PID Controller for MES 35

[Bigpapifunk]

Could someone suggest a good PID Controller for my MES35? This is my first electric smoker as all I have used for 16 years is Weber Bullet and my UDS. I am looking for something that is basically plug and play. I see a lot about building your own and a lot of technical talk, but being I know nothing about the internal components, I was looking for ease of use to get a consistent temp. Thanks.

 

[smokerjim]

check out tallbm post on this in the search window, installing pid controller. it's a great step by step, other then that I know nothing about them so I won't be much help.

 

[JC in GB]

There are a few good products out there that would get the job done. BBQ Guru, Auber, Fireboard. They are good products but I find the price tag a bit high for controlling an entry level smoker. That said, I am very close to marketing a low cost PID controller for MES or other smokers. It is a simple unit that only controls temperature. No bells and whistles. I will be looking for a few forum members to test and evaluate my prototype units. I will be setting up a dedicated thread once I get prototypes ready to deliver.

JC

 

[Bigpapifunk]

There are a few good products out there that would get the job done. BBQ Guru, Auber, Fireboard. They are good products but I find the price tag a bit high for controlling an entry level smoker. That said, I am very close to marketing a low cost PID controller for MES or other smokers. It is a simple unit that only controls temperature. No bells and whistles. I will be looking for a few forum members to test and evaluate my prototype units. I will be setting up a dedicated thread once I get prototypes ready to deliver.

JC

Thanks for the reply. I am not looking for bells and whistles, just something that I can control the temp with that is easy to use. I would be willing to try one out and give you some feedback.

 

[natelive]

I got this Used MES on CL for $20 and sure enough the controller is not working properly. I read on a few forums that this is a common problem and that even with a replacement controller it is bound to happen. I have made a fermentation controller for homebrewing before and though about making a PID controller for it and just wiring the element to the PID. Has anyone done this before? Anything i should consider before doing this?
Kodi nox

 

[SecondHandSmoker]

I got this Used MES on CL for $20 and sure enough the controller is not working properly. I read on a few forums that this is a common problem and that even with a replacement controller it is bound to happen. I have made a fermentation controller for homebrewing before and though about making a PID controller for it and just wiring the element to the PID. Has anyone done this before? Anything i should consider before doing this?

MES Rewire Simple Guide - No Back Removal Needed!!!

Lately I've seen a number of posts about guys wanting to rewire their MES. I had wanted to post a quick and simple guide for those out there that are curious or those that simply need to rewire but need a little assistance. Well here goes. Disclaimer: When messing with electrical equipment...

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[tanglefoot]

a simple unit that only controls temperature. No bells and whistles.

Now THAT is a "million dollar idea"!!!!

 

[chopsaw]

I think the MES 35 is analog . If it is the re wire is not needed .
If it's a digital model then the re wire needs to be done .

 

[gary s]

Stick Burner here so no help

Gary