Jaybird's Stainless False Bottoms

[Cheeto]

I think it is 15" I will have to measure it tomorrow

 

[Jaybird]

Ya I build a lot of 15" hinged false bottoms. Funny I thought you had already bought one from me Cheeto.

 

[Scut_Monkey]

Are you able to use a 15 inch bottom UNHINGED if you slot a keggle on the sides? I think this would be easier for me and I would like it more and probably cheaper too. Anyone done this in the past?

 

[Jaybird]

Are you able to use a 15 inch bottom UNHINGED if you slot a keggle on the sides? I think this would be easier for me and I would like it more and probably cheaper too. Anyone done this in the past?

Yep you can. I think Bobby M does it that way.
It really is not that much cheeper really. I only charge $10 for the hinge and the work. I am cutting down a 15" for a guy tonight without the hinge and it's $85 total to his door. The hinged ones are $95 to your door. But yes there are people here that are doing just that.
Cheers
Jay

 

[OMJ]

Here is mine. I used it today for the first time and my efficiency went up about 10%(to 85) over what I was getting in my cooler with copper manifold.

 

[Cheeto]

Ya I build a lot of 15" hinged false bottoms. Funny I thought you had already bought one from me Cheeto.

it didn't fair well after the year long vacation

nor did many of my components

 

[Jaybird]

it didn't fair well after the year long vacation

nor did many of my components

I had thought you bought one. What happened to it?

 

[Cheeto]

My careless Child, that and my IC was destroyed in the same manor.

I need to order a new one but I have to get the measurements of the new tun

 

[Jaybird]

My careless Child, that and my IC was destroyed in the same manor.

I need to order a new one but I have to get the measurements of the new tun

Oh dude that blows! Shoot me a PM when you are ready, I should have several to choose from.
Jay

 

[Jaybird]

Here is mine. I used it today for the first time and my efficiency went up about 10%(to 85) over what I was getting in my cooler with copper manifold.

Nice looking kettle, Glad to hear the efficency went up. The 15" false bottom will do that. My first batch I did w/ one I ended up 15% heavy on the OG. It's a problem I liked having
Thanks for posting a pic!
Jay

 

[Cyprus]

Do you have any pictures of the diptube assembly? Is it made from a stainless tube and fittings?
I am also going to be direct firing my mash. Do you think I should have some spacers built on the bottom?

 

[Jaybird]

Do you have any pictures of the diptube assembly? Is it made from a stainless tube and fittings?
I am also going to be direct firing my mash. Do you think I should have some spacers built on the bottom?

The diptube is copper and brass built to fit. If you are direct firing I would go w/ the 15" and no you dont need spacers, that is if your using a converted keg.
Jay

 

[humann_brewing]

I am in the market to convert a keg into a mash/tun. I currently have a 10G cooler with false bottom.

What are peoples experience making this move and what do I need. You said that a 15" would fit, I didn't realize it was that big and does it have to be hinged and what is the purpose of the hinge, make it easier to get out??? I am thinking about the dip tube as well.

 

[Jaybird]

I am in the market to convert a keg into a mash/tun. I currently have a 10G cooler with false bottom.

What are peoples experience making this move and what do I need. You said that a 15" would fit, I didn't realize it was that big and does it have to be hinged and what is the purpose of the hinge, make it easier to get out??? I am thinking about the dip tube as well.

You don't have to use the 15", the 12" will work as well for the keg. You will see a better efficency w/ the 15" and you can direct heat without worring about scortching.
The hinge is so you don't have to cut the entire top off the keg to get it in or out, it lets you fold it to get it in the top of the keg.
Cheers
Jay

 

[humann_brewing]

You don't have to use the 15", the 12" will work as well for the keg. You will see a better efficency w/ the 15" and you can direct heat without worring about scortching.
The hinge is so you don't have to cut the entire top off the keg to get it in or out, it lets you fold it to get it in the top of the keg.
Cheers
Jay

ahh, that sounds good, I am in the 82-86% range with my current setup. I don't know if I would want to increase that but the ability to direct heat would be nice.

Do you have any pictures of your dip tubes for a 15" hinge false bottom?

