Building single tier with sanke kegs. Already started building and "acquired" 3-3/8" ball valves to use. Noticed that most are using 1/2".....problem. Hope not as I am nearly finished with the mash tun and kettle.
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TravelingBrewer22
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I was able to get a killer deal on 3/4"ID silicone tubing and ball valves so I use that size. I have a single tier and haven't had any serious problems yet. Sure, I have had to purchase some reducers to fit pump connections but other than that it's been great.
BigBobsBrews
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3/8 ball valves shouldn't be a problem, just expect slightly reduced flow rates (& honestly you want a nice slow sparge anyway)
Just curious, where are you able to find 3/4" ID silicone tubing, I've been looking for awhile now.
Just curious, where are you able to find 3/4" ID silicone tubing, I've been looking for awhile now.
DrewBrewTheGreat
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They are fine... I run all 3/8 tubing. No problems even with 60% wheat beers. The mash tun false bottom or screen or whatever you have determines whether there is stuck mash issues--not the ball valves or the tubing.
when in doubt, just run a thinner mash or use rice hulls... but 1/2 inch valves won't stop any stuck mash that was going to occur anyway.
3/8 valves and 3/8 tubing is plenty fast... and the 3/8 inch tubing slips on snug to 1/2 barbs with no need for hose clamps... that is what I like.
If you need more speed--I don't see why you would--use half inch barbs and tubing with hose clamps if need be...
Seems everyone likes the silicone tubing--but if you ask me--nothing is better than this stuff--> 3/8" Clear Hi-temp Tubing - per foot : Northern Brewer
No gummy silicone messes, cleans easy, lasts forever, clear, snug on 1/2 barb easy with no clamp, hi temp, and cheaper. I use it for racking as well. The only hose you need aside from your kegerator's needs.
when in doubt, just run a thinner mash or use rice hulls... but 1/2 inch valves won't stop any stuck mash that was going to occur anyway.
3/8 valves and 3/8 tubing is plenty fast... and the 3/8 inch tubing slips on snug to 1/2 barbs with no need for hose clamps... that is what I like.
If you need more speed--I don't see why you would--use half inch barbs and tubing with hose clamps if need be...
Seems everyone likes the silicone tubing--but if you ask me--nothing is better than this stuff--> 3/8" Clear Hi-temp Tubing - per foot : Northern Brewer
No gummy silicone messes, cleans easy, lasts forever, clear, snug on 1/2 barb easy with no clamp, hi temp, and cheaper. I use it for racking as well. The only hose you need aside from your kegerator's needs.
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