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  1. lazybean

    Wiring and Componet selection help

    What switches you order depends on how you are wiring it up. For most generic uses you would order a Normally Open(NO) set of contacts. On a 3 position switch (also called a HOA) you mount one set of NO Contacts on each side. When the switch goes to position "A" one contact will close, in the...
  2. lazybean

    Help me identify my 240v plug?

    That is a NEMA 6-50. It wouldn't be the first time I've seen some one install a 50 amp receptacle on a 60 amp breaker, and they will even use 8awg wire. Have it checked out to be safe.
  3. lazybean

    Amp, gauge, duty cycle recommendations

    It all depends on your supply. If your plugging into an old dryer outlet that has a 3 wire supply, then you will only have 240 to use. If you have a newer outlet, or are running directly from the panelboard, and have a 4 wire supply then you use the neutral to get your 120v. If you have...
  4. lazybean

    GFCI options... will this work?

    Everything on the supply side is unprotected. If one of the suplly wires shorts to the enclosure, GFCI will not protect you. If you incoming power cable gets exposed (or something cuts into it) your GFCI will not protect protect you. A GFCI Breaker located as far up stream is the safest way...
  5. lazybean

    Why are controllers so expensive?

    here is the commercial equivilent. This is the cheapest around at $119. plus you will have to buy the programing software for $395. You will have to know how to create PLC ladder logic or pay some one to create and install the logic. I work with the Allen Bradly (cost a lot more for the...
  6. lazybean

    Motorized Grain Mill - Drive Shaft Questions

    That is the exact type gearbox i thought. A clamp on coupling might work to connect the output shaft to your mill, make sure you order it for the EXACT size shafts. Now for the input, it is what i thought, that gear box is made for a "C Face" motor mount. We use a TEFC motor mounted to that...
  7. lazybean

    control for 120 and 240v system?

    OP: The short answer, YES, but it all depends on how you wire it. Birvine: YES, SSR use very little input current(around 0.02 amps), so you can parallel them and not overload the PID.
  8. lazybean

    GFCI options... will this work?

    Never seen that one before, but from the description on Levitons website. It is only rated for 20 amps, but can sense 240 volt. you have to use a contactor to get a higher amp rating. IMO a 'Spa GFCI Disconnect" would be your best option.
  9. lazybean

    Motorized Grain Mill - Drive Shaft Questions

    So you have a not so simple problem. The Monster Mill's shaft is designed for a 1/2" drill chuck, not a standard Keyed coupling. you will need to find a Shaft coupling that will be able to clamp on that shaft securely enough to handle the torque. A simple setscrew coupling might not be enough...
  10. lazybean

    Planned simple 1 element build

    My bad, when i looked at the wiring diagram i thought he had the SSR and Controler running 120 off the ground. Should put my beer down when posting.:mug:
  11. lazybean

    Keg to ekeggle conversion pics

    I love seeing what a machinist can build. This is an amazing build. I am going to build a cutting tool like yours for my next keg conversion, looks so much better then my hack job with a plasma cutter.
  12. lazybean

    Planned simple 1 element build

    L630 is a 240v only, if you use the ground as a neutral you will trip the GFCI instantly. the NEMA L1430 is rated for 120/240, it is 4wire(2 hots,1 neutral, 1 ground)
  13. lazybean

    Possible DIY homebrew sensor coming out in the spring!

    found a company that makes an RF temp logger for fish/water. they have some products for food. Might be worth a call to see what they can do for a home brewer. It is going on my long list of dream build items. Weetag temperature depth submersible data logger Bullet
  14. lazybean

    Possible DIY homebrew sensor coming out in the spring!

    They are just using off-the-shelf technology, integrated in a 'DIY' friendly package. You can easily build one perfect for our needs from OTS parts. the only thing is making it for our small needs is expensive. The existing temp sensors full fill our needs cheaply and efficiently. With...
  15. lazybean

    Joeybeer's Single Vessel 5500w Artsy Build

    I'm a little confused by your wood inset idea. are you talking about cutting out part of the SS door and mounting a piece of wood? That would mean you lose any water resistance. You could also have a hard time mounting the switches, since they are usually designed to be mounted to thinner...
  16. lazybean

    PEX pipe for outer shell of counterflow chiller?

    OP, With your concerns about the Heat from the boiling water and the PEX. The 200* is for it to maintain its pressure rating, your cfc should see minimal. Even when running the outer jacket will only see a few PSI from the outflow resistance.
  17. lazybean

    Best Yeast for a Wee Heavy

    mine wasnt a true Wee Heavey, but it was a high grav Scotch Ale. I ended up using good ol' WPL001 California, because I needed the yeast cake for my real big imperial. I was pleasantly surprised how well it worked out. Great flavor, but not sweet.
  18. lazybean

    Bottle Conditioning Barleywine

    From my experience, thats true as far as primary fermentation. Using the yeast from one high grav to the next, the second one takes off and ferments strong. But after the long haul of secondary fermentation, 3 months in my case, they are too warn out. The one time i try to use them for...
  19. lazybean

    What happens when you use your pump to shoot water at your control panel

    Sounds like your welding outlet is 220 only. the 3 wires being 2 hots and an Equipment ground. If your using 220 only for your heater elements then you wont need a neutral for them. **Wire the white pigtail from the GFCI breaker to the equipment ground, BUT DO NOT use the neutral lug on the...
  20. lazybean

    gfci circuit with welder

    depends on the welder. GFCI work by measuring any imbalance between electricity going out and coming back. A basic Stick welder (buzz box) does not isolate incoming and the welding circuit, allowing the ground as a return path which trips the GFCI. With MIG and TIG welders, it depends on the...
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