mmonacel
Well-Known Member
Has anyone tried using 4 way ball valves (1 input / 3 output) in their setup? I'm thinking that two of these, one on the input and one on the output side of the pump, would be ideal to go from any typical source (HLT, MLT, BK) to any other. It could potentially eliminate multiple ball valves through the system and a second pump for those who use two pumps (one water, one wort). There'd be no hose connect / disconnects to make until initial set up and final cleanup. I haven't seen much searching around here however.
One I found online (still need to call for pricing) is at PBM Valve (link to their PDF not showing up for some reason in the post properly so here -
. Check out the Bottom Entry #26 - L-Port 360* turn. It appears that this provides three distinct outputs, but also a shut-off position which other variations don't seem to offer.
Another approach might be the standard 4-way hose manifold from a big box store. I use one of these on the side of my house and all the liquid contact appears to be brass and SS. While not as blingy, it may be just as effective, considerably less cost, and have the added bonus of an extra input and output.
Anyone use either one of these approaches?
One I found online (still need to call for pricing) is at PBM Valve (link to their PDF not showing up for some reason in the post properly so here -
Code:
http://www.pbmvalve.com/wp-content/themes/pbm/files/Flow_Patterns.pdf
Another approach might be the standard 4-way hose manifold from a big box store. I use one of these on the side of my house and all the liquid contact appears to be brass and SS. While not as blingy, it may be just as effective, considerably less cost, and have the added bonus of an extra input and output.
Anyone use either one of these approaches?