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I watched the auctions for like 3 years and finally got one last year. Its been a great addition to the stable of tools.

The issue with that one is it was a locally available item. For sure a good idea and maybe even at regular prices a more viable one if someone doesn't want to DIY a water heater or dryer element setup. I took a look and many are in the 5kw load range. Most had 2 settings. No real information...

NiChrome wire will gain about 15% in resistance going from room temperature to 500C. So under normal conditions your two elements in parallel would drop from 10,800w to about 9100w. Add the voltage drop of your loaded set (230v vs 240v) and you'll drop a little more power. Down to ~8747w. If...

You can pick up the thermal fuses really cheap at an appliance repair store (online). I ordered them for like $10/ea. Cheap, cheap insurance. Edit - A quick search on Amazon revealed a 2-pack for like $10.