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Inline CO2 Regulator [control each keg separately] – on sale for $4.99 + free opener offer

william's brewing inline regulatorInline Regulator via William’s Brewing.  About: “This in line regulator features 1/4″ hose barbs, and can be adjusted with a flat head screwdriver. It can reduce incoming pressure from 150 PSI to 1 PSI. It is very handy to use when you want to use a single output C02 regulator in a draft system, but supply different kegs with different dispensing pressures. 4.75″ long with included brass hose barbs installed.”  The product page has a video with more info.

This is basically an inline secondary regulator.  You still need a primary regulator attached to your CO2 tank.  The idea is, you set the primary to the highest pressure you will use (without exceeding specifications of any component of your system) and then use these regulators inline (one per line) to fine tune pressure and carbonation [See: Balancing Your Draft System].  As an example, you could set your primary to 25 PSI for faster force carbonation and set each line to a different pressure based on desired carbonation level.

  • This is awesome… Review and Hacks… Review – Dial in w/Spunding – Use for portable serving!
  • As of this posting, William’s Brewing has this on sale for just $4.99.
  • Shipping is free or reasonably priced flat rate to addresses in the lower 48 states depending on your order size for most items.
  • Get a Free Bottle Cap Gun Opener: William’s Brewing is giving away a free cap gun bottle opener with orders of $40 or more.  These both open bottles and shoot bottle caps.  Just use coupon code CAPGUN and it will be automatically added at checkout.

IN LINE REGULATOR

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Homebrew CO2 Tank Tips – New or Used & Tank Size

1737Pictured: 20 lb CO2 Tank from MoreBeer

Part of Our Homebrew Tips and Tricks Series.  Check out the complete list – Homebrewing Tips, Tricks & Shortcuts!

New or Used?  Do you have a local spot to get your CO2 tank refilled or does your local provider swap empty tanks for full?  If you have a vendor that refills tanks, that’s likely your best bet.  In that case new or used tanks can make sense.  If your vendor swaps out tanks, I recommend considering a good used CO2 tank.  Don’t buy a new CO2 tank unless you’re certain that you have a good local source that will refill tanks.  It doesn’t make any sense to buy a shiny new tank and then swap it out for a used tank right away.

Get a big CO2 tank.  At my supplier, it costs around $20 to swap out an empty 5 lb tank.  It costs around $25 to swap out an empty 20 lb tank.  It’s more than 3 times the cost to refill the smaller tank!  With the example prices, 20 lbs of CO2 would cost $80 with a 5 lb tank vs $25 for a 20 lb tank.  That’s a $55 savings.  I recommend getting as large of a CO2 tank as you can for your space.  This will pay for itself in both in time and money.

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Get a Free Extended Warranty on Made in the US Taprite CO2 Regulators from Keg Connection

Quality Made in the USA Taprite CO2 Regulators from Keg Connection

  • Free Extended Warranty: Keg Connection is so confident in these regulators that they include an additional extended warranty.  If you buy one of these from Keg Connection for homebrew use you’ll get a total of two years.  Check out the details on any Taprite regulator product page.
  • Made in the USA: As of this posting, Taprite’s about page (bottom right) says that.. “Taprite products are proudly made in the USA”.  Check manufacturer’s site for current country of origin claims.
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  • Cheap Shipping: Shipping is a flat $7.99 no matter how much you buy sitewide (includes kegs & everything else) to addresses in the contiguous US.

Taprite Regulators at kegconnection.com

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Get a Bigger Tank, Save Money on CO2 – Brand New 20 lb CO2 Tank – on sale for $119.99

CO2 Tank - 20 lb Aluminum D1058

CO2 Tank – 20 lb Aluminum via MoreBeer

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

This brand new, 20 lb aluminum CO2 tank ships free in the 48 contigous states, and because it is made of aluminum rather than steel you can feel confident that it will never rust. It’s called a 20 lb tank because it holds 20 lb of compressed (liquified) CO2.

