The Beer Shank also called a Faucet Shank is a key component of any draft beer despensing system. It's what connects your beer line to your faucet. Most all shanks will come with a nipple for your beer line to connect to, those without a nipple are referred to as a Pass Through. The other main thing to look at when selecting a shank is it's lenth. Depending on your application you might need a long or a short shank. For instance a shank that fits in a draft tower would not normally be used in a converted fridge/freezer (keezer) build that requires fitting through the wooden collar or fridge door. We offer a wide selection of beer shanks that come in various legnths to fit any draft beer dispensing project you are working on.
Outfit any 3" diameter draft tower with these stainless steel Intertap Tower Shanks with Duotight compatible tailpiece. The 1/4" barb pairs perfectly with the Duotight 6.35 mm x 8 mm reducer (DUO100), allowing you to quickly and easily connect 8 mm OD EVABarrier draft line (D1717 & D1718).
The Duotight fitting is sold separately and can be found below under "You Might Also Need".
Please note these shanks are not compatible with Perlick flow control faucets.
Kegland Part number: KL01137
Comes with a back nut, plastic collar, hex nut, and a 1/4" barb. Requires a 1" hole saw for installation. When set in place, the shank will only have about 2 1/2" of length to pass through your wall or fridge door, due to the length of the collar and back nut.
Installation note: On a fridge there is generally no coolant lines running through the door but please check to see there are no lines connecting the door and the rest of the refrigerator. To test for coolant lines on a freezer start with a warm freezer then plug the unit in with the lid open. You should be able to see the lines form condensation on the inside of the freezer where there are lines running. Please still use caution when drilling.
Dimensions:
5-1/8" - Total Length (Tip to Tip)
4" - Shank Length (Without Nut & Barb)
3" - Thread Length
2-1/2" - Pass Through Length
Kegland Part number: KL01113
Comes with a back nut, plastic collar, hex nut, and 8 mm Duotight Adapter compatible with EVABarrier 8 mm OD Tubing (D1717 & D1718). Requires a 1" hole saw for installation. When set in place, the shank will only have about 2 1/2" of length to pass through your wall or fridge door, due to the length of the collar and back nut.
Installation note: On a fridge there is generally no coolant lines running through the door but please check to see there are no lines connecting the door and the rest of the refrigerator. To test for coolant lines on a freezer start with a warm freezer then plug the unit in with the lid open. You should be able to see the lines form condensation on the inside of the freezer where there are lines running. Please still use caution when drilling.
Dimensions:
5-1/8" - Total Length (Tip to Tip)
4" - Shank Length (Without Nut & Barb)
3" - Thread Length
2-1/2" - Pass Through Length
Kegland Part number: KL11945
Serious homebrewers want only the best hardware touching their brew to prevent “off” flavors. This beer faucet shank is made from high quality 304 stainless steel.
This shank is sold as a complete kit and ready to install--just add tubing and a hose clamp. It comes with a back nut, plastic collar, hex nut, and a 1/4" barb. Requires a 1" hole saw for installation. Due to the length of the back nut and collar, the total wall width the shank can bridge once installed is about 2 3/4".
Dimensions:
5-1/4" - Total Length (Tip to Tip)
4-1/4" - Shank Length (Without Nut & Nipple)
3" - Thread Length
2-3/4" - Pass Through Length
This is the same shank that is used in our D1245A, but without the nipple and hex nut. This gives you the freedom to choose the size and style of tailpiece that fits your needs, as well as the type of hex nut and shank collar you prefer. Check below for available tailpieces. Be sure to add a gasket to use with your chosen tailpiece and hex nut.
Dimensions:
4-1/8" - Shank Length
3" - Thread Length
2-3/4" - Pass Through Length
This shank's small design makes it perfect for attaching a faucet to a tower. Included on the Intertap towers that we stock but can be used to replace the short shank on any 3" diameter tower. Made from stainless steel.
Please note these shanks are not compatible with Perlick brand faucets.
Kegland Part number: KL01090
Faucet shanks allow you to mount a draft faucet just about anywhere. Typically installed in the door or wooden collar of of a converted fridge/freezer, the front of a cooler, or even in your house’s wall when constructing that ultimate home bar!
Once installed your beer line connects to the back of the shank and a faucet attaches to the front. Shanks are available in a range of sizes to accommodate mounting on materials of varying thicknesses.
The shank’s listed size refers to the total length of threaded pipe. Approximately 5/8” are needed to account for the thickness of the finishing collar on the front and the space for the locknut on the back. Please take this into account when sizing the shank for your project.
Features a welded 3/16” barb and includes a glossy black plastic collar and locknut. Requires a 1” hole for installation.
