Switching to a modular system

[Iván]

Hi there,

I brew corny-keg-size batches of beer at home, for my family. I've used a Klarstein Brauheld Pro the last two years and now I am thinking about switching to other system. I am considering the electric kettle from the malt miller, which seems to be a copy of the Clawhammer kettles. It seems to be easier to clean (detachable heating element, so no more stuck bottoms), and more maintainable (every piece can be replaced). I am considering buying this cheap controller, and wire it inside a box. I will need also either a bag or a bucket for the grain, and I think I prefer a big bucket that fits into the kettle. I am not interested in overcomplicate my workflow so I don't want to do more sparge. I found this bucket at amazon, although it is expensive and I don't know if there are better options. I already have a pump, chiller and ferm. buckets.

I am looking for opinions on the change I am planning to do (do you think I am wrong?), and if you know about better options (e.g. for the grain bucket or for the kettle). My budget is around 500£.

 

[Iván]

No one?

 

[Rodcx500z]

You could buy a Robbo brewzilla all in one gen3 Brewzilla 35L Gen3.1.1 BUNDLE – BrewKegTap

 

[Cheshire Cat]

Try eBay for your grain basket, about £60. 31x30 cm.

 

[chopps]

I went from an all in one to something like you’re thinking. Details here Chopps Brewdays

I have the parts list I can share but it came in just under £500

 

[stripeyjoe]

I’ve had my eye on one of these…
https://www.darkfarm.co.uk/product/brew-tank-40l-self-build-all-in-one-mash-tun-brew-kettle-summit/

 

[chopps]

Other than the controller that looks good value to me!

 

[stripeyjoe]

I was thinking about getting it without the pump and Inkbird as I already have a decent pump and PID.