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dstar26t

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I'm looking into perhaps doing an in-line oxygenation set-up hooked to the end of the CFC. My main reason for doing this is to try and boost attenuation. I do mostly 6-8% ABV IPA's with WLP001 and routinely get 75% attenuation with my current procedure (shaking, 1.25 gal non-stir plate starters, 68F fermentation temp).
Will I see positive results?
 
You probably won't see stellar improvements since you are already getting 75% attenuation. It may reduce your lag time a bit though. And certainly wouldn't hurt anything.
 
I get very short lag times now but I suppose another benefit to oxygenation would be the reduced risk of infection from the unfiltered air that rushes in when I shake the carboy.
 
I get very short lag times now but I suppose another benefit to oxygenation would be the reduced risk of infection from the unfiltered air that rushes in when I shake the carboy.

You may have a point there, but I can't say just how great that risk really is in practicality. I guess if you brew in a very dusty place, or if you are milling your grains at the same time.
 
I always use Mr. Malty's recommendation for a starter.
Corn sugar is what I use now to regulate attenuation. I have it to a point where I can predict exactly what amount of corn sugar to add in order to reach a specific attenuation %. I'm looking for another option and thought oxygenation might be it.
 
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