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How to get a keg ready for first use? New Keg Cleaning and Prep + Limited Time DEAL on PBW

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.

Limited Time Deal on PBW

Five Star P.B.W. Cleanser - 4 Pounds

As of this posting is on sale for $27.98. Shipping is also free to many US addresses. Prices, promotions and availability can change quickly.  Check product page for current info – More About Prices

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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 keg – More AMCYL kegs – Hands 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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We have a new winner… The Best Pin Lock Keg Deal Going on Right Now…

5 Gallon Pin Lock Keg – Dual Handle – Reconditioned

 

Good used pin locks have been hard to find…  When I started brewing pin locks were cheaper than ball locks, but that has changed. There’s been a real reversal in used keg pricing. Used pin locks have been tough to find in stock, especially at anything close to what I would call a good price. This is supply related. New pin lock kegs are not coming into the homebrewing market and we’ve finally hit an availability wall.

As of this posting Beverage Elements has these for just $34.95. That’s an outstanding deal! This the kind of price we saw 5+ years ago. Get them while you can!

For some pricing clarity, MoreBeer’s Pin Lock offering is selling for a whopping $84.99. It has sold out multiple times at that price.

5 Gallon Pin Lock Keg – Dual Handle – Reconditioned

Also at Beverage Elements: Reconditioned 5 Gallon Ball Lock Keg with Dual Handles

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Good used pin locks have been hard to find…  When I started brewing pin locks were cheaper than ball locks, but that has changed. There’s been a real reversal in used keg pricing. Used pin locks have been tough to find in stock, especially at anything close to what I would call a good price. For example, see MoreBeer’s Pin Lock Offering. This is supply related. New pin lock kegs are not coming into the homebrewing market and we’ve finally hit an availability wall.

cornykeg.com has sourced hard to find refurbished pin lock kegs. Prices for these refurbishe kegs start at $42.74 each when you buy a four pack. Get them while you can!

 

Related: Pin Lock Post O-Rings in bulk!  Related: Ball Lock Keg O-Rings vs Pin Lock Keg O-Rings – are they the same?

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If you’re in the market for four kegs, the four pack with coupon code is probably the best deal going on right now.

Pin Lock Keg Pricing Commentary…

There’s been a real reversal in used keg pricing. For example, see MoreBeer’s Pin Lock Offering.  I’m guessing this is related to availability. New pin lock kegs are not coming into the homebrewing market and we’ve finally hit an availability wall. Along those lines, this is the best deal I’m aware of for a pin lock keg. If you’re a devoted pin lock user, now is the time to pick some up.

Recommendation: Now is the time to buy kegs, especially pin locks

Considering the current climate, if you’re a pin lock user. I think now is the time to stock up. Things have been getting consistently worse and worse on the pin lock front. The same has been generally true for ball lock kegs, but the process has been slower than pin locks.

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Just the regulator usually sells for $85… Pin Lock Kegging System…. $99.95!

5 Gallon Pin Lock Keg Kit With CO2 Regulator – Tank Not Included

5 Gallon Pin Lock Keg Kit With CO2 Regulator

  • Reconditioned Class 1 5 gallon pin-lock keg, sanitized, de-labeled, and pressure-checked (CK2-CL1)
  • Dual-gauge high-performance CO2 regulator with 5/16″ barb outlet and check valve to prevent backflow (CO2-REG-516)
  • Barbed pin-lock disconnect for liquid line (PLDLIQB29)
  • Threaded pin-lock disconnect for gas line (PLDGAST277)
  • 5′ of 3/16″ beer line tubing and 4′ of 5/16″ gas line tubing
  • 5/16″ barbed swivels
  • Replacement O-ring kit
  • Picnic faucet and hose clamps

As of this update this combo is on sale for just $99.95. This is an OUTSTANDING DEAL.

5 Gallon Pin Lock Keg Kit With CO2 Regulator

Compare at MoreBeer ($204.13!):

That comes out to $204.13. It’s worth noting that these items aren’t necessarily identical and MoreBeer would be free shipping for most, but the point is… this is an outstanding deal!

+ An Outstanding Deal on Pin Locks…

Good used pin locks have been hard to find…  When I started brewing pin locks were cheaper than ball locks, but that has changed. There’s been a real reversal in used keg pricing. Used pin locks have been tough to find in stock, especially at anything close to what I would call a good price. For example, see MoreBeer’s Pin Lock Offering. This is supply related. New pin lock kegs are not coming into the homebrewing market and we’ve finally hit an availability wall.

