DUOTIGHT - BALL LOCK DISCONNECT - FLOW CONTROL - 8MM

The DuoTight 8mm x Flow Control Ball Lock Disconnect (FC Disconnect) is an easy way for the Brewer to balance their Beer Lines.

The DuoTight FC Disconnect is manufactured from highly chemical resistant materials with stainless springs and ball bearings which makes the fitting extremely resistant to commonly used chemicals such as phosphoric-based sanitisers and caustics.

When using the DuoTight FC Disconnect the Brewer will not need to rely on the small Beer Line ID or Beer Line length to apply flow resistance, so it would not make sense to use long lines or small ID lines as well, as this is the job of the FC device.

This is perfect for Brewers who want to serve a large range of Beverages with differing carbonation levels as it allows the ability to adjust resistance quickly and easily.

PLEASE NOTE:

Some kegs may have different tolerances, flow control units should be checked for compatibilty.

Even in the fully open position, the DuoTight 8mm x Flow Control Ball Lock Disconnect does have some inherent flow resistance, so the Brewer should use either a shorter Beer Line or a larger ID Beer Line when compared with Traditional Ball Lock Disconnects.

Compatibility:

The DuoTight FC Disconnect has been designed to suit 8mm Beer Line.

Due to the integrated DuoTight Fitting the Beer Line will simply push directly into this fitting – no need for additional fittings or clamps.

Recommended Beer Line:

EVA Barrier 4mm ID x 8mm OD Line (Best for short draw systems)

EVABarrier 5mm ID x 8mm OD Line

Additional Information:

Why not a flow control tap/devices?

Flow control devices are good but they inherently can create a small amount of turbulence and therefore can cause foaming. In the past, flow control taps have been the only common option. Flow control taps are popular however they have the issue that due to the fact they are placed right at the end of the Beer Line they have no head pressure. As a result, any turbulence created can cause foaming and carbonation to come out of the solution.

The DuoTight FC Disconnects on the other hand have the ability to restrict the flow before the Beer enters the Beer Line so the head pressure created by the Beer Line keeps the carbonation in the solution. Even in the instance that high turbulence is created the Beer will be far more resistant to foaming issues. For this reason, the DuoTight FC Disconnects have significantly better performance allowing the Brewer the flexibility to adjust line resistance easily but without the introduction of turbulence that creates foaming. It cannot fix over-carbonated beer but it can reduce the amount of Beer Line you would need to pour without excessive foaming.

Features Include:

New POK Injection-Moulded Design.
Like all new KegLand DuoTight Push-In Fittings, they are all manufactured from Polykeytone Plastic (POK). This aids in chemical resistance, tensile strength, and toughness.

Compact
The world’s most compact Ball Lock Disconnect every manufactured. This new compact form factor is great for tight spaces or fridges where the Brewer may want to pack as many Kegs in as possible. The DuoTight FC Disconnect allows standard Ball Lock Kegs to be double stacked while still connected to Beer and Gas Lines.

Over-Moulded Poppet
The Over-Moulded Poppet design means the Brewer can couple and disconnect the DuoTight FC Disconnect under extreme pressures of 150psi and will never have issues with the O-Ring blowing out.

Tool-Less Disassembly
Other Ball Lock Disconnects require a tool such as a flat head screwdriver or spanner to take them apart for cleaning. The new caps on these fittings allow for easy disassembly by hand making them easier to break down for cleaning - easier to remove hop particles from disconnects.

Extreme Chemical Resistance
No cheap ABS plastic or nitrile seals. This Ball Lock Disconnect is made from stainless spring and ball bearings, with an engineering polykeytone resin body, EPDM and PP/EPDM over-moulded poppet. This makes this Ball Lock disconnect resistant to extreme chemicals such as phosphoric and acetic acid, caustic soda, peroxide and many other acids or base chemicals that are commonly used in home brewing.

Toughness
This Ball Lock Disconnect is more robust than any other plastic Ball Lock Disconnect ever manufactured due to the use of new engineering plastics. Don't be fooled by the small form factor - these bad boys are tough.

DuoTight Swivel 8mm (5/16") Elbow Sold Separately - KL18456

If you are often pulling your Beer and Gas Line sideways, we recommend the use of the DuoTight Male to Female Elbow as this allows your Gas to swivel 360° without making a kink in the Beer or Gas line.