Connection to brew kettle valve

[fizgig]

I bought a kettle with a kettlevalve 1/2" like so

I am a bit confused as to what hardware I need exactly to get the wort into the fermenter, I see I can get a 1/2 barb to screw into it and hook a 1/2" ID tube to it, but I don't think I want a barb sticking out all the time. I could get a quick disconnect, but I'm looking at them and I'm not sure if they are selling each side separately or what is going on, they either don't look like they would screw into it or don't have a hose connection.

Any suggestions or pointers appreciated, I may be looking at the wrong gear entirely or the wrong tube sizes.

 

[KeystoneHomebrew]

Here's what you need, along with some 3/8" tubing. Easy in, easy out for cleaning and sanitizing.

http://www.keystonehomebrew.com/shop/hose-stem-3-8-barb-x-1-2-npt-stainless-steel.html

They also come in 1/2" barb for a faster flow rate. That was the first one that came up on our site.

 

[fizgig]

That looks good and thanks for the quick response, I'd like to buy from you but it's $9.90 shipping, ouch.

 

[KeystoneHomebrew]

That looks good and thanks for the quick response, I'd like to buy from you but it's $9.90 shipping, ouch.

If you want it, we'll put it in a padded envelope and send it USPS. Shouldn't be more than a buck or two. Send me a message if you're interested and I'll hook you up.

 

[Brad2287]

I would not go with a 3/8 inch hosebarb especially if you ever want to use a pump. I would use a 1/2 npt by 5/8 inch hosebarb with 1/2 inch silicone tubing. You can use a pump and an additional bonus of faster flow. I believe brewhardware or brewershardware has these.

 

[fizgig]

do you use teflon tape like you would normally use on threaded plumbing? Is that OK for the boiling heat?

nm found this: https://www.homebrewtalk.com/f36/do-i-need-teflon-tape-my-brew-kettle-132149/