The one on my chamber is 110v but the other 3 are 220v so I opened them up, removed the transformer and now they all run off of 12V.
Dan
Posted 17 October 2014 - 07:23 AM
The one on my chamber is 110v but the other 3 are 220v so I opened them up, removed the transformer and now they all run off of 12V.
Dan
Posted 17 October 2014 - 08:05 AM
I thought about starting another Temp Controller thread, but having it in the DIY vein, but opted to keep it here for now. If it is worth separating out, perhaps a mod can do that. But for now...
Snooping around a bit and it looks like I might be able to put one together for cheaper than I can buy a new one using this plan and pick list.
Controller for $16 on prime:
https://www.amazon.c...ywords=stc 1000
Project Box for $10 on prime:
https://www.amazon.c...oject box 7x5x3
Outlet for $1.14 on prime (add on):
https://www.amazon.c...keywords=outlet
Outlet cover for $0.55 on prime (add on):
https://www.amazon.c...ds=outlet cover
16 Gauge Power Cord for $8.00 on prime:
https://www.amazon.c...auge power cord
Total price looks to be $35.69.
A new Ranco, with shipping, is $49. Sure, I could save about $15 and be guaranteed that it would work. The plans don't look that difficult, and if I were ever to want to use it for heating, I would have that capability. How hard can it be? After all, I did put together a brew-stick and have not killed myself. Does anyone see any issue with this set of plans? Thoughts? Comments?
Posted 17 October 2014 - 08:29 AM
Thats exactly what I did and it works great.I thought about starting another Temp Controller thread, but having it in the DIY vein, but opted to keep it here for now. If it is worth separating out, perhaps a mod can do that. But for now...Snooping around a bit and it looks like I might be able to put one together for cheaper than I can buy a new one using this plan and pick list.Controller for $16 on prime:https://www.amazon.c...ywords=stc 1000Project Box for $10 on prime:https://www.amazon.c...oject box 7x5x3Outlet for $1.14 on prime (add on):https://www.amazon.c...keywords=outletOutlet cover for $0.55 on prime (add on):https://www.amazon.c...ds=outlet cover16 Gauge Power Cord for $8.00 on prime:https://www.amazon.c...auge power cordTotal price looks to be $35.69. A new Ranco, with shipping, is $49. Sure, I could save about $15 and be guaranteed that it would work. The plans don't look that difficult, and if I were ever to want to use it for heating, I would have that capability. How hard can it be? After all, I did put together a brew-stick and have not killed myself. Does anyone see any issue with this set of plans? Thoughts? Comments?
Posted 17 October 2014 - 08:39 AM
Thats exactly what I did and it works great.
Great! I think I may go this route.
Edited by Deerslyr, 17 October 2014 - 08:40 AM.
Posted 17 October 2014 - 08:54 AM
Well if you would mount it in a box with outlets
Years ago a made a Love box with switched outlets. Switched dual Loves with one wired to a 25 amp SSR.
Posted 17 October 2014 - 09:45 AM
Parts are ordered. I will try to detail the process and post.
All parts (other than the tape and the nut) were under $36.
Posted 17 October 2014 - 10:34 AM
Parts are ordered. I will try to detail the process and post.
All parts (other than the tape and the nut) were under $36.
so if you don't have prime you just made the free shipping!
Posted 17 October 2014 - 11:00 AM
Except I get it in 2 days, instead of 5 to 7...
Which really doesn't make a dif this go around because I will be out of town next week.
However, there ARE price reductions on some of the products when you use Prime. The controller itself was something like $5 less than otherwise. Didn't keep track on the savings from the others.
Posted 17 October 2014 - 11:07 AM
Except I get it in 2 days, instead of 5 to 7...
Which really doesn't make a dif this go around because I will be out of town next week.
However, there ARE price reductions on some of the products when you use Prime. The controller itself was something like $5 less than otherwise. Didn't keep track on the savings from the others.
I didn't know that was a benefit. I thought it was just the steaming and shipping benefits.
Posted 17 October 2014 - 12:27 PM
I didn't know that was a benefit. I thought it was just the steaming and shipping benefits.
Nope. Sometimes it's a dollar or two off. Sometimes it is significantly more. I just purchased a $68 hammock for camping that cost me something like $16 after the Prime discount. (Best night sleeping I've had camping)
Posted 17 October 2014 - 10:53 PM
I thought about starting another Temp Controller thread, but having it in the DIY vein, but opted to keep it here for now. If it is worth separating out, perhaps a mod can do that. But for now...
Snooping around a bit and it looks like I might be able to put one together for cheaper than I can buy a new one using this plan and pick list.
Controller for $16 on prime:
https://www.amazon.c...ywords=stc 1000
Project Box for $10 on prime:
https://www.amazon.c...oject box 7x5x3
Outlet for $1.14 on prime (add on):
https://www.amazon.c...keywords=outlet
Outlet cover for $0.55 on prime (add on):
https://www.amazon.c...ds=outlet cover
16 Gauge Power Cord for $8.00 on prime:
https://www.amazon.c...auge power cord
Total price looks to be $35.69.
A new Ranco, with shipping, is $49. Sure, I could save about $15 and be guaranteed that it would work. The plans don't look that difficult, and if I were ever to want to use it for heating, I would have that capability. How hard can it be? After all, I did put together a brew-stick and have not killed myself. Does anyone see any issue with this set of plans? Thoughts? Comments?
They have plans on how to add a in line fuse over at HBT.
Posted 17 October 2014 - 11:06 PM
I clicked on the parts list and you are not getting a true dual relay stc1000.This is a single relay that will either heat or cool.
This is the vendor I used. As a bonus they were all (total of 4) version 1.0 which will you to flash them if you want
https://go.redirecti...l&xtz=420&abp=1
Posted 18 October 2014 - 04:02 AM
Posted 20 October 2014 - 02:49 PM
So BigDaddyAle sent me a note vie FB indicating that the controller I got was not a two stage, but just one and that I should cancel the order. I attempted to, but it was right at that point where they were packing it and I expect it to be delivered tomorrow. Which is fine. I'm ok with having it control jut the cold. If I wanted to upgrade it in the future, I don't see $16 as a deal breaker. I could certainly put the cold temp controller in my keggerator, so at least there is that.
Which leads me to this question...
Do I need the outlet? or can I just wire up and use the female receptacle of the power cord I ordered? I'm assuming that the internal assembly just got a bit easier. Having problems finding plans out there (I'm very visual, so YouTube is great for me) as most of them are working with the two stage.
Thoughts? Comments?
Posted 20 October 2014 - 03:17 PM
So BigDaddyAle sent me a note vie FB indicating that the controller I got was not a two stage, but just one and that I should cancel the order. I attempted to, but it was right at that point where they were packing it and I expect it to be delivered tomorrow. Which is fine. I'm ok with having it control jut the cold. If I wanted to upgrade it in the future, I don't see $16 as a deal breaker. I could certainly put the cold temp controller in my keggerator, so at least there is that.
Which leads me to this question...
Do I need the outlet? or can I just wire up and use the female receptacle of the power cord I ordered? I'm assuming that the internal assembly just got a bit easier. Having problems finding plans out there (I'm very visual, so YouTube is great for me) as most of them are working with the two stage.
Thoughts? Comments?
That should work.
Posted 21 October 2014 - 01:49 PM
I would crack open the case and check the relay and see how many amps it's rated for.Post over on HBT and they can tell you how to wire it up.If you inform the seller that you were mislead in thinking you were getting a 2 stage STC1000 they will usually give you a discount so you don't give them a negative review.
Posted 26 October 2014 - 08:29 PM
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