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FastFerment - 7.9 Gallon Conical Fermenter
FE900

FastFerment - 7.9 Gallon Conical Fermenter

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Description

The FastFerment is an affordable conical fermenter that allows a brewer or winemaker to collect sediment in the included collection ball for easy removal. Easy to use and more affordable than stainless steel conicals. 

During fermentation the bottom valve of the FastFerment is left open so that sediment will fall into the collection ball. After fermentation is over the valve is shut and the collection ball can be removed without introducing oxygen into the FastFerment. Typically with most small conical fermenters if you let trub dump out the bottom air has to come into to replace that volume.  After dumping sediment or trub the collection ball can be reattached and the valve opened again to allow clean yeast to settle into the ball. That yeast can then be used to ferment your next batch of beer. 

If you are a brewer who likes to do a primary and secondary fermenter having a conical that allows you to avoid that transfer is going to save time and reduce oxidation. Made from HDPE plastic care should be taken when cleaning. Only use a chemical cleaner like PBW and do not use an abrasive cleaning pad that could scratch the interior. 

Each FastFerment Includes:

  • 7.9 Gallon / 30L Capacity FastFerment Conical
  • Six inch removable threaded top for easy cleaning
  • Wall mounting bracket 
  • One inch bottom valve
  • SS Thermowell for optional temperature monitoring 
  • Half inch PVC tubing and hose clamp
  • Collection Ball
  • Airlock

 

Measurements:

Dimensions in wall mount bracket
Height from bottom of collection ball to top of airlock: 35.5 inches / 90 cm
Height from bottom of collection ball to top of lid: 32 inches / 81 cm
Width with mounting bolts: 14.75 inches / 37.5 cm

Dimensions in optional floor stand
Overall Height from floor to top of airlock: 37 inches / 94 cm
Overall Height from floor to top of lid: 33.5 inches / 85 cm
Width: 14.25 inches / 36cm

 

 

 
Item # FE900
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Availability California - In Stock
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Weight 19 LBS
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Why did you choose this?
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To make wine
Gallman, J on Oct 28, 2022
Easy to use and relatively inexpensive. Good deal!
Stephen H on Apr 23, 2022
To make wine
Gallman, J on Oct 28, 2022
Homemade wine
John V on Oct 3, 2022
Easy to use and relatively inexpensive. Good deal!
Stephen H on Apr 23, 2022
I own several and love them.
Christopher F on Apr 2, 2022
Great product
Cycle Keys O on Mar 5, 2022
Improved performance over fermentation bucket
Rob Rhodes on Nov 11, 2021
economical
Larry B on Nov 3, 2021
Already use one
Lawrence W on Oct 20, 2021
to upgrade my brew day
Randy S. Akam on Jul 28, 2021
I've been wanting to filter out the sediment (chub) from the rest of my brew and this will do the trick!
Mark G on Feb 9, 2021
Inexpensive but high quality fermenter.
Herman Pierson I on Jan 21, 2021
Upgrading from glass
Nathan R s on Dec 1, 2020
Online videos
Lance E on Oct 12, 2020
Have others
Randall C on Aug 4, 2020
Love conical fermentors... small batch brewer here, having fun and my friends are enjoying
NANCY PERRY on Jul 29, 2020
Ease of use
Lawrence A E on Jun 23, 2020
Upgrading
Michael M on May 17, 2020
Interested in stepping up my homebrew production and eliminate the need for a secondary fermentration vessel while being able to more easily collect my yeast lees.
Carl H on Apr 15, 2020
It was the most cost effective conical fermenter solution.
Tim M on Mar 4, 2020
can never have to many conicals
Jordan F on Jan 16, 2020
Trying to make home made wine
Rodrigo B on Nov 30, 2019
I do 5 gallon batches
Vincent B on Jun 5, 2019
price point
Matt B on Apr 26, 2019
Because I need it
James B on Dec 31, 2018
My fiancee wanted it
Jessica R on Dec 15, 2018
To have control of the yeast trub during the fermentation process.
VINSON D on Dec 6, 2018
Use it all the time and I love it
Drewbrewski on Dec 6, 2018
This item sounds like the easy way to ferment wines, and ciders
LD on Nov 17, 2018
It is easier to use
Hiram R on Nov 17, 2018
Have wanted one, plus my brewing buddy told me about the deal
Jordan F on Nov 17, 2018
need one
Peter F on Nov 17, 2018
Because of the free stand and ease of use
Craig B on Nov 17, 2018
Recommendation from a homebrew friend
Jonathan M on Nov 17, 2018
I have one already
Michael W H on Mar 8, 2018
size and ease of process
Sam W on Jan 30, 2018
Homemade wine
John V on Oct 3, 2022
I own several and love them.
Christopher F on Apr 2, 2022
Is the value assembly available for replacement? The handle popped of the current one and the valve is very difficult to operate.
Thank you!
Jeff
Jeffrey L Palmer on Sep 5, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Hello Jeffrey, yes this part is available. To order please give our Customer Service team a call at 1(800) 600-0033.
Reviews

