SS to Copper

[1GUNRUNNER]

Here I start in a series of seriously newbie questions:

Planning on a 15 gal SS keg.

How come I see copper coming out of the top of all of the SS kegs? Wouldn't continuing with SS be better?

[rednose]

I'm afraid that not many folks here will answer those questions which are that basic.

You missed to make your homework buddy.

[olddog]

How come I see copper coming out of the top of all of the SS kegs? Wouldn't continuing with SS be better?

Its easier to build with copper, you just need a simple propane torch, whereas SS needs a TIG welder.
Also you need some copper in the system to remove the sulphides in your distilate.


OD

[1GUNRUNNER]

I am a certified welder with a welding shop and a TIG torch so that is not a problem.

With the 2" Sankey outlet what is the idea of stepping it up beyond that to 3,4,6" ?

[olddog]

The bigger diameter column, the more heat is required to produce sufficient vapour flow, bearing in mind what type of still you are building etc.


OD

[squidd]

Here I start in a series of seriously newbie questions:


How come I see copper coming out of the top of all of the SS kegs? Wouldn't continuing with SS be better?

Not quite all.

There are some beautiful SS keg/column combinations.
Have a looksee at Hookline's.

The required copper path can be in the packing, and/or the condenser(s).

squidd