Smoke-cold smoked do-it-yourself

For the construction of such a smokehouse made of brick, we will use a small land plot of 4 m in length. It is very good if it is possible to install a smokehouse on a small slope, as in this case it will be easier to install the chimney at the right angle.

So, the site is selected (in our case on the slope), and now you can start the land works. To begin with, to create a chimney you need a pipe with a total length of about 3 m and Ø1501200 mm. If so, what is its length? If 2.9 m, then do not worry. It is just that the distance between the holes must be done in such a way that the edge of the pipe does not reach the brickwork, but is inside it. Simply put - make the distance between the pits 25-30-30 centimeters less than the length of the existing pipe.

The furnace should be at the bottom, so the foundation pit for it should be done in such a way that its width will be 50 cm, length 70 cm, and the depth - a pair of spade's bayonets.

On the higher part of the slope (well, if the difference in the location of the pipe will be at least 50 cm), dig a hole 60 * 60 cm for the manufacture of the foundation for the smokehouse. Depth - a pair of bayonets below the location of the pipe. (It may be less - it all depends on the type and density of the soil, to which you have dug, but it is unnecessary to make a foundation on black soil).

By the way, we still need clay, so we need to put it separately from the ground.

lay Dug out the pit, check how the pipe goes down and if it has not progressed to its length. If everything is in order, then you can continue to work.

Now fill with concrete dug pits. Under the smokehouse - flush with the pipe (or slightly lower). And for the firebox - 10 cm below the pipe.

furnace as the concrete grasps, proceed to the manufacture of the furnace. Knead low-fat solution of clay, lay it on the foundation. From above, along the length of the entire furnace, we will lay down the refractory brick, laying it flat on the mud solution so that the base is under the pipe. This pillow will be the base of the firebox, so we will build a firebox on it, as shown in the photo.

Some people prefer to use cement-sand mortar for masonry, but this is not the best option, since the bond between the bricks will be broken if there is a lot of heat.

Having laid out the walls, we will provide a good heat transfer from the pipe to the ground, sprinkling it with clay. By the way, if there is no suitable pipe, then the chimney can be laid out of red brick.

Good , if the cast-iron door is in advance, then the size of the firebox is adjusted to it. After installing the door cover the oven. We had a plate of a suitable size, but if there is none, then you can lay down the armature and make a cover of refractory bricks.

Now we proceed to the manufacture of a tubular base under the smokehouse. Its size is 50 * 50 cm, and the laying will be done with a simple red brick on a cement-sand mortar.

This structure should work. The height of the base is slightly above ground level.

Perform a test kindling - everything works fine!

Now we proceed to making a smokehouse, the dimensions of which will be 60 * 60 cm.

For the manufacture of the frame we will use 4 * 4 cm bars. On the finished frame in a vertical position, we will nail the first layer of the boards. Install a metal chimney on the roof. In this case, the tree does not need protection against fire, as the temperature of the smoke is very low.

Since we have planned that the products will be suspended, then the sides will need to fix the boards with cut-out slots for metal bars.

V As the second layer, lining of coniferous wood will be used; we nail it in a horizontal position. The same goes for the door. Such a device will help minimize smoke losses.

You also saw a pin sticking out of the door in the previous photo - this is part of the thermometer. Its dial is located outside, so you can control the process of smoking.

It is time to put everything together, for which it is necessary to fix the smoking shed on the brick well. We remember that the base was made 50 * 50 cm, and the cabinet was 60 * 60 cm. This was done deliberately so that no water would get inside the base. For its fastening we will use metal dowels, fixing through the lower bar to the brick base. There is also an alternative option - to attach metal corners to the base, and a cabinet to them. All available slots are plastered with mortar.

At the end of the work, it remains to open the wood with a protective agent and cover the roofing sheet with a professional sheet or metal tile. It remains to be tested.

is burning in the firebox We already talked about which tree can be used for smoking. Do not neglect the advice of people who have been preparing food in this way for many years. Kindle stove.

Smoke is going well, so you can close the door, not forgetting to control the temperature inside the smokehouse.

Do not forget to check the firebox and toss firewood.

And here , the smoking process is completed - the products are ready to eat.

The space around the smokehouse can be ennobled by making a path.

