Features:
- Welded 1.5" tri-clamp ports for a lifetime of leak-free use
- 304 stainless steel construction with mirror polish finish
- Custom-fitted TC kettle maximizer pick up tube
- Large face dial thermometer with 2" probe
- Induction burner compatible
- Notched lid provides cover while not interfering with immersion chillers, hop bags, or other accessories
- Two welded T.C. couplers for a lifetime of leak free use
- Maximizer pick up tube
- Dial face thermometer with 2" probe
- T.C. x FPT ball valve with 5/8" barb
- Notched lid with silicone plug for flexibility
- 4mm Tri-Clad Aluminum bottom sandwiched between two layers of stainless steel for no scorching
- Internally etched volume markers from top to bottom for easy reading
- Silicone coated handles for heat protection
- 1.2:1 Ratio is optimal for boiling evaporation rate
- Lid is designed to conveniently hang from a handle
- Stainless handles with stainless rivets for secure lifting
The BrewBuilt Hot Liquor Tank
The BrewBuilt HLT is built around the BrewBuilt T.C. Kettle, fitted out with a T.C. kettle maximizer pick up tube, large face dial thermometer, and T.C. x FPT ball valve with oversized 5/8" barb-ideal for using 1/2" ID silicone transfer tubing-along with all the fittings and gaskets you'll need.
Designed for Brewing. Built to Last.
BrewBuilt brew kettles are made from 304 stainless steel and offer an unparalleled mix of features for the price. At the very top of the list are two welded-in place tri-clamp couplers that offer a lifetime of leak free use. As you can imagine, welding in a coupler costs more than punching a hole and using a gasketed (i.e. weld-less) fitting. Welded fittings offer a permanent connection that to us is worth every penny. T.C. kettles were designed to keep pace with the ever-evolving world of brewing technology. Tri-clamp fittings, also known as Tri-clover, allow you to make a sanitary connection that is free of nooks and crannies for contaminants to take hold. They are much easier to break down for cleaning compared to threaded connections, and they don't require Teflon tape to make a watertight seal. T.C. fittings and accessories also give you the distinct advantage of being able to clean in place (CIP), so you don't need to break down your entire system after every brew day.
This Brew Kettle has a lot to offer...
The silicone sleeved handles on the kettle and the lid are a cool feature to protect your hands. The tri-clad bottom with a 4mm core of aluminum sandwiched between two layers of stainless steel offers even heat distribution during the boil and also makes it a perfect choice for anyone wanting to use an induction burner. The bottom coupler is also cool with 1/2" male threads on the outside and 1/2'' female threads on the inside.
Beefy 304 Stainless
These kettles are made from 304 grade stainless. That means you will have less corrosion issues than with a kettle made from lower grade 201 type stainless. The 10 and 15 gallon size are made from 1.0mm thick stainless steel. The 20, 30 and 50 gallon size are made with 1.2mm stainless - that's pretty thick stuff - and you will know it when you pick one up. The included ball valve is a two piece design that allows for easy cleaning and is also made from 304 stainless.
Mirror Polish Finish
The mirror polish finish isn't just for making your Instagram feed pop! This extra slick finish is much easier to clean and sanitize than a standard brushed stainless kettle. Hop trub and other solids left behind after a brew day will have a hard time clinging to the interior surface and scrub away with ease.
Size Ratios and Stuff
All the BrewBuilt kettles follow the recent trend to a 1.2:1 ratio where the height is 1.2 times the diameter. This is a proven commercial ratio that has been adopted in homebrewing to achieve a more consistent 10% evaporation rate during the boil. Dimensions for a hot-liquor tank, if you are thinking brewing system down the road, are irrelevant as any ratio kettle will do.
Final Words
With welded tri-clamp fittings, mirror polish finish, a bunch of cool features, and a solid, thick 304 stainless steel core this kettle is a pretty amazing value. Remember, if you order from MoreBeer!
