Description
What this fermenter is sized for
This 500 L / 5 HL / 5 BBL tank is a working fermenter for brewpubs and small production breweries. We set nominal working volume at 500 L and gross volume near 625 L, leaving headspace for krausen, dry hopping and foaming. If your brewhouse casts 550 to 600 L, tell us before quoting; the cone height and jacket coverage may need to change.
Build details
SUS304 is the standard contact material. We use 316L when the cleaning regime or product mix justifies it, but 316L is not a substitute for correct passivation and chloride control. Interior welds are ground and treated, not left as raw fabrication marks. Dimple cooling jackets cover the cone and lower body, with polyurethane insulation and a stainless cladding. Working pressure and relief valve settings follow the vessel design and local requirements, so we confirm both at order.
Ports and cleaning
A typical layout includes CIP spray ball, racking arm, sample valve, dry hop port, pressure relief, blow-off, and glycol in/out. Tri-clamp connections keep the tank compatible with standard brewery hoses and valves. The cone drains fully, and the racking arm lets operators leave trub and yeast behind during transfers.
Specifications
| Nominal volume | 500 L / 5 HL / 5 BBL |
|---|---|
| Gross volume | Approx. 625 L |
| Material | SUS304 standard; SUS316L optional |
| Cone | 60-degree |
| Cooling | Dimple jacket, cone and body |
| Insulation | 50 mm PU |
| Connections | Tri-clamp |
| Options | Carbonation stone, level sensor, dry hop port, PRV |
FAQ
Can one tank handle fermentation and conditioning? Yes, as a unitank, but confirm pressure rating, jacket area and carbonation method.
How many tanks do I need? Match tank count to brew frequency, turn time and packaging schedule, not just batch size. For a brewpub, two 5 BBL tanks and one bright tank often work better than four fermenters and no conditioning space.
What should I send for a quote? Batch volume, beer styles, desired pressure, glycol supply, available height and port preferences.
Tell us your batch size, beer type, number of fermentation tanks and available space. We can recommend the tank volume, cooling area and configuration for your brewery.
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