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Stainless Steel Carboy & Bottle Washer – $11.99 – limited availability, Matches 2020 Deal

Stainless Steel Carboy & Bottle Washer CE10

Stainless Steel Carboy & Bottle Washer from MoreBeer

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Bottle washers make clean up and bottle maintenance much easier to deal with! Using one of our bottle washers is definitely the fastest way to clean bottles and carboys. Works great on build up!

Our stainless bottle washer creates a jet-style stream that penetrates build-up in bottles or carboys. It is automatically activated when a bottle is pressed down onto the unit. Female hose thread connection.


 

Limited Availability Deal of the Day: As of this posting, this is marked down to $11.99 as a MoreBeer Deal of the DayShipping 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.

Stainless Steel Carboy & Bottle Washer CE10

From the “prices on everything continue to skyrocket” department, this matches a deal of the day that was offered in December of 2020. Historically, the lowest price I have recorded for this was $10.99 back in March of 2019.

Deal valid 2/11/25 while supplies last

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1/2″ Rotary Stainless Steel CIP Spray Ball by QiiMii – $16.99 + Mark Keg & Carboy Washer Mod

QiiMii Stainless Rotary Spray Ball Female CIP Tank Cleaning Ball 1/2"(1/2 INCH)

QiiMii Stainless Rotary Spray Ball Female CIP Tank Cleaning Ball 1/2″(1/2 INCH)

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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.

Other possible homebrew applications: A CIP ball could be as part of a recirculating or sparging setup or as part of a keg or carboy cleaning setup.  I use this rotary spray ball with my Mark II Keg and Carboy Cleaner.  See: Mark II Keg and Carboy Washer Mod – SS CIP Spray Ball

What are others saying?  Search this product’s Amazon reviews for “brew”, “keg” and “washer” – affiliate link, note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

2/11 6 AM Central: These are selling for just $16.99. Shipping is also free to many US addresses with Prime Membership [Try Prime for Free] or a qualifying order. Prices and availability can change quickly Check product page for current info – More About Prices

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40 x Jetec Scrub Pads – on sale for $8.99, 22 cents each

Jetec Scrub Pads Scouring Pads Sponge Dish Scrubber Scouring Pads Cleaning Non Scratch Pads for Kitchen Scrubbers Dishes Cleaning (Green, 40 Pieces)

Jetec Scrub Pads Scouring Pads Sponge Dish Scrubber Scouring Pads Cleaning Non Scratch Pads for Kitchen Scrubbers Dishes Cleaning (Green, 40 Pieces)

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  • Durable material: made of polyester, which is durable and not easy to wear and tear, and it is abrasive to touch, making the dishes easier to clean; Our products are packaged using vacuum compression; After receiving them, you can open them and leave them for a period of time to achieve better using experience
  • Measurement: each scrub sponge measures approx. 5 mm in thickness, the size measures about 5.9 x 3.94 inches, portable size for you to carry and clean; The product is vacuum packaged; It is recommended to open and place it for a while after receiving it, as it will become fluffy
  • Wide applications: it is suitable for dishes, pots and pans tableware, stove, microwave oven pot, chair furniture, help you to keep cutlery and home appliances clean, convenient for you to use in daily life
  • Effective performance: our cleaning scrub sponge has good decontamination ability for its tough surface, which can ensure continuous use for multiple times, and it will remain clean after using
  • Package contents: comes with 40 pieces of cleaning scrub sponges, enough quantity can serve for you to use for a long time


Application Idea….

Use along with Bar Keeper’s Friend to recondition your kegs!  The photo above is from my post on rebuilding kegs.  Here I’m using Bar Keepers Friend – Jump To: Section on Bar Keeper’s Friend – to clean a keg.


Use for cleanup on brew day and beyond

As of this posting, these are on sale for $8.99 (one time purchase price). Shipping is also free to many US addresses with Prime Membership [Try Prime for Free] or a qualifying orderPrices ,promotions and availability can change quickly.  Check product page for current info – More About Prices

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Oxiclean Versatile FREE, 3 LBs – homebrew cleaner alternative

Oxiclean Versatile Free is a percarbonate based cleanser.  The Free version is  free of perfumes, dyes and chlorine.

