SS braids for hops filters...will they work?

[CanadianQuaffer]

Hey guys,

Below is a link to a pic of my SS braid system in my MT and I've been thinking lately that a similar set up in my kettle might help to filter hops, freeing me from having to use a mesh bag.
Thoughts or opinions?

http://imageshack.us/a/img21/5140/bmg8.jpg

Cheers!

 

[MuddyCreek]

Hops leaves are sticky little fellers. I would suspect offhand that you may find your braid pretty seriously covered and plugged if you had a bunch of loose hops in there.

 

[GotPushrods]

I had a braid in my kettle for years. I had a copper T just off-center with a 6" diameter braided ring.

Whole hops are no problem. The flow slows a bit, but will empty every time.

Forget about pellets, use a bag. It will clog in seconds and you'll be siphoning to the fermenter.