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TWO x Ferroday Stainless Carbonation Cap for PET Bottles – works on gas AND liquid posts – $17.99, $9 each!

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

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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. For PCO1881/ 1 -1/8-8un PET Bottles, like most soft drink PET bottles
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
Easily Forced Carbonation Drinks: Ideal for forced carbonation drinks in 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 drinkin
Food Safe Gasket/ 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 no leak connections! We updated our package with more o-rings and more gaskets for replacement
No Regrets Purchase: Stainless steel made carbonation cap. 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.

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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 Conversion | Building 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 the product description for current specs.

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

12/20 2 PM 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

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

Also Available in Single Count: Ferroday Stainless Carbonation Cap Counter Pressure Bottle Filling With 5/16″ Barb，CO2 Coupling To Carbonate Soda Beer Fruit Juice Water – 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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Stainless Carbonation Cap for PET Bottles… $8.99 + Draft Line Cleaner Builds

Stainless Steel Carbonation Cap

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Heavy Duty Stainless Steel for Carbonation Cap, Perfect Polishing Surface,with two free Food Grade Silicone Seal Rings;
Unique Machined the Carbonation Cap, can fit Both Black Liquid Ball Lock Disconnect and Grey Gas Ball Lock Disconnect;
The Carbonation Cap can fits Most Soft Drink PET Bottles, easy to Counter Pressure Bottle Fill PET Bottles;
The Carbonation Cap can Carbonate Various Beverages, including Soda, Beer, Juice, Water or Clean Beer Line;
Quality Guarantee: Any Defective for Carbonation Cap, Backed by 45 days Money-Back.

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Potential Uses:

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 Conversion | Building a Simple Ball Lock Draft Line Flushing Setup
Related Top Post: Fun with Carbonation Caps!

12/20 1:30 PM Central: These are on sale for just $8.99. 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

PET Bottles Beer Carbonation Cap – Counter Pressure Bottle Filling with 5/16″ Barb, Carbonation Beer Soda Water Brewed Beer, Fits Most Soft Drink PET Bottles – 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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STC-1000 Digital Temperature Controller – on sale for $9.99, best price

STC-1000 Digital Temperature Controller Digital LED Display DC 110V-220V 10A Celsius Heating Cooling Centigrade Thermostat Sensor 2 Relay Output with NTC 10K Thermistor Sensors Temperature Probe

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STC-1000 Digital Thermostat temperature control range: -50-99°C, celsius display. Easy operation, to set start temperature, stop temperature, corrected temperature correction, delay start.
Dual heating and cooling function : Heating ( start temperature is less than stop temperature); Cooling ( start temperature is above than stop temperature). Refrigerating contro, output delay protection.
The NTC probe is waterproof and allows to control the temperature even of fluids, allowing the controlled heated or cooling.
Wide Application : Suitable for all kinds of seafood machine ,HVAC compressors, freezer , fridge , air conditioner, fermentation chamber , chest freezer ,water chiller and other equipments which need automatic switching between refrigerating and heating.
Working Mode: Heater, when temperature is lower than the set temp, the controller will automatic turn on and turn off when higher than the set temperature. Cooler appliance, the temperature turn on when the temperature is higher than set temp, and turn off when the temperature is lower than set.

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Use to help control temperature of your kegerator, fermentation chamber or as part of your brew system. Dual Stage means this can control a heating and cooling device. Alternatively, it can control a heating or a cooling device. Note that this is an unwired controller and will require some work to implement in your project. See: ITC-1000 Step by Step Build for one possible configuration. If you’re looking for a pre-wired temp controller, consider – ITC-308 – Review.

12/18 2 AM Central: These are selling for just $19.99. 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

STC-1000 Digital Temperature Controller Digital LED Display DC 110V-220V 10A Celsius Heating Cooling Centigrade Thermostat Sensor 2 Relay Output with NTC 10K Thermistor Sensors Temperature Probe – affiliate link, note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

Also: Inkbird Itc-308 – Review| Yeast Starters & Fermentation | Kegerator Tips & Gear | Inkbird Temperature Controller Deals and Reviews!