As of this posting Beverage Elements has these for just $34.95. That’s an outstanding deal! This the kind of price we saw 5+ years ago. Get them while you can!

5 Gallon Pin Lock Keg – Dual Handle – Reconditioned

Related: Beverage Elements Sale Items

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Pin Lock Kegging System…. $99.95!

5 Gallon Pin Lock Keg Kit With CO2 Regulator – Tank Not Included

5 Gallon Pin Lock Keg Kit With CO2 Regulator

  • Reconditioned Class 1 5 gallon pin-lock keg, sanitized, de-labeled, and pressure-checked (CK2-CL1)
  • Dual-gauge high-performance CO2 regulator with 5/16″ barb outlet and check valve to prevent backflow (CO2-REG-516)
  • Barbed pin-lock disconnect for liquid line (PLDLIQB29)
  • Threaded pin-lock disconnect for gas line (PLDGAST277)
  • 5′ of 3/16″ beer line tubing and 4′ of 5/16″ gas line tubing
  • 5/16″ barbed swivels
  • Replacement O-ring kit
  • Picnic faucet and hose clamps

As of this update this combo is on sale for just $99.95. This is an OUTSTANDING DEAL.

5 Gallon Pin Lock Keg Kit With CO2 Regulator

Compare at MoreBeer ($204.13!):

That comes out to $204.13. It’s worth noting that these items aren’t necessarily identical and MoreBeer would be free shipping for most, but the point is… this is an outstanding deal!

+ An Outstanding Deal on Pin Locks…

Good used pin locks have been hard to find…  When I started brewing pin locks were cheaper than ball locks, but that has changed. There’s been a real reversal in used keg pricing. Used pin locks have been tough to find in stock, especially at anything close to what I would call a good price. For example, see MoreBeer’s Pin Lock Offering. This is supply related. New pin lock kegs are not coming into the homebrewing market and we’ve finally hit an availability wall.

As of this posting Beverage Elements has these for just $34.95. That’s an outstanding deal! This the kind of price we saw 5+ years ago. Get them while you can!

5 Gallon Pin Lock Keg – Dual Handle – Reconditioned

Related: Beverage Elements Sale Items

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Universal Poppets – 304 Stainless + Food Grade Silicone & Reliable O-Ring Replacements. 15 Pack Special, Limited Availability

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Universal Poppets via Valuebrew

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

A Valuebrew Exclusive! Stainless Steel Universal Replacement Poppets with our Food Safe Silicone O-Rings.

These work with all standard Ball Lock and Pin Lock homebrew kegs.

Ever wonder what other universal poppet o-rings are made of? Us too, after all this is one of the most high contact o-rings in you draft beer setup. We took matters into our own hands and worked with our suppliers to source a 304 Stainless Steel + Food Grade Silicone option. Stainless steel construction on all the metal parts and premium quality food grade silicone for the o-ring.

Our pledge to you… Let’s face it, the stainless pieces in most universal replacement poppets should last a long, long time. How about the o-rings? Not so much… lost, broken, cracked, off smell. This is where our pledge comes in… we’ll always carry replacement o-rings for these universal poppets. No need to guess what size replacements to buy or completely replace your universal poppets because you don’t have a reliable source for replacements.

 

I use universal style poppets exclusively when rebuilding kegs. Finding the right OEM specific replacement poppets can be a chore. Beyond finding the right part number, these can be prohibitively expensive. Paying $10 to $14, or more, for an OEM poppet isn’t fun. In fact, if you really had to pay that, it may not even make sense to keep the keg.

I’ve long advocated to tossing OEM o-rings immediately. You don’t know what they’re made of, and you can’t get replacements. Replacing them immediately with a known quality o-ring and known part number before trimming to fit means you’ll be using the right materials and have a source for replacements.  See: Universal Poppet Tips & Tricks

Well… finally there’s an option that comes with quality o-rings made from the right materials out of the box!  Beyond that, Valuebrew has pledged to always carry replacement o-rings, so you’ll always have a source when the time comes for replacements.  Available in 5 and 10 packs with the option to add on a pack of replacement o-rings.

Universal Poppets < standard page, see below for deal

15 Pack Special…

Valuebrew has always offered 5 and 10 count packs. They are running a limited time 15 pack deal.  These are on sale for $24.49. Coupon code 15pack takes another 10% off.

