Anvil Foundry All Grain Brewing System Unboxing
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- Опубліковано 28 лип 2024
- Unboxing, strike water heating, & boil test on the dual voltage Anvil Foundry All Grain Brewing System. The foundry has several features that truly set it apart from the competition.
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Great, thorough review, as always! Looks like a solid system - nice work, Brian!
Thanks!!
Thanks Brian, I'm looking into this system and your review was very helpful! Much appreciated!
Glad it helped!! 👍🍻
I love how long the coil bounced after you took it out. Great unboxing.🍻
Yeah. I was cracking up as I watched it.
Excellent introduction with a lot of insights with a great instructional style. Looking forward to seeing more videos from Brian.
Thanks! Lots more videos on the channel! 👍🍻
Somebody get this man a proper boxcutter! Thanks for checking the timing and temps for 120v. I still have my propane setup, so I can heat the water quickly and efficiently before moving it over to this system. The fact that this would work now, and be an all in one with future upgrade plans to 220v is appealing.
Nice touch with the “foundry” playing in the background! Great review Brian, you have me shopping again. And yes on the stainless head option.
Haha!! Thanks for noticing that!! I thought it would be cool, rather than a black screen or my logo bouncing around! Cheers Paul! 👍🍻
The double wall design is a fantastic idea looks like Anvil built a solid system, well done Brian. Cheers
Thanks Eric!
Hi Brian.Thanks for such a great video on this System.I'm a real novice as far as brewing is concerned.I have brewed in the past with my propane cooker using kits and made some good brew,but that was years back and i'm looking at this anvil foundry set up and watching you go through the system including your 240 adapter on other vid was really good.Thank you kindly.
Your very welcome! Thanks for the feedback! 👍🍻
Great overview as per usual Brian. I have, and love my little Anvil pump, and would LOVE to see a stainless steel head with 1/2” threads.
Another vote!! Cheers Paul!! 👍🍻
Great review! I received mine on Friday, haven’t brewed on it yet. Planning to use it for 5 gallon batches so i don’t have to always fire up the big herms rig. Currently have a 20 gallon 3 vessel herms system that i use for 10 & 15 gallon batches. Looking forward to the 120v to 240v adapter build.
Great option for that!! I will be doing the video shortly.. Cheers! 👍🍻
i cant stop watching that chiller
HAHA!
Great video, Brian. I haven’t used the pump yet, but I think a stainless head would be a great option. Can’t wait to unpack my Foundry system and give it a go!
Awesome! Let me know what you think of it! 👍🍻
I was looking at the small batch version of this, thanks so much for the review, I think I will get it!!!
Awesome it seems like it will be solid for sure! 👍🍻
@@ShortCircuitedBrewers I was first looking at the small batch version, then I found they have a riser for the 10 gallon machine for small batches. Do you know anything about using it?
@@randallbitner9359 several people in the Facebook group have had success with the collar that fits inside the basket. Essentially making it the same as the small system basket. 👍🍻
Great review and love the system. I agree having the option to buy a SS pump head would be great.
More votes!! I knew it!! Cheers! 👍🍻
A Stainless Steel Head is something I would purchase at the time I purchase the full system. I see they now offer it! great job in suggesting quality to the system.
I actually have a video coming up on that. Stay tuned! 👍🍻
I’m going to have to talk to a friend at work. He and his friends own a local brewery in the East Bay of San Francisco. Nice review video. New subscriber here from 2TEN90 Brewing. We will be watching.
Thanks pepper!! Cheers! 👍🍻
I have the anvil pump! And i 2nd they need to make a SS head for the pump!!!!! I use that pump for my sparge and cleaning... great unboxing video Cheers
HA!! There are 2 votes now! Time to start a change.org petition!! Lol Cheers Kenny! 🍻👍
Whaaat?! This is perfect, better than the mash n boil, and I didn't even know it existed!
Lol just came out!!
Took a couple years, but Anvil/Blichman heard you and released a stainless steel head! Ordered mine yesterday!
Haha!! YES!! I have one on the way too! I told them "it's about damn time!!" 👍🍻
I cant stop watching that chiller bounce up and down, like a dog panting ready to go...LOL
Lol right!! It's so damn funny! 👍🍻
I just bought the pump and I would love to have a stainless head as well as adding quick disconnects or cam locks for ease of use.
Another vote!! I love it! Thank for commenting! Cheers! 👍🍻
Bro, seeing your phone above the lip of the kettle in this video is giving me the heebie jeebies after dropping my own phone this weekend into my kettle right at the beginning of the hot break.
