How do I build a reflux still column?

How do I build a reflux still column?

Building The Reflux Column of the Still

1. Step 1 – Drill a 3/8 ” hole in the top of the 2″ end cap. Fit the rubber grommet and thermometer into the hole to make sure they fit.
2. Step 2 – Place 3″ long piece of 2″ copper pipe into top of 2 x 2 x. 1 ½” tee and solder in place.
3. Place Cap on top of 3″ copper pipe.

Do you make cuts with a reflux still?

A more complex still with a chamber called the ‘reflux’ condenser, where steam is filtered and some of the unwanted elements are returned to the boiling vessel. You don’t need to make ‘cuts’ on this type of still (only discarding the foreshots).

What temperature do you run a reflux still at?

If, for example, 90°C / 194°F is the optimal head temperature for your reflux still column to collect alcohol, if the temperature increases during the distillation, the distiller can increase the reflux ratio and thereby increase the amount of ABV being sent over to the product condenser.

What is a Boka still?

The Boka Reflux still is a simple and effective design perfect for anyone looking for a small stove top still. This design uses Liquid Management (LM) to control reflux and so it is classified as a LM column reflux still.

Is a reflux still the same as a column still?

A POT still simply collects and condenses the alcohol vapors that come off the boiling mash. A REFLUX or PLATED still does multiple distillations in one single pass, by having some packing in a column between the condenser & the pot, and allowing some of the vapor to condense and trickle back down through the packing.

How long does reflux still take?

Time how long it takes to fill – it should take about 12 minutes. If it takes longer than this, then you will need to clean the orifice. If spirit is coming out the top of your still, this can occur due to the following: 1.

What is a reflux column still?

A Reflux Still is essentially a Column Still. It typically generates a much higher proof, yet much less flavorful alcohol, than a pot still. The width and height of your reflux system will greatly determine the purity of your product and the speed that it produces distillate. (Column diameter = speed.

What is the reflux column of a still?

Building The Reflux Column of the Still. The reflux column is the part of the Still that is responsible for producing high proof alcohol. It does this by producing multiple distillations within the column. To build the Reflux column we need to assemble a few things first.

How do you attach a reflux column to a boiler?

Follow these steps to attach the reflux column to the boiler: Step 2 – Slide 3″ of the copper column through the hole and Mig weld in place ( If you don’t have a Mig welder take it down to your local welding shop they will be able to do it for you for a reasonable price.

Which is the most effective forced reflux still design?

….Probably the most well-known and still most effective forced reflux still designs is the “cooling tube” design. In this design, tubes run directly through the column and cold water is run through them. The reason that this design is so effective is because the cooling lines are in direct contact with the rising vapor.

How does the reflux column control the ABV?

Adjusting the reflux temperature can control the ABV, making it increase or decrease. A reflux column can consistently distill a high concentration of alcohol from a mixture that only has 8% or even 1% alcohol.