CO2 Check Valves

[Brewing Clamper]

Who's got the cheapest check valves for a CO2 distro? I'm starting to get some beer backing up into the co2 lines and I don't like it! Thanks!

 

[kpr121]

Don't have an answer for this, but I am also interested.

 

[lamarguy]

For my portable dispensing rig, I use Inline Check Valves. When installed near the keg, the valves prevent liquid from backing-up into long gas runs.

 

[cyberbackpacker]

I use part number 64047 from usplastics- $0.74 each!

http://www.usplastic.com/catalog/item.aspx?itemid=32231&catid=489&clickid=searchresults

 

[ClaudiusB]

I use part number 64047 from usplastics- $0.74 each!

http://www.usplastic.com/catalog/item.aspx?itemid=32231&catid=489&clickid=searchresults

Same check valve from US Plastic in action

If you can find an inline spring or ball check valve go for it.
The US Plastic are Diaphragm Check Valves giving me some occasional headache.
Look at lamarguy's check valve.

Cheers,
ClaudiusB

 

[rmullins]

I love the ID tags you've got on your keg lid there ClaudiusB. Where did you buy/have them made up?

 

[ahave]

Same check valve from US Plastic in action

If you can find an inline spring or ball check valve go for it.
The US Plastic are Diaphragm Check Valves giving me some occasional headache.
Look at lamarguy's check valve.

Cheers,
ClaudiusB

Off topic, but... what might I ask is the function of that device, looks like something I need to make.

 

[kpr121]

Dude you have a level sensor on your kegs?!?! :rockin:

 

[shortyjacobs]

Claudius, your kegs are PIMPED. I love the "clean" tag. I just use green electrical tape and put a strip on the handle. But then I forget to remove it. Most of my kegs are now patterned with electrical tape.

 

[ClaudiusB]

I love the ID tags you've got on your keg lid there ClaudiusB. Where did you buy/have them made up?

Trophy & sign place.

Dude you have a level sensor on your kegs?!?!

To tell me the end is near

Off topic, but... what might I ask is the function of that device, looks like something I need to make.

Which device, level sensor or check valve?

Claudius, your kegs are PIMPED. I love the "clean" tag. I just use green electrical tape and put a strip on the handle. But then I forget to remove it. Most of my kegs are now patterned with electrical tape.

I am obsessed with labels.
Labels for all occasions

Cheers,
ClaudiusB

 

[JuanMoore]

I use the mini inline check valve from US Plastics (part #57173). I think it's the same valve as the one lamarguy linked from McMaster but quite a bit cheaper ($1.97 vs $3.54). IMHO the extra ~$1 each is worth the ball and spring vs the cheap diaphragm valve.

http://www.usplastic.com/catalog/item.aspx?itemid=24234

 

[lamarguy]

http://www.usplastic.com/catalog/item.aspx?itemid=24234

Ya, that's a good find.

I typically order from McMaster because I bundle "hard to find" items and their shipping is very reasonable (for multiple items).

 

[Brewing Clamper]

Sweet! Awesome guys, thanks for the info. Time to order!

 

[rockytoptim]

ClaudiusB

What are you using for the level sensor? If you don't mind sharing.

Thanks

 

[RonRock]

ClaudiusB

What are you using for the level sensor? If you don't mind sharing.

Thanks

Inquiring minds want to know.

 

[indianaroller]

K

Who's got the cheapest check valves for a CO2 distro? I'm starting to get some beer backing up into the co2 lines and I don't like it! Thanks!

Why is beer backing up into your co2 line?

 

[ClaudiusB]

ClaudiusB

What are you using for the level sensor? If you don't mind sharing.

Thanks

Simple Reed switch and a float.
The floats are sold by most float switch vendors.
You can install multiple Reed's and resistors inside the tube and make the design to give increasing or deceasing resistance as tank empties with two wires.

Reed switch

Mini (5mm ) Reed's are available.

Cheers,
ClaudiusB

 

[rockytoptim]

ClaudiusB Thanks for sharing, I will have to look in to that. Awesome Brewery you got there.