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Vent needed for fermentation chamber?

Discussion in 'Fermenters' started by greatschmaltez, Feb 21, 2011.

 

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    greatschmaltez

    Well-Known Member

    Posted Feb 21, 2011
    I am looking at converting a standup freezer to a fermentation chamber, I was concerned about pressure building in the freezer as the fermentation took off. Obviously there will be a small crack in the door seal for the temperature controller wire. Is there any other modification I need to do to vent fermentation CO2 or is there simply not enough produced during fermentation to even be a concern?

    Right now my materials of construction are:
    1) Freezer
    2) temperature controller

    I'm assuming it's easy as that to get anywhere from mid 60s down to the lagering temps... Correct?
     
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    RegionalChaos

    Well-Known Member

    Posted Feb 21, 2011
    If the pressure built up to large levels it would probably just push the door open. Can't imagine it happening though.
     
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    Gldnst8warrior

    Well-Known Member

    Posted Feb 21, 2011
    I use an old refrigerator as my fermentation chamber and have no vents on it. I have had 3 carboys fermenting in it at the same time with no pressure issues. I think you should be fine.
     
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