Author Topic: Major Product Release! Model 2D & 3D - Integrated PID Digital Smoker  (Read 48594 times)

DivotMaker

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Well gang, it's been nearly 2 years since I tested our first try at a digital smoker.  That controller was a failure!  But, we've worked hard, since then, to produce a digital smoker worthy of the Smokin-It standard!

We are proud to announce production of the Model 2D and Model 3D smokers, with an integrated Auber PID controller!  I will be testing one very soon, and they will probably be available on the website this weekend. 

This will be available as an option on the Model 2 and 3 smokers, and will soon be standard on the Model 4.  This is the current GPH-series controller, so it has a permanent probe, and the pre-programmed recipe features. 

This will be the "most accurate" digital smoker available, anywhere!  We realized that harnessing the power of the Auber PID with the strength of the SI, in one package, was the best way to go!  There were lots of design hurdles to overcome, but we did it!

I will be giving a full review, as soon as I get my hands on one (soon), and look forward to your input and comments!

The Future of smoking is HERE!

Special "Introductory" pricing:

Model 2D     $599.99     
(Regular price $628.99)  Available Now!

Model 3D     $699.99     (Regular price $734.99) Available Now!
« Last Edit: December 06, 2015, 09:13:12 AM by DivotMaker »
Tony from NW Arkansas
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Re: Major Product Release! Model 2D & 3D - Integrated PID Digital Smoker
« Reply #1 on: December 02, 2015, 09:08:40 PM »
Looks like a very neat installation. Happy that Steve has chosen to go with the proven reliability of the Auber product-why reinvent the wheel.
« Last Edit: December 03, 2015, 06:41:43 PM by DivotMaker »
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Re: Major Product Release! Model 2D & 3D - Integrated PID Digital Smoker
« Reply #2 on: December 02, 2015, 09:13:40 PM »
Exactly, Roger!  When the first model was designed and tested, we didn't have much experience with the Auber yet.  As time developed, we kept leaning that direction.  I think this is going to be big, in the world of "commercial-grade" smokers.  Accurate, and dependable!
« Last Edit: December 03, 2015, 06:42:02 PM by DivotMaker »
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Re: Major Product Release! Model 2D & 3D - Integrated PID Digital Smoker
« Reply #3 on: December 02, 2015, 10:09:46 PM »
Tony, would older units be able to be retrofitted with the new controllers?

Also, it looks like you didn't have sway on the probe placement. 
« Last Edit: December 03, 2015, 06:42:17 PM by DivotMaker »
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Re: Major Product Release! Model 2D & 3D - Integrated PID Digital Smoker
« Reply #4 on: December 02, 2015, 10:54:08 PM »
Tony, would older units be able to be retrofitted with the new controllers?

Also, it looks like you didn't have sway on the probe placement.

We're working on a retrofit, Dave. It requires a new flat top and addition of a heat sink for the control unit, so I'm not sure when it will be available.  It appears the initial batch has a probe placement lower than specified, so we'll be working on that, too.  This is a "work in progress," but we've made a big stride with this release!  I'm sure there will be a few mods as we progress.  Uncharted waters here!
« Last Edit: December 03, 2015, 06:42:31 PM by DivotMaker »
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Re: Major Product Release! Model 2D & 3D - Integrated PID Digital Smoker
« Reply #5 on: December 02, 2015, 11:01:14 PM »
Tony, would older units be able to be retrofitted with the new controllers?

Also, it looks like you didn't have sway on the probe placement. 

I was wondering about the probe placement too since we have been telling everyone to put them 1" from the roof of the smoker.

Where this is, it looks like it could cause problems with meat placement.

I'm looking forward to the reviews.

I have long thought that finding a way to build the Auber PID into the SI would be the way to go. Way better than the Cook Shack option.
« Last Edit: December 03, 2015, 06:42:47 PM by DivotMaker »
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Re: Major Product Release! Model 2D & 3D - Integrated PID Digital Smoker
« Reply #6 on: December 02, 2015, 11:09:54 PM »
I'll definitely be posting a thorough review, Dave!  I suggested a 1 - 1.25" from the top placement of the probe, but it didn't get done, this batch.  It looks like they put it just below the highest shelf, which should be OK, given the GPH (new style) probe is much shorter than the old one!  We can probably get this adjusted on future runs, if it's a problem.
« Last Edit: December 03, 2015, 06:43:05 PM by DivotMaker »
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Re: Major Product Release! Model 2D & 3D - Integrated PID Digital Smoker
« Reply #7 on: December 03, 2015, 12:00:17 AM »
Exciting news! I know what will be on my wish list for next year!
« Last Edit: December 03, 2015, 06:43:18 PM by DivotMaker »
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Re: Major Product Release! Model 2D & 3D - Integrated PID Digital Smoker
« Reply #8 on: December 03, 2015, 01:31:28 AM »
Any idea on the aprox. price bump for this?
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Re: Major Product Release! Model 2D & 3D - Integrated PID Digital Smoker
« Reply #9 on: December 03, 2015, 10:28:29 AM »
Great news! I will buy the retrofit as soon as it available.
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Re: Major Product Release! Model 2D & 3D - Integrated PID Digital Smoker
« Reply #10 on: December 03, 2015, 12:15:15 PM »
Great news! I will buy the retrofit as soon as it available.

Same here!!
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Re: Major Product Release! Model 2D & 3D - Integrated PID Digital Smoker
« Reply #11 on: December 03, 2015, 12:16:45 PM »
I am glad that I have been holding off on the non-integrated Auber.

Tony, any word on whether this will be water proof/resistant?
« Last Edit: December 03, 2015, 06:44:27 PM by DivotMaker »
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« Reply #12 on: December 03, 2015, 02:05:06 PM »
Great news! I will buy the retrofit as soon as it available.

Same here!!
« Last Edit: December 03, 2015, 06:44:44 PM by DivotMaker »
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« Reply #13 on: December 03, 2015, 06:43:58 PM »
The pricing is a killer bargain.  Congrats!
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Re: Major Product Release! Model 2D & 3D - Integrated PID Digital Smoker
« Reply #14 on: December 03, 2015, 06:45:56 PM »
Thanks Dave!  It really is a great price, especially compared to the market competition!
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