i tried using my 1500W X 2 elements on a 10 amp plug. it melted... Hi Shibolet Yes , it would do: maximum voltage in NZ ( which all certified appliances & systems must be able to cope with ) is 230v + 6% = 243.8 v 3000W / 243.8v = 12.31 amps on a 10 amp plug = 23.1 % over spec' = meltdown. My heavi...

Hi Andy, Just in case you haven't yet sorted out your problem, I've been through it too. I've done 18 batches in a 40L electric urn with a 2000 W element (10 amp plugs in NZ ....) & it's definitely NOT up to the job. My first batch was a complete fiasco as I couldn't get it to boil!!! My solution is...

40 Litre electric urn 35 cms diameter 6.0 - 6.5 litres boil off over 90 minutes measured over 18 brews. Calculator is spot on at 4.12 litres per hour NB this figure holds good for taking the wort to a vigorous boil & then reducing heat to a gentle rolling boil. One one batch, I maintained a vigorous...

Hi all, I'm returning to brewing after a 20 year rest! Originally from the UK but now live in Auckland. Love everything about it here down under, but I really miss British Real Ale, so I thought I'd try brewing some. BIAB looks perfect for me and this site is a stunning resource for a newbie. I thin...