Quote Originally Posted by Colin1234 View Post
...will it evaporate at a similar rate then 5 elements?
I also use an electric evaporator. The vaporization rate does increase with more power but it's not a linear kind of thing. You won't make syrup five times faster using five elements than one. I use a 4500 watt element and usually run at 70% capacity. The fun thing about your rig is now you get to play with it. You won't ruin anything by changing the power input. Find the sweet spot where the evaporation rate is acceptable compared to running power cords from several different circuits. Added electric user advice...when the heating elements get gunked up dump the sap and fill the kettle with vinegar to cover them. Run it just 'till it's warm and the crusties will pretty much fall off.