Pictures of my Digital temperature controller
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Here is the PID controller I bought off of EBay for $ 39.00
http://www.ebay.com/itm/20-OFF-Digital- ... 336e01fa33
Here is a basic schematic. I added two outlet receptacles that are controlled by the solid state switch and a 3rd outlet that is on all the time to run a fan or some other device. The enclosure is one I picked up at an electronic shop. It has a metal backplate to mount the SSR on. You need some sort of metal back plate or a heat sink to dissipate the heat from the SSR. Below is the schematic.
https://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/z ... directlink
http://www.ebay.com/itm/20-OFF-Digital- ... 336e01fa33
Here is a basic schematic. I added two outlet receptacles that are controlled by the solid state switch and a 3rd outlet that is on all the time to run a fan or some other device. The enclosure is one I picked up at an electronic shop. It has a metal backplate to mount the SSR on. You need some sort of metal back plate or a heat sink to dissipate the heat from the SSR. Below is the schematic.
https://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/z ... directlink
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Hopfully this is will show up right on the forum: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-yXeK ... img003.jpg
I am afraid that I couldn't build one from that diagram.ajwillsnet wrote:Hopfully this is will show up right on the forum: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-yXeK ... img003.jpg
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Ross, if you go look at the ebay listing he posted and look at the different pictures it will become clear.ssorllih wrote:I am afraid that I couldn't build one from that diagram.ajwillsnet wrote:Hopfully this is will show up right on the forum: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-yXeK ... img003.jpg
I'm thinking I'm going to purchase one myself...
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Hi Allen: If you buy one of these kits, I suggest that you get a PT100 probe like the one in this link: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Temperature-Con ... 1c1db63f14
Its more suitable to a smoker than the ones that come with the kit. Ask the vendor if they can substitute one like this. If you need any assistance, let me know. It is not difficult.
Bert,
Its more suitable to a smoker than the ones that come with the kit. Ask the vendor if they can substitute one like this. If you need any assistance, let me know. It is not difficult.
Bert,
Thanks for the heads up!ajwillsnet wrote:Hi Allen: If you buy one of these kits, I suggest that you get a PT100 probe like the one in this link: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Temperature-Con ... 1c1db63f14
Its more suitable to a smoker than the ones that come with the kit. Ask the vendor if they can substitute one like this. If you need any assistance, let me know. It is not difficult.
Bert,
I do building automation for a living, so I should be able to handle it I do appreciate the offer though.
This option is MUCH cheaper than going with one of our controllers and sensors. Probably just as accurate as well. Thanks again for posting this info.
Allen, W1SBY
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