Hey all. So I see a lot of DIY glycol projects. Most seem to be for 5 gallon batches using a 5000 btu/hr unit. I'll have a 15 gallon batch size. Would 5000 btu/hr still suffice?
I think mine is a 6.5k unit and am using it to cool a 14 gallon unitank. Not really answering your question, but I think youd be fine with that setup. I've been able to maintain 29 degrees with a 5 degree swing in ambient 90 degree temps. The unit is off a lot more than its on.
One of the orange 10 gallon round igloo coolers. Basically my old plastic mash tun. For me, it got the radiator better vertically than laying horizontal.