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BRAND NEW Connect Controller for the GrainFather!
Connect Control Box brings future automation together with the classic fun of brewing to enhance your brew day. This high level of automation allows you to multitask (or just kick back) while brewing and have alerts inform you of when you're needed again.
For the ultimate Connect brewing experience, sync with the Connect App! (
Available Here for Apple
OR
Available Here for Android
)
Connect Control Box Features:
Control remotely with bluetooth connection to your mobile device
PID algorithm works in conjunction with a triac for more stable heating and so you can control power output
Programmable step mashing
Delayed Heating - wake up to waiting strike water and get brewing!
Easily switch between celsius and fahrenheit
Waterproof graphic display
Adaptable mounting system allows it to be used with any current GrainFather
Can be used with app or manually on the system
App Features:
GrainFather Grain Kit recipes provided in app
Import Beer XML files
Set your own boil temperature (for different altitudes)
Change between celsius and fahrenheit easily
GrainFather calculators provided in app
Check Out the
Full Connect Control Box Instructions HERE!
*Please Note: This item may be drop shipped from vendor
Terrific Upgrade
Have used the original controller unit since I got my Grainfather. This update is night and day better than the original. Not only can you see and do everything from the app, I love the recipe download feature. Everything is easier. Does a much better job at holding temp.
Reviewed by:
Rick Laffler
from United States on 1/2/2019
5
Buy This NOW!!!
A perfect upgrade for the Grainfather. I love this unit and especially the delayed timer and Bluetooth connectivity. Cheers!
Reviewed by:
Shawn Coffin
from on 12/26/2017
5
Must Have Upgrade
This is frankly a must have upgrade for the grainfather. The display is crisp and sharp with a TON of info on it displayed in real time. Tired of that stupid element switch? This takes care of that. Leave it on normal forever now, this deals with all element heating control. The app is spot on perfect. Runs through multiple mash steps flawlessly. Imports recipes either from the web through their website or beersmith. Range on the bluetooth connection is insane. I set my GF up in my kitchen and could monitor it from my ipad in my bedroom over 40ft away and through two walls. Never lost the connection. If you have a grainfather? You need one of these. Be careful though if you did the removal of the ball and spring trick in the ball valve as initiating mash through the app automatically turns on the pump when you press "start mash".
Reviewed by:
Ryan Rupp
from on 4/5/2017
5
Awesome Upgrade
Product exceeds my expectations. Android App is easy to use and imported my BeerSmith recipe without issue. Use “Start Session” option in the App, mash in and relax. No touch until the sparge, controller automatically changes temperatures, at the correct times and holds it for the next step. It even tells you when to heat the sparge water.
Reviewed by:
Justin Baggs
from on 3/30/2017
5
Q:
Can this be added to a T500 grainfather?
Asked by:
Jeff
- 7/17/2020
A:
this can be used on a Grainfather unit, but not on the Turbo500 boiler itself
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Answer provided by:
Aaron (7/18/2020)
Q:
Ola ..vc tem esse controlador em 110V....envia para o Brasil /RJ..?
Asked by:
Andre Luiz da Silva Soares
- 7/14/2020
A:
The controller is wired for 110V. we dont currently have access to the 220V units
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Answer provided by:
Aaron (7/14/2020)
Q:
Is this the latest version?
Asked by:
Grant Summers
- 3/15/2020
A:
The units shipping would be the latest model available through the US vendor for the Grainfather product line
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Answer provided by:
Aaron (3/15/2020)
Q:
hi, this controler is 240v? do you send to israel? thank you
Asked by:
ofer maimon
- 11/26/2017
A:
The connect controller runs on a 120bv Ground plug and does not currently ship as 240V. We can process orders to Israel
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Answer provided by:
Aaron (11/28/2017)
Q:
I received my GF Connect about a month ago, and tried using it for the first time today. It's DOA (doe not power on). What can be done? Thanks so much.