Inkbird ITC-308 Digital Temperature Controller 2-Stage Outlet Thermostat Heating and Cooling Mode Carboy Homebrew Fermenter Greenhouse Terrarium 110V 10A

Inkbird WiFi ITC-308 Digital Temperature Controller Aquarium Thermostat for Aquarium Heater and Cooler, with Waterproof Sensor.

Elitech STC-1000 Temperature Controller Origin Digital 110V Centigrade Thermostat 2 Relays

STC-1000 Digital Temperature Controller Digital LED Display DC 110V-220V 10A Celsius Heating Cooling Centigrade Thermostat Sensor 2 Relay Output with NTC 10K Thermistor Sensors Temperature Probe

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VEVOR Welding Table – great base for a brew cart? on sale for $100.99 w/coupon

VEVOR Welding Table 36″x18″, 1200lbs Load Capacity Steel Welding Workbench Table on Wheels, Portable Work Bench with Braking Lockable Casters, 4 Tool Slots, 5/8-inch Fixture Holes, Tool Tray

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Achieve Perfect Welds: Whether you're a metal hobbyist or a seasoned professional, the VEVOR welding table offers a wide range of applications. Boasting a spacious desktop area measuring 36" x 18", it accommodates diverse work needs, facilitating the easy welding of intricate and petite parts.
Unmatched Stability and Safety: Crafted with a sturdy and lightweight carbon steel frame, this steel welding workbench boasts an exceptional weight capacity of up to 1200 pounds. Its advanced carbon steel plate surface is treated with care, delivering superior wear resistance and rust prevention, ensuring unparalleled durability and longevity.
Convenient for Fixturing: 94 5/8-inch fixture holes and 4 tool slots make this welding bench easy to clamp your fixtures. And the innovative tool tray design not only saves space, but also doubles your storage capacity.
Move with Any Burden: Our welding table is built for both safety and style. The braking wheels prevent accidents caused by sudden braking, while ensuring smooth and effortless movement. Invisible sleek handle adds to its aesthetic value, without any unnecessary elements. You can easily drag and relocate it to wherever you need it with ease.
Effortless Assembly: Assembling the welding table is a breeze, and you can easily follow the instructions to complete the installation. The upgraded packaging design protects the product better, ensuring it arrives at your doorstep in pristine condition. Contact us anytime if you have any questions after receiving the product.

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Considering this is designed for welding, I’m wondering if this would make a great base for a brew cart or mobile brew system. If you put something together using this… let me know so I can spread the word.

12/17 9 AM Central: This is on sale for $115.99. Apply the $15 off coupon that’s available on the product page and the price drops to $100.99 at checkout. Shipping is also free to many US addresses. Prices, promotions and availability can change quickly. Check product page for current info – More About Prices

VEVOR Welding Table 36″x18″, 1200lbs Load Capacity Steel Welding Workbench Table on Wheels, Portable Work Bench with Braking Lockable Casters, 4 Tool Slots, 5/8-inch Fixture Holes, Tool Tray – 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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Make Your Own DIY Custom Tap Handles! – 10 EZ Lok Brass Inserts – Tap Handle Ferrule

10 Pack of EZ Lok Threaded Brass Inserts by E-Z Lok

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THREADED INSERTS FOR WOOD – E-Z LOK Thread Inserts for hard-wood are ideal for applications where stripping or thread erosion is possible. Perfect for furniture, cabinets, displays, and more.
PROPRIETARY KNIFE THREAD – E-Z Knife thread inserts provide superior holding power using a proprietary external “knife” thread to slice into the wood.
BRASS OR STEEL OPTIONS – Brass threaded inserts or stainless steel threaded inserts available. Stainless steel is recommended for particularly hard wood and anywhere corrosion resistance is needed.
FOR USE WITH APPLICATIONS – The E-Z Knife threaded inserts for wood are designed for use in hard woods such as oak, cherry, and maple.
STRONG THREADS MADE EASY – Easily installs with a screwdriver, bolt/jam nut, or an optional E-Z LOK drive tool.

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Use to make your own custom tap handles and more. Choose 3/8-16 for standard tap handle threading.

