3/4" pipe for mash tun manifold?

[PlanetExpress]

So, this is my very first post! I am currently working on building a mash tun out of a 10 gallon round rubbermaid cooler and had some extra 3/4" copper pipe around. Is this too big to use for the manifold? I am working on a budget so the more I can save the better, but I also want to do it right! I haven't been able to find anything about this yet so any input would be great! Thanks!

 

[BendBrewer]

I used 1/2" but I don't see how 3/4" would make much difference. If you got it, use it.

 

[str8wire]

In theory, it is the holes in the manifold that make the difference. The same "area" of slits or holes in a 1/2 inch would be the same as in a 3/4 inch manifold, so I vote go for it.

 

[PlanetExpress]

So I went with 1/2"...I work at Lowe's and after pricing the elbows, tees and such I found that it was the same price if not cheaper to go with the 1/2"

 

[Pie_Man]

Thanks PlanetExpress. I'm thinking of making something similar for my 10 gallon round cooler. Let me know how yours turns out.

 

[wilserbrewer]

That is a nice job! and I'm a braid guy