Understanding plated columns before I build

[higgins]

I've been stillin for a little over 2 years now (about 18 runs) with a 2" x 12" (riser) pot still, using stripping and spirit runs. It is modular, and I also have a 2" SS tee, a 2" x 6" spool, and a CSST RC coil that I add to convert it to a CCVM still for making neutral.

I have a few kegs and some TC hardware, and I think I want to build a 3" perforated plate column (flute).

However, before I go down that rabbit hole I'd like to confirm my understanding of flutes. I've read several threads on flutes and flute builds, and here is what I THINK I know about them:

• Flutes are used to produce flavored product (whiskey, rum, etc) just like pot stills
• Flutes produce at higher ABV (dependent on design & configuration, such as # of plates)
• Flutes can produce directly from the wash, eliminating stripping runs.
• Flutes can compress heads and hold back tails
• Flutes can generally produce more product than pot stills from the same amount/ABV of wash
• Flutes can be run faster than pot stills.

Anything I missed?

Once I confirm my understanding, I will add drawings of my design ideas for additional feedback.

Thank you in advance for your feedback.