How to connect Keg boiler to riser??

[cat herder]

I see lots of builds that use a keg as a boiler. I've found a design that is simple enough that I can build it: http://homedistiller.org/forum/download ... p?id=12153, but I haven't found any description about how to connect a keg to a riser. My understanding is that I'll need to clamp it somehow. What do others use? Thanks for the pointers.

[bearriver]

Lots of ways to do it. Here ya go: http://homedistiller.org/forum/viewtopic.php?t=27056

[hawgwrench]

Two inch tri clover flange....eBay's loaded with the things, anywhere 'tween two and five bucks. You'll need some good flux an a stick of silver solder. It takes a spell to get everything cleaned and then hot enough to join, just be patient. Have a shot first....helps with the shakey hands.

[FreeMountainHermit]

but I haven't found any description about how to connect a keg to a riser. My understanding is that I'll need to clamp it somehow. What do others use? Thanks for the pointers.

Took about 30 seconds to find the answer.

https://www.google.com/search?gs_ivs=1& ... +keg&tts=0" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;" rel="nofollow

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http://homedistiller.org/forum/viewtopic.php?t=7153

[cat herder]

Thanks all

[rad14701]

Yet another reason to do ample research before attempting practical application... The Tri-clamp method has been discussed extensively so it's virtually impossible to overlook if you do enough research into the theories and fundamentals, and peruse the builds of other members...

[shadylane]

If you want to look at ideas. Click HD Google search. Then click Images.
Scroll down until you see something interesting and click on it.

[maheel]

depending on your keg this idea is free and comes with the keg
it's an A type keg and australian 50mm tube (usa tube is diff ID or OD, but not sure)

[Prairiepiss]

Take your column and shove it down in there. Now take a BFH and beat it into submission. Making it bend to your will. Now you have a good connection.

[rubber duck]

Pretty good idea, does that seal well? Can it pass a mirror test?

[Prairiepiss]

I will let you tell him how to remove the valve RD. you do such a good job at it.

[Bushman]

On my first build I went with this the set up in the following link: It's easy strong but the downside is it is a bit more expensive.
http://www.milehidistilling.com/2-inch- ... o-keg-kit/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;" rel="nofollow

My current build on a 4" column I cut a larger hole and welded a 4" ferrule, lot more work but easier to clean.

[FreeMountainHermit]

On my first build I went with this the set up in the following link: It's easy strong but the downside is it is a bit more expensive.
http://www.milehidistilling.com/2-inch- ... o-keg-kit/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;" rel="nofollow

Trying to understand why you didn't just buy a ferrule and a clamp.

[cat herder]

Take your column and shove it down in there. Now take a BFH and beat it into submission. Making it bend to your will. Now you have a good connection.

BFH.... Big F---ing Hammer?

[Prairiepiss]

Take your column and shove it down in there. Now take a BFH and beat it into submission. Making it bend to your will. Now you have a good connection.

BFH.... Big F---ing Hammer?

Yessir

[Prairiepiss]

On my first build I went with this the set up in the following link: It's easy strong but the downside is it is a bit more expensive.
http://www.milehidistilling.com/2-inch- ... o-keg-kit/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;" rel="nofollow

Trying to understand why you didn't just buy a ferrule and a clamp.

Ferrules weren't as common back in the stone ages. This kit was high tech back then. Lol

[FreeMountainHermit]

Stone age ???,...... holy crap. I hope bushman doesn't get a flat on his walker !

[cat herder]

On my first build I went with this the set up in the following link: It's easy strong but the downside is it is a bit more expensive.
http://www.milehidistilling.com/2-inch- ... o-keg-kit/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;" rel="nofollow

Trying to understand why you didn't just buy a ferrule and a clamp.

I have to agree now that I know that the same thing can be built for a handful of scratch.

[FreeMountainHermit]

If using 2 inch copper go with type M and the ferrule will slip right in. No BFH required.