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Anova..what vessel do you use?

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Mike_the_BBQ_Fanatic
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Just settled on an Anova...looks like there is a 3 week wait...I found a pretty good size cambro container on Amazon for 23 bucks but its another 17 to ship...wondering what others are using as a vessel?
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  • Skiddymarker
    Skiddymarker Posts: 8,522
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    You can grab some cheap stock pots, need to be 8" depth for the Anova. The ultra cheap aluminum stock pots would never do for actual cooking on a range top or burner, but work fine for sous vide.I also bungie a towel around the pot to help retain the heat. 

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  • TFols
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    Mike_the_BBQ_Fanatic said:

    Just settled on an Anova...looks like there is a 3 week wait...I found a pretty good size cambro container on Amazon for 23 bucks but its another 17 to ship...wondering what others are using as a vessel?

    Try foodservicewearhouse.com. I ordered that same cambro container that amazon has but the shipping was $8. Just got it yesterday, it's still in the box.

    Bloomfield, NJ
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  • TFols
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    Did this a couple times but was nervous about the unit falling over not being clamped to anything.
    Bloomfield, NJ
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  • SmokeyPitt
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    What about using a cooler?  The max clamp opening is 1.25 inches. Seems like it would fit over the edge of a thinner (cheap) cooler.

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  • yzzi
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    TFols said:

    Did this a couple times but was nervous about the unit falling over not being clamped to anything.

    Let's see some more pictures of that countertop
    Dunedin, FL
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  • Mike_the_BBQ_Fanatic
    Mike_the_BBQ_Fanatic Posts: 700
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    Good feedback. ..do you guys find that your containers sweat quite a bit? I saw a video on YouTube where a dude wraps his in a blanket like you might find in a sunshade then nests his vessel into a bigger unit...
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  • Mike_the_BBQ_Fanatic
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    TFols said:

    Did this a couple times but was nervous about the unit falling over not being clamped to anything.

    I don't trust my luck doing it this way...I have two kids and I think I would be asking for toouble
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  • Mike_the_BBQ_Fanatic
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    SmokeyPitt said:

    What about using a cooler?  The max clamp opening is 1.25 inches. Seems like it would fit over the edge of a thinner (cheap) cooler.

    I have a cooler I use for ftc but it's a bit small...I was going to hunt for a new one this spring...so I thought about using my old one...any concern getting that plastic that warm? I saw some pics where a few folks cut a hole right in the top...
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  • Little Steven
    Little Steven Posts: 28,817
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    I use a really big stockpot if I'm doing a lot, a smaller stockpot if just doing a few pieces. I need something else to store like a hole in the head.

    Steve 

    Caledon, ON

     

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  • Mike_the_BBQ_Fanatic
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    TFols said:

    Mike_the_BBQ_Fanatic said:

    Just settled on an Anova...looks like there is a 3 week wait...I found a pretty good size cambro container on Amazon for 23 bucks but its another 17 to ship...wondering what others are using as a vessel?

    Try foodservicewearhouse.com. I ordered that same cambro container that amazon has but the shipping was $8. Just got it yesterday, it's still in the box.

    Good call...unit was 3 bucks cheaper too...I can get the box and lid cheaper then just the box on amazon...
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  • Mike_the_BBQ_Fanatic
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    Little Steven said:

    I use a really big stockpot if I'm doing a lot, a smaller stockpot if just doing a few pieces. I need something else to store like a hole in the head.

    I hear you there...
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  • BOWHUNR
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    Mike_the_BBQ_Fanatic said:
    Just settled on an Anova...looks like there is a 3 week wait...I found a pretty good size cambro container on Amazon for 23 bucks but its another 17 to ship...wondering what others are using as a vessel?
    Try foodservicewearhouse.com. I ordered that same cambro container that amazon has but the shipping was $8. Just got it yesterday, it's still in the box.
    Good call...unit was 3 bucks cheaper too...I can get the box and lid cheaper then just the box on amazon...
    Which one did you order Mike?  I need to do something for my Anova as well.  The stock pot I've been using is tall enough, but will not hold a lot volume wise.

    Mike

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  • Mike_the_BBQ_Fanatic
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    I haven't pulled the trigger yet...but I am thinking these...
    Cambro (12189CW135) - 4.75 Gal Polycarbonate Food Storage Boxes - Camwear http://www.foodservicewarehouse.com/cambro/12189cw135/p9982.aspx

    And the lid
    Cambro (1218CCW135) - Half-Size Flat Lid for Food Box - Camwear

    http://www.foodservicewarehouse.com/cambro/1218ccw135/p1454647.aspx
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  • Mike_the_BBQ_Fanatic
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    Btw...looks like a little modification might be necessary to clear the lip and to the lid if you want max effectiveness. ..check this out starting at about 5:30
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  • yogi84
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    i use an igloo "playmate" cooler
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  • NDG
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    I just watched the Anova video on their website - looks awesome!  I always thought of a sous-vide setup as an aquarium with a clunky machine attached with confusing buttons.  This thing looks pretty easy and only $199 . . . hmmmmm 

    Columbus, OH

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  • Mike_the_BBQ_Fanatic
    Mike_the_BBQ_Fanatic Posts: 700
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    I looked at lot of units... and I must admit the idea of building my own was tempting, but in the end I decided on the anova. . The three week wait is gonna suck (sounds like they are behind after the holidays)...but it gives me time to do more research and get my plan together... I'm considering cold smoking some steaks with the amazin first then sous vide then a sear at the end...Also looking forward to the veggies with the anova...
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    edited January 2014
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