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

E-Z LOK Knife Threaded Insert for Hard-Wood, Brass Thread Inserts 3/8-16 Internal Threads, 0.625″ Length Pack of 10 – 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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Make a great tap handle using these? Let me know and I’ll share the details with your fellow homebrewers and craft beer lovers

E-Z LOK Knife Threaded Insert for Hard-Wood, Brass Thread Inserts 3/8-16 Internal Threads, 0.625" Length Pack of 10

E-Z LOK Drive Tool - Optional - Use with 329-6, 329-601, 329-624, 303-6, 303-624, 319-6, 319-624, 335-6, 450-10, 550-6, 650-10, 650-10F, 453-10, 653-10, 653-10F, 400-6, 400-624,

Related: the optional drive tool… E-Z LOK Drive Tool

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OxiClean Free Versatile Stain Remover Powder, 3 lb

Vacuum Sealer Machine with 55 Count 8"x12" Food Sealers Bags and 8"*79' Vacuum Sealer Roll, Inkbird Automatic Vacuum Sealers Machine with Built-in Cutter, Dry & Moist Sealing Modes for Food Storage

Gamma2 Vittles Vault Airtight Dog Food Storage Container - Fits up to 35 Pounds of Dry Pet Food - Perfect for Cat and Puppy Kibble - BPA-Free Plastic - Made in the USA - 12" L x 16.75" H

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.

Meat Thermometer Digital for Grilling and Cooking - ANDAXIN Waterproof Ultra-Fast Instant Read Food thermometers with Backlight & Calibration for Kitchen, Deep Fry, BBQ, Grill(Red/Black), LCD

VEVOR Magnetic Stirrer, 0-2000 RPM Stir Plate with Adjustable Speed Knob, 3000mL Plate Stirrer Kit, Stir Bar Included

JUNZHIDA 1/2" ID Silicone Tubing, Food Grade 1/2" ID x 3/4" OD 10 Feet Length Pure Silicone Hoses High Temp for Home Brewing Winemaking

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THREE x Carbonation Caps for PET Bottles – works on gas AND liquid posts – $9.95, 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

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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

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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 Conversion | Building 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.

12/14 9 PM Central: These are selling for just $9.95. 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

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 – 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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660 GPH Utility Pump – on sale for $15.99 + Draft Line Cleaning Builds

Newpol 660GPH Submersible Pump

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★ MULTI-USAGE: This submersible water pump can create water current, Perfect for garden statuary fountains/waterfall, aquarium, ponds, fish tank, patio drip irrigation system and hydroponic systems and more.
★ Ultra Quiet Design: The relible and duarable motor does not produce much noise, providing you a quiet environment.
★ DISASSEMBLE & CLEANING: Flexible structure design, you can disassemble and clean it so easily, without any tools.
★ SPECS & DIMENSIONS: Size-4.2*2.5*3.8 inches. Long power cord-6.5ft(1.9m); Max. flow rate: 660 GPH (2500L/H); Max. lift height: up to 8.2 ft. Wattage: 30W. Voltage: 110-120V, 3 NOZZLES -- Each water pump has 3 nozzles for option: 0.5"/0.62"/0.75"
★ Customer Oriented Service: Our submersible pump is built with durability in mind and safety for every design. In the remote possibility that you’re not satisfied with our product, just contact us, 12 Month Warranty and 24 Hour Professional After-sales Service.

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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.

12/14 5 AM Central: These are on sale for $15.99. 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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Elitech STC-1000 Two Stage Temperature Controller… $21.99! best price + free prime ship

Elitech STC-1000 Temperature Controller 2-Stage Outlet Thermostat LCD Screen Heating and Cooling

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PLUG & PLAY: Its large LCD screen, simple 3-button, and pre-wired design making it easier to be used with plug and play.
HEATING & COOLING CONTROL: Be able to connect with cooling and heating device at the same time, auto swtich between heating and cooling.
WIDE TEMPERATURE CONTROL RANGE: -40~230°F/-40-110°C
MULTI-FUNCTIONAL: Its functions include setting high or low alarms, start delay, temperature calibration, ℃/℉ and etc.
SAFE & RELIABLE: Comply with CE, FCC standard and adopt fireproof ABS case, UL94 V-0 for safety. 24/7 US Technician Support via Email and Phone.

