Hey folks, got a question. Some members have smaller grid high temp screens that are placed inside the racks of the bradley. What is the advantage of this. Most of the time I see big cuts of meat and or other things that are not going to fall thru the racks. I can see maybe for things like chex mix or skrimps. thanks ;D
I use mine for everything except jalapenos... Next time I order I'm getting another set.
But I'm a newbee...
John
Quote from: BigJohnT on August 25, 2009, 11:07:50 AM
I use mine for everything except jalapenos... Next time I order I'm getting another set.
But I'm a newbee...
John
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BJT, do you find any advantages in using these over just the racks from the smoker? To me it would be more work at the end as far as having to scrub more stuff. Any input would be appreciated. I was eyeing some at yardandpool.com
Mike
My experience with the high temp screens is that they seem to be pretty much "nonstick". I use them for everything and even though you still have a rack and a screen to clean, they come cleaner easier and your product doesn't stick to the rack when you go to lift it off.
Mike
That's been what I've seen too the food doesn't stick much. I'm usually doing smaller pieces like chicken parts or jerky. I also use one of the original racks lined with foil to catch the drippings. Much easier to clean up... just wad up the foil after pouring off any liquids. As for cleaning the racks my Mother in law has never complained...
John
I'm with Mike. My high temp screens go in everytine I use the Bradley and my Traeger! Almost non-stick everytime.
Big John T, you might want to give a second thought to covering any entire rack with foil. That can really impede the circulation of heat and smoke and possibly void your warranty. No offense intended.
KyNola
KyNola,
I've not noticed any difference in temperature or smoke with or without the rack covered in foil. The only thing I noticed is the lack of burned on mess on the V tray.
John
non-stick and easier clean up, I also use mine when doing peanuts or pistachios. :)
John,
Looks like I could be mistaken then. My apologies.
KyNola
Like others here, I use them for everything. It makes clean up easier.
Quote from: FLBentRider on August 25, 2009, 12:03:34 PM
Like others here, I use them for everything. It makes clean up easier.
Me too.
Quote from: BigJohnT on August 25, 2009, 11:31:28 AM
KyNola,
I've not noticed any difference in temperature or smoke with or without the rack covered in foil. The only thing I noticed is the lack of burned on mess on the V tray.
John
I have to agree with KyNola. Covering the racks completely with foil will cause heat to build up under the foiled trays. You are using a PID, so if you use the PID beneath the bottom foil tray you will not get the heat build up, but the temperature above the foiled tray should be much cooler.
Thanks for all the input. Thats why this is the best forum around. Looks like I will be placing an order for 4 of them. By the way, does anyone know how often amazon.com does the 4 for 3 deal. I have plenty for a while but doesnt hurt to get more. ;D have not checked amazon lately.
They were still running it early last week.. I've got 8 boxes of apple now. (for the price of 6)
Some is stashed under the spare room bed for now..
I'm guessing non of you have heated one end of a piece of aluminum and then grabbed the other end only to get burned. Aluminum is one of the fastest heat transferring materials just below gold and copper. 8)
http://www.engineeringtoolbox.com/thermal-conductivity-d_429.html
John
Quote from: BigJohnT on August 26, 2009, 06:25:57 AM
I'm guessing non of you have heated one end of a piece of aluminum and then grabbed the other end only to get burned. Aluminum is one of the fastest heat transferring materials just below gold and copper. 8)
http://www.engineeringtoolbox.com/thermal-conductivity-d_429.html
John
;D ;D Never tried that myself - does not seem like a good idea. I do not think anyone is saying that it does not get hot above the foil. I believe the point that is being made is the foil creates a thin barrier and with the air flow a large portion of the heat (and smoke) will be mostly blocked and what is not blocked would be diverted around the meat and out the vent. It will still get pretty darn hot above the foil - just not as hot as below. Depending on a number of factors, there is a possibility of causing a fire or damaging the smoke generator. Too much smoke back-up into the generator due to inadequate circulation can destroy the generator and is enough to prevent me from totally covering a rack with foil.
Quote from: BigJohnT on August 26, 2009, 06:25:57 AM
I'm guessing non of you have heated one end of a piece of aluminum and then grabbed the other end only to get burned. Aluminum is one of the fastest heat transferring materials just below gold and copper. 8)
http://www.engineeringtoolbox.com/thermal-conductivity-d_429.html
John
It would be easy for you to test the temperature variance. Place thermometer probe below the foil, just above the foil, and towards the top of the cabinet.