Two keg system CO2 Regulator

[calamkin]

Hello. I am new to the site and new to kegging.

I am taking up homebrewing again after a layoff and want to keg. I have seen the double regulators that allow for different PSI in two different kegs. Is there a good reason to buy this or is a single regulator with a two way manifold ok for two kegs?

I know nothing about kegging but am about to purchase a set up and then figure it out. Thanks for any help or tips!

 

[JasonInBTR]

The only reason to get more than one body is to carb to style. If you'd like an IPA and a wheat on tap at the same time you'll probably want dual bodies. If all you drink is ales carbed to 2.4 then just get a single. You can always add a secondary reg at a later time but usually at a higher net cost.

It's also nice to have a second set at 30psi to seal kegs, purge carboys, etc.

Jason

 

[calamkin]

Thanks for the information.

 

[BoxofRain]

I use one regulator for serving and one for utility use, like Jason said. It's good to have if you want to move beer, set a keg lid or burst carb for a day or so. I guess I would use it if a style calls for a much different carb volume while serving.

 

[calamkin]

Thanks again for the info. I will brew several different styles, so will probably get the double regulator. Is there a chart or listing that shows the different volume levels per style?