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  • One 3 lb container of OxiClean Free Versatile Stain Remover Powder with 101 uses and counting for laundry and around the home
  • Dye-free, perfume-free OxiClean powder laundry booster removes everyday dirt and tough set-in stains from machine-washable t-shirts, sheets, towels, shoes, hats, workout gear, and kids’ and baby clothes
  • This oxygen-powered, water-activated, septic tank-free stain remover powder fights tough stains and everyday messes with a color-safe, chlorine-free stain cleaner formula that is gentle on fabrics
  • Mix this multi purpose cleaner with water into a cleaning solution following label directions to use as a kitchen cleaner, bathroom cleaner, furniture cleaner and floor cleaner for nearly any hard or soft surface in your home
  • Also available in regular Versatile Stain Remover and Versatile Stain Remover Baby

 

Some homebrewers (including myself) use this as a budget replacement for PBW.

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660 GPH Utility Pump by FREESEA + Draft Line Cleaning Builds

FREESEA 160-1100 GPH Submersible Water Pump for Pond Aquariums Hydroponics Fish Tank Garden Fountain Waterfall

FREESEA Submersible Water Pump

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  • Powerful versatile: Our submersible water pump features an bottom inlet design that provides powerful suction, capable of pumping water as shallow as 5 mm. The 360° omnidirectional filter effectively removes debris and impurities ensuring thorough water circulation. With its detachable water outlet, it is suitable for various sizes of water pipes, making it versatile for different occasions such as fish tanks, ponds, aquariums, and hydroponic systems.
  • Intelligent Dry Heating Protection: The pond pump will stop from draining and pumping water, al long as the temperature reaches to 185 ℉(85℃), and the motor will restart working after the temperature goes down. This function can effectively reduce the damage caused by dry running.
  • Product Dimensions: This fountain water pump comes with 5.97ft power cord, and the max flow rate can be up to 660GPH, the max lift height can be up to 8.2FT.
  • Whisper-quiet and long-lasting: Our aquarium pump features an ultra-quiet motor that operates at less than 20 decibels, offering a quiet environment for your life. The fish tank pump durable and corrosion-resistant motor ensures a reliable performance, while the easy disassembly case of any blockage in the water inlet, simply clean it with fresh water before use, make maintenance a breeze.
  • Reliable performance and professional after-sales: Our small water pump with our 12-month 24-hour professional after-sales service, you can rest assured knowing that we are committed to providing exceptional customer support. If you have any questions or concerns about the water pump, please don't hesitate to reach out to us.


Make sure the components you use are compatible and rated for your intended application.  Contact manufacturer with questions about suitability or a specific application.  Always read and follow manufacturer directions.

 

I use a similar pump (different manufacturer, features and specifications) for a recirculating draft line cleaning setup.  Note that fittings sizes are different on this pump vs the one I use in that build.  Adjust accordingly  Another possible homebrewing application would be to set this up for use a part of a recirculating wort chiller setup.

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30 Pack Beer Faucet Plug Caps/Brushes – $14.99… 50 cents each

Beer Plugs Tap Brush,30 Pack Beer Faucet Tap Cleaning Plug Hygiene Brush For Draft Beer Faucet Cap

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  • Convenient Cleaning- Our brush is great to keep your beer faucet clean.It fits with different kinds of beer tap sizes,helps to make cleaning tap become effortless and easy.
  • The wire can not be pulled out of the handle because of our Advanced welding process of the handle and wire.
  • High Quality - Featuring a new strengthening technology,the bristles of beer brushes are tightly entwined in twisted wire
  • Easy to Use - Simply insert the plug into your beer tap opening to keep your beer from dust and other contaminates.
  • Safe Material- Our brush handle is made of food grade polypropylene,the brush head is made of bristles

 

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How Often Should You Replace Keg O-Rings? – A Proposed Schedule for Keeping Kegs in Great Shape

How Often Should You Replace Keg O-Rings?