Limited stock available for this deal, VB says… “Note that we’ve set aside a limited amount of our stock for this promo. When those are gone, they’re gone.”

We posted this same deal back in December and it sold out relatively quickly.

Note: You must use this link. The 15 pack special doesn’t show on the standard product page or by searching…

Universal Poppets – 15 Pack Deal

If you’re placing a larger order, this freebie deal should stack too…

Freebie… Place an order of $50 or more and they’ll also throw in a 4 pack of POP Pints

FREE! POP 18oz Pint – 4 Pack w/Purchase – include that item and your $50 order

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The Best Pin Lock Keg Deal Going on Right Now…

5 Gallon Pin Lock Keg – Dual Handle – Reconditioned

 

Good used pin locks have been hard to find…  When I started brewing pin locks were cheaper than ball locks, but that has changed. There’s been a real reversal in used keg pricing. Used pin locks have been tough to find in stock, especially at anything close to what I would call a good price. This is supply related. New pin lock kegs are not coming into the homebrewing market and we’ve finally hit an availability wall.

As of this posting Beverage Elements has these for just $34.95. That’s an outstanding deal! This the kind of price we saw 5+ years ago. Get them while you can!

For some pricing clarity, MoreBeer’s Pin Lock offering is selling for a whopping $84.99. It has sold out multiple times at that price.

5 Gallon Pin Lock Keg – Dual Handle – Reconditioned

Also at Beverage Elements: Reconditioned 5 Gallon Ball Lock Keg with Dual Handles

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Good used pin locks have been hard to find…  When I started brewing pin locks were cheaper than ball locks, but that has changed. There’s been a real reversal in used keg pricing. Used pin locks have been tough to find in stock, especially at anything close to what I would call a good price. For example, see MoreBeer’s Pin Lock Offering. This is supply related. New pin lock kegs are not coming into the homebrewing market and we’ve finally hit an availability wall.

cornykeg.com has sourced hard to find refurbished pin lock kegs. Prices for these refurbishe kegs start at $42.74 each when you buy a four pack. Get them while you can!

 

Related: Pin Lock Post O-Rings in bulk!  Related: Ball Lock Keg O-Rings vs Pin Lock Keg O-Rings – are they the same?

pin lock keg orings

If you’re in the market for four kegs, the four pack with coupon code is probably the best deal going on right now.

Pin Lock Keg Pricing Commentary…

There’s been a real reversal in used keg pricing. For example, see MoreBeer’s Pin Lock Offering.  I’m guessing this is related to availability. New pin lock kegs are not coming into the homebrewing market and we’ve finally hit an availability wall. Along those lines, this is the best deal I’m aware of for a pin lock keg. If you’re a devoted pin lock user, now is the time to pick some up.

Recommendation: Now is the time to buy kegs, especially pin locks

Considering the current climate, if you’re a pin lock user. I think now is the time to stock up. Things have been getting consistently worse and worse on the pin lock front. The same has been generally true for ball lock kegs, but the process has been slower than pin locks.

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MoreBeer’s Pin Lock Kegs Are Back in Stock!

Pin Lock Cornelius Keg - Without Gaskets Replaced (Pin Lock) KEG433

Pin Lock Cornelius Keg – Without Gaskets Replaced (Pin Lock) from MoreBeer

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

These are reconditioned 5-gallon capacity, pin lock kegs with rubber tops and bottoms (color may vary). Lids have fixed pressure relief valves (not pull style).

The interior and exterior are washed and rinsed and all gaskets are replaced to ensure that no soda flavor or residue is left behind. We do not replace poppets, however these can be purchased separately via part numbers KEG544.
Kegs are pressure tested and are guaranteed to be holding pressure upon delivery. Please notify us within 48 hours of receipt if they are not holding pressure.

All kegs are used and have cosmetic blemishes, i.e. minor scratches, dings and stickers. These blemishes will not affect the functionality of the keg.
Body connects should be removed for cleaning and sanitizing before every use. Kegs may come with either 11/16 inch body connects or 7/8 inch body connects. We sell deep sockets for the removal of either one (Part number KEG775).

Kegs are approximately 9″ Diam. x 22.25″ Height. 25.25″ Height with fittings. Measurements may vary slightly.

 

  • MoreBeer had been selling these for $84.99 for quite some time. They have completely sold out multiple times at that price.
  • As of this posting, they’re back in stock.
  • Shipping is free with a qualifying $59 order to many US addresses.
  • Rebuild It!
  • Availability has been volatile. Check product page to see if that’s still available.

