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Cheap Copper at Home Depot
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I wasn't really planning on making a chiller anytime soon but I couldn't pass up this deal. Picked up 1/2" x 50' for $15.03. It was the last if that size but there were several other sizes still available. Store in North Olmsted, OH.
Now to research what other parts I need! I love homebrew projects
Now to research what other parts I need! I love homebrew projects
stpug said:Thanks for the heads up on this FLBrew. I was able to snag a 50' 1/2" coil for $20 also. Cheers
No problem...glad I could contribute in some way to HBT. I'm stoked so many people are able to save some money...more to spend on other Homebrew parts and supplies.
johns
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some guys have all the luck......No such deals around here 
Topher79
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It was the Home Depot in Peachtree City. I'm headed back by Monday on my way in to buy another if any are left.
Newnan was a no-go.
Justdrumin
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I found a roll up in Gainesville. I'm gonna check at a HD in Gwinnett tomorrow to see if they have any.
suckmyale
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It was on clearance in west bend. I got 3 - 1/2 60ft. They also had 5/8 and 1/2 50' still on the shelf.coolharry said:
hungry4hops
Hop to it!
If you want to sell one of those I'll make it worth your while!
My HD still had 7 1/2" ID type L 60' coils left for $37.50 (I believe that to be the correct price) along with a few other sizes/lengths on clearance. I drive by there every day and would be happy to grab one if you're willing to pay for shipping.
Thanks OP! Scored a 1/2" ID X 50' coil for $20.03 (originally $79.43) and a 1/2" OD X 60' coil for $35.03 (originally $157) in Prescott Valley, AZ! Upgrading my puny 3/8" x 25' Immersion Chiller, now I just need the DIY instructions!?
Robert
GypsyBrew
Robert
GypsyBrew
hungry4hops
Hop to it!
I would be more than willing to pay shipping! I'm just a little hesitant because you have no trader feedback, and only 2 posts
I was only able to find the 1/2"od type L copper on sale by me, but started thinking; How can I use this for a counterflow chiller?
All the DIY directions I find call for 3/8"od copper and 5/8"id rubber hose.
What kind/ size of a hose are you guys using with the 1/2"od/ copper
I guess I would need 3/4"id hose for the outside jacket but have you seen the price for one that is rated for High temp!; Holy Crap I would be better off just getting a new one already made up from my LHBS.
What else are you guys doing with 50+feet of this stuff? Just wondering if it is worth it for me to pick it up if it's going to cost $$$ to make a chiller.
All the DIY directions I find call for 3/8"od copper and 5/8"id rubber hose.
What kind/ size of a hose are you guys using with the 1/2"od/ copper
I guess I would need 3/4"id hose for the outside jacket but have you seen the price for one that is rated for High temp!;
Holy Crap I would be better off just getting a new one already made up from my LHBS. What else are you guys doing with 50+feet of this stuff? Just wondering if it is worth it for me to pick it up if it's going to cost $$$ to make a chiller.
No worries, I'm new, so your concerns are certainly understood. I'll shoot you a PM.
Black Island Brewer
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I'm using the 1/2 inch 50' for a larger immersion chiller. I whirlpool in the kettle, and use a pump to recirculate around the chiller. My old immersion chiller will become my prechiller.
nasty_rabbit
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Did you call the stores or check on line? I'm in NE Atlanta and it's going on but on line it lists at regular price. Try calling every store in what ever radius that you are comfortable with. When I did it took four stores before I found any. Good luck.BigFloppy said:
Sadly, not in Madison, WI. all the copper was full price. :-(. Anyone buy an extra they are willing to ship my way?
Thanks to the OP. I thought I would be late, but there is still inventory out there (Arlington VA)....just picked up three 1/2" x 60ft Type L for $35.03 each (normally 189.00 at my store)....take off 10% for a military discount and add back tax.....the total is $100.25 for 180 feet of tubing.
All three boxes were on the top shelf, and there was no pricing information. They were hidden in plain sight.
All three boxes were on the top shelf, and there was no pricing information. They were hidden in plain sight.
nasty_rabbit
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If you are willing to drive a little farther, check the Winder store. It's just off of 316 on the way to Athens. They still had 60' 1/2" last time I checked.
MindenMan
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I wonder if Home Depot realizes the run on copper tubing was done by home brewers ?
uncleben113
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No luck in Chicago so far
RedOktoberfest
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Thanks to the OP!!!
Just picked up a deal in CT, same pricing as OP. I have no idea what to do with it yet, but thank you none the less.
Just picked up a deal in CT, same pricing as OP. I have no idea what to do with it yet, but thank you none the less.
Schumed
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Already screwed up my first 50 foot roll kinked the **** out of it...took it to the scrap yard...$30 nice little $15 profit ...good thing i got practice
everty2007
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I stopped in at the Sheboygan, WI HD last night and they still had about 6 of the 1/2" by 60ft for $27 and only 1 of the 5/8" by 50ft for $22. I grabbed a 60 footer to make 2 counter flow chillers hoping I don't kink it and only get 1 out of it. Thanks for the thread!
Nabbed the last one for $20.03 in Union, NJ. Wasn't in a box.
Thinking mash tun manifold although 50' is overkill.
Thinking mash tun manifold although 50' is overkill.
Black Island Brewer
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FLBrew, thanks for the scoop! I'm the proud owner of a fifty foot by 1/2 inch wort chiller!
Justdrumin
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Lookin good!! If you don't mind, how tall are the coils from top to bottom? I bought a 60' 1/2" coil and I'm trying to decide if I want to do a single or double coil.
Black Island Brewer
An Ode to Beer
My coil was 50', and it's 9 1/2" from the bottom of the chiller to the top coil. In my keggle, that is about the 8 gallon mark. For me it's a bit of overkill on a 5 gallon batch (usually 6 1/4 at the end of the boil) but great for a 10 gallon batch!
My 50' x 3/8" has now been relegated to a ice-bath pre-chiller for the warm months!
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EXPLAIN YOURSELF!!!
Are you using compression fittings on the top?
What are the "bands" that keep the tubing connected on the upright section?
What was your method for bending the tubing (slow and steady)? Or did you fill with sand/salt/water?
Black Island Brewer
An Ode to Beer
EXPLAIN YOURSELF!!!
Are you using compression fittings on the top?
What are the "bands" that keep the tubing connected on the upright section?
What was your method for bending the tubing (slow and steady)? Or did you fill with sand/salt/water?
LOL!
1/2in x 1/2 in compression fittings, with 1/2 to hose adapters (1 male and 1 female). The "bands" are just 14 gauge copper wire, stripped of insulation, wrapped & frapped. Bent slowly around a 2-gallon plastic bucket, but if I had owned a corny keg, I would have use it!
wilcode190
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Puyallup wa got mine for 21.91 out the door. Awesome deal. 50' 1/2 copper.
I was at HD Saturday morning on southill and they had NONE
Black Island Brewer
An Ode to Beer
One of the guys in my HB club got the last one at the Center Street HD yesterday. There hasn't been many anywhere. You might try the HD on 74th and I-5.
