Propagator vs activator question

aquaholic223 said:

Hey guys, first post here.

So I am getting ready to make my first liquid yeast starter here in a day or two. I am using a wyeast american ale propagator pack. On the pack it recommends a 2l starter but when I check it on the Mr malty calculator it says I only need to make a 1l starter.

I guess the question is, does the mr malty calculator assume you are making a starter with a propagator pack(50ml) or an activator pack(125ml)???? Does it even matter???

Additional info: OG is 1.058-1.060 and I will be using a stir plate. I'm sure that factors into the equation here.

Thanks in advance for the guidance....Just want to make sure that thing gets :rockin:

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Usage
The Propagator™ package contains a minimum of 25 billion cells in a yeast slurry. This volume is not adequate for direct pitching into 5 gallons of wort and requires a 1-2 L propagation step prior to brewing. The Propagator™ is designed, when propagated in a 1-2 liter “starter” culture, to inoculate 5 gallons of standard strength ale wort (1.034-1.060 SG) with professional pitching rates.

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