Used 5 Gal. Pin Lock Kegs KEG432

OR, LESS than HALF that price…

5 Gallon Pin Lock Keg – Dual Handle – Reconditioned

Reconditioned 5 Gallon Pin Lock Keg

Our reconditioned pin lock homebrew keg is the perfect affordable solution for home brewing and beverage making.  Pin locks are the alternative to the more-common ball lock kegs, and they have some unique features and benefits of their own.

First, the “pin” part refers to the method of attaching the disconnects to the keg posts. Pin lock kegs have (not surprisingly) pins on each post – two on the liquid, one on the gas. These pins hold the disconnects very securely, and because there’s two pins on the liquid side and three on the gas, you’ll never confuse one line for the other. Kinda cool.

Second, pin lock kegs are typically shorter than similarly sized ball locks, making them ideal when space is a little tight.

Finally, they’re cheap! These kegs give great bang for the buck without giving up anything in performance.

So go ahead and do something a little different. Grab a classic 5 gallon pin lock keg or three and stand out in the homebrew crowd. (Oh, and they’re also pretty great for cold brew coffee, nitro coffee, soda, Kombucha tea, and whatever else you’re drinkin’)

Reconditioned 5 Gallon Pin Lock Keg Features

  • Durable stainless steel construction
  • Dual rubber handles—colors will vary
  • Reconditioned – cleaned, sanitized, de-labled and pressure-checked prior to shipment
  • We replace the keg O-rings as necessary during testing. We still recommend that you keep a spare set on hand at all times, as O-rings sometimes crack in transit and when you clean the keg.
  • Great for homebrew beer, soda, and Kombucha tea, as well as nitro coffee and cold brew coffee

Keg Specifications

  • Keg body of 304 stainless steel
  • Approved by the NSF
  • 9″ diameter x 22″ height. Keg dimensions may vary slightly from wear.

This is a Class 1 keg. That’s the best condition used keg we offer, but please remember the keg is still used and will have some scratches, dents and signs of wear

Good used pin locks have been hard to find…  When I started brewing pin locks were cheaper than ball locks, but that has changed. There’s been a real reversal in used keg pricing. Used pin locks have been tough to find in stock, especially at anything close to what I would call a good price. For example, see MoreBeer’s Pin Lock Offering. This is supply related. New pin lock kegs are not coming into the homebrewing market and we’ve finally hit an availability wall.

As of this posting Beverage Elements has these for just $34.95. That’s an outstanding deal! This the kind of price we saw 5+ years ago. Get them while you can!

5 Gallon Pin Lock Keg – Dual Handle – Reconditioned

Related: Pin Lock Post O-Rings in bulk!  Related: Ball Lock Keg O-Rings vs Pin Lock Keg O-Rings – are they the same?

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Limited Availability: Scratch & Dent Pin Locks – on sale for $37.95

Scratch & Dent Converted BALL LOCK Keg

Scratch and Dent Converted Pin Locks from cornykeg.com

These kegs hold pressure and work fine, but have some more significant dents or they may have a broken handle or possibly just more labels than we allow.

These are refurbished Pin Lock kegs with all new orings. Photo shows example keg. Keg will have static pressure relief lid and not a lid with a manual pressure relief valve.

As of this posting these are on sale for $37.95. Check site for current price & availability.

PIN Lock 5 Gallon Keg – Scratch N Dent

Related: 5 Gallon Pin Lock Keg – Dual Handle – Reconditioned at Beverage

Also: Pin Locks at Beverage Elements

5 Gallon Pin Lock Keg – Dual Handle – Reconditioned

Reconditioned 5 Gallon Pin Lock Keg

Our reconditioned pin lock homebrew keg is the perfect affordable solution for home brewing and beverage making.  Pin locks are the alternative to the more-common ball lock kegs, and they have some unique features and benefits of their own.

First, the “pin” part refers to the method of attaching the disconnects to the keg posts. Pin lock kegs have (not surprisingly) pins on each post – two on the liquid, one on the gas. These pins hold the disconnects very securely, and because there’s two pins on the liquid side and three on the gas, you’ll never confuse one line for the other. Kinda cool.

Second, pin lock kegs are typically shorter than similarly sized ball locks, making them ideal when space is a little tight.

