Brass fittings

[Wino24]

Hi all...is it ok to use brass fittings that will come into contact with the wort?
I have a brass elbow that I was going to use inside my keggle, but I want to make sure there will be no issues. Thanks

 

[Flomaster]

since barginfittings sells brass valves and ss valves in sure its fine.

-=jason=-

 

[avidhomebrewer]

I've been using brass fittings for my mash coolers for years and haven't had any issues.

 

[Wino24]

Ok...just trying to get a few opinions on the matter...Thanks

 

[bullinachinashop]

From JP How To Brew

Cleaning Brass
Some brewers use brass fittings in conjunction with their wort chillers or other brewing equipment and are concerned about the lead that is present in brass alloys. A solution of two parts white vinegar to one part hydrogen peroxide (common 3% solution) will remove tarnish and surface lead from brass parts when they are soaked for 5 minutes or less at room temperature. The brass will turn a buttery yellow color as it is cleaned. If the solution starts to turn green and the brass darkens, then the parts have been soaking too long and the copper in the brass is beginning to dissolve, exposing more lead. The solution has become contaminated and the part should be re-cleaned in a fresh solution.

 

[dogtailale]

There is brass in your kitchen faucet. No different then the brass that the water company uses to get water to your house.

 

[bullinachinashop]

There is brass in your kitchen faucet. No different then the brass that the water company uses to get water to your house.

The op was asking about exposing a brass fitting to wort that is mildly acidic.
I'm sure it isn't a huge concern, but why take chances?

Bull

 

[ultravista]

Boil it before the first brew ...

 

[Brewdouche-RuBrew]

Just try not to mix metals, eg(brass+aluminum). They will corrode over time if left in contact with each other in the presance of beer. Basicly they act as a battery. You can aleveate this by using teflon tape and changing it when you clean the fittings.