Still Dragon 240v Controller Fine Tuning?
Posted: Tue Mar 10, 2020 11:11 pm
So I am ready to go to 5500w with a 240 controller.
I just can't bring myself to pay $200+ for a completed controller (yet). I have researched and read and read on how to build them. Everyone says they are easy to do, but to be very honest I just do not understand it.
I do think I could put together the Still Dragon Kit, and they are cheap if I mess it up. HOWEVER, I have read many people have added second POTs or electric meter to provide better control. But when trying to understand the instructions on these mods to the SD Controller, I get lost against again. The instructions are not quite as simple and straightforward as the instructions are for the basic SD Controller.
So my question is, will the SD Controller provide the fine tuning/control needed for my rig without modifications mentioned?
I have a 8 and 16 gallon boiler. I plan to use a 5500w element.
For pot distilling I use a simply 2 inch column with a tee into a shotgun condenser. Height is about 2 ft.
For Reflux I have a 2 inch column with a boka. Height is approximately 48" and packed with SPP.
All responses are welcome. But if you are using a SD Controller yourself (or have) without Mods please mention this in your response.
Thanks
PS. I am open to other Kits or build but the instructions have to be crystal clear with pictures and step by step. And I would be open to paying someone if they want to sell me a completed controller.
I just can't bring myself to pay $200+ for a completed controller (yet). I have researched and read and read on how to build them. Everyone says they are easy to do, but to be very honest I just do not understand it.
I do think I could put together the Still Dragon Kit, and they are cheap if I mess it up. HOWEVER, I have read many people have added second POTs or electric meter to provide better control. But when trying to understand the instructions on these mods to the SD Controller, I get lost against again. The instructions are not quite as simple and straightforward as the instructions are for the basic SD Controller.
So my question is, will the SD Controller provide the fine tuning/control needed for my rig without modifications mentioned?
I have a 8 and 16 gallon boiler. I plan to use a 5500w element.
For pot distilling I use a simply 2 inch column with a tee into a shotgun condenser. Height is about 2 ft.
For Reflux I have a 2 inch column with a boka. Height is approximately 48" and packed with SPP.
All responses are welcome. But if you are using a SD Controller yourself (or have) without Mods please mention this in your response.
Thanks
PS. I am open to other Kits or build but the instructions have to be crystal clear with pictures and step by step. And I would be open to paying someone if they want to sell me a completed controller.