Finally, they’re cheap! These kegs give great bang for the buck without giving up anything in performance.

So go ahead and do something a little different. Grab a classic 5 gallon pin lock keg or three and stand out in the homebrew crowd. (Oh, and they’re also pretty great for cold brew coffee, nitro coffee, soda, Kombucha tea, and whatever else you’re drinkin’)

Reconditioned 5 Gallon Pin Lock Keg Features

  • Durable stainless steel construction
  • Dual rubber handles—colors will vary
  • Reconditioned – cleaned, sanitized, de-labled and pressure-checked prior to shipment
  • We replace the keg O-rings as necessary during testing. We still recommend that you keep a spare set on hand at all times, as O-rings sometimes crack in transit and when you clean the keg.
  • Great for homebrew beer, soda, and Kombucha tea, as well as nitro coffee and cold brew coffee

Keg Specifications

  • Keg body of 304 stainless steel
  • Approved by the NSF
  • 9″ diameter x 22″ height. Keg dimensions may vary slightly from wear.

This is a Class 1 keg. That’s the best condition used keg we offer, but please remember the keg is still used and will have some scratches, dents and signs of wear

Good used pin locks have been hard to find…  When I started brewing pin locks were cheaper than ball locks, but that has changed. There’s been a real reversal in used keg pricing. Used pin locks have been tough to find in stock, especially at anything close to what I would call a good price. For example, see MoreBeer’s Pin Lock Offering. This is supply related. New pin lock kegs are not coming into the homebrewing market and we’ve finally hit an availability wall.

As of this posting Beverage Elements has these for just $34.95. That’s an outstanding deal! This the kind of price we saw 5+ years ago. Get them while you can!

5 Gallon Pin Lock Keg – Dual Handle – Reconditioned

AND… Scratch and Dent Ball Locks

SCRATCH & DENT PEPSI STYLE BALL LOCK KEG

Scratch and Dent Ball Locks from cornykeg.com

These kegs hold pressure and work fine, but have some more significant dents. They may have a broken handle or loose rubber top or bottom or an excessive amount of labels. These are refurbished ball lock Pepsi Style kegs with all new orings and a manual pull-ring relief valve. Photo shows example kegs, but are priced each.

As of this posting these are on sale for $42.95. Check site for current price & availability.

SCRATCH & DENT PEPSI STYLE BALL LOCK KEG

Complete Lineup: All Kegs at cornykeg.com | All Sale Items


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Replacement Ball Lock Keg Posts – Replace Ball Lock or Convert Pin Lock to Ball Lock – on sale for $8.95

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
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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.

 

11/7 1 PM Central: These are on sale for just $8.95. Shipping is also free to many US addresses with Prime Membership [Try Prime for Free] or a qualifying order.  Prices, promotions and availability can change quickly.  Check product page for current info – More About Prices

MRbrew Cornelius Type Ball Lock Keg Posts,Stainless Steel Poppets and Springs,Poppet Female Thread Gas + Liquid 19/32-18 Thread (Post & Poppet) – affiliate link, note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

Also: What’s the Difference Between Ball Lock Kegs and Pin Lock Kegs?

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5 Gallon Reconditioned Pin Lock Kegs… $34.99!

5 Gallon Pin Lock Keg – Dual Handle – Reconditioned

Reconditioned 5 Gallon Pin Lock Keg

Our reconditioned pin lock homebrew keg is the perfect affordable solution for home brewing and beverage making.  Pin locks are the alternative to the more-common ball lock kegs, and they have some unique features and benefits of their own.

First, the “pin” part refers to the method of attaching the disconnects to the keg posts. Pin lock kegs have (not surprisingly) pins on each post – two on the liquid, one on the gas. These pins hold the disconnects very securely, and because there’s two pins on the liquid side and three on the gas, you’ll never confuse one line for the other. Kinda cool.

Second, pin lock kegs are typically shorter than similarly sized ball locks, making them ideal when space is a little tight.

Finally, they’re cheap! These kegs give great bang for the buck without giving up anything in performance.

