3x8 leader drop flue evaporator with steam hood/preheater. How much sap do I need in the rear pan? Don't know where to set the float.
3x8 leader drop flue evaporator with steam hood/preheater. How much sap do I need in the rear pan? Don't know where to set the float.
If you only have one float box 1 1/2” because that one float box sets level for both pans.
12 x 16 Sugarhouse, 12 x 16 Woodshed
2 x 8 “The Mutt” Evaporator with Marcland Drawoff
Leader oil fired arch, Dallaire raised flue, Smoky Lake syrup pan and hoods with pre-heater
New Leader Clear Filter Press/Air Diaphragm Pump
5” Hand Pump Filter Press from Daryl-One of the first three! On loan to a friend.
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Yes, one float box. Thanks for the info.
4,600 Taps on vacuum
9,400 gallons storage
3 tower CDL RO
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I don't take any chances. I run my drop flue at 2" to start the season. If I feel like pushing it I'll go to 1.5 after my first couple boils. Honestly I've never seen that huge of an improvement to warrant always being on the verge of scorching a pan. You may get a few more gph but I'd rather keep my pans looking pristine.
Jake
smoky lake 2x6 drop flue SSR on homemade arch
235 taps on 2 gast 1550s and lappiere releasers
24x12 sugar house
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I agree, it's like your car. Sure it will do over a hundred but the ride is more comfortable and enjoyable at 70!
Actually i don't operate anything wide open continuously.
I have always run mine at closer to 2 inches maybe a little. i guess I am over cautious.
2004 - 2012 2x3 flat pan 25 to 60 taps
2012 2x3 new divided pan w/draw off 55 taps
2018 - didn't boil surgery - bought new evaporator
2019 new SML 2x4 raised flue high output evap. 65 taps
made 17 gal. syrup
2020 - only put out 53 taps - made 16.25 ga.l syrup
2021 - Didn't work out
2022 - 25 taps on bags / 8 taps on 3/16's line - late start