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Use to help control temperature of your kegerator, fermentation chamber or as part of your brew system.

12/14 11 AM Central: These are selling for just $21.99. 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

Elitech STC-1000 Non-WiFi Temperature Controller 2-Stage Outlet Thermostat LCD Screen Heating and Cooling Mode for Reptile Aquarium Carboy Homebrew Seed with Temp Sensor 23-158°F 1100W 110V 10A – 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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OxiClean Free Versatile Stain Remover Powder, 3 lb

Vacuum Sealer Machine with 55 Count 8"x12" Food Sealers Bags and 8"*79' Vacuum Sealer Roll, Inkbird Automatic Vacuum Sealers Machine with Built-in Cutter, Dry & Moist Sealing Modes for Food Storage

Gamma2 Vittles Vault Airtight Dog Food Storage Container - Fits up to 35 Pounds of Dry Pet Food - Perfect for Cat and Puppy Kibble - BPA-Free Plastic - Made in the USA - 12" L x 16.75" H

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.

Meat Thermometer Digital for Grilling and Cooking - ANDAXIN Waterproof Ultra-Fast Instant Read Food thermometers with Backlight & Calibration for Kitchen, Deep Fry, BBQ, Grill(Red/Black), LCD

VEVOR Magnetic Stirrer, 0-2000 RPM Stir Plate with Adjustable Speed Knob, 3000mL Plate Stirrer Kit, Stir Bar Included

JUNZHIDA 1/2" ID Silicone Tubing, Food Grade 1/2" ID x 3/4" OD 10 Feet Length Pure Silicone Hoses High Temp for Home Brewing Winemaking

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Reader Project… Resin e-Paper Tap Handle Build!

Pictured: Resin Tap Handle Build using waveshare e-paper display, more info below

Updated: November 13, 2024

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Reader Tip… FOUR x Carbonation Caps for PET Bottles – works on gas AND liquid posts – $12.95, $3.24 each! + Fun With Carbonation Caps!

Thanks to HBF Reader happylilyeastbrewery for this tip! Let’s be friends! 8 Ways to Connect with HBF

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Withstand 60-PSI Carbonation Pressure, Complete No Leaking Sealing O-Ring Design and Huge Upgrade From Old Plastic Version: MRbrew carbonation cap comes with necessary brewing sealing o-rings and washer replacemets to prevent leaks, there is a big flat gasket inside this carbonation cap compared to the old version plastic bottle filling cap, can run your carbonator at 60 psi pressure and hold pressure overnight, beer will not go flat, make a airtight seal and good fit for force carbonation.
Sealing Gasket is Not Easy to Fall Out and Include 5/16 Barb Fitting Spare O-ring: the inside rubber sealing gasket features a right size for being placed tightly inside carbonating cap, which will stay in on its own when unscrewing off bottle filling cap, also provide 5/16'' beer nipple barb sealing o-ring replacements even such o-ring is screwed inside getting well protected. unlike other polished finish carbonation caps, you can grip this plastic carbonation cap easily when removing.
Unique Carbonation Cap Keg Post is Perfect for Ball Lock System and Removable Beer Barb: carbonation cap features a unique keg post that has versatility and ease of use, can connect to both gas and liquid disconnects easily, beer 5/16'' hose barb not only enables carbonation cap to carbonate, but to be used for liquid connections and for cleaning as well. made of healthy plastic, no odors, no burrs or unfinished machining anywhere, will not bring strange smell to the carbonation drinks.
Screws onto Standard 2L Soda Bottles Very Securely: this soda drink bottle filling cap features a great accuracy 1-1/8-8UN female thread that can be comparable to the thread of stainless carbonation cap, merge with the plastic PET bottle threads very smoothly, seals the bottles well without needing much torque, screws on and off of bottles easily creating a perfect tight seal every time, excellent tool if you are making homebrewing and kegging.
Perfect for Various Brewing Occasions and Reduce CO2 Loss when Do Brewing Cleaning: carbonation cap is a cool way to re-carbonate beverage quickly, no foaming, great alternative for growlers, allows you to serve portable home brew beer, soda water, iced tea on barbecue, beach, lake or holiday parties, other outdoor activities, brings big convenience to mobile kegging. also can run the cleaner through beer lines from a small soda bottle preventing a larger keg from wasting more co2.