So go ahead and do something a little different. Grab a classic 5 gallon pin lock keg or three and stand out in the homebrew crowd. (Oh, and they’re also pretty great for cold brew coffee, nitro coffee, soda, Kombucha tea, and whatever else you’re drinkin’)

Reconditioned 5 Gallon Pin Lock Keg Features

  • Durable stainless steel construction
  • Dual rubber handles—colors will vary
  • Reconditioned – cleaned, sanitized, de-labled and pressure-checked prior to shipment
  • We replace the keg O-rings as necessary during testing. We still recommend that you keep a spare set on hand at all times, as O-rings sometimes crack in transit and when you clean the keg.
  • Great for homebrew beer, soda, and Kombucha tea, as well as nitro coffee and cold brew coffee

Keg Specifications

  • Keg body of 304 stainless steel
  • Approved by the NSF
  • 9″ diameter x 22″ height. Keg dimensions may vary slightly from wear.

This is a Class 1 keg. That’s the best condition used keg we offer, but please remember the keg is still used and will have some scratches, dents and signs of wear

Good used pin locks have been hard to find…  When I started brewing pin locks were cheaper than ball locks, but that has changed. There’s been a real reversal in used keg pricing. Used pin locks have been tough to find in stock, especially at anything close to what I would call a good price. For example, see MoreBeer’s Pin Lock Offering. This is supply related. New pin lock kegs are not coming into the homebrewing market and we’ve finally hit an availability wall.

As of this posting Beverage Elements has these for just $34.95. That’s an outstanding deal! This the kind of price we saw 5+ years ago. Get them while you can!

5 Gallon Pin Lock Keg – Dual Handle – Reconditioned

Also at Beverage Elements: Reconditioned 5 Gallon Ball Lock Keg with Dual Handles

Related: Beverage Elements Sale Items

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Also: Kegerator Tips & Gear | Keg Repair Part #s | Recent Keg Finds

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Replacement Ball Lock Keg Posts… $6.28!

Driak 19/32"-18 Thread Cornelius Type Ball Lock Keg Fittings Poppet fit Ball Lock Keg Post Liquid & Gas,Keg Seal Replacement Kit o-ring

9/32″-18 Thread Cornelius Type Keg Posts

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Highlighted Features
  • Cornelius Type keg Ball Lock Post & Poppet Female Thread Gas + liquid
  • Thread Standard: 19/32"-18
  • The kit contains a liquid and gas post fitting
  • The ball lock conversion kit allows you to convert your Cornelius pin lock keg to a ball lock keg.
  • These work great with Cornelius style kegs. NOT compatible with Firestone, Hoover, and Spartanburg kegs.
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  • Replace damaged posts on your compatible ball lock keg or convert compatible pin lock kegs to ball lock.  How to Find Your Keg Model
  • The product description mentions converting pin lock keg to ball lock. Pin locks typically have 9/16-18 thread, so I doubt this will work with most pin lock kegs.
  • This set appears to include Universal Poppets – check out our Tips on Installing and Adjusting Universal Poppets

11/2 7:30 PM Central: These are on sale for just… $6.28. That’s a bargain! Shipping is also free to many US addresses with Prime Membership [Try Prime for Free] or a qualifying order.  Prices, promotions and availability can change quickly.  Check product page for current info – More About Prices

Driak 19/32″-18 Thread Cornelius Type Ball Lock Keg Fittings Poppet fit Ball Lock Keg Post Liquid & Gas,Keg Seal Replacement Kit o-ring – affiliate link, note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

Also: What’s the Difference Between Ball Lock Kegs and Pin Lock Kegs?

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New Replacement Corny Keg Lid with Stainless Steel PRV… $12.50!

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

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

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Highlighted Features
  • REPLACEMENT KEG LID: for ball lock and pin lock kegs
  • PRESSURE RELIEF: Built-in manual pressure relief
  • MODIFY EXISTING PIN LOCK KEG: Add a manual pressure relief to your pin lock keg
  • MODIFY EXISTING BALL LOCK KEG: Refresh your ball lock keg with a brand new lid
  • QUALITY CONSTRUCTION: Stainless steel with new O-ring
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Note from HBF: One difference between Pin Lock and Ball Lock kegs is the type of lids that come with each.  Ball Locks, generally, have a manual PRV valve, while Pin Locks do not.  Ball Lock style lids are, in my opinion, superior because the manual PRV allows you to easily vent your keg as needed.  The good news is that, for standard kegs, the lids are the same size and can be interchanged.  That means you can use a Ball Lock style lid in a Pin Lock Keg.

