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Limited Time Deal on Blemished Kegland Ball Locks!

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Brand 5 gallon Kegland corny keg from MoreBeer

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From the product description, check product page for current description, price and availability:

Note: this is a a description of the new offering.

Ditch the bottles and start kegging today! Save time, reduce the risk of infection and get all those bottles out of the kitchen for good!

Brand new 5 gallon Kegland kegs offer convenience, security and insurance when compared to used or reconditioned kegs. There’s no need to replace gaskets or other parts, no need to trust that someone else did a good job with reconditioning, and no possibility of residual flavor or aromas getting into your beer!

Features:

  • Ball lock
  • 130 PSI Operating Pressure
  • 5 Gallon (19 L) Capacity
  • Dry Hop Tab Welded into Lid
  • 304 Stainless Steel

Dimensions:

  • Height: 24.75 in.
  • Diameter: 8.375 in.

 

These are great kegs! Check out my a Hands on Review!

MoreBeer has a limited number of used Kegland Kegs. They may have cosmetic defects but are still covered under MoreBeer’s No Hassle Return Policy and they have a full 1 year warranty. Get them while you can!

Kegland Ball Lock Keg | Corny Keg | 5 gal. – USED KEG415-UG

Standard Offering: Corny Keg – 5 Gallon Ball Lock Keg KEG415

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Used Kegland Keg Deal!

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Brand 5 gallon Kegland corny keg from MoreBeer

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From the product description, check product page for current description, price and availability:

Note: this is a a description of the new offering.

Ditch the bottles and start kegging today! Save time, reduce the risk of infection and get all those bottles out of the kitchen for good!

Brand new 5 gallon Kegland kegs offer convenience, security and insurance when compared to used or reconditioned kegs. There’s no need to replace gaskets or other parts, no need to trust that someone else did a good job with reconditioning, and no possibility of residual flavor or aromas getting into your beer!

Features:

  • Ball lock
  • 130 PSI Operating Pressure
  • 5 Gallon (19 L) Capacity
  • Dry Hop Tab Welded into Lid
  • 304 Stainless Steel

Dimensions:

  • Height: 24.75 in.
  • Diameter: 8.375 in.

 

These are great kegs! Check out my a Hands on Review!

MoreBeer has a limited number of used Kegland Kegs. They may have cosmetic defects but are still covered under MoreBeer’s No Hassle Return Policy and they have a full 1 year warranty. Get them while you can!

Kegland Ball Lock Keg | Corny Keg | 5 gal. – USED KEG415-UG

Standard Offering: Corny Keg – 5 Gallon Ball Lock Keg KEG415

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Last Call… FLOTit 2.0 – Double Filter Floating Dip Tube, Made in USA – on sale for… $27.52

FLOTit 2.0 - No Beer Left Behind Floating Dip Tube with Double Filter Inlet (DFI) of 500/300 micron for always clear beer, less beer waste and no clogging. Made in USA

FLOTit 2.0 – No Beer Left Behind Floating Dip Tube with Double Filter Inlet (DFI) of 500/300 micron for always clear beer, less beer waste and no clogging. Made in USA

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Highlighted Features
  • NO-ARM-IN-KEG - all connections are made outside the keg.
  • NO NEED FOR DRY HOP TUBE - double filters of 300/500 micron keeps the poppet valve from clogging
  • NO BEER DUMPING - enjoy the very first pour instead of dumping it like with other floating dip tube
  • NO NEED FOR ADDED WEIGHT to avoid sucking foam
  • NO BEER LEFT BEHIND - unique designed to draw all the beer out. Little left on the yeast cake

 

1/29 2:30 AM Central: This is on sale for just $27.52. That’s one of the better deals we’ve ever seen. Shipping is also free to many US addresses. Prices, promotions and availability can change quickly.  Check product page for current info – More About Prices

FLOTit 2.0 – No Beer Left Behind Floating Dip Tube with Double Filter Inlet (DFI) of 500/300 micron for always clear beer. Made in USA – affiliate link, note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

Check out our In Depth Hands on Review of FLOTit 2.0

My explanation of how this works…

When we carbonate a keg, pressure is being applied to the keg from the top, via the head space. Beer at the top carbonates first. That carbonation works it’s way down the keg. I’m sure there’s also some movement in the keg that helps to mix things up and distribute carbonation. But just sitting there, I think that mixing is a slow process. However it all works, practically speaking, the beer at the top carbonates more quickly compared to the beer at the bottom. This allows you to serve from the top accessing the more carbonated portion of the keg. It’s also a benefit for clarity because trub settles out heading downward. You can see this stratification in a glass carboy. As the beer starts to clear, the top clears first. I don’t think if this is exactly accurate, but I picture carbonation happening with the same sort of stratification until the beer reaches equilibrium and is equally carbonated throughout.

