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Stainless Steel Jacketed Brite Tank
$1,500.00 - $3,000.00
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Stainless steel jacketed brite tank for maturing, chilling, carbonating and serving beer, in 1, 2 and 5 BBL sizes. Fittings shown are not included.
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Description
*Fittings in Picture Not included*
A jacketed brite beer tank serves a dual purpose as a maturation vessel and a serving tank, eliminating the need for additional beer kegs. It offers a cost-effective alternative to conical fermenters. This jacketed steel tank also provides a controlled environment for chilling, carbonating, and aging the beer, resulting in a well-rounded craft beverage. The tank derives its name from the mature and clarified beer it produces, known as “brite” beer.
In modern commercial breweries, brite tanks are typically made of single-walled stainless steel, ensuring durability, resistance to odors and discoloration, and easy sanitization. These tanks are often elevated on legs and utilize gravity for serving. Pairing brite tanks with conical fermenters allows for a higher turnover rate of batches in the more expensive fermenter, leading to cost savings.
By incorporating a brite beer tank into the brewing process, breweries can streamline their operations, achieve consistency in beer quality, and optimize efficiency in production. The tank’s versatility and functionality make it a valuable asset for breweries of all sizes, contributing to the overall success and profitability of the craft beverage industry.
Model
1BBL
2BBL
5BBL
10BBL
Parameter
Vessel
Jacket
Vessel
Jacket
Vessel
Jacket
Vessel
Jacket
WORKING PRESSURE
0.2 / 30 psi
0.3 / 45 psi
0.2 / 30 psi
0.3 / 45 psi
0.2 / 30 psi
0.12 / 17 psi
0.2 / 30 psi
0.12 / 17 psi
DESIGN PRESSURE
0.3 / 45 psi
0.4 / 58 PSI
0.3 / 45 psi
0.4 / 58 PSI
0.3 / 45 psi
0.18 / 26 psi
0.3 / 45 psi
0.18 / 26 psi
WORKING TEMPERATURE
(-)10～110℃
DESIGN TEMPERATURE
MATERIAL
SS 304
FULL VOLUME (BBL)
1.21
N/A
2.58
N/A
6.17
N/A
12.5
N/A
EFFECTIVE VOLUME (BBL)
1
N/A
2
N/A
5
N/A
10
N/A
SAFETY VALVE ACT PRESSURE (Mpa) / (PSI)
0.22 / 32 psi
N/A
0.22 / 32 psi
N/A
0.22 / 32 psi
N/A
0.22 / 32 psi
N/A
HEAT TRANSFER AREA (m²)
0.71
N/A
1.21
N/A
1.74
N/A
3
N/A
INSULATION MATERIAL
PU
N/A
PU
N/A
PU
N/A
PU
N/A
INSULATION THICKNESS (mm)
50
N/A
50
N/A
80
N/A
80
N/A
PRESSURE TEST (Mpa) / (PSI)
0.37 / 54 psi
0.6 / 87 psi
0.37 / 54 psi
0.6 / 87 psi
0.37 / 54 psi
0.26 / 38 psi
0.37 / 54 psi
0.26 / 38 psi
Frequently asked questions
What sizes are available?+
1 BBL, 2 BBL and 5 BBL.
What is a brite tank used for?+
The manufacturer describes it as a dual-purpose maturation and serving vessel that provides a controlled environment for chilling, carbonating and aging beer, removing the need for additional kegs.
Are fittings included?+
No. The product data states explicitly that the fittings shown in the photograph are not included.