 

[SamuraiSquirrel]

I'm looking at these and am a little confused. It looks like there is a gap between the keg wall and the edges of the false bottom. What stops the grain from getting down the edge along the keg wall and getting sucked up?

 

[SamuraiSquirrel]

Currently using a cooler mash tun with false bottom but looking to convert as I just acquired a keg to convert.

 

[Boar Beer]

Used this 19.25 in baby only once but it is a great quality

This went into a 44 gallon Rubbermaid barrel that we are using for a mash tun.

You can see more at

https://www.homebrewtalk.com/f51/squam-lakes-brewery-pictures-144764/

 

[Jaybird]

Ahhhh.... A thing of beauty!

 

[Jaybird]

ahh, that sounds good, I am in the 82-86% range with my current setup. I don't know if I would want to increase that but the ability to direct heat would be nice.

Do you have any pictures of your dip tubes for a 15" hinge false bottom?

I am working on some pictures I will PM a few of the people that have bought them and see if they can post up a picture or two

I'm looking at these and am a little confused. It looks like there is a gap between the keg wall and the edges of the false bottom. What stops the grain from getting down the edge along the keg wall and getting sucked up?

gravity and weight. The false bottom sits directly on the bottom of the keg very little grain gets by.

Currently using a cooler mash tun with false bottom but looking to convert as I just acquired a keg to convert.

The 15" is a great false bottom for the converted keg as you get great surface area.
Cheers
Jay

 

[Jaybird]

Bump.. For good measure

 

[Jaybird]

Next 10 people get free shipping on a 15" or smaller False Bottom.
Cheers
Jay

 

[DavidSteel]

Next 10 people get free shipping on a 15" or smaller False Bottom.
Cheers
Jay

wat. 10 people?

 

[Jaybird]

wat. 10 people?

10 people that want to order a 15" hinged stainless false bottom or smaller.
Jay

 

[mplutodh1]

I'm in for another - let me know how much and I'll send ya the paypal.

Thanks Jay - these things are awesome!

 

[humann_brewing]

PM sent,

Also how would you hook up the dip tube to the coupler? a compression fitting? If so, anyone have a part number for mcmaster?

I am guessing 1/2" male NPT x ?? compression fitting

 

[mplutodh1]

PM sent,

Also how would you hook up the dip tube to the coupler? a compression fitting? If so, anyone have a part number for mcmaster?

I am guessing 1/2" male NPT x ?? compression fitting

Depending on your coupler/fittings ... We're planning on using a Type 316 SS Yor-Lok Tube Fitting Adapter for 1/2" Tube OD X 1/2" NPT Male Pipe (Item #5182k135). And then just using some copper tubing as the dip tube. Some use stainless but we'll have a big roll of copper from our heat exchanger. Not sure if this fitting will work with Jay's dip tube assembly but I'm sure he'll chime in. Love the quality of the FB we got from him recently - sturdy is all I can say!

 

[Jaybird]

PM sent,

Also how would you hook up the dip tube to the coupler? a compression fitting? If so, anyone have a part number for mcmaster?

I am guessing 1/2" male NPT x ?? compression fitting

Yep a compression fitting works dandy. I have a pipe bender that bends a very tight 90* and I build them to fit your kettle. All I need is a few measurments from you.

Depending on your coupler/fittings ... We're planning on using a Type 316 SS Yor-Lok Tube Fitting Adapter for 1/2" Tube OD X 1/2" NPT Male Pipe (Item #5182k135). And then just using some copper tubing as the dip tube. Some use stainless but we'll have a big roll of copper from our heat exchanger. Not sure if this fitting will work with Jay's dip tube assembly but I'm sure he'll chime in. Love the quality of the FB we got from him recently - sturdy is all I can say!

you bet that fitting will work. I drill the hole in the false bottom to your spec. If you want a 1/2" of 5/8" or what ever you just let me know and I will drill it for you.
Cheers
Jay

 

[Jaybird]

2 down 8 to go! Free shipping on the best damn 15" hinged FB out there (so I have been told ) $80 to your door!
Cheers
Jay

 

[humann_brewing]

I was thinking since the 15" puts a significant space between the grain bed and bottom of the keg, how does that effect mashing lower amounts for like a 5 gallon batch if a lot of the water is not in contact with the grain or is it not that much and I am crazy?