Brawlic

I just bought a ranar style dryer, the smallest one, and am rebuilding it. I just put in new elements and a belt, however I need to know where I an get a temp control unit. It has a belt speed control unit but nothing to control the heat on the elements. Does anyone have any suggestion as what or where I might be able to find what I need?

 

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midwaste

Depending on the wattage of the unit, you can possibly put a rheostat (basically a big dimmer switch) in line with the elements. However, a rheostat that large may cost you big bucks. I know that Intex (the comp i bought my IR panel from) sells rheostats made for controlling flash dryers, but they are pricey.

 

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Brawlic

What is pricey? Also is it easy to assemble and put in or does it require a lot of know how?

 

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midwaste

Pricey is around $200 were the ones I saw. You would need some basic electrical wiring skills. How many watts is your element and what is the voltage?

 

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lilsuz

Brawlic,

Just wanted to comment, Ranar is a really great dryer. That is the namebrand of the first conveyor dryer I've ever used, that was almost 30 years ago, I believe it was their Red Star Dryer. Not sure if that one is still available, but the Co. is still in business, I believe in Los Angelas, CA still. I usually see them at the shows. You may want to call them, they might have the parts you seek.

Cheers,
Suz

 

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Brawlic

Thanks Suze, I will do that.

 

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