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alowell · 08-23-2011, 07:02 PM

So, I am thinking of setting up my conical fermenter to have CIP capability. The problem is, I want to be able to insert a sprayball/nozzle through the 1.5" TC port on the fermenter. Also needs 360 degree coverage. Any ideas?

I found this, but was wondering if there may be a cheaper option.

http://breweryparts.com/index.php/equipment-and-supplies/cleaning-equipment-amp-chemical/cip-spray-ball/mini-whirling-sprayer.html

Thanks, everyone

waveslider44 · 08-23-2011, 08:40 PM

Found this at Grainger. Stainless steel and made in USA

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Water Jetter Nozzle, 1/8, 1/4In, Propulsion
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alowell · 08-23-2011, 08:46 PM

I've seen those and they are usually referred to as sewer cleaning nozzles. The thing is, they only spray one jet forward and some backward. I think I may need better coverage.

Misplaced_Canuck · 08-23-2011, 08:47 PM

It may not do what you want, but a thought: I used a small sprinkler head at the end of a 18" riser connected to a fish tank pump to clean my carboys.

One of those deals:

It shoots 360-degrees, but upwards only. In my case, that's fine, as the cleaning fluid will drape back on the sides of the upside down carboy.

M_C

BrewWein · 08-23-2011, 08:48 PM

I might be mis-reading, but I thought the whole thing with spray balls was that they spin?

alowell · 08-23-2011, 09:01 PM

Interesting idea with the sprinkler heads, that may work if I go through the harvest port. Some sprayballs spin and some are stationary. I need either one, the diameter of the thing is the big question. I want my fermenter to stay put and I don't want to drag it out of the cooler to clean it. Therefore, I need a sprayball/nozzle that can be inserted through the 1.5" TC port on the fermenter and then be taken out when cleaning is finished.