I use my Hot Rod in a keg. No issues there in moving to another vessel. The element is wired to the housing so you cannot separate and move element, so that would suggest using the pod if you needed that.
The Hot Rod in my opinion is an outstanding product. If I were getting my feet wet, that is where I would start. I bought one after a few years of using modified pots and using weldless element fittings. Now I wish I didn't have these holes in pots that could have other uses.
I do not have an answer, however this thread may have the info you are looking for.
https://www.homebrewtalk.com/f257/how-add-permanent-volume-markings-kettle-illustrated-463099/
Cheers.
From main panel to a sub panel (with derived branch circuits) in a detached structure is a "Feed" circuit and requires separate grounding.
From main panel to a disconnect in a detached structure is a "Branch" circuit.
Of course all service industry/trades costs are better than retail, no secret there. I am not sure how relevant that is to the topic. To assume if you can go to store X and pay Y does not mean if you hire someone to do the same for you they are going to charge you the same or less.
Some things to consider...
There will always be a markup on materials to cover costs involved in purchasing, transporting, and storage of materials. Do not expect to be charged Home Depot prices for materials.
Most electricians have a ball park dollar value based on square footage to...
Right handed, however I can only shoot a firearm and billiards left handed. Me shooting (pool or weapon) right handed is like trying to do so with my feet instead. It is a weird mechanical thing for me vs eye dominance. I didn't even know I shot billiards left handed until my father pointed it...
Apparently large enough to boil 6.5 gallons of wort according to one amazon.com review.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B002JQ3KQ4/?tag=googhydr-20&hvadid=46816888985&hvpos=1t1&hvexid=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=16040633094217955931&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=b&hvdev=c&ref=pd_sl_9l1tloml3c_b
You may already have 2 GFCI protected circuits in your kitchen. If you insulated your pot while mashing, you wouldn't need a controller unless you really wanted temperature control. That would be your lowest cost option.