zodiak3000
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is it a no-rinse sanitizer? how many people out there do rinse or have had any side effects from not rinsing? thanks...
quick question about iodophor
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JMSetzler
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It is no-rinse, but I use starsan, which is also no-rinse and haven't had any issues at all with it...
XXguy
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if you use the recommended concentration, and drain out any excess from your bottles or carboys, you will have no reason to rinse. Rinsing really defeats the purpose of using a no-rinse sanitizer.
I've noticed that it can affect head retention sometimes...i.e. On brewday if I give a glass a quick rinse in my sanitizing solution, the beer doesn't develop as much of a head as it normally would.
I didn't think people still used it, to be honest. I have sold like 1 maybe 2 4oz bottles in 4 months in the store.
But yes, at proper concentration it's a non rinse sanatizer.
This is not a Starsan vs Iodophor reply!!!!!
But yes, at proper concentration it's a non rinse sanatizer.
This is not a Starsan vs Iodophor reply!!!!!
samc
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I have both, use both, no preference really - I DON'T rinse because it's no rinse! If I was going to rinse I would probably save some money and go back to bleach.
MattHollingsworth
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I've used iodophor since the beginning of time at no rinse concentrations. Works great!
Except for the bleach part I use both and don't rinse.
I put a lot of good info, tips, and even the links to some podcasts on using sanitizers like iodophor effectively. https://www.homebrewtalk.com/f39/sanitizer-question-54932/
lunchbox
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I exclusively use iodophor. I had an infection with my second batch and switched to it by recommendation of a friend. Had no problems since.
Same here. I use both iodophore and Starsan, depending on the application, my mood, and what's within reach. Iodophore works great. Just mix properly.
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Richabt
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Love em both as well, but still use iodophor more than anything. Never had an issue.
