Submersible heating element

[Kybren]

Has anyone ever used a submersible heater element? I have all the kit to do all grain but moved house and now have a induction hob which my big pot won't work with. I have been given a electric hot plate to use which I think will work but I would like a heater element just to give it a helping hand upto the boil. Only thing I can find it for aquariums
Thanks

 

[The-Engineer-That-Brews]

I too have only seen aquarium ones, I'm afraid.
Would something like this be an option though, with a propane bottle?

 

[Gerryjo]

Check this out as it may be of use.

 

[The-Engineer-That-Brews]

Check this out as it may be of use.

Nice find - looks like it's got a 70ºC cutout though...

 

[ppsmith]

Check this out as it may be of use.

I think my mrs has one of those...

Edit: On a serious note, I'd be triple checking the case on that thing was properly earthed before it went anywhere near a socket.

 

[Kybren]

Check this out as it may be of use.

Cheers that looks just what Im after.
I agree with the earthing I will be double checking that before use
Thanks guys

 

[Gerryjo]

Nice find - looks like it's got a 70ºC cutout though...

Didn't get a look at the initial specs as I was in a hurry but there is also this which will certainly do the trick.

Summary

• Don’t fret about a broken boiler: get the Spiral Electric Water Heater!
• Heat washing up bowls, baths & swimming pools in an emergency
• 3000W power, heat conducting alloy & spiral design boils water rapidly
• Plastic top, insulated cable & bonus digital thermometer keep you safe
• Only 28cm long - perfect for storing in your cupboards until it’s needed

 

[Gerryjo]

I think my mrs has one of those...

Edit: On a serious note, I'd be triple checking the case on that thing was properly earthed before it went anywhere near a socket.

Normally a good indicator is a solid earth prong on the plug top which this has as other which can claim to be double insulated have a plastic prong as this is needed to access the wall socket outlet.
Shouldn't be too hard to remove the cover for a quick check though.