mompt.
Yes the chinese PIDs are available for $25 -$30 with TC and free postage, likewise SSRs for $5 delivered.
You can actually find the bigger sized PIDs for inder $20 !!
I havnt come across any PIDs witha "built in" SSR, but most of them do have a built in "mechanical" relay, but usually only rated for a 3A max load.
however, i recently fitted one of these chinese cheapies ( XMT 7100) to my Silvia before my SSR arrived and used the inbuilt relay to switch the heater ( 1100W = 4.5 A).
It worked fine, but i only did it after i inspected the PID and noticed that the internal relay was actually stamped with a 7 A rating by its maker ( Panasonic).
I have since installed the SSR to see if the functionality changes.
I would suggest you carefully chose the thermocouple type ( K, Pt, etc) and tip size, since i believe the placement of this TC tip can make a big difference in temp control.
Go for it !



just pulled a decaf for my wife & I, and it was bloody beautiful..I seem to have a pretty vicious steam too...so I had a fantastic microfoam too...well worth it...just have to autotune during a few shots to teach it a few things...
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