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--- equipment:brew_kettles [2010/11/16 20:40] – Extra text in valve section. mrmekon
+++ equipment:brew_kettles [2010/11/16 22:58] – broke metal type section into two paragraphs mrmekon
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-//''This page contains information about selecting and using brew kettles.''//
+====== Brew Kettles ======
-====== Kettle Selection ======
+This page contains information about selecting and using brew kettles.
-===== Metal Type =====
-See the [[equipment:metallurgy|metallurgy]] page.
-===== Kettle Size =====
+===== Kettle Selection =====
+==== Metal Type ====
+There are various advantages for choosing one metal over another.  The most common metals for kettles are stainless steel and aluminum.
+For metal comparison, see the [[equipment:metallurgy|metallurgy]] page.
+==== Kettle Size ====
 For [[techniques:extract_brewing|extract brewing]]:
   * For 5-gallon [[techniques:partial_boil|partial boils]], a 3 gallon kettle is tiny, 4 gallons is average, 5 gallons is best
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   * For 5-gallon [[techniques:BIAB]], 15 gallon kettle is highly recommended
-====== Kettle Accessories ======
+===== Kettle Accessories =====
-===== Valves =====
+==== Valves ====
 Available in weldless or welded versions, valves are often attached near the bottom of the kettle to allow easy transfer of wort after the boil.  A hole is drilled in the kettle and a ball valve is attached.  Welded valves are more durable and less prone to leaking, but weldless valves must be used on non-weldable metals such as aluminum.
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 The alternative to using a valve drain is simply siphoning from the top of the kettle, often assisted by a [[equipment:racking_cane|racking cane]].
-===== Thermometer =====
+==== Thermometer ====
-===== Sight Glass =====
+==== Sight Glass ====