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Ends Soon… FLOTit 2.0 – Double Filter Floating Dip Tube, Made in USA – on sale for… $27.52

FLOTit 2.0 - No Beer Left Behind Floating Dip Tube with Double Filter Inlet (DFI) of 500/300 micron for always clear beer, less beer waste and no clogging. Made in USA

FLOTit 2.0 – No Beer Left Behind Floating Dip Tube with Double Filter Inlet (DFI) of 500/300 micron for always clear beer, less beer waste and no clogging. Made in USA

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Highlighted Features
  • NO-ARM-IN-KEG - all connections are made outside the keg.
  • NO NEED FOR DRY HOP TUBE - double filters of 300/500 micron keeps the poppet valve from clogging
  • NO BEER DUMPING - enjoy the very first pour instead of dumping it like with other floating dip tube
  • NO NEED FOR ADDED WEIGHT to avoid sucking foam
  • NO BEER LEFT BEHIND - unique designed to draw all the beer out. Little left on the yeast cake

 

1/28 10 AM Central: This is on sale for just $27.52. That’s one of the better deals we’ve ever seen. Shipping is also free to many US addresses. Prices, promotions and availability can change quickly.  Check product page for current info – More About Prices

FLOTit 2.0 – No Beer Left Behind Floating Dip Tube with Double Filter Inlet (DFI) of 500/300 micron for always clear beer. Made in USA – affiliate link, note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

Check out our In Depth Hands on Review of FLOTit 2.0

My explanation of how this works…

When we carbonate a keg, pressure is being applied to the keg from the top, via the head space. Beer at the top carbonates first. That carbonation works it’s way down the keg. I’m sure there’s also some movement in the keg that helps to mix things up and distribute carbonation. But just sitting there, I think that mixing is a slow process. However it all works, practically speaking, the beer at the top carbonates more quickly compared to the beer at the bottom. This allows you to serve from the top accessing the more carbonated portion of the keg. It’s also a benefit for clarity because trub settles out heading downward. You can see this stratification in a glass carboy. As the beer starts to clear, the top clears first. I don’t think if this is exactly accurate, but I picture carbonation happening with the same sort of stratification until the beer reaches equilibrium and is equally carbonated throughout.

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Ball Lock Kegs from… $44.95 at Beverage Elements!

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Beverage Elements has some OUSTANDING DEALS on ball lock kegs going on right now.

Additional savings are available with multi-packs. Check out Beverage Elements full lineup

Great Deals on Pin Lock:

Deals on Sankey Kegs:

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Brand New Replacement Keg Lids… $12.95!

Keg Lid with Built-In Pressure Relief – Pin Lock or Ball Lock

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Yep, a new keg lid with built-in pressure relief for Cornelius-style pin lock OR ball lock kegs!

Imagine that. Pin lock users get manual pressure relief without buying a whole new keg. Ball lock folks get a great replacement lid.

So go ahead … add a little pressure relief to your ball lock or pin lock keg with our new Corny lid. If you’re still working without a pull pressure relief – maybe pushing something into the liquid connection to relieve the pressure – it’s really time to upgrade.

One high-quality stainless steel keg lid for Cornelius-style kegs with built-in manual pull pressure relief and new O-ring.


 

In most cases, Pin lock and ball lock cornelius style keg lids are interchangeable from a size perspective.  That means you can, generally speaking, put a pepsi/ball lock style (manual prv) lid on a coke/pin lock style (no manual prv) keg.  In my book, that’s a solid upgrade.  See: What’s the Difference Between Ball Lock Kegs and Pin Lock Kegs?

As of this update Beverage Elements has these for just $12.95. That’s a bargain!

