Kegerators
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I have one from Haier... I got it at Costco for $499, it holds a 1/2 keg...
Here it is at Kegworks... http://www.kegworks.com/product.php?productid=19123&cat=420&page=1
PM me if you want to talk about it on the phone, there is a ton of stuff you need to know...
Here it is at Kegworks... http://www.kegworks.com/product.php?productid=19123&cat=420&page=1
PM me if you want to talk about it on the phone, there is a ton of stuff you need to know...
Depending on where you want to put it, and how picky you are on how it looks there are several alternatives to a pre-made kegerator. Just about any fridge, freezer (and some mini-fridges) can be converted to a kegerator for less than you can buy one of the off-the-shelf brands. Let me know what you're looking to do and I can give you more details.
I have made 2 now.
Both vintage fridges....First one died on me...2nd is still running strong.
I sanded both down and repainted using compressor, spray gun and just tremclad black on the 2nd...then clear-coat.
Also replaced insulation in the door, door gasket and thermostat...
One hole in the front door for shank...plus 2 for drip tray. One in the side for beer gas line.
Holds full 58L keg.
Suggestion after working in the beer business for a few years....do not run straight CO2....use beer gas...70/30 mixture (N2/CO2) Makes a huge difference in taste and keg will stay good for about 1 month if it lasts that long...:dr
Here are some pictures:
Hope this helps!
Chris
Both vintage fridges....First one died on me...2nd is still running strong.
I sanded both down and repainted using compressor, spray gun and just tremclad black on the 2nd...then clear-coat.
Also replaced insulation in the door, door gasket and thermostat...
One hole in the front door for shank...plus 2 for drip tray. One in the side for beer gas line.
Holds full 58L keg.
Suggestion after working in the beer business for a few years....do not run straight CO2....use beer gas...70/30 mixture (N2/CO2) Makes a huge difference in taste and keg will stay good for about 1 month if it lasts that long...:dr
Here are some pictures:
Hope this helps!
Chris
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Here's the page I was thinking about (someone here may have even posted it, though I'm not positive). It's a homebrew kegerator though the same idea applies, just different connectors.
http://www.mullerbrau.com/Kegerator.htm
http://www.mullerbrau.com/Kegerator.htm
I have one as well. A Summit with stainless Steel top.
Do yourself a favor and visit the Micromatic Forums
You can read about people's experience with different units and the tweaks they have made to reduce foaming, lower temperatures, actively blowing cold air into the towers to eliminate foam, etc.
Must do your research before making a purchase like that.
1 word of advice.
The items that come in the kits with most kegerators are mostly junk.
Upgrade the faucet, keg connector and Co2 regulator for MUCH more reliable operation.
I recommend the Perlick Forward seal faucet. No sticking and better pour.
Do yourself a favor and visit the Micromatic Forums
You can read about people's experience with different units and the tweaks they have made to reduce foaming, lower temperatures, actively blowing cold air into the towers to eliminate foam, etc.
Must do your research before making a purchase like that.
1 word of advice.
The items that come in the kits with most kegerators are mostly junk.
Upgrade the faucet, keg connector and Co2 regulator for MUCH more reliable operation.
I recommend the Perlick Forward seal faucet. No sticking and better pour.
After replacing all those parts, aren't you really just buying a fridge w/ a beer logo on the side? Wouldn't it be more economical to buy a 'regular' fridge and mod it as necessary?
Also from what I've read w/ homebrew systems, the trick to reducing foam is correctly matching the CO2 pressure/keg pressure with the length of tubing between the keg and faucet. Can't say I have any personal experience though.
avid toker
Maturing Primate
I happen to like this little unit. It keeps the beer fresh for 30 days but your limited to Heiniken and Heiniken Light Draughtkegs for now...
http://www.krupsonlinestore.com/product_detail.asp?T1=KRU+B95&SELECT= &SKW=krubeer&MENU=beertender
http://www.krupsonlinestore.com/product_detail.asp?T1=KRU+B95&SELECT= &SKW=krubeer&MENU=beertender
I converted my fridge into a kegerator. I think the conversion kit was 150.00 and and it took about 15 minutes to complete the task.
That's what I would recommend.
Munt.
That's what I would recommend.
Munt.
Does anyone own one, or know about them. I am going to buy one with my stimulus check, plus a barrel of something tasty.
Any help or suggestions is greatly appreciated.
JacksonCognac
Evolving Lead Gorilla
really? last I checked US stands for America... patriot states founded by brewers!
Well, cant you at least borrow them with a deposit? It's sorta the same thing... unless all the kegs I've been tapping are half kegs or something.
You have most likely been tapping half kegs. These are the standard in bars.really? last I checked US stands for America... patriot states founded by brewers!
Well, cant you at least borrow them with a deposit? It's sorta the same thing... unless all the kegs I've been tapping are half kegs or something.
JacksonCognac
Evolving Lead Gorilla
Oh, ok... so a half keg has 15 gallons and a full keg has about 30? Thats a lot of beer... ~250 lbs worth! Those half kegs are freaking heavy as it is... I can't imagine trying to move a full keg around.