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raymillsus

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PID with Wifi
« on: September 21, 2017, 01:28:08 PM »
Can anyone recommend a PID with WIFi built in? I think if I am going the route of adding a PID when I get my #3 one with Wifi that I can monitor via an App from anywhere would be nice. My ideal situation is to be able to monitor it and control it during long smokes from other places than home. 
-Ray
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Re: PID with Wifi
« Reply #1 on: September 21, 2017, 02:11:00 PM »
Check out this thread.  I believe they can be purchased as well.

http://smokinitforums.com/index.php?topic=2765.0
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Re: PID with Wifi
« Reply #2 on: September 21, 2017, 03:51:01 PM »
That is awesome thanks, but way beyond my skills. I did not see in the long thread how much for his setup. Looks like what I would want.
-Ray
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Re: PID with Wifi
« Reply #3 on: September 21, 2017, 04:05:56 PM »
Google Heatmeter PID.  I thought that I had seen them offered retail before.
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Re: PID with Wifi
« Reply #4 on: September 21, 2017, 05:08:31 PM »
Tman has some for sale.
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raymillsus

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Re: PID with Wifi
« Reply #5 on: September 22, 2017, 01:04:48 PM »
Tman has some for sale.


Any idea how much they were? I am about to pull the trigger on a #3 Wondering if I should wait.
-Ray
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Re: PID with Wifi
« Reply #6 on: September 22, 2017, 01:55:57 PM »
Tman has some for sale.

Any idea how much they were? I am about to pull the trigger on a #3 Wondering if I should wait.
I wouldn't wait.  The smoker functions great without all the bells and whistles and can always be added.
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Re: PID with Wifi
« Reply #7 on: September 23, 2017, 06:45:04 AM »
I agree with Dave. Get it and start enjoying some great smoked meats. While I have a #2 with a separate Auber PID, I rarely use the Auber. It is a real pleasure to just set the temp and let the #2 do the work.
David from Roswell,GA. My tools currently include the SI #2 with an Auber, Grill Dome, Solaire 27", Holland Grill (Companion) & Weber (Smokey Joe). The Companion & SJ are primarily used for tailgating.

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Re: PID with Wifi
« Reply #8 on: September 23, 2017, 04:14:58 PM »
Now that you've ordered your #3, if you don't already own a wired thermometer (you probably do), consider purchasing a Maverick or Thermopro and dropping the wires down the top hole. They are bluetooth, and are what most of us use with the analog controller. If you want multiple probes, Wifi, and an app to control and graph your cooks, you can splurge on something like Fireboard or Tappecue. (Awesome) There are a lot of other similar options out there too. After a few smokes, you might find you don't really need the Auber or Heatermeter precision for box temp. But if you do, you can always add it later. It's a personal preference. There are only a few situations in my mind, like cold smoking, etc., where that kind of precision would be very helpful. I can successfully small scale cold smoke without it though.
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Re: PID with Wifi
« Reply #10 on: November 06, 2017, 05:47:28 PM »
Now that you've ordered your #3, if you don't already own a wired thermometer (you probably do), consider purchasing a Maverick or Thermopro and dropping the wires down the top hole. They are bluetooth, and are what most of us use with the analog controller. If you want multiple probes, Wifi, and an app to control and graph your cooks, you can splurge on something like Fireboard or Tappecue. (Awesome) There are a lot of other similar options out there too. After a few smokes, you might find you don't really need the Auber or Heatermeter precision for box temp. But if you do, you can always add it later. It's a personal preference. There are only a few situations in my mind, like cold smoking, etc., where that kind of precision would be very helpful. I can successfully small scale cold smoke without it though.

I do have the Maverick. Been using it for years. Wish it had more inputs but all in all a good unit.
-Ray
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Re: PID with Wifi
« Reply #11 on: April 06, 2018, 09:06:01 PM »
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Re: PID with Wifi
« Reply #12 on: April 06, 2018, 10:57:54 PM »
Looks like a sweet setup, I already have two Aubers PID's or it would certainly be something I would seriously look at.
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Re: PID with Wifi
« Reply #13 on: April 06, 2018, 11:31:19 PM »
Two meat probes built in is nice.  But the instructions for auto-tune are poorly written. Why they use a rice cooker for an example is beyond my capacity to comprehend.
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Re: PID with Wifi
« Reply #14 on: April 08, 2018, 07:50:46 PM »
Two meat probes built in is nice.  But the instructions for auto-tune are poorly written. Why they use a rice cooker for an example is beyond my capacity to comprehend.
LOL, good catch - nothing like a well written Tech Manual :-)

I have a few bike mods/repairs slated for the next few months - if they go under budget (does this ever happen?), I'll think about getting this one or building up one of those HeatMeters .... we'll see.

Thanks for the replies!
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