Originally Posted by
fabmandelux
One problem with using a submerged heating element for distillation is you can get a "bubble" of Methanol vapor surrounding the element, This will allow the element to reach a temp that will MELT the casing of the element and cause a "burn through" that will destroy it. This is why I use an external heat source. Just to much chance of a fire..........
Never thought about that happening, thanks. Something to think about. Thought as long as the element stayed submerged in circulating fluid would be ok (had the pump on).