10 gal batch fermenters

[ZmannR2]

ugh!!! So I’m changing from two 7 gal SS brewbucket a to just one vessel. So I’ll need a ~14 gal fermenter.

Staying open to other options besides SS Brewtech mainly due to affordability, I’m seeing 14 gal options from Chapman, a brand called VEVOR?, is there anything else I’m missing? I am only considering stainless options.

What have y’all found to be the best for the price?

 

[ZmannR2]

https://www.chapmanequipment.com/products/14-gallon-steeltank-fermenter

Thinking of taking this one in a powerless option and adding the rotating racking arm by SS Brewtech to it

Seems like a super cost efficient method.

 

[ZmannR2]

Also found this guy

https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https://www.ebay.com/ulk/itm/272773764109

 

[applescrap]

Sanke?

 

[postalbunny]

For ease of cleaning i've been looking at kegs... slightly more expensive, but i feel like i could clean with a keg washer more easily. I already have an washer for corney kegs and fermenters... if yanking the 4" tri clamp leaves a hole big enough to invert and clean like a normal keg/fermenter.

Kegmenter 13.2 (50L) -> https://www.morebeer.com/products/kegmenter-fermentation-keg-132-gal.html
Sabco 7.75 (pony keg) -> https://brewmagic.com/products/fermenter-7-75-gal-by-sabco/
Refurb 10g corney -> https://www.chicompany.net/ball-lock-kegs-c-376_1_44/10-gallon-ball-lock-keg-refurbished-p-1073.html
Norcal keg conversion (15.5 or any normal sankey keg) -> https://www.norcalbrewingsolutions.com/store/Sanke-Keg-Tee-Fermenter-Kit.html

 

[burntchef]

I bought and am using the chapman. I bought the portless and drilled and valved it myself. Have been very happy with it.
Eric

 

[MaxStout]

I bought and am using the chapman. I bought the portless and drilled and valved it myself. Have been very happy with it.
Eric

I'm considering a 14 gal Chapman for 10-12 gal batches. I already have two Brew Buckets and can split the batch with those, but I'd rather just ferment the entire batch in one vessel.

One question: Are the Chapman's handles robust enough to safely lift the fermenter when full? The pics of the Chapman show the handles spot-welded on and I want to make sure they are sturdy. I have a chest freezer ferm chamber and would use a hoist to lift it in and out.

 

[kevink]

I'm considering a 14 gal Chapman for 10-12 gal batches. I already have two Brew Buckets and can split the batch with those, but I'd rather just ferment the entire batch in one vessel.

I used to use two fermenters per 10 gallon batch, and switching to one big fermenter was one of the best things I have done. No more trying to evenly split my yeast starter between vessels and no more wondering if one carboy was fermenting slightly differently than the other.

 

[kevink]

ugh!!! So I’m changing from two 7 gal SS brewbucket a to just one vessel. So I’ll need a ~14 gal fermenter.

Staying open to other options besides SS Brewtech mainly due to affordability, I’m seeing 14 gal options from Chapman, a brand called VEVOR?, is there anything else I’m missing? I am only considering stainless options.

What have y’all found to be the best for the price?

You're at the point where you should think about a conical fermenter. The ability to drop yeast and hops is a huge plus depending on what you would like to be able to do.

 

[burntchef]

I have never lifted the fermenter when full, so I can not speak to them. I drilled my chapman 2" above the bottom. It allows the beer to be run off using gravity and leaves the trub behind.
Eric

 

[ZmannR2]

You're at the point where you should think about a conical fermenter. The ability to drop yeast and hops is a huge plus depending on what you would like to be able to do.

Yep! I went ahead and bit the bullet and sold my Gibson Les Paul and went full tilt on a Spike CF10 conical fermenter.

Thanks for all the suggestions. That kegmenter looks awesome!! Hopefully this thread gives others in this position some ideas!

 

[ScrewyBrewer]

I ordered two Chapman seven gallon fermenters with ball valves today. I plan on doing closed pressure transfers and putting 1.5 inch tri clamp bulkhead fittings in the lid holes.