Keg Lid with Built-In Pressure Relief – Pin Lock or Ball Lock

Great Kegs Deals at Beverage Elements!

Related:  Fix It! Bulk Keg Orings and Keg Repair Part Numbers

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Fun with Carbonation Caps!

Carbonation caps are available in a number of styles and materials from various manufacturers. These are generally designed to thread into standard 1L and 2L PET bottles.

Sourcing a Carbonation Cap

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 + GasketWorks with both liquid and gas (double check current specs to confirm) – Ferroday Stainless Carbonation Cap Counter Pressure Bottle Filling With 5/16″ Barb – Hands on Review

Tee Fittings

These caps along with tee fittings have proven to be very flexible. Here are some application ideas…

PET Bottles as 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.

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Ball Lock Kegs from… $44.95 at Beverage Elements

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Beverage Elements has some OUSTANDING DEALS on ball lock kegs going on right now.

Additional savings are available with multi-packs. Check out Beverage Elements full lineup

Great Deals on Pin Lock:

Deals on Sankey Kegs:

Related: Beverage Elements Sale Items


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Reconditioned Ball Lock Kegs for… $49.95

Reconditioned 5 Gallon Ball Lock Keg with Dual Handles

5 Gallon Reconditioned Ball Lock Keg – Dual Handle

Our 5 gallon reconditioned ball lock keg, both new and fully reconditioned, are far and away our most popular kegs — and for good reason. Reconditioned kegs are a great way to get the capacity and quality of a true brewer’s keg when you’re just getting started with in-home brewing: you can craft your very own beer, soda, Kombucha tea, cold brew coffee, nitro coffee and more, all at a great, affordable price.

But used kegs are leaky, sticky, and completely beat, right? Not at Beverage Elements. All our used kegs have been reconditioned right here, in house: we clean, sanitize, de-label, and pressure-check each and every one. Even though your reconditioned keg might not be brand new, you’ll never know it. Check out a few of the features and benefits you’ll be getting with this reconditioned ball lock keg.

(Class 1) Keg Features

  • Cleaned, sanitized, de-labeled and pressure-checked
  • Manual pressure relief built into the lid for easy depressurization
  • Durable stainless steel body and dual rubber handles
  • O-rings replaced during pressure check if necessary. Pro Tip: keep a spare set on hand at all times, since O-rings sometimes crack in transit and during keg cleaning
  • True ball lock keg — not converted pin lock
  • Great for homebrew beer, soda, Kombucha tea, nitro coffee, and cold brew coffee

Keg Specifications

  • Keg body of 304 stainless steel
  • Approved by the NSF
  • 8.5″ diameter x 25″ height — dimensions may vary slightly from wear

This is a Class 1 reconditioned ball lock keg. That’s the best condition of our reconditioned kegs — however, it is still used. It may have some scratches, dents, and other signs of use


As of this posting Beverage Elements has these for just $49.95. Shipping is an additional charge based on location. No coupon code is required.

Reconditioned 5 Gallon Ball Lock Keg with Dual Handles

Related: Beverage Elements Sale Items

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Hands on Review: AMCYL Ball Lock Kegs!

Updated: January 16, 2025

AMCYL manufacturers compressed gas cylinders, kegs and brewing equipment.

According to AMCYL, as of this posting, their kegs are made of food grade 304 stainless and are NSF approved. They produce both sanke and ball lock style kegs. Their ball lock kegs are available in 2.5, 3 and 5 gallon sizes and come in single and double handle versions. This is a hands on look at the double rubber handle 5 gallon keg.


Hands on Review AMCYL Ball Lock Kegs

Here’s the box. This particular keg is showing as part # CK-N5-DRH-INX. Capacity 5 Gallons. Made in India.A look at the seam side of the keg. Generally speaking the body of a keg is cut from a sheet of stainless steel. A rectangle is bent into a cylinder and then welded. This vertical line is that weld.Close up of the T, where the vortical weld meets the top most weld.Top down view

Single Handle vs Double Handle: There are two main styles of keg handles – double rubber handles and single strap handles. I prefer double handles because… you’ve got two handles 🙂 and, more importantly, the even top means you can invert a keg to drain or dry and potentially stack kegs. Single strap handle kegs are tougher to invert, but they’re also generally a little less expensive.