Hahaha. Camera tricks!! It wasn't over the kettle.. That scarea the $hit out of me too! Lol 👍🍻
using an adapter pig-tail to switch to 240v like you did is something that is used my almost every dual-voltage welders
Nice!!
Recently bought an Anvil Foundry. They have made a few changes. I think for the better.
Yes! Always good to see improvements! 👍🍻
I wished I would it have seen this video yesterday, I would it have used your link :-(. Just ordered yesterday from Great Fermentation, they have free shipping.
No problem. I hope he enjoys the system! Cheers! 👍🍻
Just got my Anvil - comes with a 240v plug installed now and a 240 to 120 pig tail.
Yeah that's a great thing they've done! 👍🍻
great job, thanks.
Thanks for the feedback!
That’s two new systems you’ll need to brew on now.
I know.. 1st world problems!! I do have 2 three keg kegerators to fill so I need to brew!!
Another great review - been waiting for this one, system looks to fit my needs perfectly. Really like the 110 \ 240 option. Question - I typically do 2.5 gallon batches so the smaller version seems logical but..... I could see doing some 5 gallon batches in the future. Do you see any issues doing 2.5 gallon batches in the 10 gallon version ?
Not really an issue to do 2.5 gallons.. I would just do a no sparge method.. The manual includes the volumes for that as well. Probably meant for the smaller version but it would work on the 10 gallon as well. 👍🍻
Really nice review as always Brian. You are clearly progressive in your photography here. Nice use of lighting also. I wish could do dialogue on the fly like you do! My style is very different but I like the way you present with different angles and close ups. I can't buy this in Europe but I watched all the same :) How does this compare to Brewzilla in terms of price, quality and brew experience?
Thanks David! I will have to let you know on the performance one I brew. If it is as accurate as they claim it will be serious competition for the ROBOBREW. There will be a brew day where we find out!! Love your videos and style too David.. You do way more fancy graphics and motion than I do.. Good stuff! Cheers! 👍🍻
I can’t help but stare at the bouncing coil. Lol. Mesmerizing.
Boing Boing!! Lol
So this system looks very similar to the Brewers Edge Mash and Boil but with a slightly larger water capacity. I do like the look of the Anvil Malt Pipe way more than the Mash and Boils though. I believe both have a 16lb grain capacity though.
Yep the systems all have some limitations. I like the controller on the Anvil a lot! 👍🍻
Thanks for another great video, Brian! Even though it may not be necessary...do you have an example of how one could use the equipment profile in BS with one/both of the systems?
I will do one in the very near future. Great question! 👍🍻
I would order without a pump, then buy a riptide. Like the idea of the needle valve flow control. Would eliminate the wingnut gadget on the hose...
Yes sir it would. Then make my DIY sparge arm and go from there!
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Is this the one I was told to “stay tuned” for? 😉
It was!!
@@ShortCircuitedBrewers Thank you for all that you do!
@@markmcnair5864 no problem, I enjoy it its a labor of love 👍🍻
I totally want a stainless head for that pump, when my pump goes out I'm going to buy one...
I told them we'll see how they react to all the positive votes!! 👍🍻
Great review as usual. What do you think about being able to skip the malt pipe and use it as an e-biab vessel?
Sure you could do that.. The elements are ULWD so you probably.. I can't say for sure.. Not have any bag scorching. You could get more grain in that way if that's where you're going with the thought process. Thanks for watching and commenting! Cheers! 👍🍻
Unit takes 11.6A/13.6A on 120/240VAC respectively. 12awg cord would have more than enough ampacity. You would need a 20A single pole or 20A double pole gcfi at 240VAC to make this an NEC code compliant device/setup.
Let's not forget the GFCI. Cheaper on 120VAC with a GFCI plug, way more $$$ for GFCI 240V breaker sadly.
Your adapter is perfectly suitable alternative from cutting the power cord. What makes your setup dangerous, your 240VAC line is overbreakered at 30A. If anything happened, it potentially be going snap crackle pop far longer than at 20A
Yes all of that is correct. I will be recommending a 20 amp circuit when I do my video.. And stressibg the GFCI for sure.
What I wish they would do for these systems that can I switch between 110/220 is to use a cannon/ or barrel lock cables for both standards, with three extra pins that act as 2 way jumper so system automatically knows wether 110/220 is supplied, eliminating a extra switch and end user modification, something about cutting a cable on a new product isn't comforting lol. Also these systems in general seem tall and narrow, any issues with keeping consistent stable mash temps throughout the malt pipe without stratification? Even in my current kettle being tall and narrow (though not as much as this) and I have issues with temp swings from bottom to stop.
