How to wire a Ranco ETC-111000-000 Digital Temperature Controller

[@RDBDallas]

Started on a SS Smoker, thanks for the info of the Ranco ETC-111000-000 Digital Temperature Controller I will use it on several of my projects.

[@stargazer13]

Thank you, emoneyblue! I recently obtained this unit for a dollar from the local Goodwill. The unit turned on and the control functions worked but the attached outlet was wired wrong I discovered thanks to your video. The darn thing just would not turn on the outlet. Then I wired it like you did and now....JOY! Now my medical marijuana grow room can share the heat with the rest of the house this winter and stay cool during the summer months! My "buds" and I are grateful. A thousand thanks my friend!

[@emoneyblue]

John Erickson Your very welcome my friend...

[@emoneyblue]

Your welcome

[@ErikS101]

Thank you. Very Helpful. I ordered one of these for a sump pump that is in a window well outside and I need a temperature controller to shut the power off when the ambient temperature drops below freezing. And I too forgot that this unit is not pre-wired so I appreciate this video tutorial.

[@SeattleJeff67]

Thanks. Just opened the box and didn't realize I had some wiring to do. Just needed to verify the diagram and this was very helpful.

[@pookieninja]

Thank you! This video was exactly what I was looking for! This is the first video I've seen detailing how to actually wire up the temp controller. I'd read enough to know that I needed to rig it up with a cut extension chord but I couldn't find info anywhere as to which color wires needed to be put into which port. Great instruction.

[@kimano8009]

Excellent video, the attention to detail is quite appreciated. I would make a couple comments though. First of all, it's good practice when running any cables into an electrical box to use a romex connector at the opening. Also, using a simple grounded extension cord could be less expensive than dedicating an entire power strip. The circuit protection really shouldn't be needed, the controller is rated at an operating load of 16A, far more than any fridge or smoker will use.

[@emoneyblue]

@borizlat Really did not know that ... well thanks!!! I will be making more I found 100's of uses around here from smoking, cooling, heating, brewing etc... I just love these controllers. Thanks for commenting.

[@emoneyblue]

@jlaureanti - You are very welcome - thanks for the comment.

[@emoneyblue]

Not that I know of wait the is the PID 1000 controller from Ebay but this is the one I had. Glad I could help.. thanks for commenting..

[@trakr09]

Hey, thanks for doing this video. I set up my Ranco temp controller for my fermentation chamber using your video as a guide. Works like a charm. Thanks!

[@emoneyblue]

Glad you enjoyed the video this was my intention to make it helpful to folks .... thanks for commenting..

[@emoneyblue]

Yeah!! that's what I'm talking about... great Job glad I was able to help. Thanks for your comments.

[@emoneyblue]

Your welcome always glad to help, thanks for taking the time to comment.

[@emoneyblue]

you are 100 percent correct I thought I made a suggestion in the video about that I have sense repaired that thank you for your comments they are much appreciated.

[@emoneyblue]

@Kimano Hello and thanks for stopping bye, 1st off the power strip was a left over part I had laying around I believe in using up old stuff and making them work again and as far as the romex connector your right but I thought I explained that I was going to add a rubber connector to seal it shut. Thanks for the comments.

[@emoneyblue]

Glad you enjoyed it.. .thanks for commenting...

[@drinkechear]

Great video!! I have this same ranco. 2 questions. 1 How many watts can this model control? (or hold=.. don´t know the terminology...) and 2. do I need any adapter to plug it to a 220 V household electrical current?? Thanks you very much.

[@emoneyblue]

Glad it helped.. thanks for commenting..

[@DerrickKerr]

People need to keep in mind that when you twist wires together that are made of two different metals that you will need to keep an eye out for corrosion between the contacts. So, if you can find a wire made of copper you should try to match that with all the wires in the device, it will save you a lot of headache in the long run.

[@emoneyblue]

Thanks for the info

[@emoneyblue]

@pookieninja Hey glad I could help.... Thanks for the comments :)

[@emoneyblue]

@doktordrew Your welcome glad I could help. Thanks for commenting...

[@emoneyblue]

Your welcome thanks for the comments...

[@emoneyblue]

@qweef69 Glad you enjoyed it, thanks for commenting.

[@OneManSmoke]

Very helpful video thanks for posting it. Is there a better version like smaller with illuminated read out?

[@emoneyblue]

Glad I could help.. thanks for commenting..

[@WSRTheWetShaverReview]

Great video and I really like your order of connections ..... Believe me it can get hairy if you do it out of that order. One suggestion though as I build these professional for both the refrigeration and home brewing world. I also am certified nec and by mainstream eng. you are missing one huge safety factor. Step one is missing........ Get a NM cable connector this will prevent the cords coming out if tugged on. Only .44 cents can save your life if you loose a connection and touch it.

[@jeffgruber3347]

Nice job man, my previous one blew out after about 9 years and need to buy a new one. They're selling them now for $44 on Amazon

[@emoneyblue]

nice

[@emoneyblue]

thanks buddy

[@emoneyblue]

@drinkechear Hello there and thanks for stopping by, to answer your question you will need to go to there website and get the wiring diagram Yes this model can do both 110/220 volts not sure off hand how many volts, but I do know of folks using this controller to run water heaters that are over 1500 watts and it depends on how you wire it up and if you have the same one I have you will wire it the way you require it for your particular application. Hope this helps... Google it

[@emoneyblue]

It will override the temp and turn it on and off based on the temp you set... Period... it's really that simple.. .thanks for commenting...

[@mikedunlv]

This is awesome! Thank you. Using this set up for Sous Vide in crock pot.

[@emoneyblue]

@doktordrew Glad to know it helped you out, thanks for leaving your comments.

[@emoneyblue]

Your welcome ... thanks for commenting..

