How big of a mash tun do I need is a relatively common question. The answer depends on what type of beers you want to brew (higher gravity = more grain), how large of batches you want to brew and what technique you will use to mash. Brew Hardware has put together a chart and related guide for estimating mash tun size required based on efficiency and mashing method.
Check out Brew Hardware’s Mashing Category for their full lineup of false bottoms, conversion kits [See: Hands on Review: Brew Hardware’s Cooler Mash Tun Conversion Kit] and ready made mash tuns.
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This Brew Hardware Mash Tun Conversion Kit includes everything you need to convert a 10 gallon Igloo or Home Depot Rubbermaid Cooler to a Mash Tun. Note that it does not includes a cooler.
More Info
From the product description, check product page for current description, price and availability:
12″ stainless steel domed false bottom with upgraded large ID connection elbow
One piece (Brew Hardware custom designed) machined bulkhead with interior barb
2 piece stainless ball valve – can be upgraded to 3 piece
Required length of high temp silicone tubing
Does not include cooler or barb/camlock. Barb and camlock fitting options are available under accessories on the right side of the screen.
What makes our kit different than the competition? Ugh, now we have to brag just a little. The bulkhead we include in this kit is custom machined out of hex bar stock to our exact specifications making it extremely simple to install and leak free from day one. It’s not a bunch of off the shelf parts made with half a roll of teflon tape. We also use a high flow elbow connector at the false bottom which also features a custom made smooth bore retainer. Long story short, we’ve held off on offering cooler false bottom kits for a long time until we had all the high end components described here.
Options are available both for an Igloo 10 gallon cooler and for Home Depot’s 10 gallon cooler. A complete converted option is also available. That includes the cooler along with your choice of connection fittings. In my experience it’s cheaper to grab the conversion kit from Brew Hardware and source the cooler separately. See some links to compatible coolers below.
This is the conversion kit I use and it’s… awesome. Check out my Hands on Review.
Pricing and, especially, availability can vary. Check Brew Hardware for current, description, price and availability.
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Price, promotions and availability can change quickly. Please note that product prices and availability are subject to change. Prices and availability were accurate at the time this post was published; however, they may differ from those you see when you visit the product page. Check the product page for current price, description and availability rp:bhconversion
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CIP (Clean in Place) Spray Balls are generally used for vessels that are too large to move. Since they’re too large to move you… clean them in place. If you have a larger setup, you could incorporate these into your system or routine to help clean your vessels more easily.
There are a couple of main styles of CIP spray balls stationary and rotary. Note that if you’re going to try and use this for sparging, you may want to use the fixed spray version as Sam did. You’re probably not going to get enough pressure with gravity alone to turn the rotary version.
True Weldless bulkheads are available in a number of configurations for varied applications. The 5/8″ Barb version is included in their Cooler Conversion Kit. I’ve used that extensively
If you’ve dealt with other weldless kits and bulkheads you’ll know that typically a certain finesse is required when installing. They can be a bit of a pain to to get working correctly and can require some adjustments over time to keep leaks under control. Depending on the design “just tight enough” is really close to “too tight, your o-ring just popped out”. True Weldless bulkheads – at least the style I have – are well thought out, well built and you can actually tighten them down.
A real issue with these and a lot of other stuff that Brew Hardware carries is availability. They seem to struggle. Along with that offerings can change quickly.
This post may contain affiliate links. We may make a commission when you use our links. This will never cost you extra. Thank you for supporting Homebrew Finds!
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Price, promotions and availability can change quickly. Check the product page for current price, description and availability. pst:bhtwbis
From the product description, check product page for current description, price and availability:
MoreBeer!’s Patent Pending sparge arm design is the perfect addition to almost any all grain setup! This sparge arm assembly is made completely of stainless steel and silicone, and has two adjustment points. One of these will help to hold the sparge arm against your kettle, while the other allows you to move the sparge arm up or down inside the kettle to accommodate different amounts of grain. These adjustment knobs are very easy to hand tighten and loosen, meaning no tools are necessary. Excellent for sparging as well as recirculating your mash in a RIMS or HERMS system!
To use, simply install on your kettle wall, tighten down the red stopper to hold the sparge arm in place, adjust the height of the bottom disc to be right above your grain bed but below the mash tun’s water level, and adjust the flow level using the included ball valve. This unit will not include a barb or quick disconnect on the inlet of the ball valve, as every brewery is different. Please choose an inlet attachment from the sparge arms recommended items. Note – This sparge arm will not fit on most coolers. Make sure to check out the video in the video tab below.
