How does a maple syrup evaporator pan work?

How does a maple syrup evaporator pan work?

In a continuous flow evaporator, sap is channeled using dividers in the pan so the liquid works its way through the pan until finally becoming syrup (see the section titled THE GRADIENT). When the syrup is ready it is drawn off. A short time later, more of the sap will become syrup and another small batch is drawn off.

How deep should a maple syrup pan be?

about 2 inches deep
General rule of thumb is to keep the sap depth about 2 inches deep. This will keep your pans and syrup safe. Running the pans deeper than 2″ demands more from your fire and it will not boil as hard.

Why do maple syrup pans have dividers?

Regardless of whether the pan has a flat bottom, raised flues or drop flues, the dividers are there to enable “continuous flow boiling”, so you don’t have to make syrup in one big batch. The dividers allow you to draw off syrup little by little.

How can I make my evaporator more efficient?

Any evaporator’s efficiency can be greatly improved by units that capture the heat of the steam being generated, using it to pre-heat or even begin boiling the sap before it enters the evaporator.

How do you use divided maple syrup in a pan?

A Divided Pan allows you to boil for as long as you have sap. If you run out of sap, just shut ‘er down and pick up where you left off when more sap is available. You do not drain the pan until the end of your season. The Divided Flat Pan is reversible.

How much does a maple syrup evaporator cost?

A new 2-by-6-foot evaporator and firebox will cost around $5,000, although used ones can be found. You’ll need firebrick to line your firebox, and don’t forget shipping costs. A 2-by-6-foot rig is quite small by commercial standards. If you intend to produce 1,000 gallons of syrup, you’ll need something larger.

Can you boil maple sap in aluminum?

Pans made out of aluminum would likely present the same problems. During boiling they might warp out of level, causing high spots that could lead to scorching. If you ran your sap deep that might not be as big an issue though.

When should you tap maple trees?

When To Tap Maple Trees Generally the sap starts to flow between mid-February and mid-March. The exact time of year depends upon where you live and weather conditions. Sap flows when daytime temperatures rise above freezing (32 degrees Fahrenheit / 0 Celsius) and nighttime temperatures fall below freezing.

Is maple syrup healthier?

Yes, pure maple syrup is not only high in antioxidants, but every spoonful offers nutrients like riboflavin, zinc, magnesium, calcium and potassium. According to Helen Thomas of the New York State Maple Association, maple syrup has a higher concentration of minerals and antioxidants, yet fewer calories than honey.

What size maple syrup evaporator do I need?

Here’s how we might calculate a starting size: 10 taps x 1 gallon/tap= 30 gallons. Time available to boil sap = 4 hours. Evaporating capacity needed = 30 gallons/4 hours = 7.5 gallons/hour. A 24” x 48” evaporator might be the best choice.

What makes a good evaporator pan for maple syrup?

This means the part of your pan which comes in contact with your syrup retains its beautiful shine throughout the entire fabrication process without need for treatment from unnatural polishing agents. EASY-TO-CLEAN FITTINGS: All draw-off ports and other ports are welded from the inside of the pan rather than from the outside.

Why do some maple syrup pans have dividers?

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What kind of stainless steel is maple syrup boiling pan made of?

18 ga Maple Syrup Boiling Pans. These are great pans and are very robust. They are made from 18 ga 304 stainless steel material which is a little bit thicker than the 20 ga pans we make. They resist dents and dings very well.

How big is a standard maple syrup Pan?

All pans come standard with a 3/4″ npt threaded fitting on the lower corner of one side. ***There is not free shipping to Canada***16″x40″x4″ maple syrup pan.