BEST ANSWER:This *just barely* fit in my 5 cubit foot chest freezer—with a short step stool to bump it up a bit so the curve of the fermenter could clear the compressor bump. And, I had to switch to a horizontal-style ball lock disconnect for the spunding valve to fit (like the torpedo ones).
BEST ANSWER:This *just barely* fit in my 5 cubit foot chest freezer—with a short step stool to bump it up a bit so the curve of the fermenter could clear the compressor bump. And, I had to switch to a horizontal-style ball lock disconnect for the spunding valve to fit (like the torpedo ones).
A carboy washer is the simplest way to clean it. The second easiest way to clean it is just to soak it with a non-caustic carboy cleaner overnight (such as PBW or Oxyclean). Then use a soft sponge to wipe off any remaining residue. Finally, rinse well with warm water and it's ready for your next batch. I like to finish by pouring a few ounces of Starsan into it, putting the top on and shaking it all round. You can safely store it that way until your next brew day.
BEST ANSWER:Honestly, I use a thin bladed flat head screwdriver and gently pry enough room for a fingernail to get in. If you have a thin plastic putty knife I suppose that might work also. It does make small marks in the plastic but it does not affect the seal. A plastic fermenter won't live forever. Treat it as best you can and get as much life out of it as possible. Otherwise, RDWHAHB.
BEST ANSWER:Honestly, I use a thin bladed flat head screwdriver and gently pry enough room for a fingernail to get in. If you have a thin plastic putty knife I suppose that might work also. It does make small marks in the plastic but it does not affect the seal. A plastic fermenter won't live forever. Treat it as best you can and get as much life out of it as possible. Otherwise, RDWHAHB.
This is a great question! It’s a bit of a pain to remove. What I’ve found to be most effective is using a putty knife and inserting between the inner section and Fermzilla, then slowly running the knife around the circumference to separate the two.
This has not been easy. I use a little bit of keg lube around the rubber gasket and then a small flat screwdriver to help pop it up...yes it leaves marks.
I’m having trouble removing beer odors after a fermentation from the dip tube. Most 100% silicone can be baked at 350 for 1 hour to bake off odor. I was curious if it can be done with this tube.
The description shows the Height w/ Airlock - 24.2", I'm assuming the height with the BlowTie spunding valve attached is that or less? I have a fermentation chamber I built that has a max height of 25" that it would need to fit in. Thx in advance for your reply.
BEST ANSWER:My spunding valve (blowing 2 I believe) is definitely taller than the airlock. You can force the spunding valve down to make it the same height but it doesnt feel great to do. Might be best to pick up some of the Eva tubing (the gas one) and extend the length from the outlet to the spending valve and then it won't be an issue at all. I will say, temperature control is far less important (might not matter at all) vs the pressure chosen when fermenting under pressure so getting it in a chamber is probably overkill aside from aestethitics
BEST ANSWER:My spunding valve (blowing 2 I believe) is definitely taller than the airlock. You can force the spunding valve down to make it the same height but it doesnt feel great to do. Might be best to pick up some of the Eva tubing (the gas one) and extend the length from the outlet to the spending valve and then it won't be an issue at all. I will say, temperature control is far less important (might not matter at all) vs the pressure chosen when fermenting under pressure so getting it in a chamber is probably overkill aside from aestethitics
I've done a few batches ion this so far. Works great. I haven't had a problem removing the lid yet. It needs to be kind of hard to remove to keep pressure, Right? It kinda suck to clean but I got some neat brushes off amazon that fit the curve pretty well.
Easy to clean and use. I haven't used the sounding valve as I had one from fermenting in kegs. This is a great upgrade from that as I can make a 5-gallon batch and I get to watch the fermentation action. Fermenting a dark lager in it now.
The big problem is that the vessel wears out eventually and has to be replaced. That means an initial investment of $130 or so can end up costing a lot more over time. Also, the plastic can't take heat over 130 degrees, so you can't pour hot wort in. No problem if you use a chiller, which is a giant hassle, but not good for people like me who throw fermenters in swimming pools.
If you don't pressure-ferment, an All Rounder should last a very long time, but you might as well save money and use a bucket.
I bought 6-gallon Torpedo kegs for fermenting. Much better. They take pressure. They take heat. They cool fast in a swimming pool. They last.
Used it on a an IPA. Closed transfer to the keg. I fermented with no pressure for the fist 3 days and then at 0psi after the dry hop. Everything went smooth
I highly recommend this fermenter. So easy to clean and sanitize and the pressure fermenting and transferring features worked perfectly. Likely going to add the hop bong once it's back in stock.
Going on my second batch at the moment. It is a really good piece of equipment to add to your homebrewery. Really good deal for the price, you can ferment, carbonate, close transfer and even serve from it.
