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Hello Community esp. Graywolf;
I need your counsel & experience. This site comes highly recommended by some folks i trust. We excel in an environment where there is no such thing as a dumb question, except for the one not asked...
With that said, i have started my build with a 110g 1.5" dewaxing column, the rig was purchased as part of an open blasting system. It was strongly suggested that i read up on "open blasting" which i did, including the horror stories of folks blowing themselves up. After two weeks of reading and study i made my first attempt. I had a few problems but was eventually successful in generating about 7g worth of extract.
I purged in a 7gal BVV chamber at full vac for 24hr at 109 degrees. All was good in the bud world. However i will NOT be doing open blasting in the future. This was simply a baseline event. I am now moving towards CLP-Passive process.
The first question i have is regarding the quality of BVV equipment. After several weeks of reading BVV seems to be the US based favorite for those of us that are not coming from the professional angle. I was told to stay away from HFS (China) or hobbyist grade; as a general rule. Emerald Gold and Glacier Tanks were also given as valued sources.
The next question is should i buy a kit or piece part it?
I am a Computer Engineer so a Frankenstein using the best of the best is not out of the question as long as i understand the reason for its' use.
Thanks in advance for your time and advice.
The next question is should i buy a kit or piece part it?
I am a Computer Engineer so a Frankenstein using the best of the best is not out of the question as long as i understand the reason for its' use.
Go on there site and go through all there pre built extractors learn what parts are on it and what they are.. I advise keeping it simple but if your willing to piece one together you can save thousands even on a smaller set up compared to there pre built units.. when sizing your collection pot to your column make sure you have 3 column volumes of space at only 80% capacity on your collection pot. You’ll notice they only size there’s for 2 column volumes.
Use only high pressure clamps
Get an immersion circulator for your hot water bath recovery
Get an 8’ solvent hose from your recovery tank to your extractor you’ll thank your self later
Oh and always build a bigger collection pot then you need because you can easily just add different column to it down the road it’s much easier then building another unit a few months down the road
I would never use 4” shoulda went with 6” I know it’s more but it’s worth it .. and That’s not a storage tank it’s a work recovery tank it’s not safe to store butane in there long term get one of these
Don’t bother with this.. you want a sight glass going into your collection pot like on the lid View attachment 814636
BTW... what are the dimensions of this tank?
Approx. how long to chill for recovery process?
Warming will not be an issue here, just have to keep it out of the sun, like me (it was only 103f today). I like this because i can store it in the shed without worry. Thanks Again..
Roger that on the tank! Will certainly make that purchase. Now on wish list.
i don't intend to do any thing larger than a QP run. I am only doing this to support two me and the Mrs'.
Yournover thinking things pretend you never saw that random sticker that says 400 psi it means nothing to what your doingI do have question regarding this 30 lb tank. Say i take it to my local pixair dealer and have them fill it half full. If i get rid of the 6x6 how do i control how much solvent is run through the material column? I understand and agree that it is unsafe for long term storage. Another question. I see a label that says it is at 400 psi. don't i need another set of controls tame that beast or run the risk of a blow-out?
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Please let me know if any of this is trash or not needed as i still have a return window.
I would honestly cancel your order and start over.. make sure you understand what every part is and how it functions before you commit to buying it.. study a bunch of different extractors to see how they function and with what parts.. I wouldn’t rush into it
You got way to much going on there that doesn’t need to be there.. and that 4” stuff is going to keep co you in the ass down the road I’m willing to put money on it that you will regret getting the 4” stuff.. anyway enjoy your new extractor and be safe.. also aight glasses are a waste of money unless there on the lidDabarino; Hey man thanks for all of the help. By the time i got your post, i had pretty much decided to do just as you suggested. I got all of the stuff in then test fitted each and every piece for placement & fit. Then i sent the rest back. I sent back all of the 6" stuff, ordered all high pressure clamps (still waiting on 2 more and the 2 sight glasses). I also ordered 1 #30 and will probably order a second (one room temp the other on DI awaiting recovery) the pair were cheaper than the 6" recovery tank, lid, gasket ^ HP clamp.
With the exception of the lower -30-0-150 gauge (i dropped the tank on it... ) and the sight glasses (back-ordered). I decided to stay with the 4' rig while learning. Plus i like the idea of my extract going into the shallow splatter platter. I'm thinking i might actually be able to get a "pour" from a run and then use the scrape for goodies, etc.
To me this should function exactly like the reply that had a flat lid with 2 ports (one for gauge and another for valve/sight-glass/JIC). Mine just has it all on the one port and it is domed. I have two bungie cords to lash the entire thing (including a towel around the tank) to a fence post. With bottom submerged in DI/91% Alcohol). The braided hose is 10ft.
Here is Frankie with most of his pieces:
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You got way to much going on there that doesn’t need to be there.. and that 4” stuff is going to keep co you in the ass down the road I’m willing to put money on it that you will regret getting the 4” stuff.. anyway enjoy your new extractor and be safe.. also aight glasses are a waste of money unless there on the lid
Did you add the volume of that random y pipe you put on the top of your extractor into your calculations
Understood. Extra volume means warm/wasted gas. Which defeats the chilling of column/material and dry ice (or at least raises the operating temp what may free up waxes, etc.); I changed it out. I found a 3" tall column with 2 1/4" ports (however it is back-ordered but purchased). I let the extra small sight glasses go as well. I left the big one after the dump valve so i could see when the flow stops.
As Always;
Thanks for your help.
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