Yeah that would be a great option! My jumper works fine for me. 👍🍻
I have this system, and have used it a few times at this point. The only drawback I see so far is the pump. It has a plastic pump head so you can not use the pump when the water is boiling. I would like to be able to pump the boiling wort through the pump and hoses to sterilize them prior to using the pump to pump out the cooler wort once I'm done boiling. I suppose 160 degrees is still hot enough to kill the nasties after an hour or so of recirculating, so maybe that's not a big deal. I still would prefer a stainless steel pump head...
Nothing wrong with letting a little near boiling wort through the pump.The only reason. It's not recommended to recirculate boiling wort is cavitation. I do it all the time with no problem. 👍🍻
@@ShortCircuitedBrewers Good to know, thanks. You are right that it should be "near boiling" as opposed to "boiling" due to the cavitation issue. Thanks again, and keep up the good work in these reviews and how-to's!
@@1947wdx 👍🍻
I’ve always wanted a stronger boil with my 120v system. (despite people telling me a gentle boil is all you need) At first glance this looks like a possible cost effective 240v solution while still keeping the mash in the Grainfather. Allowing me to still use the Connect controller for delayed start, mashing, recirculating and Bluetooth/recipe capabilities . Or do you think I could build a 240v boil kettle and control panel for less? What do you think?
A simple controller maybe?? It would be pretty close in price by the time you got it done. 👍🍻
Did they end up changing to a steel head? Great video, thanks, man!
Nope still food safe plastic... I'm still asking... Lol
Awesome that you can kind of switch this system from 120 to 240 so easily. Do you know if a similar capability exists for other all in one systems like Robobrew, Grainfather, or Mash and Boil?
It does not. It has to be designed into the machine. Which I think is really smart on Anvil's part. I think it is great, you could brew at home on 240 then take it to your buddies house and brew on 120 in the garage. 👍🍻
Thanks for the review. I'm look at this Anvil system as compared to the Robobrew V3 and the Brewer's Edge. I'm sure there's pros and cons to each. Which would you recommend?
Anvil for sure. The ability to run on dual voltage as well as the true PID temp control make it my recommendation. 👍🍻
Nice review Brian,i suspect the reason for cutting off the plug is that its not 240v rated and would burn out on you first use @ 240v.
Not the case. The 240V option uses less amperage than the 120V version. The plug is rated for 300 volts as well it perfectly fine. Cheers! 👍🍻
A stainless steel head on the anvil pump that I have would be a great addition.
Another vote!! I knew it! 👍🍻
Being an owner of the Mash & Boil, did you see a drastic difference in temperature differential ? The M&B has a range of +/- 5 Degrees which can be quite a nuisance if one is very particular about precise mash temperatures. The anvil website describes their unit to be within a 1 degree difference. Both units are very similar especially the cosmetics of the electric controller even though the display itself is vastly different. Would love to upgrade to a slightly larger unit with higher Wattage output?
This "should" Be much more accurate than that. I will report back once I brew on it. 👍🍻
@@ShortCircuitedBrewers hopefully it is though both units are "eerily" identical !! Looking forward to your Foundry Anvil follow-up/brew video. Cheers
This was a very good video. I am looking for an all in one and it looks to me like the Anvil,Digi Boil.Breweres edge and Robobrew are all made in the same factory with slight differences? I see the DigiBoil as low as 159.00 and Brewers edge 259 and that's both without the pump. Do you know if there is that much difference between the 4 that I mentioned? I am on a very tight budget .
Thank You
All of the other single brewing systems do not have the accurate PID control that the Anvil does. That is the main thing that sets them apart from the foundry. The foundry is the only one out of the bunch that has the ability to run on two different voltages as well. The anvil is not made in the same factory as the rest of the units. one other detail is that the anvil is double wall for better insulation none of the other units are double walled. Hope that helps! 👍🍻
@@ShortCircuitedBrewers AIH have a sale going on now for the Brewers Edge for $199 so I picked one up last week. I don't think the temperature on the control reflects the actual temperature of the grain itself as I have noticed others used an instant thermometer through the mash and it stayed consistent or within a couple of degrees to what it was set to. I do have a Johnson A49 controller that is good up to 15 Amps and I could put the probe in the mash. I don't brew only about 2 times a month so I don't think heat loss with be a big concern as I have insulated blankets I use for smoking meat in the winter outside if needed but I will be doinf all my Brewing indoors this Winter. I really enjoy watching your Videos and know it takes time to do Thanks!
Great video!
Would love to see a brew day on this setup.
