A friend and I are getting ready to purchase a system so we can run all of our work trucks on biodiesel. Home BioDiesel Kits seem to have a nice turn key system. Has anyone used the product. Does anyone know of a better system? We are looking to make at least 80 gallons at a time.
Thanks.
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shawn woolery:I have had some experience with the blue water pumps that these companies are using. I don't like to admit it but I played with Diesel Secrets junk. My fear is that the pump might spark and cause a fire. the last thing I want is Methanol fire. the same goes with the hot water heaters. Is there a better pump that is specific for chemical use?
I have one and so far no problems at all.
My system will only process 45 gallons at a time (which is fine for my use)
The plasctic is so think on the reactor tank that I can't see any problems with it for some time to come. Plastic is more friendly that steel for expansion and because it is so thick I reckon it will outlast a stainless one.
mumptia:I have one and so far no problems at all. My system will only process 45 gallons at a time (which is fine for my use) The plasctic is so think on the reactor tank that I can't see any problems with it for some time to come. Plastic is more friendly that steel for expansion and because it is so thick I reckon it will outlast a stainless one.
Interesting.
I'll keep an eye on the fittings, but if properly vented, the pressure from the heat reaction should not play a factor in the plastic tubss integrity at all correct?
ebztz:Even as a reseller of Biodiesel production equipment, my most common advice is "build your own." It's simple to do and substantially less expensive. Regardless of your fabricating skill-level, you should be able to build a safe, consistent system - and you'll learn a lot more (this is critical in your long-term production success).
Where would I find decent plans to build my own?
biodiesel_4_me:Where would I find decent plans to build my own?
SHAWN
I HAD LOOKED AT THE HOME BIO PROCESSORS AS WELL. . WHEN I COMPARED THEM TO EVOLUTION BIO PROCESSORS, THEY WERE VERY VERY CLOSE AND ALOT LESS MONEY. THE BASIC DEFFERENCE IS IN THE WASH PROCESS HOME USES ( A DRY WASH SYSTEM, AND EVOLUTION WASH'S W/ WATER )
If looking at those you should consider the processor I sell. Same tanks, same pumps, movable pump on stainless steel stand, clean design, and easy to work with. All at a reasonable price. ($1600)
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40 Gallon 2 Tank Biodiesel Processors, Well built, Easy to use, Quality parts. www.revolution-biodiesel.com ! Running B100 in my truck: Ford 2005 F-350 Ext Cab 4" lift 35" Mickey Thompsons
I've been shopping for awhile now and so far I am learning towards http://www.allamericanbiofuels.com/ According to my research, most home systems are between $1500 - $4000 for a single pump processor. All American is around $1300 for a dual pump and multifilitering system.
That's my $0.02.
Craig
I took a look at that All American site and the first thing I noticed was the use of PVC. I have been making bd for about four years and have had PVC fail whenever I used it for bd an/or methoxide. I don't have too much of a problem with the use of plastic tanks as long as the heater is outside the tank.
You can put together a very good system for around $500 when you use 55 gallon drums. Lots of that type around making good bd. When ever someone asks me about getting started in bd, my first question is "do you have a supply of good oil".
Ive never had a problem with pvc in the last 3 years BUT my pvc is not on the bottom of my tanks so it may be why? I wouldnt think a blue pump would hold up to a methanol and lye mixture directly used for mixing. Anyone tried that? I thought I read somewhere it did not.