Power Controller
Meet the Blichmann Power Controller. Ideal for beginners in brewing or individuals who prefer a straightforward approach without unnecessary frills, yet still desire robust performance every brew day. Our Power Controller is a low-cost solution, and the 240V model allows you to drive up to 5 elements at one time using the BrewCommander™ Relay Module 240V. It's ideal for electric brew kettles and other applications where temperature control isn’t needed.
Unlike unreliable "dimmer switch" controllers with non-linear outputs, the Blichmann Power Controller makes maintaining the perfect boil intensity and heating rate easier and comes in 120V or 240V models. Our tried-and-true Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) method controls the percentage of time heaters are energized over short one-second intervals, making the boiling process gentler on your heater, and eliminating electrical noise.
Other key features include:
- Precise linear control of power from 0-100% with a fast-acting power knob.
- Drive up to five heating elements simultaneously with a single Power Controller, using the optional Relay Modules. Please note this is only available for the 240V model.
- Industrial-grade PWM control methodology is reliable, gentle on equipment, and very linear.
- Ideal for boil kettle and BIAB applications where temperature control is not needed but precise power control is.
- Dials in an exact and repeatable boil-off rate to hit the final boil volume for every batch.
- Perfect match for the Blichmann BoilCoil™ electric heater, BoilerMaker Surface™, and other manufacturers' immersion heaters.
- The integral DIN rail groove in the back allows the connection of multiple controllers and relay modules for table or wall mounting.
- Unique enclosure route cables out of the back for table mounting or out of the bottom for wall mounting.
- An integral heat sink keeps the industrial-grade, UL-listed solid-state relay (SSR) cool, extending the controller's life.
- Power Connections: L6-30 (30A 240V) and L5-20 (20A 120V)
- Optional 120V and 240V extension cables and plug adapters are available.
- Assembled in the USA using both domestically sourced and imported parts.
NOTE: This product does not read or control temperature.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Nickel (Metallic), which is known in the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov