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[supersapper]

i have a 2x2 flat pan. did 5 gallons syrup last year. i would like to get to 20 -25 gallons is this possible /this setup? thinking about another 2x2 divided for a continuos flow. what should i do? this would also require a new evap

[SeanD]

If you want to get 20-25 gallons of syrup you're going to need a bigger boat. Your 2x2 gives you around 4 gal/hr. At an average of 40:1 sap to syrup, you're looking at 10 hours of boiling for every gallon of syrup you make. That's 200 to 250 hours on that 2x2. I don't think you'll have enough storage or hours in the day.

If you add another 2x2, you cut that time in half with the same size fire. That's still a lot of boiling, but it could still be humanly possible. I'm amazed at what some folks on here bang out on a Half Pint or 2x4.

Sean

[talahi maple products]

It's possible IF you have a high sugar content. I regularly made around 20 gallons on my 2x4, But my sugar content usually runs around 3-4% Still makes for long weekends:)

[b116757]

I'd get a 2x6 flat pan throw together a block arch