I think you should replace all keg o-rings when you refurbish or obtain a used keg. Generally speaking they are going to be worn out and even if they aren’t they’ll smell of soda pre-mix.  Beyond that, who knows what they’re made from.  Start with a clean slate.

What about after that? Of course, you could just keep using them until they break, they smell or look horrible or… until you lose a tank of CO2 due to an o-ring related leak. On the other end of the spectrum some people change o-rings every time they keg.


Limited Time Stacking Deals on Food Grade Replacement O-rings

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For a short time, Valuebrew is discounting most of their gear including bulk food grade o-rings (i

Valuebrew offers a lineup of food grade keg replacement o-rings in bulk quantities.  Most offerings are silicone or EPDM with one Buna-N option.  Everything they carry is food grade, more info below.  They have some unique offerings like bulk pin lock size post o-rings, replacement universal poppet o-rings, bulk internal QD o-rings and color coded Blue and Green post o-rings

Some of these offerings are detailed in our Keg Rebuild How-To

Save  an EXTRA 15% when you spend $30 or more on select items at Valuebrew.  This stacks on top of existing discounts. Includes…

Use coupon code VBDEAL with an order of $30 or more to get the deal


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Now Available for Pre-Order… Announcing: KegLand Rechargeable Power Sprayer!

KegLand Rechargeable Power SprayerKegLand Rechargeable Power Sprayer

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  • Perfect for spraying down brewing equipment with dissolved cleaners or sanitizers
  • Attach the optional Ball Lock Keg Post Adapter to convert the sprayer into a line cleaning device
  • Empty the large 33.8 oz tank up to 30 times on a single charge

The Power Sprayer is a fantastic multi-purpose device that can be used for spraying down your brewing equipment with cleaners and sanitizers or converted into a pressurized line cleaning system. The tank features graduated volume markers and can be emptied up to 30 times on a single charge. The nozzle knob can be adjusted to turn the stream into a fine mist or a powerful jet.

This product is made from food grade Santoprene, PP, PE, Silicone and stainless components.

Battery Life
The pump has large 18650 li-ion rechargeable battery. On a full charge the battery will empty the tank 18-30 times so it lasts for ages. If you use fine mist it will be closer to 18 times but if you use a jet/stream the battery will last closer to 30 times.

Includes:

  • 33.8 oz Reservoir Tank
  • Power Sprayer Nozzle and Dip Tube
  • White Plastic Adjustment Head Sprayer
  • 6″ USB-C to Standard USB Cable
    • *Does not include USB wall charger

KegLand Part Number: KL40860


 

This is a rechargeable power sprayer that you can use to spray sanitizers and cleaners (see: Star San Tips & Tricks for details on the spray bottle method of sanitizing). The fact that it’s usb-c rechargeable means that you don’t need a manual sprayer to dispense solution. That’s amazing!

Beyond that a ball lock adapter is available that converts this into ball lock line cleaner!

1 Liter KegLand Power Sprayer – via William’s Brewing

Also… Power Sprayer Ball Lock Head

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Craft Cleaning Chart – Contact Times, Dosage, Temperate and More for Star San, PBW and lots more + Limited Time DEAL on Star San

Updated: February 3, 2025


Limited Time DEAL on Star San!

  • For a limited time MoreBeer is discounting Star San by 20%.
  • Applies to all sizes, no coupon code required.
  • Get Free Shipping: Shipping is free with a qualifying $59 order to many US addresses
  • Some filler item ideas to help you qualify for free shipping… PBW, Sale Items (shows most popular deals first), Kit of the Week, Hop Market (shows most popular deals first)

Star San is my sanitizer of choice.  It is effective, food safe and no-rinse.  It is also very cost effective if you use the spray bottle method.  See: Star San Tips, Tricks and Guidelines – Using Star San In a Spray Bottle

Five Star | Star San Sanitizer | Acid-Based Sanitizer | High Foaming | Flavorless, Odorless, & Non-Toxic


Resource Posts on PBW and Star San

I have resource posts on Star San and PBW that have loads of information, tips & tricks.

