Masterbuilt Slow & Cold Smoke Generator Question

[BandCollector]

That's the original chip tray .
My Auber is adjusted / fine tuned to hold a steady blinking light . So in theory it's constant heat at the element . So I'm thinking that helps .

Please pardon my ignorance. . .When you say your Auber is adjusted, you are referring to a PID Contriller, Correct?
I haven't ordered mine yet but I like this technique.

John

 

[chopsaw]

When you say your Auber is adjusted, you are referring to a PID Contriller, Correct?

Yes . I have the Auber 1510 ELPM . I use the multi use probes .
I have posted a method of tuning each value one at a time to get it to a steady on - off blink of power to the element . Mine hold within one degree ( it's reaches temp and stays there ) , but I'll say one degree . Does it need that ? No . A stock MES can swing up and down 30 degrees , but the ability is there with the Aubers , so why not ?
I still use a mailbox for lower temp smokes . Mine is galvanized . It's not a worry for me , but certainly support opinions of those who choose not to .
The Auber controller and the insulated box on an MES are a perfect match .

When I burn the wood chunks , I leave the mailbox setup attached , so the intake air is drawn thru the mailbox . It was really a happy accident , that I improved on once I saw it was possible .

 

[Bucksnort1]

Since I cannot find a non galvanized mail box (except for the expensive cast aluminum ones) I am thinking of purchasing the Slow & Cold Smoker Accessory Attachment made by Masterbuilt for my MES 30" smoker. OR, another brand that would work better.

To those of you who have one and experience with them can you share your likes and dislikes?

Thanks,

John

I bought a cold smoker attachment for a new Masterbuilt digital smoker just last week. The cold smoker came with one 6 inch J-bolt that goes into the round hole on the bigger smoker and latches onto the end of the column. But the cold smoker rotates out of position with only that one bolt. I'm searching for a second J-bolt, since the plate inside the cold smoker does have two holes. Did anyone find a better solution? Thanks.

 

[MJB05615]

I bought a cold smoker attachment for a new Masterbuilt digital smoker just last week. The cold smoker came with one 6 inch J-bolt that goes into the round hole on the bigger smoker and latches onto the end of the column. But the cold smoker rotates out of position with only that one bolt. I'm searching for a second J-bolt, since the plate inside the cold smoker does have two holes. Did anyone find a better solution? Thanks.

I've used the Masterbuilt Cold Smoke attachment for years and have dealt with the 1 J bolt issue. I was able to put a few wood slats under the Cold Smoker feet and adjusted it so it doesn't move too much. That's the only issue I've had with that.

 

[Bucksnort1]

I've used the Masterbuilt Cold Smoke attachment for years and have dealt with the 1 J bolt issue. I was able to put a few wood slats under the Cold Smoker feet and adjusted it so it doesn't move too much. That's the only issue I've had with that.

Thanks. I have legs on the big smoker, so the cold smoker is a foot and a half off the deck. The smoke still goes into the main smoker when the cold smoker rotates, but it seems like an odd arrangement.

 

[MJB05615]

Thanks. I have legs on the big smoker, so the cold smoker is a foot and a half off the deck. The smoke still goes into the main smoker when the cold smoker rotates, but it seems like an odd arrangement.

I see. Not only an odd arrangement, but it gets tiresome as I have to adjust it for each cook. Not the end of the World as it does generate a lot of smoke.