Multiple Element RTDs are a thing where you have multiple measuring elements in the same probe that can be hooked up to different devices if you want to go that route. But in my opinion the cheaper option would just be to introduce a second probe running a DS18B20 so that whatever you have...
Liquid nails and ratchet straps. My collar had a bit of warp to it and I held the collar down while the liquid nails was curing with ratchet straps. Once cured the collar stayed flat.
It looks like a center inlet version of this.
https://www.morebeer.com/products/kegland-mkii-magnetic-drive-pump-inline-head-stainless-steel-5-gpm-25-watt.html
Sorry for the double post. I did try that initially. However this fitting blew the tubing all the way out. I think i just fell into a bad range of tolerance stack between the eva barrier tubing and this particular fitting. Of the 5 disconnects I bought only one gave me grief. But it got clips on...
Pardon the late reply. It was my standard west coast IPA recipe. After the failed brew, I made the batch immediately again with a packet of S-05 and it worked flawlessly.
I think these disconnects are fine. My biggest gripe with them is that they don't come with retaining clips from the factory. I lost a 20# CO2 tank and dumped a whole keg of seltzer into my keezer (carbstone dip tube). Because the tube popped out of the connector. So here is a printable clip for...
https://www.homebrewworks.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/STC-Instructions.pdf
Your temp probe wires may be damaged and are reading an open circuit to the controller.
It did not treat me well either. I used a satchet on a recipe where I normally use a single pack of s-05. Took forever to start and ended up as hot band aid water.
It really depends on how much insulation you have. I use an ssbrewtech mash tun with a custom silicone heater with an output of 500w. Because of the insulated mash tun I have no issue maintaining mash temp or raising temps.
The 2 big things I learned were
1) Seal the heck out of the thing. My initial build had really bad condensation issues and my second build has none.
After you attach your collar, use HVAC tape to cover up everything from where the lid meets the collar to the transition from the collar to the...