Star San and PBW Tips and Tricks


About Star San

Star San is my homebrew sanitizer of choice.  When mixed properly, it’s food safe and no rinse.  Required contact time is five minutes.  It has worked very well for me for quite some time and I’m convinced that it’s one of the most economical solutions available if you’re using the “Spray Bottle Method” outlined here.


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About PBW

Five Star Chemicals PBW – Powder Brewery Wash – is my go-to brewery cleaner. It is a non-hazardous buffered alkaline brewery cleaner and it… works great.



Five Star’s Craft Cleaning Chart PDF…

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100 x Nitrile Gloves – Brew Day Cleanup, BBQ & More

PEIPU Nitrile Gloves,Medical Exam Gloves,Disposable Cleaning Gloves,Powder Free, Latex Free,Non-Sterile Protective Gloves

100 Pcs Nitrile Disposable Gloves

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  • [High-quality Nitrile Gloves] -PEIPU Nitrile gloves are more thicker, stronger and more wear-resistant than typical vinyl gloves.PEIPU Nitrile gloves are 4 mils thick,These gloves shape the hand, provide comfort and responsive grip, are ideal for palms and fingertips, and have optimal sensitivity.
  • [Comfortable Fit] – Fits like your own skin with excellent protection against liquids, gases, oils, grease, glass, and sharp objects.
  • [Hygiene] -You can wear them to reduce skin contact with the outside world and maintain personal hygiene and health.
  • [Applications]- PEIPU Nitrile gloves are designed for cleaning food handling, parts handling, janitorial services, painting and finishing services, food prep, tattoo,pet care, technicians, mechanic, and so on.
  • [Various Sizes]- containing 100 gloves,Latex-free and powder-free for sensitive hands or foods,nitrile can be stored for a long term without becoming brittle.These nitrile gloves are available in small, medium, large and extra-large sizes

 

Potential Uses:  Help with cleanup on brew day, make your kegs shine like new (see photo below) and use around the kitchen and for BBQ.  I use similar gloves when I apply rub for smoking meats.  It helps to prevent against cross contamination and I also like that it helps keep my hands from smelling like… bbq rub.  If you’re a BBQ-er like me, check out…  BBQ Finds, it’s like Homebrew Finds, but for… BBQ.

I use protective gloves when dealing with harsh chemicals  The photo above is from my post on rebuilding kegs.  Here I’m using Bar Keepers Friend – Jump To: Section on Bar Keeper’s Friend – to clean a keg.  I used protective gloves several times during this process.

Note from HBF: These are not appropriate for use with high temps. If you’re looking for something like that, search Amazon for “waterproof heat resistant gloves” to shop around

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40″ Long Cleaning Brushes, 4 Pack

40" Long Cleaning Brushes, 4 Pack

40″ Long Cleaning Brushes, 4 Pack

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  • Extra long size: Total length is 40 inches, 4PCS, 2 sizes, pack1: ID:1/2inch, fit for ID: 1/2, 3/8, 5/8 inch hose; pack2: ID:1/4inch, fit for ID: 3/16, 5/16 inch hose.
  • Flexible and stiff handle : The handle is flexible and stiff stainless steel, not soft spring, that make it‘s easy to push out hose.
  • Different bristles and protection design: ID:1/2 brush, medium stiff bristles, ID:1/4 brush, soft bristles, that make it's easy to clean different size hose. It have protection design on tip, that make it won’t hurt hose.
  • BPA free: The brush set is made of high quality stainless steel and nylon,they are all durable and sturdy, it fit for every familiy.
  • Multi-function: It‘s used to clean straw, kegerator, siphon hose, PVC tubing, feeding tube, aquarium tube, U-tube, coffee machine, refrigerator drain, sunroof drain.

