A-MAZE-N Expanding Tube Pellet Smoker preview

[diggingdogfarm]

Are the ferrule rings on the ends of this model stainless steel?
I've had some issues with the ones on the current models.

 

[crankybuzzard]

Todd can answer for sure, but I would be willing to bet that they are. If not, someone did a killer polish job on them.

 

[cmayna]

Just put a magnet to it.  If it doesn't stick, odds are it's SS.

 

[cars]

 
Just put a magnet to it.  If it doesn't stick, odds are it's SS.

Some stainless alloy's are magnetic.  It is the presence of the chromium that provides stainless steel with the ability to repel permanent stains and keep looking fresh and clean over long periods of time. The chromium essentially creates a protective layer on the alloy that prevents rusting and makes the metal resistant to any real damage. Any scratches to the surface are simply filled in by this protective layer, making it possible to prevent corrosion to occur. It is the introduction of chromium into the mix that we refer to as stainless steel that makes it possible for the alloy to exhibit magnetic properties.

 

[crankybuzzard]

 
Just put a magnet to it.  If it doesn't stick, odds are it's SS.

Well, that depends upon the stainless steel.  Some SS is ferritic and a magnet will cling.

 

[bdskelly]

LOL... Buzz you're making my head spin. Ferritic smoking and such....

 

[cmayna]

I just put a very small magnet against one of my AMNTS end caps and it does stick but very weak.  So as mentioned above it might be ferritic (whatever that is).  I applied a large magnet and though it kind of sticks the weight of the magnet is too strong and falls off.   Hmmmm wonder if the caps are weldable? 

 

[cars]

 
...  Hmmmm wonder if the caps are weldable? 

Stainless is easily welded.  You can even use regular mild steel wire or rod but the weld will rust.

 

[crankybuzzard]

 
Stainless is easily welded.  You can even use regular mild steel wire or rod but the weld will rust.

Yep, you can weld it just like Cars said.  Rust shouldn't be a problem if you rub the cleaned weld with some veggie oil, and then burn a tube of pellets.  It'll kind of cure the weld with a coating, like the inside of a smoker.  Then, subsequent burns will coat it even more with smoke residue.

 

[crankybuzzard]

 
LOL... Buzz you're making my head spin. Ferritic smoking and such....

First time I've used ferritic in a LONG TIME!

Ferritic means that the SS has med-hi chromium and almost no nickle left in it, along with some carbon,  Not quite ferrous, but close enough to be a magnet attractor.

 

[cmayna]

So let's see,,,,,,,,while I'm out by the shop smoking some lingcod this Sunday,  wake up the welder and have some fun?  OK

 

[dirtsailor2003]

 
Stainless is easily welded.  You can even use regular mild steel wire or rod but the weld will rust.

When I had my charter boat, I had all new stainless safety rails made for my boat. The shop didn't use stainless rod and got to build it again. The boss wasn't very happy with his crew. $15,000 mistake...

 

[badgerbbq]

Can you use any kind of pellets in them or only his

 

[cmayna]

If you have had success keeping other brand pellets smoking in other applications, then I'm sure they will work just fine in  his devices. I personally use his pellets because they are made from 100% flavor wood with no added fillers, binders or oils, meaning if you order apple, you get 100% apple wood in the pellets.  You should consider ordering a small bag to try if you are planning on ordering one of his smokers.

 

[gary s]

Todd and his products are great, he stands behind everything he sells. I personally wouldn't use any other pellets. He also is a member and sponsor on this site.

Now if you have a stock pile of pellets, I wouldn't throw them out, try em and see.

Gary

 

[onneeye]

So when will it be available?

 

[bdskelly]

 
So when will it be available?

Howdy.

They are shipping the unit now.  I just received mine last week.  

I have an opinion on pellets. I believe those that I buy from Todd are far superior than those that I have in the past bought from my local sporting goods store.  Yes these other brand pellets were slightly less expensive. BUT I believe the flavor was not as good and they didn't burn as clean. 

In addition Todd has been most helpful in educating me about smoking with his units. By far his company provides better service. 

Just my 2 cents worth.

B

 

[crankybuzzard]

Howdy.
They are shipping the unit now.  I just received mine last week.  
I have an opinion on pellets. I believe those that I buy from Todd are far superior than those that I have in the past bought from my local sporting goods store.  Yes these other brand pellets were slightly less expensive. BUT I believe the flavor was not as good and they didn't burn as clean. 
In addition Todd has been most helpful in educating me about smoking with his units. By far his company provides better service. 
Just my 2 cents worth.
B

Can I get an amen? :77:

 

[gary s]

Amen !!!!

 

[badgerbbq]

Thanks for all the info guys. I am gonna order in a few and will only use his pellets after talking with you all


Thanks