Gusmedic
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Hey all, I'm going in a couple of days to get my first keg system. But as I'm learning the ropes, I spoke with someone I know who sets up Professional keg systems at major events. He says all their liquid lines are 5/16" and they commonly use approx 7-9' per line but can sometimes need very long runs. He was surprised to learn homebrewers commonly use 3/16" line. Most of their stuff is also in the 10-12 psi range.
What the difference and why would a balanced system with 3/16" line work in our typical setup but given the same pressures he needs 5/16? He's dealing with barrel kegs not soda kegs, but why would that make a difference?
I also ask because he's got plenty of beer line he can give me, but it's 5/16. Most ball lock liquid adapters are also setup with either 3/16 or 1/4 barbs right?
What the difference and why would a balanced system with 3/16" line work in our typical setup but given the same pressures he needs 5/16? He's dealing with barrel kegs not soda kegs, but why would that make a difference?
I also ask because he's got plenty of beer line he can give me, but it's 5/16. Most ball lock liquid adapters are also setup with either 3/16 or 1/4 barbs right?