We used 4 tin cans of pineapples and a piece of copper pipe to assemble the smoke generator. Were also purchased 2 sgona on a quarter-inch with nuts and 4 metal straps on the size of the cans.

In the bottom of the bank will make one hole for sgon.

The second hole of a smaller diameter will serve as a pilot.

The third hole is made according to the size of the copper tube of small diameter opposite the first hole.

A little bit later we will look at how this design can be improved. If you choose the second option, this hole (and the copper tube itself) will not be needed.

One of the sgonov will be inside the bank, reaching its edge.

In it, with a grinder, we will cut a notch 4 cm long and about 8 mm wide, as shown in the photo.

The copper tube should not fit tightly in the boom.

And it should not be short.

Having fixed the first sweep, fasten the second to it and insert the tube.

To prevent the groove from clogging with sawdust, we will install a metal shield made of thick metal from above (possible from a pipe). This protection should be above the rail, so its fixation can be ensured by bolting the support bolts to the bank in the right places.

By placing inside flap, you can move on.

The generator itself will consist of three cans, and the fourth will be cut into strips, we will wrap the cans with them and fasten them with clamps.

If the need arises, then you can always increase the tube, but we advise you to use a coupling for the connection, and not a nut.

For our design, we will use an aquarium compressor with an adjustable amount of air supply.

Now poured inside the chips.

Turn on the compressor and ignite the chips.

By adjusting the depth of the copper tube, we perform the adjustment, ensuring that there is as much smoke as possible.

Everything works fine!

Now we will look at how this model can be improved, since this modification will help reduce the temperature of the smoke.

You can also take care that the ash is poured out of the generator, and not accumulated in it. In this construction there will be no inner tube - the thread is screwed to the edge of the jar, and in order to avoid sawdust, we will make a petal of tin from the inside, having made many small holes in it.

Bottom to the jar fasten two bolts twisting lid from the glass jar, and then we drill a lot of holes.

It will be enough Insert the jar, slightly turning it, and the hermetic ash collector is ready.

As we have already warned, there will be no copper tube in this structure, air will be supplied through the outside of the tower.

To do this, we use the purchased (or used) fitting to release air from the brake system (preferably from a domestic car, since it is cheap). To do this, it is necessary to drill a hole in the sgon, and, having selected a suitable tap, cut the threads. At the top of the valve there is a side opening, if it is small, then it should be drilled out to Ø2 mm. After screwing it in, the hole should be directed towards the smokehouse.

This fitting is specially made so that during pumping the brakes it can be pulled on the rubber tube, so there will be no problems with connecting the hose from the compressor.

Now you can fall asleep wood chips and set it on fire.

Tests have shown that the system runs smoothly, producing the right amount of smoke.

Fish soaked and ready to smoke. In order for the brining and soaking process to occur evenly, the products must be completely immersed in the liquid. In our case, we achieved this by flattening the fish with a plate.

Gas generator connected to our small barrel (or large saucepan) and ready to run.

Although cold smoked produces little fat, it is better to install a suitable container at the bottom to collect it.

In order to be able to hang the products, we drilled 4 holes in our tank and inserted thin reinforcement into them.

If it is cool outside, the capacity can be slightly heated with an electric stove so that the temperature inside the smokehouse becomes acceptable.

A thermometer installed in the tank will help control the smoking process by adjusting the temperature inside it.

were used for the products The fish was put on old skewers, from which plastic handles were removed.

Now we pour chips into our gas generator.

Covers cover, turn on the compressor and ignite the chips.

From under the unpressurized lid seemed thick with smoke.

Through The window intended for ignition clearly shows that there is a good heat in the gas generator.

Now it remains only to wait, periodically adding chips and monitoring the temperature inside the tank.

Smoking was done , and now the fish is ready to eat.

As a smoke chamber, we will use an ordinary packing box of a chainsaw, carefully wrapped with tape.

It looks like gas generator.

loaded with wood chips and set on fire.

Instead of a lid, we use a trimmed disc from the grinder, and close the hole in it with a metal ball, which will also serve as a weight. In order for smoke to not enter the room through such a cover, the edge of the pipe must be cut off very precisely.

To check if there are chips and smoke in the gas generator, just remove the ball and look inside.