 

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Hands on Review: Valuebrew Stainless Steel Ball Lock Jumpers – Works with Liquid AND Gas – Back in stock + Limited Time DEAL

Updated: February 1, 2025

Hands on Review Stainless Steel Ball Lock Jumpers from Valuebrew

This ball lock jumper features stainless steel construction and food grade silicone post o-rings.  It allows you to connect two keg lines together via ball lock keg QDs. This is handy for at least a few uses, the most popular one probably being cleaning multiple kegerator lines at the same time.


Back in Stock + Limited Time Deal, Review Continues Below:

These had been completely sold out for a good bit. As of this update, they’re back in stock.

Valuebrew is offering a pack of two jumpers and 25 replacement o-rings for $32.97. Coupon code JUMP discounts the combo by a whopping 32%.

Double Jumper Special! < note that you must use this link along with coupon code JUMP to get the deal, the standard product will not get you the discount

Valuebrew’s jumper is unique because of the custom color, food grade o-rings and because … it works with both liquid and ball lock jumpers.


In the package. As of this posting, this comes in singles with the option to add a second on for a reduced cost. Check the product page to see if that’s still available.A look at the jumper. It has a nice heft to it and feels generally well builtA look down the jumper. You’ll notice a stainless steel bar. This jumper doesn’t have traditional poppets. Instead these bars take their place enabling connected ball lock QDs to open when connected. This is actually a really good feature because it means the jumper is open to the air when unused and can be clean, dried and sanitized.


Alternate Uses

Drain Keg Lines

The other thing this design allows you to do is connect just one QD to open up a line to drain. Let’s say you wanted to clear the liquid from a kegerator line. Attach this to let air in, elevate the QD/jumper and open the faucet. No need to remove or disassemble the QD.

Flush Keg Lines and Transfer Tubing with CO2

Place this on a gas QD and attach to another gas QD (gas QD to gas QD) to flush gas lines. Attach to a liquid QD (gas QD to liquid QD) to flush serving lines

Flush Buckets, Compatible Fermenters and Kegs with CO2

Place this on a gas QD to open it up to assist with flushing compatible containers with CO2

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TWO x Stainless Carbonation Cap for PET Bottles – works on gas AND liquid posts

Stainless Steel Carbonation With O-Rings Carbonate Cover Home Beer Brewing Equipment(2 Pieces)

Stainless Steel Carbonation With O-Rings Carbonate Cover Home Beer Brewing Equipment(2 Pieces)

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Highlighted Features
  • Using highquality stainless steel material, strong and , and long service life.
  • Equipped with 4pcs o-rings, good sealing performance, can easy to carbonate your beverages.
  • Install on plastic bottles and connects to a gas side balllock disconnect in order to inject CO2 into bottle, creating carbonation.
  • Carbonate , to counter pressure bottle fill PET bottles, gas ball lock connectors, or liquid ball lock connectors.
  • Multiple uses, can carbonate a number of beverages, including beer, soda, water, and juices.


From HBF: Make sure the components you use are compatible and rated for your intended application.  Contact manufacturer with questions about suitability or a specific application.  Always read and follow manufacturer directions.

 

Applications:

  • PET Bottles as Growlers: These are generally intended to convert 1L and 2L bottles to growlers.  Fill up a 1L or 2L PET bottle with your favorite homebrew.  Put one of these on (purge the headspace by squeezing if you want to) and then pressurize for transport.  This should help to reduce oxygen pickup and maintain carbonation levels.
  • Fine tune or rapidly carbonate beer: You can also use this cap to rapidly carbonate beer.  Same process as for transport, just set your regulator to the proper pressure and shake or agitate the PET bottle to help introduce CO2.  Or hook it up to CO2 and let it sit in you kegerator.
  • Draft Line Cleaning Projects:  I have developed three draft line cleaning projects using similar SS Caps – Build A Recirculating Draft Line Cleaning Pump | Mark II Keg and Carboy Cleaner Draft Line Cleaning Pump ConversionBuilding a Simple Ball Lock Draft Line Flushing Setup
  • Related Top Post: Fun with Carbonation Caps!

