tubing help....

nastee_brew · Apr 13, 2014

I just got my pump. Gonna build a stand asap. I need some help with tubing. What is best and where can I get it cheapest? Also, can I have some honesty whether vinyl tubing can be used. Was thinking of braided vinyl for now since I'm already spending a lot on stand and what not. Then upgrade to silicone later.

Also, I see proflow dynamics has plastic can lock quick disconnects. Anyone have experience with it?

brewmcq · Apr 13, 2014

Go with silicone. Seriously.

This is a case of getting something that might/won't work then later upgrading to what will work.. and instead of spending two and a half bucks per foot for silicone, you wind up spending $3 or more per foot, for silicone.

http://www.bargainfittings.com/index.php?route=product/product&product_id=122

Edited to add:

Bobby's is cheaper: http://brewhardware.com/accessories-62/118-silicone5

TwoCanSam · Apr 13, 2014

I've got a lot of new 1/2" id reinforced silicone tubing that will last a lifetime and will never burst. $3.50/foot if you're interested. Made in USA too.

IslandLizard · Apr 13, 2014

Stainless Brewing has 1/2" silicone for $1.99 a foot, last time I checked.

Hot wort needs silicone. The only places where silicone is not needed is racking tubes, vinyl is fine, and your chiller's water connections.

nastee_brew · Apr 14, 2014

Thanks guys. I appreciate the offer, but I don't think I'll need reinforced, and $2 a foot is a lot cheaper. Think I may just go for it. Any idea how much I should have? Gonna make a compact 3 tier stand. Everything relatively close. Just wondering how many lines I need and average length to buy. Thanks again