Well, if you move the lid off, you can see that there is plenty of smoke.

Project author is installed I installed a viewing window in the smokehouse to monitor the process.

The idea turned out to be empty, since due to the thick smoke inside the box, it is impossible to see anything, even highlighting a flashlight.

The chimney turned out to be long and curved, but this did not affect the operation of the gas generator.

The second end of the pipe is inserted into the furnace.

It is necessary to check that all the oven doors are tightly closed and there is no air leaks, otherwise the gas generator will not work.

Traction is ensured by the fact that the chimney stove is significantly elevated above the room.

At the end of the smoking process, the tape is cut, and the casement flaps open.

Low cost, and we have delicious food.

For the manufacture of the furnace was used the old household gas cylinder from liquefied gas.

Found and the old refrigerator. We turned it upside down, removed the compressor and set to work.

A hole should be made in the bottom of the cooling chamber to connect the chimney. To do this, they outlined a circle of the required diameter and drilled a lot of holes along the line with a Ø4 mm drill bit.

Then make a hole in the inner lining.

If the thrust is weak (and this can also happen due to the fact that the chamber turned out to be leaky), a fan can be inserted in the bottom, which will draw smoke from the firebox, feeding it to the smokehouse.

In order to be able to regulate the force of thrust, and the temperature inside the chamber, it is possible to connect the fan through the voltage regulator.

In the upper part (in the photo it is from the bottom), we will drill a lot of holes so that smoke can escape through them.

Outside, we will also make a hole for mounting the exhaust pipe.

Fasten the pipe .

Here such a smokehouse turned out. Now you need to install the structure higher and connect with the furnace.

The length of the pipe turned out to be considerable.

Now we will put firewood and melt the firebox.

Smoke goes well, so you can smoke.

Hanging products, set the tray or bowl, which will drain the fat. We close the door and wait for the allotted time.

As already mentioned, the balloon must be properly prepared.

Now you can proceed to markup.

Round parts conveniently mark by attaching a metal meter.

Now You can begin to cut in the cylinder hatch using grinders.

It is advisable not go beyond the markup, but in this case you will have to cut the part out with a crowbar in order to extract it.

This is what should happen. As can be seen in the photo, the cut was performed near the welds - where the metal is thinner.

At the bottom part of the balloon is welded "sole", through which it becomes stable. Since we do not need it, we will cut off this part.

As a smoke generator, we will use a receiver from a truck. It does not contain explosive vapors, so you can cut the door without preparation.

On the same side where the door is cut, on both cylinders we cut out openings, the radius of which should be as close as possible to the diameter of the other cylinder.

We check how tightly they fit together, and if necessary we adjust.

Now all the seams need to be thoroughly boiled.

Welded loops.

Doors must open without sticking, and when closing close the door tightly. By the way, from the inside you can weld a stop, if the door falls inside.

From the end of the receiver make a hole for the valve.

It will be small, as it is needed in order to regulate the flow of air inside the smoke generator.

Then we take a larger piece of metal and make a valve out of it, securing it to the top of a bolt with a nut. It is not necessary to tighten the fasteners, since the valve needs to be moved from time to time, changing its position, therefore we tighten the locknut over the first nut.

The valve should move to the side with some force. As you can see, a plastic handle is screwed to it, but practice shows that it is also very hot, so you can weld a piece of bar.

We are engaged in the manufacture of the chimney, welding it at an angle of two pipes. As for the corner, it does not need to do 90˚ - it must be unfolded.

Apply the markings on the balloon, outlining the pipe scriber or marker.

Drilling such a hole is very tedious and expensive, so it’s best to do this with a cutter. If there is none, then many people cut the hole with an electrode, setting the welding machine to the maximum current.

after Once the pipe is inserted, its position must be adjusted and then welded.

Very it is convenient if the covers are secured with handles on a wooden base, as if you touch them you will not get burned.

K the smokehouse was welded on legs and a table on which it would be possible to put dishes with products prepared for smoking. Inside, we will install the grate from the old refrigerator, bending it to the size of the bottle.

It remains to charge the smoke generator, put the food on the grid, and you can smoke. It is important to monitor the smoke generator - firewood or wood chips should smolder and not burn.