilldragon.com/fittings.html" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;" rel="nofollow

Thanks, Dan

Bruster · Post by **Bruster** » Wed Apr 16, 2014 11:53 am

Hmm got quiet in here lol

dan · Post by **dan** » Thu Apr 17, 2014 7:59 am

Bruster wrote:Hmm got quiet in here lol

Quite quiet if you ask me..... what happened, did I piss somebody off? Hope nobody takes my two pennies the wrong way because I really do want this hobby to be legal in the truest American form. I will be joining the cause very soon but just need a few days to get things in order and cleaned up.

-Dan

Post by **bearriver** » Thu Apr 17, 2014 9:23 am

I like how in the video you can actually see the oils and such floating in the parrot.

That is why we do a cleaning run

great job, and a sweeeeeet still.

dan · Post by **dan** » Tue Apr 22, 2014 5:38 pm

I made two controllers today..... One is analog amps only and the other is digital amps and voltage. Any thoughts??

Dan

Bruster · Post by **Bruster** » Tue Apr 22, 2014 5:40 pm

I like the digital. Lol pretty lights lmao. Love to see your set up inside them

Post by **Halfbaked** » Tue Apr 22, 2014 6:00 pm

+1 Bruster.. I like the bling bling.

Post by **BigSwede** » Tue Apr 29, 2014 1:57 am

Dan, your build is an inspiration. Like many noobs, I'm starting with a typical 2" reflux rig, and while I like neutrals, my heart belongs to what a plated still can make, whiskies and especially a good rum. Its going to take me some time to save my pennies for 3" copper and everything needed, and I definitely need more experience, but something similar to what you have is in my future.

On your controllers... I made one that actually has both analog and digital. The digital meter I splurged on (Murata) is selectable for volts, watts, and amps, and I chose it because its data sheet specifically mentions it is accurate with phase angle controllers like what we use. I can get a part number for it if anyone is interested. And the analog volt meter simply is a backup and provides an instantaneous reading from any angle.

Anyway, thanks for the inspiring build.

dan · Post by **dan** » Fri May 02, 2014 8:49 am

Thank you BigSwede!! The part number on the digital meter and where you got it from would be great. I am always looking to add functionality to a great design! Do you have any pictures of your controller?

Dan

Post by **BigSwede** » Sat May 03, 2014 9:04 am

The meter I used is pricey at $70, but I did get 10% off on it with a coupon.

The meter is upper right. A button on it lets you scroll through volts, amps, watts, power factor. It requires a minimum of 50V to operate, so I put a resistance in parallel on my potentiometer so my box powers up to 50V and can go no lower. That's well below any useful power for heating or reflux.

It's a Datel ACM20-5-AC1-R-C power meter, Newark Electronics part number 29R0785

I'm really jazzed with the 4-channel temperature meter below it. A cheap eBay find that works flawlessly. I have ports for two PT100 RTD probes leading outside, stuck a third probe on my SSR heat sink to watch for heat buildup.

dan · Post by **dan** » Fri Jun 27, 2014 7:17 am

Flute #3 going through a cleaning run...... Only two more to go.

-Dan

Post by **Halfbaked** » Fri Jun 27, 2014 7:45 am

Dan, glad to see you back. The umbrella is eppic!

Post by **Halfbaked** » Fri Oct 03, 2014 6:49 am

Have not heard from you in a while Dan. Are you still around?

Post by **hellbilly007** » Mon Oct 06, 2014 4:23 am

Dan, many kudos to you for your build, logs and videos. You're truly a craftsman.

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