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Hands on Review: Kegland DuoTight Ball Lock QDs + Limited Time DEAL

Updated: January 17, 2025

Kegland’s DuoTight Fittings are designed to work with EVABarrier Double Wall Tubing.  They offer quick, reliable connections, easy implementation, a variety of fitting options and feature amazing versatility.  They’re also, generally speaking, very well priced.  DuoTights are push to connect fittings and require no tubing clamps.

DuoTights are… awesome.  Check out my extensive Hands on Review

When DuoTights first came out, the solution for connecting kegs to EVABarrier was using an MFL QD + DuoTight Flare fitting. That works just fine and is still the only option available to pin lock keg users.

Ball Lock keg users now have a native DuoTight option. Here’s a hands on look!


Limited Time DEAL!

  • DuoTight Fittings and Accessories along with EVABarrier Tubing are… awesome.  In my opinion, the system is a game-changer for kegerator owners and builders.
  • As of this posting MoreBeer has select DuoTight Fittings on sale.
  • No coupon code is necessary.
  • Shipping is also free to most US addresses with a qualifying $59 order
  • Easy Filler Item….  If you’re looking for a filler item to help you qualify for free shipping, consider grabbing some PBW

MoreBeer is discounting kegging and draft beer equipment by 15% when you use coupon code FBFDRAFT. The sale includes most DuoTight options!

DuoTight Sale at MoreBeer – use coupon code FBFDRAFT

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Stainless Steel Cornelius Keg Lid with 1.5″ Tri-Clamp Ferrule – on sale for $27.99 + Build a Corny Keg Dry Hopper!

304 stainless steel Cornelius Keg Lid with 1.5" Tri-clamp Ferrule,NEW Corny Beer Keg Lid 60PSI PRV Food Grade Dry Hopper

304 stainless steel Cornelius Keg Lid with 1.5″ Tri-clamp Ferrule,NEW Corny Beer Keg Lid 60PSI PRV Food Grade Dry Hopper

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Highlighted Features
  • Corny Beer Keg Lid with 1.5" Tri-clamp Ferrule.
  • 1.5"TC ferrule is widely used in the homebrew products. You can find many fastic products with 1.5"TC ferrule connection.
  • Our corny beer keg lid with 1.5 inch ferrule is a great addition for the corny beer kegs.
  • More Sturdy: Made of 304 stainless steel.
  • Easy to Install & Use: Large handle makes installation easier; labor-saving design of safety relief valve, no need to keep lifting when deflated, just lift once and rotate 90° to continuously deflate.

 

This can be used to convert a compatible Cornelius style keg to Tri-Clamp. That has a number of potential applications including using for dry hopping. See the project below for more on that.

As of this update this is on sale for $27.99. Shipping is also free to many US addresses. Prices and availability can change quickly.  Check product page for current info – More About Prices

304 stainless steel Cornelius Keg Lid with 1.5″ Tri-clamp Ferrule,NEW Corny Beer Keg Lid 60PSI PRV Food Grade Dry Hopper – affiliate link, note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

Build a Dry Hopper for Cornelius Kegs!

Building a Dry Hopper for Corny Kegs – Dry Hop Under Pressure!


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Ends Today: Kegland New 5 Gallon Ball Lock Corny Kegs – $87.99 w/coupon! or you can pay MORE for a USED keg from a major supplier

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Brand 5 gallon Kegland corny keg from MoreBeer

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From the product description, check product page for current description, price and availability:

Ditch the bottles and start kegging today! Save time, reduce the risk of infection and get all those bottles out of the kitchen for good!

Brand new 5 gallon Kegland kegs offer convenience, security and insurance when compared to used or reconditioned kegs. There’s no need to replace gaskets or other parts, no need to trust that someone else did a good job with reconditioning, and no possibility of residual flavor or aromas getting into your beer!

Features:

  • Ball lock
  • 130 PSI Operating Pressure
  • 5 Gallon (19 L) Capacity
  • Dry Hop Tab Welded into Lid
  • 304 Stainless Steel

Dimensions:

  • Height: 24.75 in.
  • Diameter: 8.375 in.

