More heat with Bradley Controler

Started by jdhunt0, April 01, 2013, 01:38:36 PM

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jdhunt0

Has anyone added either a second heating element (500W) or swapped in a 900W element and kept the stock Bradley temperature control on the new style smokers?  I would like to be able to get to temps above 240, but don't see the need in adding a PID at this time.

paulsnapp

If you opt for the second 500W element or 900W element mod you will not be able to use the Bradley controller as it will not handle the wattage.  You will need to use a PID such as the Auber that has the ability to handle up to 1400W.
Bradley 4 Rack Digital Smoker
Auber Dual Probe PID Controller
Second Heating Element Mod
Smoke and Stuff Fan Mod

mikecorn.1

You have to use a pod if you do the mods.


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Quote from: mikecorn.1 on April 01, 2013, 03:51:55 PM
You have to use a pod if you do the mods.


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Cool Mike  :) Just what type of pod do you recommend

rexster

Stainless 4 rack Bradley
6 Rack DBS w/second heat element
Auber PID
7 Foot X 20" Pipe BBQ pit with offset firebox
Jenn-Air 75000 btu gas grill w/sear burner
Weber Performer charcoal grill
Portable Kitchen All Aluminum Charcoal Grill
2 MES 40" smokers
PK360 Grill
Vacmaster 320 Vacuum Chamber Sealer

jdhunt0

That's what I had assumed, but every DIY I have seen was on the old slider style control.  Had my fingers crossed that the beefed up the dial control.

robertgate

Make a use of pod. your problem will get solved.

beefmann

i have done the 900 watt mod along  with the pid controller just to cover the additional wattage