Sous Vide Tank and Related Equipment

When selecting a tank for sous vide cookery, keep in mind that the tank mustn’t be too small or the food will be crowded and instead of circulating, the water will form hot or cold pockets. These will throw off the accuracy of the cooking. If the tank is too large, it will require a lot of time to bring the water up to temperature, and an undue amount of energy to keep it hot. An excellent tank, which can be procured in all sizes, is an aquarium. (A)

One tip: When heating the water to the desired temperature, start with hot tap water to cut down on the time required for heating.