Recent content by PseudoSteve

Sorry for getting off topic on this thread, I re-read the original message in this thread and realize now it was about filtering hops from the fermenter but at the time I saw that as a discussion about these strainers. However, the damage is already done so might as well continue... I totally...

Here is my kettle configuration, so the side pickup tub is about 0.5" off the bottom. For the whirlpool I pull from the port above it and then push out the pickup tube. Then when it comes time to filter I switch the lines to the pump such that I'm pulling from the side pickup tube. Perhaps my...

I forgot to mention it but yes I do whirlpool as well and I use a side pickup tube. I cool with an immersion chiller and while thats in there I'm pulling from one port and pushing it out the side pickup tube which creates a nice whirlpool. I run the whirlpool for a bit more after pulling out...

I recently got a Denrod 1.5" Tri-Clamp Filter Inline Straight Strainer. I can confirm that it does indeed clog, I've attached a picture of the filter after brewing. That said I'm also looking for advice ... I brew 10 gallon batches with 26 lbs of grain. I let 8 gallons of water sit in the...