Cooling System for Reflux Column and Condenser .....by Elricko

 

Modified Setup

Why It Works

Costs

Pump, Via Aqua 2300 609 GPH - Ebay $19.95

Hoses, clamps, and fittings – Home Depot $10.00

Hose Splitters 2@ $2 – Home Depot $4.00

Cooler – WalMart $12.00

Wort Chiller – If you buy one of these they cost $60, but I made mine for less than $20 (the main cost is the price of copper, I built mine a few years ago)

For instructions on how to build one: http://www.allaboutbeer.com/homebrew/equip/chiller.html

Total One Time Cost - $66.00
Here is how a buddy of mine sets up his cooling system.  He tosses ice in with his wort chiller when it gets warm.  A bit different from mine but it works.