Beertk
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I am thinking of getting a Blichmann Autosparge. I am using a March pump with Silicone hosesfrom Austin Home Brew. I understand that the silicone hoses can't hold up to much forward pressure on the lines. Will having the pump running while waiting for the Autosparge to open and release sparge water into the mash be a problem for the silicone hoses.
a. Will the pump create pressure on the hose while waiting, Possibly bursting the hose? Or, will the pump just freewheel while waiting for the autosparge to open?
b. I use a converted sabco keg for my MLT. will this likely be a probem when cleaning out the grain? Does it fold up so that I can dump the grain?
c.Is this the best way to go? I have seen the electronic float switches but I am more inclined to go with a mechanical solution. It just seems easier(and less importantly cheaper). Opinions welcome.
For what it is worth I am using thick walled 1/2 hose and a standard issue homebrewing special March 905 pump with ball valves on both sides.
a. Will the pump create pressure on the hose while waiting, Possibly bursting the hose? Or, will the pump just freewheel while waiting for the autosparge to open?
b. I use a converted sabco keg for my MLT. will this likely be a probem when cleaning out the grain? Does it fold up so that I can dump the grain?
c.Is this the best way to go? I have seen the electronic float switches but I am more inclined to go with a mechanical solution. It just seems easier(and less importantly cheaper). Opinions welcome.
For what it is worth I am using thick walled 1/2 hose and a standard issue homebrewing special March 905 pump with ball valves on both sides.