As of this update these are selling for just $12.50. Shipping is an additional fee. For me… I’m seeing $7.04 shipping, but that may vary based on location. The key thing is that each additional lid ships for less. As an example, if I order 5 lids shipping is $7.19. Just 5 cents more than shipping for a single lid.  Prices, promotions and availability can change quickly.  Check product page for current info – More About Prices

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Ends Today: Stacking Deals on Bulk O-Rings + Now is a Great Time to Replace

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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 DST with an order of $30 or more to get the deal

In my opinion now is a great time to replace your keg o-rings…

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

Reader Feedback!

Thanks to John for the feedback via Facebook!  Connect with HBF on Facebook & More

More about food safe materials:

For whatever reason, it’s difficult to find food safe keg o-rings.  Maybe some of the o-rings that are available are food safe, but very few are actually labeled as such.

The fact is we’re putting beer (food) in our kegs and we should be using food safe materials whenever we can.  More Info: Food Safe Replacement Keg O-Rings

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5 Gallon Reconditioned Pin Lock Kegs… $34.99!

5 Gallon Pin Lock Keg – Dual Handle – Reconditioned

Reconditioned 5 Gallon Pin Lock Keg

Our reconditioned pin lock homebrew keg is the perfect affordable solution for home brewing and beverage making.  Pin locks are the alternative to the more-common ball lock kegs, and they have some unique features and benefits of their own.

First, the “pin” part refers to the method of attaching the disconnects to the keg posts. Pin lock kegs have (not surprisingly) pins on each post – two on the liquid, one on the gas. These pins hold the disconnects very securely, and because there’s two pins on the liquid side and three on the gas, you’ll never confuse one line for the other. Kinda cool.

Second, pin lock kegs are typically shorter than similarly sized ball locks, making them ideal when space is a little tight.

Finally, they’re cheap! These kegs give great bang for the buck without giving up anything in performance.

So go ahead and do something a little different. Grab a classic 5 gallon pin lock keg or three and stand out in the homebrew crowd. (Oh, and they’re also pretty great for cold brew coffee, nitro coffee, soda, Kombucha tea, and whatever else you’re drinkin’)

Reconditioned 5 Gallon Pin Lock Keg Features

  • Durable stainless steel construction
  • Dual rubber handles—colors will vary
  • Reconditioned – cleaned, sanitized, de-labled and pressure-checked prior to shipment
  • We replace the keg O-rings as necessary during testing. We still recommend that you keep a spare set on hand at all times, as O-rings sometimes crack in transit and when you clean the keg.
  • Great for homebrew beer, soda, and Kombucha tea, as well as nitro coffee and cold brew coffee

Keg Specifications

  • Keg body of 304 stainless steel
  • Approved by the NSF
  • 9″ diameter x 22″ height. Keg dimensions may vary slightly from wear.

This is a Class 1 keg. That’s the best condition used keg we offer, but please remember the keg is still used and will have some scratches, dents and signs of wear

Good used pin locks have been hard to find…  When I started brewing pin locks were cheaper than ball locks, but that has changed. There’s been a real reversal in used keg pricing. Used pin locks have been tough to find in stock, especially at anything close to what I would call a good price. For example, see MoreBeer’s Pin Lock Offering. This is supply related. New pin lock kegs are not coming into the homebrewing market and we’ve finally hit an availability wall.

As of this posting Beverage Elements has these for just $34.95. That’s an outstanding deal! This the kind of price we saw 5+ years ago. Get them while you can!

5 Gallon Pin Lock Keg – Dual Handle – Reconditioned

Also at Beverage Elements: Reconditioned 5 Gallon Ball Lock Keg with Dual Handles

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FLOTit 2.0 – Double Filter Floating Dip Tube, Made in USA – on sale for $29 + Hands on Review

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
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10/29 11 PM Central: This combo is on sale for $29. Shipping is also free to many US addresses.  Prices, promotions and availability can change quickly.  Check product page for current info – More About Prices

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Check out our In Depth Hands on Review of FLOTit 2.0

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$29.00
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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.
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FLOTit 2.0 with UNI dip tube - 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.

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

Thanks to /u/NachoTacocat on r/homebrew for this photo and build info!

Benefits of Fermenting Under Pressure + The Challenges of Dry Hopping Under Pressure

Fermenting under pressure has some great benefits. One of the challenges that using this method presents is… dry hopping. When fermenting under pressure the beer is carbonated. Adding dry hops to a fermented and carbonated beer, especially one at relatively warm fermentation temps equates to a Mentos+Diet Coke sort of situation. The hops provide lots and lots of nucleation points that can cause the beer to erupt expelling foam all over the place in the process denaturing head retaining proteins.