Features
100% stainless and silicone construction
Two adjustment knobs make it extremely universal
Included ball valve allows you to increase or decrease the flow rate during sparge or recirculation
Included check ball will prevent back flow
Can adjust from the top of your kettle to 12-13 inches down into your kettle
A single, large diameter outlet port trickles onto a stainless disc, which distributes sparge water gently and evenly. This port is also much easier to flush out and keep clean than many other sparge assemblies with multiple small holes that grain gets stuck in during recirculation
Stainless tube measures 18.5″ from the top to the bend, and 8.5″ from the bottom to the center of the distribution disc.
Can be mounted on a lip that is up to 7/8″ wide
Has a 1/2″ FPT ball valve
Limited Availability Deal of the Day: As of this posting, this is marked down to $119.95 as a MoreBeer Deal of the Day. Shipping is also free to addresses in the contiguous US with most $59 Orders. Availability: This is available today only, while supplies last. Quantities are limited. Check the MoreBeer’s Deal of the Day to check today’s offering.
Product Description – Here– Use coupon code BEERDEAL to get this discount.
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Brew Hardware has this complete mash tun on sale for $124.99.
Considering all you get, this is a great value. You get a 10 gallon Igloo cooler, Brew Hardware’s awesome Stainless Conversion Kit [Review] along with your choice of fitting (barb or camlock).
This also ships as part of Brew Hardware’s $7.99 flat rate shipping promo with a $150 order. Add on some hops to qualify for that. Or, if you’re going to place a large order, shipping is free with a $299 purchase.
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10 Gallon Cooler Mash Tun from MoreBeer. Features stainless false bottom, spigot and barb as well as FDA approved food grade plastic and FDA approved silicone tubing.
Product Description – Here – Use coupon code BEERDEAL to get this discount.
More Info
from MoreBeer…
If you want to do an all-grain beer you will love this Rubbermaid Cooler Mash Tun!
MoreBeer! makes mashing easy by converting a Rubbermaid cooler into an amazing, temperature retaining, mash tun. You’ll experience barely any temperature loss throughout your 1hr+ mash. This Mash Tun is made of the highest quality components: Rubbermaid coolers (which cost more than Igloo or imported versions from China), all stainless steel hardware, and FDA approved silicone tubing that is heat resistant to 500 degrees. And what’s more is that this product is shipped free to your door and arrives complete so that you do not have to both with assemble. Open the box and start brewing!
Includes
Best-Quality Rubbermaid insulated beverage cooler made of FDA approved food grade plastic
Stainless steel spigot installed in cooler
Stainless steel perforated false bottom pre-installed in cooler
High temp, FDA approved Silicone tubing
Stainless steel tubing connector with 3/8″ barb
Dimensions
Internal dimensions are 18.375″H x 12.875″D.
External dimensions are 20.875″H x 15.875″D with lid on.
Availability: This is a More Beer Deal of the Day. Quantities are limited. Check the Deal of the Day section – Here – to see if this is still available.
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This Brew Hardware Mash Tun Conversion Kit includes everything you need to convert a 10 gallon Igloo or Home Depot Rubbermaid Cooler to a Mash Tun. Note that it does not includes a cooler.
More Info
From the product description, check product page for current description, price and availability:
12″ stainless steel domed false bottom with upgraded large ID connection elbow
One piece (Brew Hardware custom designed) machined bulkhead with interior barb
2 piece stainless ball valve – can be upgraded to 3 piece
Required length of high temp silicone tubing
Does not include cooler or barb/camlock. Barb and camlock fitting options are available under accessories on the right side of the screen.
What makes our kit different than the competition? Ugh, now we have to brag just a little. The bulkhead we include in this kit is custom machined out of hex bar stock to our exact specifications making it extremely simple to install and leak free from day one. It’s not a bunch of off the shelf parts made with half a roll of teflon tape. We also use a high flow elbow connector at the false bottom which also features a custom made smooth bore retainer. Long story short, we’ve held off on offering cooler false bottom kits for a long time until we had all the high end components described here.
Options are available both for an Igloo 10 gallon cooler and for Home Depot’s 10 gallon cooler. A complete converted option is also available. That includes the cooler along with your choice of connection fittings. In my experience it’s cheaper to grab the conversion kit from Brew Hardware and source the cooler separately. See some links to compatible coolers below.