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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 Conversion | Building a Simple Ball Lock Draft Line Flushing Setup
Related Top Post: Fun with Carbonation Caps!

12/12 1:30 AM Central: These are on sale for just $12.95. 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

MRbrew Plastic Carbonation Cap, 4 PCS Ball Lock Keg Post 5/16” Beer Line Nipple Barb Homebrew Kegging Soft Soda Drink PET Bottles Counter Pressure Bottle Filling Cap with Spare Sealing Gasket O-rings – affiliate link, note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

Also: [3 PCS] MRbrew Plastic Carbonation Cap Tee Adapter, Allow Gas In and Beer Out Simultaneously, Homebrew Kegging Soda Beer PET Bottles Ball Lock Type Counter Pressure Bottle Filling Cap 3-Way Connector – 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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660 GPH Utility Pump by FREESEA – $14.84 w/25% off coupon + Draft Line Cleaning Builds

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.

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12/9 1 PM Central: This is on sale for $19.79. Apply the 25% off coupon available on the product page and it drops to $14.84 at checkout. 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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Gorilla Two Part Epoxy, 2 Pack (fix loose handle kegs & more) – on sale for $9.15

Gorilla 2 Part Epoxy, 5 Minute Set, Incredibly Strong Bonding, .85 Ounce Syringe, Clear, (Pack of 2)

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DRIES CLEAR: Ideal for clean, easy finishing
5 MINUTE SET: Plenty of re-positioning time for the perfect fit
GAP-FILLING: Fills voids and bonds uneven and vertical surfaces
WATER RESISTANT: Withstands moderate exposure to water
EASY-TO-USE SYRINGE: Separate barrels of epoxy resin and hardener keep epoxy from hardening, plus syringe dispenses evenly and includes a cap for multiple uses.

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This could potentially be used to repair loose keg handles and bases. It’s also used as part of the Waveshare e-paper tap handle 3D build

12/10 1:30 AM Central: This is on sale for $9.15. 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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Fix It! Repairing Loose Cornelius Keg Handles and Bases

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Other Problems? Fix It!

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Inkbird ITC-308 Digital Dual Stage Temp Controller [Kegerator or Fermentation]

ITC-308 Dual Stage, Pre-Wired Digital Temperature Controller by Inkbird

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Convenient Design: Plug and play, easy to use; Support Celsius or Fahrenheit reading
Dual Relay Output: Support to connect with refrigeration and heating equipment at the same time
Dual Display Windows: You can view the measured temperature and set temperature at the same time
High and low-temperature: Buzzer alarms when the temperature reaches preset temps
Maximum output load: 1100 W (110 V)
Calibration and Compressor Delay: It comes with temperature calibration and compressor delay which can protect your refrigeration

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This controller can control both a heating and cooling device. Alternatively, it can control a heating or a cooling device.

Use to control fermentation or kegerator temperatures. This is a great controller. Check out my Hands on Review

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WATERPROOF 120 mm Fan AND Speed Controller [Stir Plate Project, Kegerator Circulation] – $17.59 w/Coupon

GDSTIME 120mm Waterproof Fan with Speed Controller, IP67 12V Computer Fan with AC Plug

