Mini Keg Tap System with Steel Dip tube
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- Опубліковано 9 жов 2020
- This is an update to my original tap system: • Mini Keg with Ball Loc...
The problem was the dip tube however, thanks to Jake (He commented on the video). That problem is solved!
You can use a steel dip tube from a standard keg and it works great!
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Please let me know if you try this and how it works for you!
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Hi would you be able to do a parts list of whats needed please
Hi Wayne, I’ve got the parts listed in the description of this video here: ua-cam.com/video/IZWoxcPLInA/v-deo.html
I’ve also got them listed on the website. You can find the link in the description of the video as well. Let me know if you need more help!
Would the 2" stainless steel nipple from the original build work with this dip tube method?
Yes absolutely! I just found these PVC nipples online for a good deal. Any food grade 1/4 inch by 2 inch nipple will work.
I am building one of these, Just waiting for the last part to arrive but question how long would you expect the beer to last with this set up? I just have events with a large gap between them and a normal keg system would be fine would you expect this to be okay?
That’s awesome! I’d love to hear how it works for you once you get it set up. If you keep it under pressure (10-12 PSI) and in a fridge I would guess it will last up to 6 months. I’ve never kept one longer than about 6 weeks and it stayed fresh. Good luck!
@@MyProjectWeekend Great thats the sort of time I was hoping for. It means my normal use I can use the party keg the way I need too.
Mine going to be a bit more DIY as getting the correct connectors is a pain (Ireland) so I have to use the size up and then reducers because that was easier -_- and the only way to get them before xmas.
But i let you know
Why can’t the original dispenser in the mini keg be used to serve the beer? Then, just a co2 connection at the top would be needed? Thanks!
Hey Ken, great minds think alike! I actually made another system that does exactly that! You can see it here: ua-cam.com/video/6Lr5Gh04F_I/v-deo.html
Do you build these and sell them?
I sold one a long time ago. Do you want some help getting the parts?
with the new better quality keg..can you see yourself ever really using this one again? Just curious what would be better or difference thanks
Honestly I use them both. However, if I didn’t enjoy the creative aspect of putting the system together I would have just gone with the better quality one from the beginning. Are you thinking about getting a mini keg for your homebrew?
@@MyProjectWeekend yea thats basically why I was following your vids and kept seeing you improve it and then you got that premade small keg which looks way better/functionality as well. But the handles and size look bigger than the small 5L home made one. So i think the premade better one is a better investment for long term..loved all the videos btw!
Awesome thanks! There are a few options for mini kegs now that use ball locks systems and work great. They come in variety is sizes and cost about the same as my DIY mini keg system. Happy brewing and thanks for the conversation!
@@MyProjectWeekend 1 quick question..did you ever find a better sugar amount to prime the keg itself for more carbonation? It seems to have fallen flat in the 2 vids..or.have you only been using co2? Can we get a video of a stronger carbonation inside the keg with extra sugar than before and see if it gives a better carbonation than i think it was 12grams of sugar you used? Interested in this home made keg only to carb inside without the use of a c02 tanks..but i do like a slightly stronger carb on my beer..
Thanks!
Yeah that’s a good idea! I can do some more tests on adding more priming sugar for increased co2.
I want to know about how much this costs, because it is definitely a really cool project that I could use to bring some small kegs of beer to people...when we're finally allowed to go out again that is.
It’s about $50 for all the fittings. Then another $100-$150 for the dual gauge regulator and CO2 Tank. If cost is an issue then you can use priming sugar to carbonate the kegs and reduce the price significantly. Let me know if you have other questions! Thanks.
@@MyProjectWeekend This is a very interesting project, just two quick questions.. First, if I carbonate with sugar I would need co2 capsules to push the beer out, right? And second, why vertical orientation for the T and not horizontal? In this video you are using the the steel dip/deep (sorry I couldn't get the difference in spelling) tube, but in an older video you use a vinyl tubing.. The T in horizontal position would work, right?