This is the conversion kit I use and it’s… awesome. Check out my Hands on Review.
Pricing and, especially, availability can vary. Check Brew Hardware for current, description, price and availability.
This post may contain affiliate links. We may make a commission when you use our links. This will never cost you extra. Thank you for supporting Homebrew Finds!
Price, promotions and availability can change quickly. Please note that product prices and availability are subject to change. Prices and availability were accurate at the time this post was published; however, they may differ from those you see when you visit the product page. Check the product page for current price, description and availability rp:bhconversion
True Weldless bulkheads are available in a number of configurations for varied applications. The 5/8″ Barb version is included in their Cooler Conversion Kit. I’ve used that extensively
If you’ve dealt with other weldless kits and bulkheads you’ll know that typically a certain finesse is required when installing. They can be a bit of a pain to to get working correctly and can require some adjustments over time to keep leaks under control. Depending on the design “just tight enough” is really close to “too tight, your o-ring just popped out”. True Weldless bulkheads – at least the style I have – are well thought out, well built and you can actually tighten them down.
A real issue with these and a lot of other stuff that Brew Hardware carries is availability. They seem to struggle. Along with that offerings can change quickly.
This post may contain affiliate links. We may make a commission when you use our links. This will never cost you extra. Thank you for supporting Homebrew Finds!
greatdeals
Price, promotions and availability can change quickly. Check the product page for current price, description and availability. pst:bhtwbis
This Brew Hardware Mash Tun Conversion Kit includes everything you need to convert a 10 gallon Igloo or Home Depot Rubbermaid Cooler to a Mash Tun. Note that it does not includes a cooler.
More Info
From the product description, check product page for current description, price and availability:
12″ stainless steel domed false bottom with upgraded large ID connection elbow
One piece (Brew Hardware custom designed) machined bulkhead with interior barb
2 piece stainless ball valve – can be upgraded to 3 piece
Required length of high temp silicone tubing
Does not include cooler or barb/camlock. Barb and camlock fitting options are available under accessories on the right side of the screen.
What makes our kit different than the competition? Ugh, now we have to brag just a little. The bulkhead we include in this kit is custom machined out of hex bar stock to our exact specifications making it extremely simple to install and leak free from day one. It’s not a bunch of off the shelf parts made with half a roll of teflon tape. We also use a high flow elbow connector at the false bottom which also features a custom made smooth bore retainer. Long story short, we’ve held off on offering cooler false bottom kits for a long time until we had all the high end components described here.
Options are available both for an Igloo 10 gallon cooler and for Home Depot’s 10 gallon cooler. A complete converted option is also available. That includes the cooler along with your choice of connection fittings. In my experience it’s cheaper to grab the conversion kit from Brew Hardware and source the cooler separately. See some links to compatible coolers below.
This is the conversion kit I use and it’s… awesome. Check out my Hands on Review.
Pricing and, especially, availability can vary. Check Brew Hardware for current, description, price and availability.
This post may contain affiliate links. We may make a commission when you use our links. This will never cost you extra. Thank you for supporting Homebrew Finds!
Price, promotions and availability can change quickly. Please note that product prices and availability are subject to change. Prices and availability were accurate at the time this post was published; however, they may differ from those you see when you visit the product page. Check the product page for current price, description and availability rp:bhconversion
True Weldless bulkheads are available in a number of configurations for varied applications. The 5/8″ Barb version is included in their Cooler Conversion Kit. I’ve used that extensively
If you’ve dealt with other weldless kits and bulkheads you’ll know that typically a certain finesse is required when installing. They can be a bit of a pain to to get working correctly and can require some adjustments over time to keep leaks under control. Depending on the design “just tight enough” is really close to “too tight, your o-ring just popped out”. True Weldless bulkheads – at least the style I have – are well thought out, well built and you can actually tighten them down.
A real issue with these and a lot of other stuff that Brew Hardware carries is availability. They seem to struggle. Along with that offerings can change quickly.
