This modern condenser operates without any need for water, pumps and hoses.

The VORTEX is an air-cooled condenser, so you can operate anywhere without a water line, a pump or a bucket of ice. It saves hundreds of litres of water while also being easy to use and effective for cooling.

Instead of water, it uses forced air to pull heat out of the vapour and liquid. It connects to any 2" tri-clamp setup and works seamlessly with CREATE+ components, so you can use it as a direct swap for a water-cooled condenser. It can be set up for both reflux and pot designs, so it suits whichever way you like to run.

How it works:

Vapour and liquid travel through two internal tubes surrounded by aluminium fins. The fins soak up the heat and three built-in fans blow it away.

A single control dial sets the fan speed. Turn it up for more cooling, down for less. It’s the same idea as adjusting water flow on a traditional condenser, just quicker and with nothing to plumb in. These condensers can be used as a reflux condenser, lyne arm or product condenser depending on the setup.

Includes:

• VORTEX Air Cooled Condenser Module
• Universal power supply (AU/NZ, US/CA, UK, EU)
• Instruction booklet

Gaskets and tri-clamps are sold separately.

Specifications:

• Dimensions: H 16.1 cm x W 13.3 cm x D 60 cm
• Weight: 2.2 kg

Mounting on a Still Spirits Boiler Lid or Alembic Dome:

The Still Spirits Boiler Lid and Alembic Dome are designed for small to medium setups without heavy, off-centre attachments. They have a bit of flex but will happily support components within these limits:

• Total column and condenser height up to 1.1 m above the lid or dome
• Total column and condenser weight up to 11 kg, including up to 2 kg of off-centre weight (from a swan neck, lyne arm, or a condenser running parallel to the column) offset up to 160 mm from the main column

We recommend adding external support if:

• Your column and condenser go beyond those limits
• Your lyne arm is angled or runs out perpendicular from the column, putting a lot of weight well off-centre
• Your column and condenser are noticeably leaning

Cleaning:

Dust can build up in the fan grill and fins over time. A household vacuum cleaner sorts that out easily.

To clean the inside, do a run with equal parts white vinegar and water.

Handle with care:

The metal fins can have sharp edges. Take care when handling, assembling, cleaning or storing the unit, and don’t run your fingers along the fins.

Please note:

In Australia, distilling alcohol and owning distilling equipment is illegal without the appropriate permits or licences. For guidance, contact your relevant local authorities.