 

These are great kegs! Check out my a Hands on Review!

Corny Keg – 5 Gallon Ball Lock Keg KEG415

Save 20%!

  • MoreBeer offering 20% off a single item when you use coupon code TOP5
  • *Code will not work with other coupon codes. Offer not valid on gift cards, items over $1000 or products already on sale & MAP products which have an indication on their product page. Single use per customer.
  • Get Free Shipping: This ships for free with a qualify order as part of MoreBeer’s Free Shipping Program.  Under that promo most orders over $59 ship for free.

20% Off at MoreBeer!  use coupon code TOP5

Coupon code TOP5 makes this great keg just $87.99! Shipping is also free to many US addresses.

Also 2.5 Gallon Size: Corny Keg – 2.5 Gallon Ball Lock Keg KEG416

An Illustration of why this is such a great deal! LESS than a used keg when you factor in shipping

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15 Gallon Ball Locks Available … $135 OR $735?

 

  • cornykeg,com has a limited number of used 15 gallon Torpedo Ball Locks.
  • These are are on sale for just $135. That’s over $100 off list and a bargain for a 15 gallon keg!
  • Quantities are limited, check the product page to see if you can still get in on this.

For comparison the other 15 gallon keg offering they have is selling for a whopping… $735.95. Generally speaking, I would say that’s market price. These older 15 gallon Cornelius kegs are hard to find. Granted this isn’t an apples to apples comparison, but the idea is sold. $135 is a stellar deal.

Used Torpedo 15 Gallon Ball Lock Corny Keg

Hands on Review!  Check out my in depth Hands on Review of the 10 gallon version of this keg.

Compare, New at MoreBeer: Torpedo Ball Lock Keg – 15 gal. KEG815

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THREE x Carbonation Caps for PET Bottles – works on gas AND liquid posts – $9.90… $3.30 each, best price + free prime ship

FERRODAY 3 Pack Carbonation Cap Forced Carbonation with PET Bottle 5/16 Barb CO2 Coupling to Carbonate Soda Beer Water PET Bottle Filling Carbonation Cap with No Fall Off Flat Gasket & Thick O-ring

FERRODAY 3 Pack Carbonation Cap Forced Carbonation with PET Bottle 5/16 Barb CO2 Coupling to Carbonate Soda Beer Water PET Bottle Filling Carbonation Cap with No Fall Off Flat Gasket & Thick O-ring

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Highlighted Features
  • Solid Strong Carbonation Cap: High-quality carbonation cap, well made for wear resistance and corrosion-proof. Would last for a long time in good condition. Harder than most PET bottles so won’t be worn out by the bottle’s threads. Must-have equipment for homebrew Carbonation
  • Great for Homebrew Carbonation/ Cleaning: This ball lock carbonation cap is good for both gas/ liquid ball locks, which are most used for homemade beverages carbonation, and meanwhile it is great for cleaning beer/ soda/ water/ juice lines. Easy to set up
  • Forced Carbonation Drinks in PET Bottle: Ideal for forced carbonation in a bottle. Fit for most soft drink PET bottles. Just simply attach this cap with a PET bottle and a ball-lock gas disconnect to coupling CO2 into the bottle for beverage carbonation. Your homemade drinks will be right ready for drinking
  • Enable Dispense From The Bottle Straightly: Got two of these caps, use with a carbonation cap tee piece attach to connect one cap with your dispensing tap and one cap with your co2 system, you can force carbonation your beer with this system and then tap the beer out with the same system, with no co2 loss
  • Food Safe Gasket Sure No Leaks: We use premium material for the gaskets and o-rings. High-resilient food-safe rubber gaskets to seal against the threads and give you sure no leak connections! We are committed to offering you high-quality products as well as superior service! Please feel free to let us know if any problems, we will try our best to help. Provide technical support


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!

Some carbonation cap 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. As of this posting, the product page says this works with both liquid and ball lock posts.  Check the product description for current specs.

1/14 7:30 PM Central: These are selling for just $9.90. That’s the best historical third party Amazon price I found, notwithstanding Lightning Deals or coupons. 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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What’s The Difference? Comparing AEB and AMCYL Ball Lock Kegs

AEB and AMCYL manufacturer ball lock kegs, also called soda pre-mix tanks. Homebrewers use these for beer, cider and seltzer. Coffee shops use them for cold brew, Kombucha makers use them for kombucha and on and on.

