I wonder how long it’s going to take just to fill the kickstarter orders. The kickstarter page says June of this year but that seems quick to turn around that much work, especially if they need the kickstarter funds to buy the base materials.
I think the kettles will come from China, or someplace similar, and he will add the fittings. Maybe the conicals as well.
Right. If the 5 gallon size pot is an actual 5 gallon capacity, it would be recommended to step up to 10 gallon for a 5 gallon batch. Or up to 15 for a 10 gallon batch. But I was not able to find if the “sizes” were actual capacity or batch sizes. I would assume probably actual capacity.
Somewhere in the kickstarter, it said that they would use the funds to buy a roll of raw materials. I was assuming that meant a roll of stainless sheet metal, which they would use to build the kettles and fermenters out of. Not positive though.
Would be nice if it was more clear on the site. Personally I don’t mind items coming from China, though I do buy American where I can.
I went for a 20gal kettle w/Tri-Clover fittings… It will be interesting to compare against my Blichmann 20 gal. kettles. I wish Blichmann would have a Tri-clover fitting version of their kettles.
Man I want it. Also can afford a new 20gal with all the bells and whistles. But don’t need a new kettle or brewery. >:(
I settled on 3.5 primary gallons/3 gallons kegged when I rejoined the amateur brewing ranks after an 11-year hiatus from the hobby. I brewed 5.5 primary gallons/5 gallons kegged for a decade before taking my hiatus, but 5-gallons is just too much beer (I like to be able to brew every three to four weeks). The problem with 3.5-gallon primary/3-gallons kegged batches of is that no one manufactures a kettle with the correct geometry. Most 10-gallon kettles are too wide for 3-gallon batches. The shallow liquid column makes immersion chilling inefficient at best.
Man that 14 gallon conical is tempting. I wonder how much prices will go up after the drive ends.
IT includes shipping, so my guess would be about 600 bucks after shipping.
Ah you’re killin me. Ok, I’m going to request some photos to get a closer look.
HE has a few photos on his regular website but they are prototype pieces and will be changing a bit. Its def a grain of salt scenario, but since hes trying to capture the homebrew market if he messes it up hes out of business IMO.
Just got in for the 15 BK, cant wait for June!
Just kickstarted for the 14 gallon conical. Now, 5 months to design build a roll-in temp control chamber.
Pinski- you won’t be sorry. I’ve had a 14 gallon from Stout for 3 or four years now, love it.
Bruce
Acctually Phil just put out a statement that he will have a cheap cooling alternative for any of us that bought a fermenter. may be a good grab!
I saw that, eager to see what he has in mind.
Great to come home from work today and find my brand new 15 gallon Pro Boiler PB15i sitting here waiting for me. It is gorgeous! Take a look
Can’t wait to brew with it and get used to it!
That looks nice, and very shiny.
Thanks and yes it is