New fermenter

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  1. Tebuken

    Tebuken Initiate (0) Jun 6, 2009 Argentina

    Hi guys, I am fermenting 5,6 gals of an IRA in a 6,6 gals fermenter wich has a screwcap.It is the first time I use such a fermenter so I would like to ask you if I am doing things well.I started fermentation leaving this screwcap loose to let gas get out, covering it with a tin foil. Now 6 days later fermentation is almost done so I would like to know if I should close this cap hermetically or not.

    Many greetings
     
    #1 Tebuken, Jun 23, 2014
  2. jbakajust1

    jbakajust1 Pooh-Bah (2,552) Aug 25, 2009 Oregon
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    Mind posting a pic of the fermenter when you have a chance? I think seeing it would help.
     
    #2 jbakajust1, Jun 23, 2014
  3. Tebuken

    Tebuken Initiate (0) Jun 6, 2009 Argentina

    #3 Tebuken, Jun 23, 2014
  4. VikeMan

    VikeMan Grand Pooh-Bah (3,067) Jul 12, 2009 Pennsylvania
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    I think if I had a fermenter with a screw top, I would install an airlock. I would want to avoid back pressure until attenuation is finished.

    But if attenuation is done, I think you could certainly seal it. That's pretty much like doing a secondary in a keg, at least from a pressure standpoint.
     
    #4 VikeMan, Jun 23, 2014
  5. jbakajust1

    jbakajust1 Pooh-Bah (2,552) Aug 25, 2009 Oregon
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    I'm with Vikeman, I would close down once done, and then drill it for a stopper and airlock before next use.
     
    #5 jbakajust1, Jun 23, 2014
  6. Tebuken

    Tebuken Initiate (0) Jun 6, 2009 Argentina

    I think you are right, I should have thought about this risk beforehand.

    Thanks
     
    #6 Tebuken, Jun 23, 2014
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