Do you have an estimate of total electric consumption for a whole batch?
Thank you!
It will vary based on your Kwph price. But for me it is less than $1. Brew day coming soon!! 👍🍻
@@ShortCircuitedBrewers Wow! That is cheap... Do you have a Kw/h number? So I could estimate, as you said, based on my kw/h price, my cost.
@@OmardeVanssay the unit on 240v is 2800 watts which converts to 2.8kwh for one one hour of continuous usage. So multiply the 2.8 by amount you pay for electric. (Avg price in the USA is $.12 per kWh) = $.34 for one hour of operation.
@@ShortCircuitedBrewers Thank you very much!!!! That would be $.44/hour for me. Excellent! Thank you again!
Any chance you'll be getting your hands on the small version for testing? I was looking into one for small batches.
Thanks
Let me see what I can do! 😎
Got one on the way.. Watch for the video soon! 😎👍🍻
New gadget!!
Toys!!!
S.S head is a no brainier, makes total sense.
I agree!! Another vote!! 👍🍻
how do you feel this compares to a robobrew 3.0/3.1? i was originally looking into a robobrew after seeing one at a local brew day, but then i came across the foundry...... Still a rookie brewer only have 2 brews under my belt on stove top (partial mash). but really would like to transition over to one of these electrics for ease of brew day and try all grain. both seem to be price the same but this one seems to have a few more perks. could you offer your opinion of the two?
The Robobrew has a somewhat programmable controller (step mashing, more advanced so you may not care about that) they both perform well. A couple of things I like about the anvil over the Robobrew. The controller is more accurate since tt uses a different type of control. Another thing is the pump is modular, son if you get a clog you can take it apart clean it out and keep going. I will say if you watch my next video on it I did a NEIPA with a fair amount of hops and had no issue with clogging. And lastly, you can use the anvil with 240v at 2800 watts which makes that thing a beast with a fast brew day. Unfortunately the anvil is on back order right now so you'd have to wait a little bit for it to come in. Hope that helps! Thanks for watching! 👍🍻
@@ShortCircuitedBrewers awesome! And thanks for the quick reply! Great information!!! I do believe I will get the anvil! I dont mind not having the step mashing so this would be perfect! I'll probably start off with the 120v for the time being. But either way jam up review, and very informative! I'll keep my eyes out when it comes off backorder!
Does the foundry malt pipe fit in the robobrew? If it does, I might try to buy a “replacement” malt pipe from anvil.
It would fit inside, however the foundry is taller than the Robobrew so I doubt the lid would fit with the malt pipe in. I can check for sure and let you know. 👍🍻
Thank you!
The recirculation arm looked kind of awkward. I'd like to see you actually use this including sparging.
I don't think I would use it for sparging. The sparge recommendation is 1 gallon.. I would just pour it over the basket.
@randsterama yeah, that's what this screen is for, to break up the flow and make it into a pattern as it goes over the grain bed.
thoughts between this and the clawhammer??
Both capable systems. The claw hammer does have replaceable element, sensors, etc. So there is some advantages to that.
What if the minimum batch size with this. Would be very interested in doing 2.5 - 3.5 gallon batches
Don't see an issue with that.. HOWEVER I did not mention that they have a smaller system with the same. Specs just smaller size for doing the batch size you want.. The links will take you there.. 👍🍻
@@ShortCircuitedBrewers yeah, I want to have the option to still do full size batches. Also, I have a 240v outlet in the garage that would be silly not to utilize
@@rmedved84 definitely!
Brian, how would you compare the build quality to the Robobrew?
I think it is pretty close as far as actual construction. The controller IMO is quite a bit more advanced. If there is a difference in the actual metal thickness, it isn't much. The double wall kettle is a nice feature that gives it a bit more rigidity. Cheers Mark!! 👍🍻
Short Circuited Brewers do you know if the “double wall insulation” means there is some kind of insulator between the walls or is it simply two layers of metal? I wonder how well it would hold mash temps if a user did not have the recirc kit.
@@johnrankin6044 I think there is insulation between I am not 100% sure. I think it would hold temps well. I will tell you after the 240v boil test it sat for about 4 hours and when I came back it was still about 180.. That seems pretty good to me.
how do you control a boil over?
Turn the pwr percentage down. If you hit power while boiling and press + it turns the element off completely... then hit - and it will go back to boil, or alternately a spray bottle.. 👍🍻
thanks i am guessing one would get use to how to control that. i am use to collecting 7 gallons of wort after sparging. How can i see that i have 7 gallons to start my boil? Thank's for your replys. i subbed@@ShortCircuitedBrewers
Thanks for the great question and the sub!! 👍🍻
My Westie dog named Barlow was watching this video from beginning to end but to be fair loves TV and videos in general. People don't believe me till I send video as proof. We have to limit his TV time as he is obsessive.