Asked by:
Anton Petrich
- 4/30/2017
A:
Any trouble shooting and request for warranty can be sent to
[email protected]
We would need a quick photo of the serial number on the bottom side of the control unit to work with you from there on any warranty with the vendor
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Answer provided by:
Aaron (5/1/2017)
Q:
Are these in stock in Ann Arbor now?
Asked by:
Kate Weber
- 4/20/2017
A:
The controllers are currently in stock, but would need to confirm with the store if they have a unit on hand on the shelf or if it would need to be transferred from our warehouse location for pick up. The store can be reached at 313-277-2739 Ext 1 to confirm.
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Answer provided by:
Aaron (4/20/2017)
Q:
Any updates on shipping times as it is nearing the end or March?
Asked by:
Tony Gualtieri
- 3/23/2017
A:
Grain Father ran into a production issue that pushed the availability of these back even further than expected. We will be processing orders through the next few weeks as the controllers move into our facility. This may take through Early April depending on where in rotation your order is on the Pre-orders
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Answer provided by:
Aaron (3/23/2017)
Q:
I think that all of us pre-orders that have been subject to delay after delay should get free 2 day shipping? ;)
Asked by:
Frank S
- 3/11/2017
A:
Unfortunately we would not be able to offer this at this time. The items were marked as Pre-Order at the time we had originally listed them. Grain Father and their vendor had provided information on availability to their retailers that proved to be incorrect, resulting in multiple delays. We do understand the frustration in the wait, but we have been int he same boat concerning when the controllers will be in.
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Answer provided by:
Aaron (3/11/2017)
Q:
Anticipation intensifies?
Asked by:
Ryan Rupp
- 3/10/2017
A:
We should have these available for processing within the week. the controllers were just made available be the vendor in the US earlier this week. As soon as the Pre-Orders ship you;ll be updated with tracking information.
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Answer provided by:
Aaron (3/10/2017)
Q:
Grainfather homepage is now showing the controller in stock. Hopefully, delivery from aih will be forthcoming?
Asked by:
Joe Buck
- 3/9/2017
A:
Yes, we should have the Pre-orders shipping soon as the product we just made available to us for ordering in the US
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Aaron (3/10/2017)
Q:
Is there any update to the timeline for shipping to those of us who preordered?
Asked by:
Michael DeMoully
- 3/6/2017
A:
We are still expecting the Mid March time frame to be correct at this point
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Aaron (3/6/2017)
Q:
What a disappointment with the delay in shipping. TBH, I thought by quickly purchasing (and being charged before shipping) on the pre-order that I would have had the unit very close to when they hit the GF store. Now March? Were you promised these units at the time of their US release?
Asked by:
Gary
- 2/8/2017
A:
This has been an ongoing issue we are working on with Grain Father and their distributor within the US. they were listed for general Sale by Grain Father prior to their arrival into the country, and what we were told, ended up to be a different scenario in terms of shipping time frame. the have confirmed the March date will be met for processing of the Pre-Order sales.
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Aaron (2/8/2017)
Q:
Does this unit have to be operated by phone or can it be operated manually?
Asked by:
CLEMENT WOLFE
- 2/8/2017
A:
This unit can be used either way, push button or through Bluetooth control
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Aaron (2/8/2017)
Q:
Early march now? Will any orders make it out in February?
Asked by:
Ryan Rupp
- 2/7/2017
A:
We are expecting our first delivery of the Connect controllers in March
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Answer provided by:
Joe H (2/7/2017)
Q:
Will these start shipping soon?
Asked by:
Paul Topp
- 2/2/2017
A:
These will available within the first 1-2 weeks of February for shipping on Pre-Orders and new orders following the pre-Order fulfillment period
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Aaron (2/2/2017)
Q:
I'm looking to buy the grainfather with the connect controller already installed. Do you know when that will be available? Thanks, Matt
Asked by:
Matt
- 1/23/2017
A:
We should have these available for shipment by the end of the week of 1/27/17
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