Flow Control Perlicks in Stainless

[Batz]

Are yours flow control taps Ross, I know that problem happens with the creamers.

 

[Ross]

Hi Batz,

No, they are the regular S/S Perlicks.


cheers Ross

 

[Batz]

OK I don't know if you do this but try a little keg lube on the o ring next time.

 

[DJ_L3ThAL]

OK I don't know if you do this but try a little keg lube on the o ring next time.

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[Nibbo]

Well, I can't add much to this conversation.
My supplier contact has no knowledge of any Perlick issues and I'm still being told there is plenty of stock in Australia.

On the Perlick tap seal topic,, I've only ran 2 x 575's (creamers) for the last 2 years and never had an issue. I read plenty of negative reports on them but I found them fantastic.

Cheers
Nibbo

 

[TidalPete]

Are yours flow control taps Ross, I know that problem happens with the creamers.

I'm afraid that you have your facts wrong there Batz.

In the years I've had my Creamers the only problem has been with the fat O-ring in the creaming function which tends to stretch if the creaming function is used a lot & as Ross says, is easily fixed. All you need is a spare O-ring or two.

Have never had a problem with beer coming out beneath the tap handle due to stretched O-rings there & quite frankly, find this continual scaremongering about the 575 Creamers a little tiresome.

 

[Camo6]

:icon_offtopic: One of my four 545pc's has a tighter action than the rest and I put this down to the o ring under the tap handle distorting around the flat 'land' of the handle mechanism. Hasn't leaked yet but I really need to source a cheap supply of these from ebay or the like for spares. (BB anyone?)

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What exactly are you brewing? Little Noof's?

 

[TidalPete]

The only place I know of is here --- https://nationalhomebrew.com.au/products/beer

 

[pk.sax]

Buy an o-ring kit, something with lots of sizes and you'd find one of them fits. They are cheap and effective and also include sizes for a bunch other functions like keg post o-rings etc. I too found that the o-ring under the tap handles used to stretch and deform but never had a leak while I used them. Ymmv. I'm a fairly light user at most times.

 

[Camo6]

I've got a couple of o ring kits but they're the cheap variety and not sure of the quality of the rubber. Was worried about off tastes associated with cheap rubber?
Have been meaning to get some kits from Martin but with this hobby there's always must haves that demand your money first. Inexpensive beer my ass.

 

[Batz]

No, it happens to old & new. They don't actually wear out, they just stretch out of shape & then leak. I think it was TidalPete that recommended leaving the stretched seal in hot water overnight & they reform back to normal, this certainly works in our experience.

Cheers Ross

I'm afraid that you have your facts wrong there Batz.

In the years I've had my Creamers the only problem has been with the fat O-ring in the creaming function which tends to stretch if the creaming function is used a lot & as Ross says, is easily fixed. All you need is a spare O-ring or two.

Sorry Pete I thought that was what Ross was saying, I asked because I did not know what model of Perlicks he was running. I have read many times on US sites that there can be a dripping problem. It seems this may be common to all Perlicks it's just the creamers are usually the ones referred to.

I apologize if my reference to these taps is tiresome, I was only trying to be helpful. I'm sure those with creamers are extremely happy with them.

Batz

 

[TidalPete]

No apology necessary Batz. You are forgiven.

 

[Batz]

Batz, when they are working they are great, but the o'ring under the tap handle is prone to failure (it stretches & leaks) & the result is beer foaming out of the base of the tap handle.
We've already had one commercial Bar lose a keg of beer overnight all over their floor. In the shop we have 20 Perlicks pouring beer & at least once a month we'll have a seal fail on one of the taps.

Definitely room for improvement in my book, & you'll no doubt feel the same if you come out to your bar one day to find a keg over the floor.
Like most things, until you experience a problem personally, it isn't an issue....

Ross

OK after another read I see the problem you are referring to is the o ring under the handle leaking, no I've never had it but would very pissed off if I found a keg had leaked on the floor.

I do ask though if you use keg lube on these o rings?

my bad SNAFU
Batz

 

[Russell_Bracton]

One thing to be aware of, that nobody as far as I've seen, who's selling them has mentioned...

The current design available in Australia in very limited quantities is already basically obsolete. There is apparently a design infringement & there will be no more made until the taps have been redesigned with a different shape.
So just be aware, if you want matching taps in the future, they probably won't be available new....


Cheers Ross

Our company is the Australian importer for Perlick products. I thought I would take the opportunity to provide further information the Perlick tap range.
NOTE: We are a wholesaler only, information on our products are best sourced from your local equipment supplier.

1. Homebrew retailers will continue to have access to the 525SS and 545SS for the foreseeable future including all service kits. Occasionally there is a short supply of stock, do not worry there is always stock in transit. Perlick does not infringe on any designs, products are generally cover by a range of patents.

2. Any leaks from the 525SS bonnet nut are preventable and often caused by one of the following;
a. Over tightening of the compression bonnet, causing expansion pressure on the O-ring. Finger tightening is perfect, no tools are required to service this tap.
b. Over tightening of the tap handle, causing twisting the bearing cup. Finger tightening is perfect.
c. Incorrect placement or movement of the O-ring during service.
d. Failure to lubricate the seals adequately with food grade food grease during service

We are often approached by beer taps manufacturers from global manufacturers . The Perlick 525SS taps in our opinion are still the most hygienic and reasonably priced tap available.

 

[Batz]

That's why the fitters on this site have not had this problem.

 

[joshF]

Our company is the Australian importer for Perlick products. I thought I would take the opportunity to provide further information the Perlick tap range.
NOTE: We are a wholesaler only, information on our products are best sourced from your local equipment supplier.

1. Homebrew retailers will continue to have access to the 525SS and 545SS for the foreseeable future including all service kits. Occasionally there is a short supply of stock, do not worry there is always stock in transit. Perlick does not infringe on any designs, products are generally cover by a range of patents.

2. Any leaks from the 525SS bonnet nut are preventable and often caused by one of the following;
a. Over tightening of the compression bonnet, causing expansion pressure on the O-ring. Finger tightening is perfect, no tools are required to service this tap.
b. Over tightening of the tap handle, causing twisting the bearing cup. Finger tightening is perfect.
c. Incorrect placement or movement of the O-ring during service.
d. Failure to lubricate the seals adequately with food grade food grease during service

We are often approached by beer taps manufacturers from global manufacturers . The Perlick 525SS taps in our opinion are still the most hygienic and reasonably priced tap available.

Definitely agree. I've found when i had my 525SS and now the 545SS, they all came standard with the compression bonnet very tight. I'm 6'5 and 120kg and still had to use the leatherman to undo most of them. So to those who received them in the mail, gave them a quick rinse through and didn't check the seals etc i'd definitely recommend pulling them apart, cleaning them and making sure the seals are well lubed before using as they are most likely very dry.