A common question I see, or directly hear, is… what’s the difference between AMCYL and AEB?  It’s a great question. Both make new ball lock kegs, both go by abbreviated company names and both start with…. A.  Maybe they’re the same? This write up aims to answer the question and will give you a complete run down of what’s the same and what’s different.

Hands on Reviews of Both:

This post will give an overview of each keg with comparisons. If you want a deep dive into either one, I have in depth hands on reviews of both kegs.

AEB vs AMCYL Kegs, Compared…

Important Note: In this comparison, when two kegs are pictured, AEB kegs will always be on the left an AMCYL kegs will be on the right.

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FLOTit 2.0 with UNI dip tube AND HOOK tool – on sale for $30.60

FLOTit 2.0 with Max Headroom gas dip tube & a HOOK tool - No Beer Left Behind Floating Dip Tube with DFI for always clear beer, less beer waste and no clogging. Ideal for fermenting in kegs.

FLOTit 2.0 with UNI dip tube & a HOOK tool – No Beer Left Behind Floating Dip Tube with DFI of 500/300 micron for always clear beer, less beer waste and no clogging. Ideal for fermenting in kegs.

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Highlighted Features
  • NO-ARM-IN-KEG - all connections are made outside the keg. You'll love it!
  • NO NEED FOR DRY HOP TUBE - double filters of 300/500 micron keeps the poppet valve from clogging
  • NO BEER DUMPING - enjoy the very first pour instead of dumping it like with other floating dip tube
  • NO NEED FOR ADDED WEIGHT to avoid sucking foam
  • NO BEER LEFT BEHIND - unique designed to draw all the beer out. Little left on the yeast cake

 

1/13 9 PM Central: This is on sale for just $30.60. That’s one of the better deals we’ve ever seen. Shipping is also free to many US addresses. Prices, promotions and availability can change quickly.  Check product page for current info – More About Prices

FLOTit 2.0 with UNI dip tube & a HOOK tool – No Beer Left Behind Floating Dip Tube with DFI of 500/300 micron for always clear beer, less beer waste and no clogging. Ideal for fermenting in kegs. – affiliate link, note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

Also: FLOTit 2.0 – No Beer Left Behind Floating Dip Tube with Double Filter Inlet (DFI) of 500/300 micron for always clear beer. Made in USA – affiliate link, note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

Check out our In Depth Hands on Review of FLOTit 2.0


My explanation of how this works…

When we carbonate a keg, pressure is being applied to the keg from the top, via the head space. Beer at the top carbonates first. That carbonation works it’s way down the keg. I’m sure there’s also some movement in the keg that helps to mix things up and distribute carbonation. But just sitting there, I think that mixing is a slow process. However it all works, practically speaking, the beer at the top carbonates more quickly compared to the beer at the bottom. This allows you to serve from the top accessing the more carbonated portion of the keg. It’s also a benefit for clarity because trub settles out heading downward. You can see this stratification in a glass carboy. As the beer starts to clear, the top clears first. I don’t think if this is exactly accurate, but I picture carbonation happening with the same sort of stratification until the beer reaches equilibrium and is equally carbonated throughout.

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8 x MFL Ball Lock Quick Disconnects by LUCKEG, 4 liquid, 4 gas – $14.99… $1.87 each

Cornelius Keg Ball Lock Disconnect - LUCKEG Brand Include Gas MFL Ball Lock Disconnect, Liquid MFL Ball Lock Disconnect for Homebrewing

Cornelius Keg Ball Lock Disconnect – LUCKEG Brand Include Gas MFL Ball Lock Disconnect, Liquid MFL Ball Lock Disconnect for Homebrewing

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Highlighted Features
  • 1.Include: Ball Lock Gas Disconnect MFL 1/4 (PACK of 4), Ball Lock Liquid Disconnect MFL 1/4 (PACK of 4);
  • 2.Material: Food Grade Plastic Material for Ball Lock Quick Disconnect Body and Stainless Steel Material for Flare Thread Part;
  • 3.Easy Connect: The Ball Lock Disconnect MFL is nice for Quick changing Lines or adding other equipment without cutting the Beer Line or Gas Line;
  • 4.Widely Use: The Ball Lock Gas Disconnect is usually connect Keg Charger, and the Ball Lock Liquid Disconnect is usually Connect Beer Faucet Adapter; The most widely use is connect Swivel Nuts and then Connect Beer Gas Line;
  • 5.Guarantee: Quality Guarantee, any problem for Ball Lock Disconnect MFL Sets, Money Back or Replacement free.

