My new cave

[shaneb]

Yes, I'll try and post some photos when I'm done. It might be a few weeks away.

As you've experienced many grades of stainless steel will not be happy in salty moist conditions. At work we use many grades of stainless steel (some for very high temperatures > 800°C), but I also use stainless steel with demineralised water. The minimum grade of stainless steel I'd use is 316. You can possibly get away with 304L though. I'm guessing that what stores generally call "stainless steel" is not one of these grades.

Shane

[Danbo]

I know... I have a couple of vats that does not like boiling brine... Annoying...

:-) Danbo

[scasnerkay]

Danbo - You mentioned that it is a Siemens refrigerator - possibly not available in the USA. But what is the product number?

[Danbo]

Hi Susan,

The model is no longer being produced but I guess that KS36VNW30 is the product (still being sold) that comes closest regarding specs. I'm using an external digital temperature control.

:-) Danbo

[KenK2]

Very cool!  What do you do for humidity?  I was looking into a setup like yours here at my shop however was told I needed 85% humidity..  Thx for any info!

Ken

[Danbo]

Thank you KenK2. :-)

Actually I'm doing nothing at the moment regarding humidity - just watching that it is OK. I'm having around 80% and that seems fine.

If I need higher humidity my plan is to place a water filled dish at the top shelve right in front of the fan. Maybe I'll even hang a damp cloth (in contact with the water) in front of the fan if needed.

On the other hand if I need to lower the humidity I will place an absorbant bag (not chemical) in front of the fan and see if that works.

Perfect-cheese.com also has some solutions to control humidity - take a look at the site.

:-) Danbo

[Al Lewis]

Very nice cave!!

[Danbo]

Thanks Al. :-)