Lol
Little let down that there's no overflow provision for mashing in. But overall, decent system. Nice review!
Don't need one.. So they say.. Thanks for the comment👍🍻
@@ShortCircuitedBrewers No-one ever needs the overflow... right up until the moment that they do. It's meant as an emergency provision. Only needed 1 in a thousand times... but on that 1001st time, you'll miss it if it's gone.
The screen fits into the mash basket during recirculation and prevents grain from overflowing over the top of the mash basket. Is that the over-flow you're talking about?
@@steventrott8714 no - referring to a center overflow tube in the event that the mash compacts too much and gets stuck
Upon unboxing of my Foundry 10.5 two days ago...The eyebolt for the recirculation kit was not threaded...OOPS. No way to attach it to the perforated screen. Also the included 4 feet of silicone hose for the pump...Only 3 feet long! OOPS. So not enough to complete the job. Went out and bought them.. Today was brew day..Mash and recirculation went well. ALL went well until the Foundry 10.5 completely died when it hit 198 degrees..No clue why..I assume the fuse on the unit?? It is not power related from the source. Power to the unit is fine, but the unit is dead??
Did you check the reset button on the bottom?
I did check that after seeing your video..No change to status. I tried to unscrew the fuse, it just spins in place, won’t disengage. Waiting till after the holiday to contact Blichmann/Anvil. Thanks again for videos!
@@scottpeters8966 sure! Please let me know how it goes!! I . Interested to see what they do. 👍🍻
Iv been looking on all the sites about this system and can’t find if it is aluminum or stainless steel? I would assume stainless steel but wouldn’t want to buy it and use a harmful chemical to clean it an ruin it.
Definitely stainless. 304 I think?
It's about $70 to expensive when compared to the robobrew or mash and boil
Trey Sullivan I picked mine up for $369 on Friday. Keep in mind, it’s double insulated so you don’t need a neoprene jacket like you do with the other systems.
It also comes with the hoses for the chiller, and it also looks to be way more accurate at holding mash temp which is important in my opinion.
For 120 use, does Anvil give any input as to whether a standard 15 amp outlet/breaker is ok or do they recommend 20amp?
15 amp breaker is plenty, just make sure you are using a GFCI outlet.
I have the pump. I like the pump. I’d buy a stainless steel head.
3 votes!! 👍🍻
stainless pump head please.
Another vote!!
Pump is good just really would prefer a stainless steel head on it. Give the people what they want.
I hear ya!! Lol John Blichmann.. Are you listening!! Lol 👍🍻
Short Circuited Brewers thanks Brian worst comes to worst re tool the design so the ports can be either have plastic threaded or have a stainless npt sleeve over the ports
That wort chiller is twerking for the camera,ha. Looks like a nice system.
Lol.. Kelly watched the video and was almost crying laughing.. She said it looks like an excited kid.. Lol "Can we brew.. Huh... Huh can we.. Can we?? I am interested to see how it performs on a brew day. Cheers Travis!! 👍🍻
That TV is really distracting my attention ;/
I wondered if it would.. Sorry 😔 Hopefully you enjoy the video..
Agree, I too found it distracting. Looked like a steel forge.
@@carlkessler303 thanks for the feedback.. Will help me with future videos. 👍🍻
I tuned it out. But I did find a new channel to check out! I love videos like that.
@@ShortCircuitedBrewers a static photo or slide show would probably be better.
Stainless steel pump head!!! Tell them we’re willing to pay for it
I know!! I'm telling them again!!
It looks a bit unpractical with that tight diameter and tall shape but $400 for a 10 gallon system at least it's good value for money.
Not too bad, in my opinion, I will reserve my complete and full opinion until I brew on it.
Stainless Steel, please!
Yes!! 👍🍻
YES, Cut the cord. If you want to use 120V buy another $2 plug and put back on. NOT safe to use adapter
Noooo don't cut it . Lol 😁
Dude, this needs a stainless steel head on the pump!
I keep telling them!! 👍🍻
Im mesmerized by the TV program on behind you....kept having to rewind. What channel is that? Modern Creative search doesnt bring anything relevant...
Anvil is made in China, so that's a big NOPE from this brewer.
What are you using now that's not made in China? Most brewing equipment made there. Some might be "finished" or assembled here but I'm not sure there is 100% America made brewing systems out there. Bit each there own I suppose. 👍🍻