Hello all,
I'm thinking currently the next build will be 4" hybrid pot with either a quad coil or deph at the top pre elbow for refluxing.
But thought I'd canvas options from plate col users. Thinking of a perf plate type...bubblers don't appeal i just want good plain copper in vapour path.
So the questions:
Do you realistically beleieve there's a notable product quality issue gain to be had with a perf plate ? For comparo's I'm on a hybrid pot that pushes 92 down to 80abv and well suited to single runs but maybe not so for cleaner lighter styles.
What's the avg or any known output rate on typical spirit runs per hour for a 4" basic design
What's the avg or any known output rate on typical stripping run per hour for a 4" basic design
What true value do sight glasses impart..do they change your process/ running method or impact on product quality? i.e. does take off etc become a visual process.
Can the plate tree rod and retaining nuts be sourced in copper
How tight/good is the plate seal to column wall...is much lost down walls of column?
happy to here from experienced users I'm really at the cross roads of staying with a successfull design...hybrid or if there's a significant product quality reason having a crack at a perf plate build.
cheers
bt1