Category Archives: Pin Lock

New Ball Lock Posts & Poppets – Replace Ball Lock or Convert Pin Lock to Ball Lock

Ball Lock Post&Poppet – LUCKEG Brand Stainless Steel Material Cornelius keg posts Size 19/32″-18 Female Thread Gas&Liquid for Corny Type Keg

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  • Stainless Steel Material Ball Lock Post&Poppet
  • Standard Thread Size 19/32"-18
  • Ball Lock Post Poppet include Spring, Food Grade O ring
  • Ball Lock Post suit for Cornelius Keg, easy to convert to Pin Lock Keg
  • Safety Seal Guarantee,Money Back or Replacement Guarantee if have any problem
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Ball Lock Post&Poppet – LUCKEG Brand Stainless Steel Material Cornelius keg posts Size 19/32″-18 Female Thread Gas&Liquid for Corny Type Keg  – note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

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Floating Dip Tube on sale for $12.99, best price + free prime ship & my explanation of how these work

Conical and All Rounder fermenter/keg Ball Float Silicone Dip Tube,304SS Ball Float and Silicone Dip Tube,draw from the Liquid at the top of the tank

Conical and All Rounder fermenter/keg Ball Float Silicone Dip Tube,304SS Ball Float and Silicone Dip Tube,draw from the Liquid at the top of the tank

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  • For the beverage out，you'll have a silicone dip tube with stainless steel float, allowing you to always draw from the clearest beer at the top of the tank.
  • 5/16"Silicone Dip,you can connect your faucet/sampling valve or other devices.
  • The silicone dip tube is 31" long. It will work perfectly as is for the 55L FermZilla. For the 27L model we recommend cutting the dip tube shorter to remove unwanted slack.
  • WIDE USE,if you want draw from the Liquid at the top of the tank.
  • Made of 304SS.
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2/21 5:30 PM: These are on sale for $12.99. 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

Conical and All Rounder fermenter/keg Ball Float Silicone Dip Tube,304SS Ball Float and Silicone Dip Tube,draw from the Liquid at the top of the tank – note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

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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Pin Lock Picnic Tap Assembly – $9.99, best price + free prime ship

PERA 3/16 pin lock beer line assembly, picnic tap with 3ft beer line for home brewing

PERA 3/16 pin lock beer line assembly, picnic tap with 3ft beer line for home brewing

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  • Include: Pin Lock Liquid Disconnect MFL, Swivel Nuts, Beer Hose ID 1/4” OD 5/16” Length 3ft, 2 PCS Free Beer Hose Clamp, Picnic Tap, Already Assembly;
  • Material: PBT Material for Pin Lock Quick Disconnect and Stainless Steel for Swivel Adapters and Hose Clamp, Plastic Material for Beer Line and Picnic Tap;
  • The 3/16" beer line and picnic faucet assembly comes fully assembled and allows you to dispense directly from your pin lock keg by simply sliding on the disconnect;
  • Use: The Assembled Pin Lock Beer Line used for Cornelius Style Pin Lock Keg, Works for Beer or Soda;
  • Guarantee: Quality Guarantee, any problem for Pin Lock Disconnect, Money Back or Replacement free.
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2/17 7:30 AM Central: This is on sale for $9.99. 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

PERA 3/16 pin lock beer line assembly, picnic tap with 3ft beer line for home brewing – note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

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Replacement Ball Lock Keg Posts – Replace Ball Lock or Convert Pin Lock to Ball Lock

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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  • 【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.

 

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

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

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Used Pin Lock Keg Posts – from… 43 cents!

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Adventures in Homebrewing has a massive Clearance Sale going on right now.

The line up includes pin lock posts starting at just 43 cents…

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4 x Replacement Keg Dip Tubes = $10.99, $2.75 each + free prime ship

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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  • 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.

2/15 1:30 AM Central: These are back at 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

2 pak Stainless Steel Dip Tube Gas In and Liquid Out for Homebrew Draft Beer Cornelius Corny Keg – note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

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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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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

Price, promotions and availability can change quickly. Check the product page for current price, description and availability.

SEE UPDATE: Enter to Win a FREE FLOTit 2.0 – Double Filter Floating Dip Tube!

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

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

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  • NO-ARM-IN-KEG - connections are made outside the keg
  • NO DRY HOPPING BAG or TUBE needed - The Double Filter 500 & 300 micron mesh keeps the poppet unclogged
  • NO BEER WASTE - The Double Filter Inlet of 500 & 300 stainless steel micron mesh let you enjoy the very first pour instead of dumping it
  • NO ADDED WEIGHT is needed to keep it from sucking in foam
  • NO BEER LEFT BEHIND - little beer is left on the yeast cake at the end
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FLOTit 2.0 – No Beer Left Behind Floating Dip Tube with Double Filter Inlet (DFI) of 500/300 micron for always clear beer. Made in USA – More info via Amazon

Check out our In Depth Hands on Review of FLOTit 2.0

Update: Winner Announced….

Congratulations to Troy W!

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