[@emoneyblue]

Your welcome and thanks for commenting.

[@josephmeehan7520]

John, usually the neutral is ribbed where the hot is smooth.

[@emoneyblue]

Yes there is but by another company just look around Ebay for the voltage your using. There getting cheaper and cheaper each day.. Good luck!! thanks for stopping by...

[@nguyen08]

Thanks for the easy instructions!

[@emoneyblue]

Your welcome Tony...

[@daddyz06]

I understand it controls the AC power going to a heater or air conditioner, however how does this application bypass the internal thermostat of the air conditioner to keep it running?

[@JohnSmith-tw6ii]

Can I use both heater and a cooler on this device at the same time? To lock it to 77f degrees I need for my aquarium ?

[@emoneyblue]

Hey there, Most probes will be the sealed type and you can add any type you need I've seen these used in brewing beer (food safe) for years if its good enough for humans its good enough for the buds... LOL also check out Ebay these a large variety there.

[@emoneyblue]

the way I have it set its heat or cooler, thanks for commenting.

[@mynewhaircut]

Nice wright up

[@TheMishraile]

Just set mine up using this video, thanks!

[@emoneyblue]

Sorry to hear that mate, they had assured me the price would remain the same for awhile, I guess I should have brought more when I had the chance.

[@nmlittlebigman]

Would this wiring set up allow me to plug in a retail cooler with a compressor that pulls 12 amps? I am a bit confused about the normally open normally closed amp ratings. i just want to know would it be plug and play. thanks

[@dainusmc]

Thanks bro! Great instructional video!

[@emoneyblue]

Your welcome ... Thanks for commenting.

[@carmensmonte]

I use mine to control my pool heater. however about a week ago I have an EP error msg....Im going to check the connections in the box aswell as the temperature gauge cord. Any other ideas ? PS great video!

[@jordanmanning4660]

Thanks for creating this tutorial! However, I do have a question: I wired the controller step-by-step exactly how you did in the video. After putting it all together, I plugged the fridge into the controller's power strip and the controller directly into the wall. Both were working fine. About an hour later, the power strip is off and won't turn on. Granted, this power strip was bought used at a thrift store so it may be a dud. Is there anything I could have wired incorrectly to cause this?

[@true.to.my.eyes.]

Ok so I find it odd that you have to take a jumper and carry over the voltage from the power supply side, over to the load side. Wouldn't the power be supplied once the normally open contact closes from within the contact?

[@emoneyblue]

Watch it again... It works... This is the correct way to hook up the unit and it still works today.

[@sauce6440]

Thanks for the guide

[@XxJDSx1980xX]

Like the Video. Thanks for the info

[@josed1741]

Great video!

[@emoneyblue]

@jmoody27 I will have to check the out thanks for sharing.

[@browndd1]

Just out of curiosity, why are people using a surge protector with multiple female outlets vs one female outlet with the male outlet?

[@emoneyblue]

Dave Brown I only used it because I had it already plus the fuse protection is a plus

[@borizlat]

In this case,You don't have to cut the green wire.Anyway good video

[@ifocusfilms]

Great video, thank you for posting !

[@nativetexian]

Great video...Thanks!

[@emoneyblue]

Thanks for the update I just sent them a nasty email. Maybe I will get some special pricing for us!!

[@jappino5149]

Will that control multiple units because it’s wired to a power strip. My application would be used for my aquarium heater. Would i be able to use multiple aquarium heaters if i wired to a power strip?

[@emoneyblue]

Jap Pino There is only One temperature probe. But it can control more than one item due to the power strip.

[@jturkish]

the extension cord i bought doesn't specify which is hot and which is neutral -- how can i tell which is which?

[@doktordrew]

Awesome video, thanks!

[@myfavsandlikes7478]

ty for the video.

[@emoneyblue]

Myfavsandlikes Your very welcome my friend...

[@qweef69]

interesting video. :)

[@emoneyblue]

Your welcome

[@JohnSmith-tw6ii]

Hi, can I use it on my fish tank to lock it to 77f, 1 degree differential. I have a heater and a chiller I want to control with one thermostat. Thankfully me

[@dissturbbed]

Damn this is awesome, thanks emoneyblue and KZbin.

[@emoneyblue]

Your welcome good buddy

[@larryroiger9272]

how can you wire the ETC 111000-000 INTO a airconditioner so it goes down to 30s for a cool room.

[@emoneyblue]

That I don’t know but with a freezer I wired it the same plugged the freezer into the unit and used it to keep my beer kegs at the correct temp

[@larryroiger9272]

Thanks for getting back to me

[@HomewithDarlene]

I have this to keep my wine cooler COLD. Can you show how to set this up for COLD? F SET. 160 degrees SET. 4 degree differential. set. C1 ..... now what?

[@emoneyblue]

same way just adjust it to the desired temp and plug into your unit

[@Jimmoody397]

Try Patriot-Supply they have the best price out there.

[@emoneyblue]

Great news,

[@emoneyblue]

@hsbc2468 Thanks

[@myfavsandlikes7478]

Great...i thought this was pre-made when i ordered it...

[@emoneyblue]

Myfavsandlikes Hope it helped, because I was so lost when I figured this out the first time...

[@myfavsandlikes7478]

Yeah man, i knew nothing before wiring this but thanks to ur video i've got it all wired up and working now plus i've learned a few things :)

[@emoneyblue]

Myfavsandlikes Your welcome ...

[@emoneyblue]

Yes it will turn on or off heater or a cooler PERIOD!

[@hsbc2468]

cool

[@emoneyblue]

Maybe a bad power strip just use an extension cord...

[@wlieffers333]

Great video! This helped me so much and made the wiring easy as can be. Thanks for the solid information and great video.