lushisalife
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My new single tier almost done. Still need to shake the bugs out with a water run.
My 2 tier brew stand From the wonderful world that is Wal-mart. Each shelf is rated at 800# We will see how it holds up for 449.99
wilconrad said:As a long time consumer, here's my own contribution to the world of brew porn: (more pics at the link in my signature, if you're interested)
Wilconrad, that is one pretty brewin rig! Did you do all that stainless welding yourself?
Wilconrad, that is one pretty brewin rig! Did you do all that stainless welding yourself?
You shouldn't use Teflon tape on propane fittingsCompact and easy to use.
You shouldn't use Teflon tape on propane fittings
Why is that? I use it on my propane tank threads otherwise one of them leaks ever so slightly with my SP10 burner.
I use some sort of paste that comes in a tube and it's yellow.josterhues said:You want to use a seal tape just not standard Teflon but the yellow roll which is a ultra high density tape met for gas, propane, etc
Why is that? I use it on my propane tank threads otherwise one of them leaks ever so slightly with my SP10 burner.
501irishred said:Excellent idea, but where in the world did you come by 18" and 22" SS pipe?!
IronsGateBrewery said:I was always told that the oils that are in the gas such as the additive that gives propane its nasty smell can eat through the tape over time I used a paste on mine and ALWAYS test with windex
Here is my new and improved EBIAB single vessel rig! Finally moving upon the world of brewing![/IMG]
Thanks!
Day_trippr is correct, it's built out of 80/20 aluminum t-slot extrusions. I originally designed it to be a stainless weldment, but when I got that quoted it was nearly $1600, $700+ of which was materials. The 80/20 only cost me about $350 once it was all said & done, and I could build it myself. I'd recommend the 80/20 material if you're considering building a stand; it's easy to work with, low cost, doesn't rust and the slots make it easy to make mods/additions.
Irrenarzt said:Be careful as I built a frame from 80/20 and mine softened and sagged under fairly regular use. If you use it a few times a year, you'll be OK for awhile. If you use it often, prepare for some annealing to take place.
This looks fantastic! Is copper ok for propane gas?wilconrad said:I hear ya, I was a little concerned about this so I built some heat shields out of steel angle to protect the aluminum that's closest to the burners. I've brewed 4 batches so far and no sign of distress, but will keep an eye on it.
bd2xu said:This looks fantastic! Is copper ok for propane gas?
Irrenarzt said:Looks good but I didn't notice any sagging until 100 batches or so. Just keep an eye on it and you'll be fine.
Irrenarzt said:I don't think I have any pics and I sold the frame but I can take a pic the next time I am over where the frame is. This might be a few weeks though...
This looks fantastic! Is copper ok for propane gas?
It's no longer code, but copper was used for years to plumb from hard gas line to built in appliances (stoves, heaters, etc.). Should be fine.
The concern with copper for gas piping is the potential for build up (of what I can't recall) inside the tubing. My old brewstand had some copper jumpers for propane (and later NG). I asked the plumber who was running my NG line what he thought. He said with the level of relative frequency I would be using the brew stand, there was likely never to be an issue with the copper tubing.
one1cat said:My first build 90 % complete
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