Shiny boiler on the way! Kettle element?

[NickW]

Hi all,

I've got a 33l stainless steel boiler on the way from the malt Miller. I've asked for two holes to be cut for elements to be installed.

My question is... where's the best place to buy two elements and how would I go about fitting them?

 

[PD]

http://www.thehomebrewcompany.co.uk/spa ... -1096.html

plus 2 kettle leads

AND

a couple of these....replace the 2 flimsy plastic lock nuts on the elements

If you got the holes drilled...just screw the elements in.

 

[NickW]

Thanks PD

What is that second link? It isn't there

 

[PD]

here it is

http://www.bearingboys.co.uk/KM8_LDK_Be ... _Nut-960-p

 

[NickW]

Nice one PD.

So would I need 4 or 2 of those locknuts?

 

[PD]

2...
one per element fitting..

stainless would be better but they cost. I've had the ordinary ones for a year now and just starting to get a bit of rust on them cheap enough to replace

 

[nobyipa]

BACKER KETTLE ELEMENT 10A & 13A


10Amp and 13Amp Standard Kettle Element

Standard Kettle Elements Non-Automatic 1 9/16" Thread size Nickel Plated complete with Locking Ring and Sealing Washers

13 Amp version rated at 2750 watt

10 Amp version rated at 2400 watt
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/390563322487? ... 1423.l2649
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/310690216064? ... 1423.l2649

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/160994544110? ... 1423.l2649

:drink:

 

[PD]

Backer company are ***** to deal with tho

 

[sam.k]

the homebrew builder sells 2.4kw with leads for about £30 I think

 

[NickW]

Should have waited for more replies before ordering! But I've just ordered all that you suggested PD

Thanks a lot for the help!

 

[PD]

:thumb:

 

[adomant]

Standard Kettle Elements Non-Automatic 1 9/16" Thread size Nickel Plated

I got an 1 1/2 inch qmax about 38.5mm, would the element thread through that or would I need a 40mm?

 

[PD]

a lot of sandpaper might be required... :lol:

 

[adomant]

I do have a dremmel, or maybe I should just borrow a 40mm from a mate

 

[bobsbeer]

Borrow the 40mm. Way less hassle.

 

[airymary]

Standard Kettle Elements Non-Automatic 1 9/16" Thread size Nickel Plated

I got an 1 1/2 inch qmax about 38.5mm, would the element thread through that or would I need a 40mm?

I've read posts where 40mm holes were too big, and left the elements leaking. I prefer to use a 1.5" qmax, then grind-out the holes until the actual elements I'm using are a fit (usually these, 'cos they're monstas :twisted:)

http://www.unifit.co.uk/products/KETTLE ... -universal

Cheers, Chris

 

[oldjiver]

I got this one recently.. its very good and 2.4kw and a steel nut.
http://www.pecoservices.co.uk/spare-ele ... 5-21-p.asp
The lead came from homebase £4.99,(it doesn't get hot)

 

[Cactus]

Nick the backer elements I bought were 39.4mm ideal for the 40mm Qmax cutter. I also used the km8 nut linked on these forums. No leaks as yet.

 

[NickW]

Cheers guys. Well the boiler arrived promptly yesterday (thanks rob @ themaltmiller) and am just waiting on elements and the nuts.

Relatively easy to fit?

I hope I don't get an leaks as some of you are saying... if i do, is there a way to seal better?

 

[Fil]

PTFE tape and silicone baking sheet/£shop silicone cake moulds for cutting soft heat/food safe custom seal washers are the mainstay of my bits n bobs box..

if a leak persists LSX silicone thread sealer or JBweld for a perminent solution..

but i doubt u will need anything but just in case..