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How to get a keg ready for first use? New Keg Cleaning and Prep

I’ve had the go-to post on rebuilding and reconditioning kegs for a long time now. My procedure is thorough and produces better looking and better functioning kegs.

New kegs require some special treatment too. Dirt, oils and chemicals from the manufacturing process need to be thoroughly cleaned before use. Here’s a walkthrough to help you ready your brand new keg.

Preparing New Homebrew Kegs for First Use

Hey… here’s a new keg!  In this case it’s a 2.5 gallon single handle AMCYL ball lock kegMore AMCYL kegsHands on Review

Strong PBW Soak

PBW is my go-to for homebrew cleansing. I’ll admit here… typically I underdose PBW. I eyeball it and most of the time, I use less than the directions call for. That changes when it comes to a brand new keg. For new keg prep I like to prepare a very strong solution. Somewhere around double strength.

Related: Five Star PBW Homebrew Cleanser Tips & Tricks!

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Armor All Protectant Wipes [Recondition Keg Handles & Bases] – $2.97 w/Coupon + See Them In Action in My Keg Rebuild Post

Armor All Original Protectant Wipes, Car Interior Cleaner with UV Protection to Fight Cracking & Fading, Medium Shine, 30 Count, 17496C

Armor All Original Protectant Wipes

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Highlighted Features
  • One 30 count canister of Armor All Original Formula Car Protectant Wipes
  • A convenient wipe with the proven protection of Armor All Original Protectant
  • Safely cleans automotive interiors, including vinyl, plastic and rubber
  • Protects against UV damage to prevent cracking and fading
  • Adds shine to restore the rich, deep look of your dashboard, console, door panels and vinyl seats
  • Non-greasy and lint-free for a truly exceptional clean
  • Do Not Flush


From HBF: Make sure the components you use are compatible and rated for your intended application.  Contact manufacturer with questions about suitability or a specific application.  Always read and follow manufacturer directions.

 

Note: There are, generally lots of available options for Armor All Protectant – different sizes and forms. Search Amazon for Armor All Protectant

Works Wonders on Rubber Keg Handles and Bases!

I use Armor All Protectant to help rejuvenate keg rubber keg handles and bases. In my experience, it works wonders.  The picture above is from my post on rebuilding kegsJump To: Section on reconditioning handles and bases – If you look through the post you’ll see just how good the keg looks at the end.

1/29 9 PM Central: These are selling for just $3.97 (one time purchase price). Apply the $1 off coupon that’s available on the product page and the price drops to $2.97 at checkout. Shipping is also free to many US addresses with Prime Membership [Try Prime for Free] or a qualifying orderPrices, promotions and availability can change quickly.  Check product page for current info – More About Prices

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Reminder: Time to Clean Beer Lines + Limited Time DEAL

About this time every month we post a reminder to clean beer lines. This helps if you clean monthly or everything other month.

Clean kegerator lines are a key part of serving delicious beer. Bacteria and mineral build in lines can cause off flavors, quick loss of head, under-carbonated beer due to rapid co2 loss and lack of legs forming on the inside of your beer glass.


Limited Time Deal on Ball Lock Cleaning Jumpers:

Helps you clean multiple lines at the same time…

Valuebrew is offering a pack of two jumpers and 25 replacement o-rings for $32.97. Coupon code JUMP discounts the combo by a whopping 32%.

Double Jumper Special! < note that you must use this link along with coupon code JUMP to get the deal, the standard product will not get you the discount

Valuebrew’s jumper is unique because of the custom color, food grade o-rings and because … it works with both liquid and ball lock jumpers.


How Often Should You Clean Lines?

The Draught Quality Beer Manual says… every two weeks.

That recommendation is for a commercial operation.  What about homebrewers?  We serve far fewer beer on our kegerators, but on the other hand, we can have been on tap and in lines 24 hours a day and 7 days a week.  Considering all of this, my recommendation is every 1 to 2 months.

