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- | //'' | + | ====== Metallurgy ====== |
- | ====== Aluminum (Aluminium) | + | This page relates to metals used in brewing: how to select and care for them. |
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+ | ===== Aluminum (Aluminium) ===== | ||
Aluminum is a common choice for brew kettles since it is cheaper than stainless steel. | Aluminum is a common choice for brew kettles since it is cheaper than stainless steel. | ||
^ Advantages ^ Disadvantages ^ | ^ Advantages ^ Disadvantages ^ | ||
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| Good thermal distribution | Can be scratched | | | Good thermal distribution | Can be scratched | | ||
- | ===== Passive Oxide layer ===== | + | <note tip> |
+ | Aluminum was previously believed to cause an increased risk of Alzheimer' | ||
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+ | ==== Passive Oxide layer ==== | ||
Aluminum can impart a metallic flavor unless you maintain a passive oxide layer. | Aluminum can impart a metallic flavor unless you maintain a passive oxide layer. | ||
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+ | ==== References ==== | ||
+ | [[http:// | ||
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