FermZilla fermenters from Kegland have a ready made solution called the Hop Bong. It allows you easily dry hop under pressure. Since the beer and dry hops are under pressure you don’t have foaming problems when dry hopping.

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4 x Replacement Keg Dip Tubes – $10.99 = $2.75 each

2 pak Stainless Steel Dip Tube Gas In and Liquid Out for Homebrew Draft Beer Cornelius Corny Keg

2 pak Stainless Steel Dip Tube Gas In and Liquid Out for Homebrew Draft Beer Cornelius Corny Keg

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Highlighted Features
  • Replacement for gas in dip tube on homebrew kegs,and you can connect Beer hose with the barb of Liquid Out Dip Tube.
  • Made of 304SS.Tube diameter: 5/16"
  • For Homebrew Draft Beer Cornelius Corny Keg and you can make other container to a ball lock keg.
  • Stainless Steel with O-ring.
  • Package included: 4 x Dip Tube
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Thoughts from HBF… This appears to be 2 sets of 2 dip tubes, a total of 4.  2 each liquid and gas.  The liquid dip tubes appear to be similar in size to gas dip tubes.  My guess is they are intended for floating dip tube sorts of applications.  They should also function as gas dip tubes.

10/25 8:30 PM Central: These are selling for just $10.99. Shipping is also free to many US addresses with Prime Membership [Try Prime for Free] or a qualifying order.  Prices, promotions and availability can change quickly.  Check product page for current info – More About Prices

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Ends Soon: Stacking Deals on Bulk O-Rings + Now is a Great Time to Replace

valuebrew.com sale

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 DST with an order of $30 or more to get the deal

In my opinion now is a great time to replace your keg o-rings…

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

Reader Feedback!

Thanks to John for the feedback via Facebook!  Connect with HBF on Facebook & More

More about food safe materials:

For whatever reason, it’s difficult to find food safe keg o-rings.  Maybe some of the o-rings that are available are food safe, but very few are actually labeled as such.

The fact is we’re putting beer (food) in our kegs and we should be using food safe materials whenever we can.  More Info: Food Safe Replacement Keg O-Rings

Featured in Our Keg Rebuild Post!


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Replacement Pin Lock Keg Posts – set on sale for $9.95 + Pin Lock Keg Blowout Sale

Used Set of Cornelius Brand Pin Lock Keg Posts

  • As of this posting Keg Connection has replacement pin lock keg posts on sale for just $9.95.
  • HBF Reader Coupon!  As of this posting, coupon code HBF5OFF takes an additional 5% off nearly everything.
  • Flat Rate Shipping: Keg Connection’s Flat Rate Shipping Promotion.  Your entire order ships for one flat rate, no matter how much you order, to addresses in the contiguous US.

Used Set of Cornelius Brand Pin Lock Keg Posts

Used Firestone Post Set, Reconditioned with new parts – Pin Lock

Complete Lineup of Posts and Poppets

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SIX Pin Lock MFL Quick Disconnects + Swivel Nuts & Clamps… $17.99, best price + free prime ship

LUCKEG Homebrew Pin Lock Disconnect Pin Lock MFL Quick Disconnect with Swivel Nut and Free Hose Clamp for Draft Beer Keg System

LUCKEG Homebrew Pin Lock Disconnect Pin Lock MFL Quick Disconnect with Swivel Nut and Free Hose Clamp for Draft Beer Keg System

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Highlighted Features
  • 1.Include: Pin Lock Gas Disconnect MFL type with 5/16" swivel nuts (3 pcs), Pin Lock Liquid Disconnect MFL type with 3/16" swivel nuts (3 pcs), Worm Clamps 6 pcs;
  • 2.Material: PBT Material for Pin Lock Quick Disconnect and Stainless Steel for Swivel Nuts and Worm Clamps;
  • 3.Easy Connect: The Gray Base Pin Lock Keg Disconnect connect 5/16" Gas Line, and the Black Base Pin Lock Keg Disconnect connect 3/16" Beer Line;
  • 4.Use: The Pin Lock MFL Disconnects used for Cornelius Style Pin Lock Keg, Works for Beer or Soda;
  • 5.Guarantee: Quality Guarantee, any problem for Pin Lock Disconnect, Money Back or Replacement Free.
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Since You’re a Pin Lock Keg Owner:

10/23 6 AM Central: These are selling for just $17.99. 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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