Heat Controllers?

[knitmar]

I'm a real newbie.  But I'm curious - after going over hundreds of posts and threads, I don't see any mention of heat controllers, i.e. Geru, Stoker, PitMaster IQ, etc.  What gives?

 

[daveomak]

knitmar, evening and welcome to the forum.....  I used the search bar at the top of the page and entered "guru"....   Lots of hits to search...

http://www.smokingmeatforums.com/newsearch?search=guru

 

[bama bbq]

One reason may be that a lot of guys here have elec smokers and have a built in thermostat.  I have a WSM and I believe I don't need an auto temp controller (ATC) because I find I enjoy controlling the pit myself.  The WSM makes it very easy.  But like Dave said there are a few that do use the ATC(s) here.

 

[knitmar]

Thank you all for good, quick responses.  You are helping me feel more at home on the Forum.

 

[gary s]

Hello, and Welcome from Texas. This is a great site with worlds of information.

Gary