Rate My Column
Posted: Fri Jan 26, 2024 4:46 pm
My goal is to build a modular column that can be used for stripping runs/potstill mode running with the top of the column capped and output coming thru a liebig or, remove the cap from the top, and insert a copper wound coil to introduce reflux.
The main 2 things I'm curious about are
#1- do you think the length above the Tee is too great?
#2- where would be the best location for a thermometer port? I was thing just below the Tee. I intend to solder in a 1/2" NPT copper female adapter into the column somewhere. I have a stainless thermometer with male threads. I've read countless posts here saying a thermometer is not needed and you can't run a still by temperature and threads explaining why you can't. I understand that. I feel temperature is still a valid reference, especially for someone new to all this. Plus, it would look cool.
Copper porn is half the fun, right?
Any other insight you all have on this setup?
The main 2 things I'm curious about are
#1- do you think the length above the Tee is too great?
#2- where would be the best location for a thermometer port? I was thing just below the Tee. I intend to solder in a 1/2" NPT copper female adapter into the column somewhere. I have a stainless thermometer with male threads. I've read countless posts here saying a thermometer is not needed and you can't run a still by temperature and threads explaining why you can't. I understand that. I feel temperature is still a valid reference, especially for someone new to all this. Plus, it would look cool.
Copper porn is half the fun, right?Any other insight you all have on this setup?