Recent content by mcoratti76

I started using almost this same setup a few months back. I used it for 3 brews, and suffered from poor efficiency and volumes. I think I finally got the volumes down, but I am still having issues getting good efficiency. I think the next brew, I am going to do what you said and implement a...

@BarryBrews Thank you for the clarification of your process flow. It makes much more sense to me now. What size kettles are you working with? I am using both 16 gal, so in order to make a 10 gallon batches I have to recirculate between both BK and MT. Unfortunately, this makes underletting...

Just to update from original post.... I have run 2 batches on the system, and both turned out fine. I am still working out my equipment profile and trying to figure out my volume and temperature issues, but overall, it seemed to work pretty good. Definitely want to add a RIMS tube to the mix for...

@BarryBrews WOW that's an impressive rig!! Thank you for the detailed walkthrough of your system. There is certainly a lot to digest there. One question I have with your process flow, in all of the steps you have a connection out from BK to pump. Are you recirculating the mash through both BK...

Thanks everyone for your input. I will definitely look to minimize the risk of a stuck mash

I like your rationale for the probe on the pump outlet. I think I'm going to try that. Much appreciated.

Great, thanks. I have a whirlpool return in the BK, do I'm hoping that helps. Either way I think it's going to be difficult to control the temp with gas to heat the mash. But I think I'm going to recirc until I get to strike temp and it is stable, then dough in and turn off the gas. Only firing...

Here is a schematic of the setup that I have been planning

Thanks for your input! I will certainly take it all into consideration before I attempt a batch with this setup

Thank you!

I am just getting started with all grain and building a starter system using some equipment I already have, while picking up some new pieces. Eventually, I want to go with an electric RIMS tube and PID to better control mash temp. For now, I am planning to use a 2 vessel system, MLT gravity fed...

I am just getting started with all grain and building a starter system using some equipment I already have, while picking up some new pieces. Eventually, I want to go with an electric RIMS tube and PID to better control mash temp. For now, I am planning to use a 2 vessel system, MLT gravity fed...