This post may contain affiliate links. We may make a commission when you use our links. This will never cost you extra. Thank you for supporting Homebrew Finds!
greatdeals
Price, promotions and availability can change quickly. Check the product page for current price, description and availability. pst:bhtwbis
True Weldless bulkheads are available in a number of configurations for varied applications. The 5/8″ Barb version is included in their Cooler Conversion Kit. I’ve used that extensively
If you’ve dealt with other weldless kits and bulkheads you’ll know that typically a certain finesse is required when installing. They can be a bit of a pain to to get working correctly and can require some adjustments over time to keep leaks under control. Depending on the design “just tight enough” is really close to “too tight, your o-ring just popped out”. True Weldless bulkheads – at least the style I have – are well thought out, well built and you can actually tighten them down.
A real issue with these and a lot of other stuff that Brew Hardware carries is availability. They seem to struggle. Along with that offerings can change quickly.
This post may contain affiliate links. We may make a commission when you use our links. This will never cost you extra. Thank you for supporting Homebrew Finds!
greatdeals
Price, promotions and availability can change quickly. Check the product page for current price, description and availability. pst:bhtwbis
Weldless Stainless Steel Sigot. 1/2″ Full Port Ball Valve and 1/2″ Barb. Full 1/2″ coupler in the back allows you to install and inside barb (for tubing to a false bottom) or kettle accessory – bazooka-type filter or pickup tube.
You could use this to Use to add a ball valve to your kettle, mash tun or HLT.
This post contains affiliate links. We may make a commission when you use our Amazon links. This will never cost you extra. Thank you for supporting Homebrew Finds!
From the product description, check product page for current description, price and availability:
MoreBeer!’s Patent Pending sparge arm design is the perfect addition to almost any all grain setup! This sparge arm assembly is made completely of stainless steel and silicone, and has two adjustment points. One of these will help to hold the sparge arm against your kettle, while the other allows you to move the sparge arm up or down inside the kettle to accommodate different amounts of grain. These adjustment knobs are very easy to hand tighten and loosen, meaning no tools are necessary. Excellent for sparging as well as recirculating your mash in a RIMS or HERMS system!
To use, simply install on your kettle wall, tighten down the red stopper to hold the sparge arm in place, adjust the height of the bottom disc to be right above your grain bed but below the mash tun’s water level, and adjust the flow level using the included ball valve. This unit will not include a barb or quick disconnect on the inlet of the ball valve, as every brewery is different. Please choose an inlet attachment from the sparge arms recommended items. Note – This sparge arm will not fit on most coolers. Make sure to check out the video in the video tab below.
Features
100% stainless and silicone construction
Two adjustment knobs make it extremely universal
Included ball valve allows you to increase or decrease the flow rate during sparge or recirculation
Included check ball will prevent back flow
Can adjust from the top of your kettle to 12-13 inches down into your kettle
A single, large diameter outlet port trickles onto a stainless disc, which distributes sparge water gently and evenly. This port is also much easier to flush out and keep clean than many other sparge assemblies with multiple small holes that grain gets stuck in during recirculation
Stainless tube measures 18.5″ from the top to the bend, and 8.5″ from the bottom to the center of the distribution disc.
Can be mounted on a lip that is up to 7/8″ wide
Has a 1/2″ FPT ball valve
Limited Availability Deal of the Day: As of this posting, this is marked down to $124.95 as a MoreBeer Deal of the Day. Shipping is also free to addresses in the contiguous US with most $59 Orders. Availability: This is available today only, while supplies last. Quantities are limited. Check the MoreBeer’s Deal of the Day to check today’s offering.
Product Description – Here– Use coupon code BEERDEAL to get this discount.
This post contains affiliate links. We may make a commission when you use our links. This will never cost you extra. Thank you for supporting Homebrew Finds!
This post contains affiliate links. We may make a commission when you use our Amazon links. This will never cost you extra. Thank you for supporting Homebrew Finds!
12″ Stainless False Bottom. Domed shape allows to use in any container larger than 12″. An exact fit is not necessary. 3/8″ bar for use with 3/8″ ID Tubing (usually high temp). Use in your mash tun or brew kettle.
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MoreBeer has SS Brewing Technologies new stainless steel mash tun – InfuSsion 10 Gallon Mash Tun available for pre-order. This is pre-sale item item at $394.99 with free shipping – estimated delivery is early August and is subject to change.
Insulated SS mash tun, integrated center drain port, gasketed false bottom and precision LCD thermometer. The description says that this Infusion mash ton drops 5 deg F less vs a plastic cooler mash tun over 60 minutes. Internal volume markings and center draining conical. Additional upgrade kits are also in the pipeline. Read the complete description.
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