1/2 " or 3/4 # cpvc for manifold

[Armen_Tamzarian]

I have an 11 gallon cooler, 12" x 18". Should I use 1/2 " or 3/4 ". I have a 1/2" bulkhead right now and am also wondering how to connect the manifold to the bulkhead/spigot. Thanks!

 

[Starderup]

I tried to send this by private message, but your box is full, so . . .
My friend is a chemist, and he let me know that soaking CPVC in acidic, hot solution leaches out some rather dangerous chemicals. I posted this on the forum and got blasted for it, but I'll tell you this: I would never consider using CPVC for a manifold under any circumstances. I probably would not drink beer made with that setup, and I love beer.
Go with copper, or the braided stainless steel. Both are safe, and the braids are as cheap as CPVC and a whole lot easier.

 

[Armen_Tamzarian]

interesting. I have an SS braid now and am just not digging it. This is interesting, I feel like everyone is all about the CPVC online. Hadn't heard otherwise before

 

[Starderup]

I almost went that route, but am now glad I didn't. I have the braid, and get close to 90% effeciency.

 

[Armen_Tamzarian]

My first attempt at making the braid just came out jenky. Kinda squished at spots and not looking too good by the connection. I dig the idea of the manifold, but definitely have some reservations now on the CPVC

 

[EarthBound]

I tried to send this by private message, but your box is full, so . . .
My friend is a chemist, and he let me know that soaking CPVC in acidic, hot solution leaches out some rather dangerous chemicals. I posted this on the forum and got blasted for it, but I'll tell you this: I would never consider using CPVC for a manifold under any circumstances. I probably would not drink beer made with that setup, and I love beer.
Go with copper, or the braided stainless steel. Both are safe, and the braids are as cheap as CPVC and a whole lot easier.

You are trippin'!

The HBT community proved you wrong in your own thread, yet you still persist with this fear mongering. Please do us a favor and stop this nonsense.

To the OP. Don't use coolers. I heard from a nuclear physicist that mashing in coolers will give you lymphoma. :cross:

 

[Starderup]

I won't argue with you. You use it if you want.

 

[EarthBound]

I have an 11 gallon cooler, 12" x 18". Should I use 1/2 " or 3/4 ". I have a 1/2" bulkhead right now and am also wondering how to connect the manifold to the bulkhead/spigot. Thanks!

I believe I used 1/2". See my setup here.