 

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4 Packs of Used Ball Locks at MoreBeer – $58 per keg shipped w/coupon

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Pack of four used five gallon ball lock cornelius kegs from MoreBeer.

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From the product description, check product page for current description, price and availability:

Set of four used ball-lock kegs and four complete o-ring rebuild kits plus free shipping. Each rebuild kit includes 5 o-rings – one for the lid, 2 for the body connects, and 2 for the dip tubes.  These 4 Packs ship free, which means a great value for you!

A great price on unrebuilt kegs.  These kegs could have residual soda syrup inside and will need to be cleaned. Most will hold pressure but it is possible some will not.  To totally rebuild the keg, to ensure no pressure leaks,  you should also consider a new relief valve and poppets (part number listed below).

To clean the inside Alkaline Brewery Wash works great for eating away sticky residual soda residue. Kegs will come with some stickers from their use as soda syrup kegs. Stickers can be removed with effort.

The body connnects on a keg are the metal posts where the quick disconnects attach too. They should be removed for cleaning and sanitizing before each use. Kegs can come with either 11/16″ body connects or 7/8″ body connects. We sell deep sockets for the removal of either one. So if you do not have these sockets at home and want to make sure you can disassemble the kegs you may want to purchase both sockets below. Then you will always be covered as your keg collection grows.

Ball lock corny kegs are approximately 8.5″ Diam. x 25″ Height. 26 1/4″ Height with Flare fittings. Measurements may vary slightly.


 

  • These have been out of stock for MONTHS at a time. It’s no surprise as… bulk quantities of used kegs are running out.
  • As of this posting four packs are in stock (singles are still sold out). At $279.99 or $70 each with free shipping these are one of the best deals currently available.
  • I have no idea how long these will last… Check MoreBeer for current price & availability
  • Shipping is free with a qualifying $59 order to many US addresses. Price, promotions and availability can change quickly.
  • Food Safe Replacement O-Rings: You’ll probably need (or want) to replace the o-rings in these kegs.  I recommend food grade silicone – Food Safe Replacement Keg O-Rings via Valuebrew – More Info

Check out my Hands on Review of this keg offering AND see my step by step process for rebuilding kegs that features this offering

Kegs – 4 Pack KEG430A

  • MoreBeer offering 20% off a single item when you use coupon code TOP5
  • *Code will not work with other coupon codes. Offer not valid on gift cards, items over $1000 or products already on sale & MAP products which have an indication on their product page. Single use per customer.

20% Off at MoreBeer!  use coupon code TOP5

That makes these $231.99 or $58 per keg and that includes shipping to many US addresses


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Replacement Ball Lock Keg Posts – Replace Ball Lock or Convert Pin Lock to Ball Lock – on sale for $9.45

MRbrew Cornelius Type Ball Lock Keg Posts,Stainless Steel Poppets and Springs,Poppet Female Thread Gas + Liquid 19/32-18 Thread (Post & Poppet)

MRbrew Cornelius Type Ball Lock Keg Posts,Stainless Steel Poppets and Springs,Poppet Female Thread Gas + Liquid 19/32-18 Thread (Post & Poppet)

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Highlighted Features
  • 【NO LEAKS】Ball lock posts are with quality o-ring to prevent leaks on gas and liquid connection end
  • 【HEALTHY & DUARABLE】This ball lock post are made of green SS 304, your perfect replacement parts
  • 【UNIVERSAL STANDARD SIZE】MRbrew ball lock keg posts make your keg application easier than ever
  • 【CONVENIENT O-RING】Comes with replacement O-rings, good for long-lasting use. Enjoy your craft beer
  • 【ISSUES SOLVING FOR YOU】Be assured to let us know if you are not satisfied, we are here for you


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.

 

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