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Waterproof Fan with Speed Controller: IP67 rating 120mm computer fan with ac plug are built to withstand the humid dust exist harshest outdoor environments; use device smoothly without worrying about rain, splashes, dusty conditions, or brief submersion
Efficient Cooling: 120mm waterproof fan designed for projects in high humidity or hot confined spaces that requires cooling or ventilation; Such as RV fridge, Grow Tent, Infrared Heater, Terrariums, Vivarium, Biltong Box, Solar Battery Box, AV Cabinet
Speed Adjustable: an variable speed controller with fine tuning knob allows you to freely adjust the computer cooling fan speed according to your needs; whether you require powerful cooling or a quiet work environment
Built to Last Dual Ball Motor: The fan's pcb board and whole motor are iscoated with a cured layer of adhesive film for protection against moisture, water and dust; ip67 fan are designed for maximum airflow and heat dissipation to keep the air circulating
Easy to Install: Includes a 120 mm 12v dc ip67 waterproof cooling fans; 2x metal fan grills; 1x variable speed controller; 4x screws nuts; you can install the fan laid flat or stand upright to keep internal components cooler; rated at up to 50,000 hours
5 Inches 12V DC Brushless Exhaust Fan Spec: 4.7 x 4.7 x 1 Inches (120 x 120 x 25 mm) | Rated Voltge: 12 Volt | Speed: 3000 RPM | Airflow: 108 CFM | Noise: 42 dBA | Rated Current: 0.45 Amp | Power: 5.4 Watt | Static Pressure: 0.2 In H2O

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Possible uses include… putting together a DIY Stir Plate and using this for a recirculating fan in your kegerator – See: Kegerator Beer Line Temperatures & Reducing Foam with a Recirculating Fan
Also: Kegerator Beer Line Temperatures & Reducing Foam with a Recirculating Fan
Also: Make Your Own Stir Plate: 3D Printed Stir Plate Magnet Mounting-Thingy!
Ready Made Stir Plates… StirStarter Stir Plate – 5L Stir Plate – free shipping to US addresses + lifetime warranty. I’ve used the StirStarter for years and I can wholeheartedly recommend it to you.

Waterproof? I’ve never seen a waterproof case-type fan before. Being able to withstand some moisture is a benefit for applications like kegerators, fermentation chambers and stir plates.

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Inkbird ITC-308 Digital Dual Stage Temp Controller [Kegerator or Fermentation]

ITC-308 Dual Stage, Pre-Wired Digital Temperature Controller by Inkbird

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Highlighted Features

Convenient Design: Plug and play, easy to use; Support Celsius or Fahrenheit reading
Dual Relay Output: Support to connect with refrigeration and heating equipment at the same time
Dual Display Windows: You can view the measured temperature and set temperature at the same time
High and low-temperature: Buzzer alarms when the temperature reaches preset temps
Maximum output load: 1100 W (110 V)
Calibration and Compressor Delay: It comes with temperature calibration and compressor delay which can protect your refrigeration

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This controller can control both a heating and cooling device. Alternatively, it can control a heating or a cooling device.

Use to control fermentation or kegerator temperatures. This is a great controller. Check out my Hands on Review

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660 GPH Utility Pump by FREESEA + Draft Line Cleaning Builds

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.

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WATERPROOF 120 mm Fan AND Speed Controller [Stir Plate Project, Kegerator Circulation]

GDSTIME 120mm Waterproof Fan with Speed Controller, IP67 12V Computer Fan with AC Plug

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Highlighted Features

Waterproof Fan with Speed Controller: IP67 rating 120mm computer fan with ac plug are built to withstand the humid dust exist harshest outdoor environments; use device smoothly without worrying about rain, splashes, dusty conditions, or brief submersion
Efficient Cooling: 120mm waterproof fan designed for projects in high humidity or hot confined spaces that requires cooling or ventilation; Such as RV fridge, Grow Tent, Infrared Heater, Terrariums, Vivarium, Biltong Box, Solar Battery Box, AV Cabinet
Speed Adjustable: an variable speed controller with fine tuning knob allows you to freely adjust the computer cooling fan speed according to your needs; whether you require powerful cooling or a quiet work environment
Built to Last Dual Ball Motor: The fan's pcb board and whole motor are iscoated with a cured layer of adhesive film for protection against moisture, water and dust; ip67 fan are designed for maximum airflow and heat dissipation to keep the air circulating
Easy to Install: Includes a 120 mm 12v dc ip67 waterproof cooling fans; 2x metal fan grills; 1x variable speed controller; 4x screws nuts; you can install the fan laid flat or stand upright to keep internal components cooler; rated at up to 50,000 hours
5 Inches 12V DC Brushless Exhaust Fan Spec: 4.7 x 4.7 x 1 Inches (120 x 120 x 25 mm) | Rated Voltge: 12 Volt | Speed: 3000 RPM | Airflow: 108 CFM | Noise: 42 dBA | Rated Current: 0.45 Amp | Power: 5.4 Watt | Static Pressure: 0.2 In H2O