Get Draft Line Cleaning Solutions and Sanitizers

Line Cleaning Options

Our Line Cleaning Builds:

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FOUR x Pan and Grill Scraper Set [Clean Fermenters] – on sale for $5.97, $1.49 each

G.CATACC 4-Pack Pan Scraper Dish Scraper Tool, Durable Cast Iron Scraper Pot Scraper, Plastic Pan Scraper Tool for Cleaning Kitchen, Cast Iron Skillets, Nonstick Pans, Cookware, Dishes and Pots

Pan Scrapers, 4 Pack Durable Plastic Pan Scrapers


Help clean plastic and stainless steel fermenters…

Credit for this idea goes to Drew Beechum.   Drew is the author of Experimental Brewing, Homebrew All Stars and lots more.  Check out his Author Page at Amazon to learn more about Drew

Drew Says… “An absolutely underrated tool – particularly for getting stubborn Krausen off of stainless without scratching!”


1/29 6:30 PM Central: These are on sale for $5.97. Shipping is also free to many US addresses with Prime Membership [Try Prime for Free] or a qualifying orderPrices, promotions and availability can change quickly.  Check product page for current info – More About Prices

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Tip: Lodge Pan Scrapers for Cleaning Fermenters

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Announcing: Kegland Power Sprayer at William’s Brewing! + freebie w/qualifying order

kegland 1 Liter KegLand Power Sprayer

1 Liter KegLand Power Sprayer

This 1 Liter Power Sprayer has two uses in brewing. One is for spraying down brewing equipment with sanitizer or dissolved cleansers, and two for cleaning out draft beer lines with the optional item R95 Ball Lock Sprayer Head.

It features a powerful 40 PSI spray engine which means it can squirt up to 15 feet with its adjustable nozzle set on stream, and it can also push cleaning solution through beer lines when equipped with its optional Ball Lock Sprayer Head. All components are food grade.

Includes:

  • 1L Food Grade Santoprene Tank
  • Power Sprayer Nozzle and Dip Tube
  • White plastic adjustment head sprayer
  • 15cm USB C to Standard USB charging cord (wall charger not included)
  • A large 18650 Li-ion rechargeable battery can last as long as 30 liters of dispensing

1 Liter KegLand Power Sprayer

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This 64 ounce MK2 Ultimate Growler from KegLand features vacuum insulated double wall 304 stainless steel construction, and holds cold (and hot) temperatures better than any other growler design. It will keep beer cold for hours. The ultimate growler for beer on the go.

Paired with our double wall vacuum insulated stainless pint, this is the best way to keep beverages cold (or hot) while on the go. The 16 ounce pint glass also includes a travel lid for use as a commuter mug. 12″ tall, 5″ wide.

  • Use coupon code I53A with an order of $125 or more and you’ll get one for free.
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This combo is a $42.99 value!

64 Ounce Ultimate MK2 Growler Pint Glass Set – remember promo code I53A

Also… Power Sprayer Ball Lock Head – Allows this to be converted into ball lock draft line cleaning setup.

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1/2″ Stainless Steel CIP Spray Ball by QiiMii – $16.99 + free prime ship & Mark Keg & Carboy Washer Mod

QiiMii Fixed Spray Ball Stainless Steel 304 Tank Cleaning Ball 1/2" NPT Threaded ( 1/2" INCH )

QiiMii Fixed Spray Ball Stainless Steel 304 Tank Cleaning Ball 1/2″ NPT Threaded (1/2″ INCH)

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Highlighted Features
  • Connection: 1/2" NPT Female Thread
  • Wetting Radius: Max. 2.5m
  • Impact cleaning radius: Max. effective 0.6m
  • Working pressure: 1-3Bar
  • Recommended pressure: 2.5Bar


From HBF: Make sure the components you use are compatible and rated for your intended application.  Contact manufacturer with questions about suitability or a specific application.  Always read and follow manufacturer directions.

 

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.

