Kiln advice

[FarmingMachinery]

Got busy. Sorry for the late replies fellas.

I tried uploading pics but looks like I’ll have to do some homework before posting them. File too large. I’m stupid with technology!

My current temp range is set to 110-120. I bury the temp probe beneath a hand of tobacco so I know the internal temps are high enough but I don’t want to overshoot. I could get more accurate (closer to Bob’s recommended range) but I think that will take a fair bit of tinkering with multiple thermometers to ensure accurate reads of surrounding temp and internal leaf temps.

I appreciate all the feedback everyone. Still working on posting pics!

@NWgrower No worries about the tech stuff - we've all been there!

A quick tip for uploading pics: try resizing them to under 1MB first (most phones have a built-in resize option, or you can use a free online tool). Or you could upload them to a free image hosting site and just paste the link here.

I'd genuinely love to see your setup - the chest freezer + crock pot + fan combo is such a clever DIY approach. I've seen similar logic used in small-scale commercial curing units from Chinese manufacturers - insulated chamber, heat source, humidity tray, circulating fan, all in a compact box. If I could see your setup, I might be able to compare it to some of those commercial options and give you some ideas for upgrades or alternatives, if you're ever interested.

Either way, looking forward to seeing how your batch turns out! Your temp range of 110-120°F sounds solid - Bob recommends 123-128°F, but you're in the ballpark. How's the aroma development coming along?