3.7 / 5.0
35 Reviews
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Rated 1 out of 5
Better options out there
Couldn’t get it to seal. Tried the whole screw it on and off 10X, used pvc tape, still leaks.
December 7, 2022
Purchased
1 year ago
Rated 3 out of 5
Kind of a let down
Brewed 2 batches so far and here’s my take: if you take your time and wrap the threads with a couple of wraps and tighten carefully, this won’t leak. The top could use some “wings” to help when tightening and loosening. My biggest complaint is the valve. Right when I got this, I read how the valve could be a problem with sticking so, I took it apart and liberally lubed it with keg lube. It was fine for the first batch but did get stuck on the second one. Also, the opening on the valve is so small that it gets clogged too easily. I took a suggestion from another reviewer and bought a brass rod to help ‘clean’ the valve when dumping trub. I’ll keep it but won’t be getting another.
July 26, 2021
Purchased
over 2 years ago
Rated 2 out of 5
Poor thread connecting points allowed leaks.
Each connection leaked even after applying second application of Teflon tape . Had to tighten to a point of almost stripping to seal.
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February 9, 2021
Purchased
over 3 years ago
Rated 5 out of 5
Great piece of equipment
This is a great work of art and is a quality product. I love the way it is built and works great for my needs.
May 4, 2020
Purchased
over 3 years ago
Rated 1 out of 5
Not worth it. Sad to say.
Would like to take a moment to tell you about my experience with your fermentation container. I have bought it about a month and half ago. After my first batch was done. I put in the second. Turned the valve and the handle broke off. Then once I had my new beer I brewed. I saw it was leaking on the seam of the container. It wasn't around the threading it was actual container. I had to do a emergency transfer into my glass container. I have just had nothing but a head ache and not a worry free time. I Have to keep my eyes on it. I feel it wasn't worth the money. And I'm very unsatisfied with this product.
December 16, 2019
Response from MoreFlavor
Hey so sorry about your experience. Thank you so much for your feedback. We really appreciate the honesty and value great feedback like this as it helps us improve our products. We try very hard to create the best experience for our customers and provide quality products. Please give us a call at 1-800-600-0033 or email us at info@moreflavor.com so that we can assist you. We are here to help. Cheers!
May 29, 2020
Malcolm lieban
Rated 4 out of 5
No fuss makes up for some minor problems
This fermenter is super easy to use and clean. I'm on my fifth batch now using the FastFerment 8 gallon with the accessory stand and I can say that I've seen both sides of this product.
Plus: very light and easy to handle when empty, which makes cleanup a breeze. The large lid lets me scrub the inside clear to the bottom with nowhere for the crud to hide. No need to transfer beer into a 2ndary fermenter, just drain the ball; just like the ad says.
Minus: The lid seal is terrible. I've taken to duct taping the lid to prevent gas from escaping and oxygen/wild bugs from getting in. Also the ball valve is *very hard* to operate, stopped using the included handle and now operate the valve with a box-end wrench. No amount of keg lube has helped; it's just not a good valve. Thinking about replacing with one from the local plumbing supply...
November 11, 2019
Rated 5 out of 5
The Best Non-Stainless Fermenter On The Market
With all the available add-ons, this unit is a real pleasure to brew with. The trub collector really lends to a smooth result & eliminates the need for a secondary fermenter transfer! Just all the way around a perfect system for any beginner in the home brewing game.
March 22, 2019
Purchased
over 5 years ago
Rated 5 out of 5
Best plastic conical! Great customer service.l!
Not only is this a great product, the customer service is wonderful. I purchased this conical fermenter and about a year in the ball valve was malfunctioning. I emailed the company directly and within a week I had a brand new ball valve kit on my doorstep! So awesome! I highly recommend this for an inexpensive east to use fermenter.
Love my fast ferment 7.9 gal conical fermenter!
Love my fast ferment 7.9 gal conical fermenter!
December 28, 2018
Purchased
over 5 years ago
Rated 5 out of 5
Fast ferment
Great fermenter, a real time saver, with out the mass of transfers. Thanks!!!
December 4, 2018
Purchased
over 5 years ago
Rated 5 out of 5
It is working very well for me!
Just completed my first brew on this system! It is bottle aging now, but the process of getting it from ingredients to fermenter, from fermenter to bottles was "a hell of a lot easier"!

Reading other reviews, I was very concerned about the top lid seal. Nothing to worry about! I had gas escaping from the airlock within 6 hours after yeast inoculation! Second fastest detectible
yeast activity I have ever had!

I spent 2 weeks giving this unit a good shake down as the manufacture suggests testing for leaks. (Honestly, I was nervous about trying it!) This is the cost trade off! Labor to make a careful product inspection & test against the impulse to just "go for it!"

On my own, I darkened the measuring lines on the outside so they contrast against the body to make them more easily readable.

I installed the sampling port & it drips through the spigot about 1 drop every 5-6 hours. A keg lube fix!

The stand, thermometer & carry strap are perfect. The thermal jacket is not easy to install using the stand. Going to rest mine in a potted plant stand so I can move it between the kitchen & cellar. I will have more room to install / remove the thermal jacket in the kitchen.

I hope the next 200 brews off this are as good as the first!
June 26, 2018