using grolsch gasket to stop leak in mash tun

[beerhound28]

Hello everyone
I just assembled a mash tun from parts lying around..I have a 10 gallon cooler,ball valve,2 SS barb adapters and i went and bought a SS water supply braid,anyway after i assembled it i filled it with water, i am got a small leak.Now instead of going and buying a cooler conversion kit or spending anymore money.I just cut a grolsch gasket to fit over the threads to make a better seal..It did the job .But i wonder if the rubber will leach bad things into the brew..what do you all think?..i believe the material of grolsch gaskets are pure gum rubber..cheers all

 

[friday]

You should be ok, it's food grade rubber. Even if it leaches a bit it's a small amount it should be ok, and it certainty won't poison you.

 

[beerhound28]

You should be ok, it's food grade rubber. Even if it leaches a bit it's a small amount it should be ok, and it certainty won't poison you.

Now that i think about it,i believe its the same rubber as carboy stoppers.Only thing is it will be exposed to heat..maybe if i just boil a gasket then cool the water and taste it.Thats probably the only sure fire way to find out..thanks for you input

 

[friday]

It's a gasket use for beer bottles. It's not a camel turd or jb weld, you will be just fine.