Mash tun gasket

[Steve3730]

Made my first mash tun this week. I used all stainless fittings and a false bottom. I had a slight leak so i used "red rubber" or sheet rubber from work to make a gasket. I work for a plumbing house. I know the gasket will stand up to the heat and acids in the wort. Any negative effects of using this material?

 

[Hello]

As long as it is food grade and can withstand heat, it should be fine.

 

[Steve3730]

I'm not certain its food grade

 

[Stealthcruiser]

I don't think it will be an issue, at mash temps..........Just a good cleaning before installation.

 

[#p3brews]

I had a leak from all three ports on my 15 gal electric kettle and had these made. They are food grade and handle like 300-350 degrees. They may not last forever but sure made my first leakless boil a joy. they fit onto the 1.5 tri clamp mounts.