All new CO2 tanks are shipped empty and will require either filling or exchanging for a full tank. Most local homebrew shops will stock gas to exchange, and many local welding supply companies can fill tanks on site.

CO2 tanks should always be stored in an upright position.

Dimensions: 27.25″ Tall x 8″ wide.

  • Save Money on CO2:  At my supplier, it’s about $5 more to refill a 20 lb tank vs a 5 lb tank.  That’s 4 times the CO2 for $5 more.  Beyond that, this means a lot of time savings.  Less lugging your tank around.  With these savings a tank upgrade will pay for itself.  Your costs will vary.  See our Tips Page for more tips and tricks
  • This is on sale for $119.99.  That’s a $20 savings
  • Get Free Shipping: Shipping is free with a qualifying $59 order to many US addresses.

CO2 Tank – 20 lb Aluminum D1058

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MoreBeer’s 4 Way Expandable CO2 Manifold – $39.99, limited availability + free ship eligible & Hands on Review

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4 Way Gas Manifold via MoreBeer

This manifold allows you to split a single tank into multiple runs and control each with an independent ball valve.  Each ball valve also contains a check valve that stops one beer from backflowing into another line.  Pressure changes can cause this to happen with a simple T-type system.  This manifold prevents the issue.  Grows with you!  This system can also expand as needed by adding an additional outlet.

Check out my Hands on Review of this great system

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

Manifolds allow you to have one CO2 tank with multiple lines. Each line can be turned off individually without affecting flow to other kegs. Each ball valve contains a check valve that ensures no beer or gas can flow between the two kegs. The barbs are all 5/16″, standard for gas line in the beer industry.

 

Limited Availability Deal of the Day: As of this posting, this is marked down to $39.99 as a MoreBeer Deal of the Day. Shipping is also free to addresses in the contiguous US with most $59 Orders. Availability: This is available today only, while supplies last. Quantities are limited. Check the MoreBeer’s Deal of the Day to check today’s offering.

Product Description – Here – Use coupon code BEERDEAL to get this discount.

Gas Manifold – 4 Way D1810

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20 lb Recertified CO2 Tanks – $84.50 – save money by using a larger tank

20 lb CO2 Cylinder with Handle – Aluminum – Recertified

  • Beverage Elements has Recertified 20 lb CO2 Cylinders for just $84.50.
  • Shipping is an additional cost based on your location. 
  • Save Money on CO2:  At my supplier, it’s about $5 more to refill a 20 lb tank vs a 5 lb tank.  That’s 4 times the CO2 for $5 more.  Beyond that, this means a lot of time savings.  Less lugging your tank around.  With these savings a tank upgrade will pay for itself.  Your costs will vary.  See our Tips Page for more tips and tricks
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20 lb CO2 Cylinder with Handle – Aluminum – Recertified

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Krome Dispense Brand Four Way CO2 Manifold… $24.99, $6.25 per trunk + free shipping

4-way CO2 Distributor Manifold with 3/8" barbs for CO2 Regulator Beer Kegs

4-way CO2 Distributor Manifold with 3/8″ barbs for CO2 Regulator Beer Kegs.  Each ball lock has a check valve.  Body includes mounting holes.  When I zoom into the photo, I see Krome Dispense on the manifold body.  The description does not explicitly state a manufacturer.

As of this posting, this ebay offering is selling for just $24.99.  Shipping is also free to many US addresses.

My rule of thumb for a good deal on these is anything below $10 per trunk.  This one figures to just $6.25 per trunk shipped.

4-way CO2 Distributor Manifold with 3/8″ barbs for CO2 Regulator Beer Kegs

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Made to Order CO2 Manfiolds – get exactly what you want

Made To Order CO2 Distributor Air Manifold 2-20 outputs available

Made To Order CO2 Distributor Air Manifold 2-20 outputs available

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

  • HANDMADE IN THE USA. These manifolds are made to order and shipped same business day if the order is made before 2pm Central Time
  • UP TO 16-WAY AVAILABLE Whether for a keezer/kegerator or a large commercial bar, we have the manifold for your application. NOTE: Any manifolds built over 10-way will have a pipe nipple to attach multiple aluminum bodies.
  • LIGHT AND DURABLE aluminum body is lighter than steel but remains durable and long lasting.
  • INTEGRATED HIGH QUALITY CHECK VALVE OUTPUTS prevent liquid from flowing into the manifold and your regulator
  • MOUNTING HOLES allows for easy installation on walls or kegerators.

