SS Pot Thickness

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SS Pot Thickness

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Is there any concern on the thickness of a cheaper SS Pot? anyone burn through one or something?
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It would take a lot to burn through one, but the thicker the steel, the more even the heat. So a thin pot over a flame will be more likely to scorch the mash or wash.
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Ok cool. Im looking at electric right now. Itll be easier. Not sure about stove vs hotplate. I have to look at my stove to see if its enough. I like the modified hotplates ive seen but thats another issue
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I wouldn't use a stove or a hotplate. If you are gona go through the trouble to modifies a hotplate. You mite as well go with an internal electric element.
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I have been looking into them. It's more of convince than anything. I am moving and may have a garage then I'll be looking into internal
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