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The [http://www.graham-laming.com/bd/ecosystem/state_diagram_new.htm GL Processor] is a design by Graham Laming (hence the GL) and has probably become most popular processor design for homebrew biodiesel production in the UK. The processor features built in dewatering and Methanol recovery capabilities, as well as protection against user exposure to Methanol vapour. The design also lends itself to a variety of production techniques.
  
  
The [http://www.graham-laming.com/bd/ecosystem/state_diagram_new.htm GL Processor] is a design by Graham Laming (hence the GL) and has probably become most popular processor design for homebrew biodiesel production in the UK. The processor features built in dewatering and Methanol recovery capabilities, as well as protection against user exposure to Methanol vapour. The design also lends itself to a variety of production techniques.
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Modern adaptions use a more powerful pump to drive the venturi (typically Clarke's [[Tam 105|TAM105]]) and employ inline heaters or a liquid level deadlock to reduce the risk of accidental explosive ignition of the Methanol vapour, caused by the element becoming exposed above the liquid level.
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==Basic design==
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The design has been in existence for many years.  It has been supplemented and improved by various users during this time.  Below is a schematic of Graham’s basic design (with sight glass added) along with instructions on its use.  Reproduced with kind permission from Graham.
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Although the design has been modified by others, Graham’s basic design is capable producing high quality Biodiesel and due to its simplicity of design is suitable for those new to home production.
  
  

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Graham Laming with GL processor. Source GL


The GL Processor is a design by Graham Laming (hence the GL) and has probably become most popular processor design for homebrew biodiesel production in the UK. The processor features built in dewatering and Methanol recovery capabilities, as well as protection against user exposure to Methanol vapour. The design also lends itself to a variety of production techniques.


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Basic design

The design has been in existence for many years. It has been supplemented and improved by various users during this time. Below is a schematic of Graham’s basic design (with sight glass added) along with instructions on its use. Reproduced with kind permission from Graham. Although the design has been modified by others, Graham’s basic design is capable producing high quality Biodiesel and due to its simplicity of design is suitable for those new to home production.




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