Burners and Propane

[GilesTH]

I do own my own place, but I don't really have somewhere to add a 220v outlet (though I can buy all of the connectors I'd need from the place where I work). I just don't have the availability in my condo.

And I could probably get away with the larger propane tanks without getting in trouble. The fire department is in charge of enforcing the ordinance, and they take an "education" approach rather than hard-line "enforcement" approach. It's the HOA that concerns me more than anything.

On the other hand, I can only get in trouble if I get caught while USING the the burner. Plenty of other residents have full size grills sitting on their balconies and patios. They just don't use them very often.

I do like the idea of 2 120v heaters. I'll have to check electrical systems out and see where I can go from there.

[mtyquinn]

Sounds like electric would be the way to go. I doubt the small cans of propane would be worth your while.

[GilesTH]

Sounds like electric would be the way to go. I doubt the small cans of propane would be worth your while.

That's kinda what I'm thinking.

[Ozwald]

I'll agree. As long as you can run a cord to 2 different circuits, which shouldn't be too hard, a pair of heat sticks would still be a tad quicker & way cheaper than stovetop brewing. If you had a little to spend on the pumps the 2 vessel brewtus 2.0 system would also be really space efficient too. I know if I went electric, I sure as hell wouldn't be standing on the back porch in -10 degree weather. Or a light drizzle & a slight breeze for that matter

[EagleDude]

As I look into fire codes, I'm learning that it is illegal for me to use propane tanks that contain more than 2 lbs. of propane because I live in a multifamily home, and I guess "standard" size tanks pose a fire hazard.

That is just un-american to make and enforce a law that prevents people from Barbequing ...

[GilesTH]

As I look into fire codes, I'm learning that it is illegal for me to use propane tanks that contain more than 2 lbs. of propane because I live in a multifamily home, and I guess "standard" size tanks pose a fire hazard.

That is just un-american to make and enforce a law that prevents people from Barbequing ...

Well... you can still barbeque, but you have to do it with the small tanks. And the research I've found says it's part of the international fire and safety code, adopted by the city where I live. Which is still REALLY lame. Damn UN

[Joe Homebrewer]

As I look into fire codes, I'm learning that it is illegal for me to use propane tanks that contain more than 2 lbs. of propane because I live in a multifamily home, and I guess "standard" size tanks pose a fire hazard.

That is just un-american to make and enforce a law that prevents people from Barbequing ...

Well... you can still barbeque, but you have to do it with the small tanks. And the research I've found says it's part of the international fire and safety code, adopted by the city where I live. Which is still REALLY lame. Damn UN

Giles, im pretty sure most municipalities have adopted these same fire codes, however i do see many grills operating of of these tanks. If your own condo complex has folks running them you should be fine. If your neighbors look at you like your cooking methamphetamine on your porch i suggest inviting them In for a beer and educate them on what the big soup pot on your porch is all about. And be fire safe when brewing.

[Drezden]

Brew smaller batches. Don't get hung up on the 5 gallon batch size. 2 or 3 gallons at a time will allow you to brew more often, takes up less space and equipment costs are lower. 2 1/2 gallon kegs are out there so you can fill the keg without doing a double brew day.