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Possible uses include… putting together a DIY Stir Plate and using this for a recirculating fan in your kegerator – See: Kegerator Beer Line Temperatures & Reducing Foam with a Recirculating Fan
Also: Kegerator Beer Line Temperatures & Reducing Foam with a Recirculating Fan
Also: Make Your Own Stir Plate: 3D Printed Stir Plate Magnet Mounting-Thingy!
Ready Made Stir Plates… StirStarter Stir Plate – 5L Stir Plate – free shipping to US addresses + lifetime warranty. I’ve used the StirStarter for years and I can wholeheartedly recommend it to you.

Waterproof? I’ve never seen a waterproof case-type fan before. Being able to withstand some moisture is a benefit for applications like kegerators, fermentation chambers and stir plates.

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Inkbird Dual Stage Temperature Controller

Inkbird ITC-1000 Dual Stage Digital Temp Controller by Inkbird

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It does indeed read in deg F
Can control both heating and cooling output
Has an alarm to indicate sensor failure or high temperature
Highly accurate and reliable temperature controller
Be more user friendly than the STC-1000

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Use to help control temperature of your kegerator, fermentation chamber or as part of your brew system. Note that this is an unwired controller and will require some work to implement in your project. See: ITC-1000 Step by Step Build for one possible configuration. If you’re looking for a pre-wired temp controller, consider – ITC-308 – Review.

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Digital Pressure Gauge + Spunding Valve Build

Pictured: My Digital Spunding Build that features this gauge. See: Building a Digital Spunding Valve for complete project details

Digital Low Pressure Gauge with 1/4” NPT Bottom Connector and Rubber Protector

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1. HIGH ACCURACY: Performance tested & certified accurate to ±1% (Relative Humidity Temperature 25°C) with display resolution of 0.1 psi; FOUR different measuring units to choose: 5~ 60 PSI, 0.241 ~ 4 BAR, 0 .241~ 4 KGF /CM², 24.1~ 400 KPA.
2. BATTERY SAVING: Power by 2 x LR03 AAA 1.5V (Included in the package). After measuring, the pressure gauge will turn off automatically after 150s of inactivity to preserve battery life.
3. HIGH QUALITY, shock resistance, vibration resistance and durable.
4. WIDE APPLICATION for measuring gas and air pressure. It applies to these fields of pressure container, automation equipment, matching with laboratory equipment and all vehicles tires including heavy duty ones.
5.FRIENDLY CUSTOMER SUPPORT,Buy with confidence,save your time and money, and enjoy accurate measure experience.

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A possible homebrew application for this is to use it as part of a Spunding Valve Build. A Spunding Valve allows you to ferment under pressure, naturally and precisely carbonate in the keg, fix over-carbonated beers and lots more. See: Build a Spunding Valve

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Inkbird ITC-308 Digital Dual Stage Temp Controller [Kegerator or Fermentation]

ITC-308 Dual Stage, Pre-Wired Digital Temperature Controller by Inkbird

More Info

Highlighted Features

Convenient Design: Plug and play, easy to use; Support Celsius or Fahrenheit reading
Dual Relay Output: Support to connect with refrigeration and heating equipment at the same time
Dual Display Windows: You can view the measured temperature and set temperature at the same time
High and low-temperature: Buzzer alarms when the temperature reaches preset temps
Maximum output load: 1100 W (110 V)
Calibration and Compressor Delay: It comes with temperature calibration and compressor delay which can protect your refrigeration

Learn More

This controller can control both a heating and cooling device. Alternatively, it can control a heating or a cooling device.

Use to control fermentation or kegerator temperatures. This is a great controller. Check out my Hands on Review

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