gauge of stainless for new evaporator

[Rossell's Sugar Camp]

What guage stainless should i go with for a new home made evaporator. A skilled welder will be doing the work. Not myself. :lol:

[whalems]

I think that most of the big guys use 22 gauge.

[WESTVIRGINIAMAPLER]

Evaporator pans are 20 or 22 gauge from the manufactures. Leader builds theirs in 20 gauge and most others in 22 gauge or offer 20 gauge if customer prefers.

[brookledge]

the thicker you go the less heat transfer you get. Most commercial pans are 18-20 gauge. So if your welder is comfortable with either size go for it.
Keith