Other possible homebrew applications: A CIP ball could be as part of a recirculating or sparging setup or as part of a keg or carboy cleaning setup.  I use this rotary spray ball with my Mark II Keg and Carboy Cleaner.  See: Mark II Keg and Carboy Washer Mod – SS CIP Spray Ball

What are others saying?  Search this product’s Amazon reviews for “homebrew” – “brew” and “washer” – affiliate link, note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

As of this update this is selling for just $16.99. Shipping is also free to many US addresses with Prime Membership [Try Prime for Free] or a qualifying orderPrices, promotions and availability can change quickly.  Check product page for current info – More About Prices

QiiMii Fixed Spray Ball Stainless Steel 304 Tank Cleaning Ball 1/2″ NPT Threaded ( 1/2″ INCH ) – affiliate link, note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

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Ferroday Stainless Carbonation Cap for PET Bottles – works on gas AND liquid posts

FERRODAY Stainless Steel Carbonation Cap Forced Carbonation PET Bottle Filling 5/16 Barb CO2 Coupling to Carbonate Soda Beer Stainless Steel PET Bottle Carbonation Cap + O-ring + Gasket

Stainless steel ball lock carbonation cap with barb.  Includes replacement o-ring.

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Highlighted Features
  • Heavy Duty Stainless Carbonation Cap: High quality stainless steel carbonation cap, well made for rust resistance and corrosion-proof. Would last for a long time in good condition. A must have equipment for homebrew Carbonation
  • Great for Homebrew Carbonation/ Cleaning: This ball lock carbonation cap is most used for homemade beverage carbonation, and meanwhile it is great for cleaning beer/ soda/ water/ juice lines. Easy to set up
  • Easy Forced Carbonation Drinks: Ideal for forced carbonation drinks in PET bottles. Fit for most soft drink PET bottles. Just simply attach this cap with a PET bottle and a ball-lock gas disconnect to send CO2 into the bottle for beverage carbonation. Your homemade drinks will be right ready for drinking
  • Food Safe Gasket/ No Leaks: We use premium material for the gaskets and o-rings. High-resilient food safe rubber gaskets seal against the threads and give you no leak connections! We updated our package with 2 more O-rings and 1 more gasket for replacement
  • No Regrets Purchase: Stainless steel made carbonation cap weighs about 3.6oz. If any leaks, please change the O-ring or Gasket with the extra ones. We are committed to offering you high-quality products as well as superior service! Please let us know if there are any problems with this Stainless Steel Carbonation Cap, we will try our best to serve you. Provide technical support

 

Applications:

  • PET Bottles as Growlers: These are generally intended to convert 1L and 2L bottles to growlers.  Fill up a 1L or 2L PET bottle with your favorite homebrew.  Put one of these on (purge the headspace by squeezing if you want to) and then pressurize for transport.  This should help to reduce oxygen pickup and maintain carbonation levels.
  • Fine tune or rapidly carbonate beer: You can also use this cap to rapidly carbonate beer.  Same process as for transport, just set your regulator to the proper pressure and shake or agitate the PET bottle to help introduce CO2.  Or hook it up to CO2 and let it sit in you kegerator.
  • Draft Line Cleaning Projects:  I have developed three draft line cleaning projects using similar SS Caps – Build A Recirculating Draft Line Cleaning Pump | Mark II Keg and Carboy Cleaner Draft Line Cleaning Pump ConversionBuilding a Simple Ball Lock Draft Line Flushing Setup
  • Related Top Post: Fun with Carbonation Caps!

One of the questions that arises on these type of carb caps, is… does it work with both liquid and gas posts?  Some models are universal fit and some work only with gas posts.  For draft line cleaning projects to work well, at least in my opinion, the carb cap that’s used needs to be universal.  I’m happy to report that the one I received did indeed work with both liquid and ball lock posts.  Check product description for current specs.

Check out my Hands on Review of this great carb cap.

FERRODAY Stainless Steel Carbonation Cap Counter Pressure Bottle Filling 5/16 Barb CO2 Coupling to Carbonate Soda Beer Water Stainless Steel PET Bottle Filling Carbonation Cap & O-ring + Flat Gasket – affiliate link, note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link


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