I went away from bucket fermenters so I could brew better IPAs. Using the coil, temp control is super easy and simple. No O2 exposure when dry hopping with magnets andpressure keg transfers simplifies the whole process. You must ensure there are no air leaks which can be annoying, but take your time, tighten everything carefully, and check using StarSan solution in a spray bottle. Like any homebrew system, it just takes a little effort for excellent results.
Need a cold Lager for Thanksgiving Great Product grain to keg 11 days! harvest yeast slurry Cleaned: Spray hosed the trub ring. Then cleaned with micro cloth and oxy solution a @ 88F-31C Easy What’s not to like.
I have been brewing for almost 30 years, started with plastic buckets then upgraded to glass carboys for fermentation vessels. I bought (2) of the 7.9 gallon FermZilla All Rounders last year after lots of research. In my opinion pressure fermentation is the greatest innovation in home brewing and the All Rounder makes fermentation and transfer simple. Morebeer also has great customer service reps.
I have two of these and I think they’re great. They ferment under pressure fantastic and I can get 2 of them in my 7 ft.³ freezer that I use for a fermenting chamber Without any problems. It’s easy to clean very simple to add a Rapt pill or spindle, dry hopping and transferring is a breeze.
Let me tell you this thing is a pain in the arse to do pressure transfers as well as once the 2 part lid is on, it is nearly impossible to take back off. I understand that it has to be a snug fit to ensure it holds pressure, but my goodness, it shouldn't require nearly all my strength and sometimes 2 sets of hands to unscrew the dang top. Overall it does hold pressure for fermentation, but it certainly isnt a walk in the park to open it back up after the fermentation is done.
Used for the first time on latest brew. Very satisfied with unit. Only improvement I would recommend would be using 30psi gauge on spunding. Other than that everything worked great.
2nd one that I purchased. Love them. So easy to ferment with an airlock initially, switch to a carb cap for cold crash, then pressure transfer when it’s done. Or just pressure ferment it! Was in the market for a pressure capable stainless fermenter, but this is so easy to use idk why I would spend that kind of money when this does 75% of what they do. Great product.
Excellent product that is well engineered. One suggestion would be to place a divot on one side of the lid. Once the lock ring is removed it is quite challenging to get the lid off (even with no pressure). A divot so that you place a knife or screw driver would help. If you really wanted to do it right, add a pull ring (that looks like a PRV) to the lid. Then you would be cooking with gas.
Would have been 5 starts, bit getting it with only 4 or 5 months from the expiration of the hydro testing is frustrating. I guess I will have to test it here soon. Other than that it really is a great fermentation container.
Pressure fermenting = too many benefits to not do it.
Pressure fermentation has so many benefits: oxygen-free transferring to keg, no need for temperature control, beer carbonates while fermenting. This is great for re-using yeast if brewing similar styles back-to-back: transfer the finished beer to the keg, but leave the trub in the fermenter until you brew the next batch. The yeast will survive in stasis under pressure and co2. Then pitch cooled wort right on top of the old yeast cake and you have a STRONG ferment, as if you had pitched two or three fresh packs!
My only complaint is that the strap system to hold the fermenter to the base is not the most well-thought-out system. It works, but it’s fiddly when it comes to cleaning.
Side note: do not use PBW or similar cleaners. Just use a non-abrasive sponge and rinse very well before sanitizing.
What a deal! I use this exclusively for my 5-6 gallon batches. After a simple learning curve its great. Perfect for making and serving Hazy IPA/NEIPA right out of the fermentor. That's as fresh as it gets and the best part is no additional oxygen exposure.
I like this product able to view the process and pressure ferment. The gauge was not so great but worked and for this price you have to expect some drawback. It also comes with the option of not using pressure.
Great fermenter. Works well and is easy to clean. All components are really nice and well made. Very good price. Nice to see how your fermentation is doing. Definitely recommend it
So far no issues, just brewed my 1st batch. It was completely ready to drink in 5 days with Kveik yeast. I'm actually serving right out of the Fermzilla, clear beer with no issues, very happy with the purchase.
This is a very nice fermenter which is easy to clean. If you are looking to do an extremely clean and pre-carbonated brew this is a great tool for that but keep in mind it will subdue esters and phenols so not recommended for things like Belgians but awesome for lagers at warmer temps, West Coast IPAs, and many others.
The moving to keg after fermentation and being pre-carbonated is AWESOME!
Other than having the spunding valve on backwards (follow the arrows, arrows should be pointing out) this came ready to use. I have a home brew in it now, it pressurized naturally and seems to be working great. Another week and we will try the pressurized transfer.
