keg plug

[doop]

Anyone ever try using a tri clamp to seal there kegs. I see they use them in the beer carbonation process, just thought they might work for us. I just picked up a bunch of kegs and thought this might work
.http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00ED2EZCK/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1458171667&sr=8-1&pi=SX200_QL40&keywords=tri+clamp&dpPl=1&dpID=41dicDTWoiL&ref=plSrch

[wiam]

A lot of people use them. I have close to 20 kegs. This is what I use. http://m.ebay.com/orderDetails?itemId=151809494461&txnId=1379231104005

[doop]

The link you provided just brought me to ebay, and item number was expired. Could you give a product name. Thaks.

[wiam]

Try this. http://m.ebay.com/itm/2-quot-End-Cap-2-quot-Weld-on-Ferrule-2-quot-Tri-clamp-2-quot-Gasket-Sanitary-SS304-Set-/151809494461?txnId=1379231104005

[maple flats]

I have ordered lots of tri-clover stuf from this place. Good prices, fast shipping. https://www.brewershardware.com/
My 1000 gal permeate tank, head tank, and my auto draw are all plumbed with fittings, and tri clover valves from there. There shipping prices are honest too, no big add on for handling.

[doop]

Thanks guys!

[doop]

One more question. Are you guys welding the flange onto the neck or are you cutting the neck of keg off then welding flange on?

[wiam]

One more question. Are you guys welding the flange onto the neck or are you cutting the neck of keg off then welding flange on?

The flange is a spare part. I just cut the ridge off one side of the gasket and clamp the cap to the flange that the valve came out of.

[lpakiz]

I have been cutting the neck down to about 3/4 inches high.
A 2" sanitary weld ferrule will just fit, but you should freeze the ferrule and heat the neck with a small propane torch.
Then have it tig welded around the inside for an air-tight, sanitary job.
Once in a while, the fit is just too tight, so I did make a device to pull the ferrule in with a piece of 1/2 inch Redi-rod and some special made pucks.

[wiam]

The flange is a spare part. I just cut the ridge off one side of the gasket and clamp the cap to the flange that the valve came out of.

You can also buy gaskets with one ridge from brewing supply companies.

[markcasper]

The flange is a spare part. I just cut the ridge off one side of the gasket and clamp the cap to the flange that the valve came out of.

How do you cut this "ridge" off flush enough.? I would think if it is not perfect you could get one that doesn't seal? or maybe I am missing something? I'd like to order some of these.

[wiam]

You can order them with one ridge. I have not as they seem kind of pricey. I put the gasket on a flat surface and use just the blade from a razor knife. Does not have to be perfect. I just canned some amber that was stored like this from 2016. Was just like when I put it in.

[markcasper]

ok....thanks, I missed this post until now:(

[Windy Acres]

For now, I am using the red Oatey 2" expanding conduit plugs, I put a sandwich bag over it, and tighten it as tight as I can by hand, they have worked great so far

[markcasper]

For now, I am using the red Oatey 2" expanding conduit plugs, I put a sandwich bag over it, and tighten it as tight as I can by hand, they have worked great so far They last a few years and then they rust and the things start leaking, doesn't make a good seal, too many kegs with mold on top, going away from these.

[Windy Acres]

Even with sandwich bag over it? I've been using them for 3 years now and no problem

[markcasper]

Even with sandwich bag over it? I've been using them for 3 years now and no problem

You'll get 3 years out of them, but don't expect too many more. The sandwich bag traps the moisture and they will actually rust faster. a sandwich bag is a good idea, but its not a cure all. The rubber seals get stretched in will start to crack and break down, especially the little rubber seal surrounding the round head bolt facing the syrup.

[Windy Acres]

Gotcha, thanks!