Has Anyone tried or used one of these distillers ???

[gtirdoc]

hEY ALL


Was looking at one of these has anyone tried or know someone that has tried or used one of these?

http://www.www.5stardistilling.com.au.com/item/33Llitre ... 23622.html


many thanks

[Zak Griffin]

I would highly doubt it, mate ;-)

[Matt_Pl]

I actually use one, for its purpose it's bloody fantastic.

I filled the 33ltr boiler with concrete and use it as a boat mooring. Don't waste your time buy a still from Mac mate

:handgestures-thumbupleft:

[Andy]

looks like a hugely over priced pot still?

[gtirdoc]

Isn't a reflux still ?

What could you see been the problem with this ?
I currently use a airstill.

[bt1]

I'd raise a few minor concerns.

value for money = entry level abv rate unknown
Would need some copper packing = sulphides removal
Lid design, tacked supports = longevity
Inner diameter small= slow production rate
replaceable seals/ seal mtl is a silicon = good luck with making these as seat design is unknown
CM design = need accurate water control=valve/pump setup
thermo placement= meaningless info
lid seal is free form not seated = placement/sealing issues
Water valve size unknown= would need adapter to std. hosing
Spirit off take tube proximity to heat source = need a copper extension tube
Collection height once extension is added = limited space
Quality of SS mtl = unknown no certificates
Warranty = none
Spare = none
Customer feedback =none
Base adapter is sealed with thread tape = may need replacing


Apart from these few initial thoughts there may be other issues with hinge durability etc but that would require some closer inspection.

bt1

[gtirdoc]

Thanks all will be keeping well clear of this.

[Marbled]

I wish my T500 had been that price.