CO2 manifolds allow you to feed multiple kegs off one co2 regulator.  Things to look for in a capable manifold are shut-off valves for each trunk and check valves.  Check valves makes sure flow goes the right directly.  This is important for CO2 manifolds because differences in pressure make it possible for liquid to back flow through gas lines.

This offering from the Weekend Brewer allows you to create the exact manifold you need.  Chose from 2 to 20 outputs and different input and ball valve connection options.  Prices vary based on your choices.  Click the “Customize Now” button to build your manifold.

Made To Order CO2 Distributor Air Manifold 2-20 outputs available – click on Customize Now to build yours

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Hands On Review: Weekend Brewer CO2 Manifold

Why a Manifold?

CO2/Gas Distribution Manfiolds allow you to easily split CO2 lines so that you can use a single tank and regulator for multiple kegs.

What to Look for in a manifold

Some features to look for when shopping for a manifold are individual trunk control, integrated check valves, the right connection type, good build quality and… no leaks!

  • Individual control is really straight forward… a ball valve for each trunk.
  • As far as check valves, those are designed to prevent backflow between lines.  Although these are gas lines we’re talking bout, differences in pressure can cause back-feeding beer to flow into gas lines.  Check valves help to prevent that.
  • Look for a compatible connection type – MFL/Flare or the right size barb fitting.
  • Good general build and material quality
  • And… This may sound obvious, but…. look for something that does not leak.  Leaky manifolds result empty CO2 tanks and those are no fun.

Hands on Review The Weekend Brewer 4-way MFL CO2 Distributor Manifold

This particular model features four trunks with 1/4″ MFL Fittings along with a 1/4″ MFL inputClose up of the ball valve.  These feature inline check valves to help prevent back flow.  I chose 1/4″ MFL but the weekend brewer has lots of options available, including a build your own option, linked below.A look at the gas inlet.  MFL “in” connections like this seem to be more difficult to come by.  A barbed inlet seems to be more common.

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Ball Lock Mini CO2 Gas Regulator 0 to 30 PSI by Luckeg – $28.99 + free shipping

Beer Keg Charger CO2 Dispenser - Includes Keg Regulator 0-30 PSI, 3/8" Thread Adapter, Gas Ball Lock Quick Disconnect for Homebrewing

Beer Keg Charger CO2 Dispenser – Includes Keg Regulator 0-30 PSI, 3/8″ Thread Adapter, Gas Ball Lock Quick Disconnect for Homebrewing

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  • Mini Keg Charger 0-30 PSI with Ball Lock Gas Quick Disconnect Thread;
  • Portable Size for Keg CO2 Regulator Allow you to Bring to any Party, Barbeque, also Storage more Convenient;
  • Widely Use: Cornelius Keg Dispense Kit, Dispensing Beer, Coffee, Soda, Kombucha and other Beverage;

 

Use to serve your keg of homebrew on the go or as a backup in case you run out of CO2.  The good thing about this style of regulator as compared to the handheld injector style is that you can actually set a pressure and forget it.

3/13/20 5 AM Central: This is selling for $28.99. Shipping is also free to many US addresses. Prices, shipping and availability can change quickly. Please note that product prices and availability are subject to change. Prices and availability were accurate at the time this post was published; however, they may differ from those you see when you visit Amazon. Check the product page for current price, description and availability.

Beer Keg Charger CO2 Dispenser – Includes Keg Regulator 0-30 PSI, 3/8″ Thread Adapter, Gas Ball Lock Quick Disconnect for Homebrewing – note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

Portable Draft Beer Serving Options!

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