No need for a keggle cutting jig..

[poislb]

Just place the grinder guard against the rim of the keg, lay the back of the grinder on the lid and just follow the circle...it's that easy..just thought I would share...perfect circle every time and ya get in closer than ya would with a jig..

 

[buzz1670]

I cut slots in the leftover ring and then bent them up.Cut a little where the weld is and snap them off.A little touch up with a grinder and you have the whole top gone.

 

[MNSmitty]

Thats exactly how I did mine. Works slick.

 

[poptarts]

I agree, this is the fastest and easiest way. And that looks like you are cutting up a brand new keg, for the cost of that thing you should have bought a pot if that is the case.

 

[flars]

Those fingers look terribly close to the cutting wheel.

 

[MNSmitty]

Im sure he's just holding it there to take a pic. I cant imagine trying to run a grinder one handed, holding it like that, and trying to take a pic all at once.

 

[Johnnyhitch1]

I agree, this is the fastest and easiest way. And that looks like you are cutting up a brand new keg, for the cost of that thing you should have bought a pot if that is the case.

How do you know what he paid for it?

Ive seen 5 year old kegs look brand spankin new with a little spit shine.

Thx for the tip OP, will be using it with my upgrade later this year.

 

[k1ngl1ves]

What kind of cutting wheel did you use?

 

[poislb]

Ya can find it at menards, there specifically for SS or hard metals and will say that right on the disc/wheel. There like 3 bucks a piece. I think that brand only comes in a 3.5"

 

[passedpawn]

I see others have done the same with success. Didn't work very well for me (I ended up shattering the disc somehow). Your cut looks perfect though.

I used a simple jig for the rest (I've done 6).

BTW, if the lip of the keg is dented at all, this won't work. Here's a pic of one I did for a friend. If you look closely you'll see a big dent at the top - had to use a jig set for a smaller hole. For anyone doing this freehand, just make sure you've got a clean rim.

 

[poislb]

I see others have done the same with success. Didn't work very well for me (I ended up shattering the disc somehow). Your cut looks perfect though.

I used a simple jig for the rest (I've done 6).

BTW, if the lip of the keg is dented at all, this won't work. Here's a pic of one I did for a friend. If you look closely you'll see a big dent at the top - had to use a jig set for a smaller hole. For anyone doing this freehand, just make sure you've got a clean rim.

Yes this is true about the lip, must be clean. Also I can see how the disc shattered, it's now at a slight angle when cutting so ya have to just let the grinder do the work and don't put a lot of pressure on it. It does take longer but is an option for those who don't wanna make or have the tools to make a jig.. Good tips pass, thanks for sharing..

 

[Beernik]

I'm not sure I'd feel good about holding my grinder at that angle. I put the handle on mine and placed the guard on it in the center of the keg. It left me with a ~2.25 inch lip.

I'm debating whether I should grind it more narrow.

 

[poislb]

I'm not sure I'd feel good about holding my grinder at that angle. I put the handle on mine and placed the guard on it in the center of the keg. It left me with a ~2.25 inch lip.

I'm debating whether I should grind it more narrow.

Simple.. Since you already have a hole just use your grinder from the inside. Just use the wheel guard has a guide and follow the inside on the keg, I've done that before as we'll. piece of cake. I can take a pic of what I mean if ya need me to.

 

[Beernik]

I think I know what you mean. I think I can do it if I adjust my guard 45 degrees.

I'm going to do a double BIAB brewday next week and see how much of a PITA the lip on it is before I decide if I want to grind it down more.

 

[poislb]

Here's some pics..i have a cordless grinder so the battery lays on the side perfect. And the guard acts as a solid surface so it doesn't shift or twist.

 

[Stealthcruiser]

Here's one I made for a pneumatic grinder.

 

[DarthRaider]

Here's how I do mine with a plasma cutter.

 

[MNSmitty]

Thats like cheating. And I like it.

 

[rekoob]

Good tips.

 

[DarthRaider]

BTW,
If using plasma cutter make sure you put at minimum a few inches of water in the bottom of the keg prior to cutting the lid. This will serve as a spark arrestor inside the keg and prevent molten spray from the plasma from sticking to or pitting the bottom of the keg.

 

[acidrain]

Having cut several kegs, the best piece of advise I can give is this:
If you plan on using a lid, get that first. Cut your keg to fit the lid.
I use lids... not for brewing, but for storing... it keeps junk out of my clean system until I'm ready to brew again.

 

[Stealthcruiser]

DarthRaider.........."Where" in Georgia ?

 

[DarthRaider]

DarthRaider.........."Where" in Georgia ?

Flowery Branch area

 

[Stealthcruiser]

Noted!

Lot's of homebrewers around the Atl. area.