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    Hi all,
    Have just completed upgrade from DB to BM.

    Basic setup as in picture.

    BM $5 from local recyling facility.

    Rocker switch $4 from DSE

    Stirring tongue needed to be trimmed as beans jammed against shape of bucket.

    HG attached to home brew capping machine.


  • #2
    Re: Upgrade to BM roaster

    What a great setup!
    Now all you need is a hole drilled through the front directly into the pan so you can feed a thermocouple through just above the paddle and can then retrieve accurate temp... 8-)
    Its a great advantage in getting consistency.
    I can believe it cost you so little!
    With the larger batches that you will undoubtedly be roasting now.. have you a way of cooling the beans quick?
    RH

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    • #3
      Re: Upgrade to BM roaster

      Cooling will need some work. So far: tip into colander, then spread on tray, cool by atmosphere and stirring. Adds flavour for neighbours!

      Interested in thermocouple, tho will need to learn more about it. One step at a time!

      Roast in pic is named Maxs blend. Max graciously contributed dog bowl to previous roasts. Contsructed from 50% Brazil, 34% Zambia, 16% Yemen. Have had good feedback from those who have tried it.

      Max interested in food in dog bowl or walk.

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      • #4
        Re: Upgrade to BM roaster

        Is it really cold where you are as the atmosphere must cool the beans fairly quickly. just what out for overroasting as the beans are still cooking until you cool them down. the quicker the cooling process the better. This way you will be more consistant with your roasts.

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        • #5
          Re: Upgrade to BM roaster

          Originally posted by Gadget link=1182172720/0#0 date=1182172709
          Rocker switch $4 from DSE
          What is the purpose of your Rocker Switch. Does this just turn on the paddle for continuous spinning?

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          • #6
            Re: Upgrade to BM roaster

            Switch is modification to make BM either on or off. i am an ex-sparky, so have some idea of wiring etc. Sunbeam BM doesnt have cycle which has continuous agitation. It obviously needs coffee!

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