Dimensions:
3-1/8" - Total Length (Tip to Tip)
2-1/2" - Shank Length (Without Nipple)
1-1/8" - Thread Length
1-1/4" - Pass Through Length
Install a tap where you want it, without the hassle of searching for all the separate components you’ll need. This faucet, knob, and shank combo is a great price, it’s easy to install, and it works and looks great!
This kit includes the 4" shank with 3/16" nipple, all stainless faucet, and plastic 2.5" knob.
This tower shank with Matte Black finish matches perfectly with the NukaTap Stealth Bomber faucet and features a Duotight compatible tailpiece. The 1/4" barb pairs with the Duotight 6.35 mm x 8 mm reducer (DUO100), allowing you to quickly and easily connect 8 mm OD EVABarrier draft line (D1717 & D1718).
The Duotight fitting is sold separately and can be found below under "You Might Also Need".
Please note these shanks are not compatible with Perlick brand faucets.
KegLand Part Number: KL20084
Stainless steel shank comes with a back nut, plastic collar, and a 3/16" tailpiece with hex nut and gasket. If desired, the barb can be removed and swapped for a different size or replaced with a Duotight x Beer Thread Adapter. This size of beer shank is a popular choice for building your own custom draft system. Typically installed in the door of a refrigerator or the wooden collar of a converted chest freezer.
The shank’s listed size refers to the total length of threaded pipe. Approximately 1-1/8” are needed to account for the thickness of the finishing collar on the front and the space for the locknut on the back. Please take this into account when sizing the shank for your project.
Installation Note: On a fridge there are generally no coolant lines running through the door but please check to see there are no lines connecting the door and the rest of the refrigerator. To test for coolant lines on a freezer start with a warm freezer then plug the unit in with the lid open. You should be able to see the lines form condensation on the inside of the freezer where there are lines running. Please still use caution when drilling.
Dimensions:
4-1/4" - Total Length (Tip to Tip)
3-1/8" - Shank Length (Without Nut & Nipple)
2-1/4" - Thread Length
1-3/4" - Pass Through Length
3/16" Nipple
Comes with a 3/16" nipple, back nut, and plastic collar. It requires a 1" hole for installation. When set in place, the shank will only have about 4" of length to pass through your wall or fridge door, due to the length of the collar and back nut.
Installation note: On a fridge there is generally no coolant lines running through the door but please check to see there are no lines connecting the door and the rest of the refrigerator. To test for coolant lines on a freezer start with a warm freezer then plug the unit in with the lid open. You should be able to see the lines form condensation on the inside of the freezer where there are lines running. Please still use caution when drilling.
Dimensions:
6-1/4" - Total Length (Tip to Tip)
5-1/8" - Shank Length (Without Nut & Nipple)
3-3/4" - Thread Length
4-5/8" - Pass Through Length
3/16 in. Nipple
Comes with a back nut, plastic collar, hex nut, and a 1/4" barb. Requires a 1" hole saw for installation. When set in place, the shank will only have about 4-1/2" of length to pass through your wall or fridge door, due to the length of the collar and back nut.
Installation note: On a fridge there is generally no coolant lines running through the door but please check to see there are no lines connecting the door and the rest of the refrigerator. To test for coolant lines on a freezer start with a warm freezer then plug the unit in with the lid open. You should be able to see the lines form condensation on the inside of the freezer where there are lines running. Please still use caution when drilling.
Dimensions:
7-1/8" - Total Length (Tip to Tip)
6" - Shank Length (Without Nut & Barb)
5" - Thread Length
4-1/2" - Pass Through Length
Kegland Part number: KL01120
Comes with a 3/16" nipple, back nut, and plastic collar. It requires a 1" hole for installation. When set in place, the shank will only have about 11/16" of length to pass through your wall or fridge door, due to the length of the collar and back nut.
Installation note: On a fridge there is generally no coolant lines running through the door but please check to see there are no lines connecting the door and the rest of the refrigerator. To test for coolant lines on a freezer start with a warm freezer then plug the unit in with the lid open. You should be able to see the lines form condensation on the inside of the freezer where there are lines running. Please still use caution when drilling.
Dimensions:
3-3/4" - Total Length (Tip to Tip)
2-1/8" - Shank Length (Without Nut & Nipple)
1-1/4" - Thread Length
11/16" - Pass Through Length
Comes with a back nut, plastic collar, hex nut, and 8 mm Duotight Adapter compatible with EVABarrier 8 mm OD Tubing (D1717 & D1718). Requires a 1" hole saw for installation. When set in place, the shank will only have about 4-1/2" of length to pass through your wall or fridge door, due to the length of the collar and back nut.
Installation note: On a fridge there is generally no coolant lines running through the door but please check to see there are no lines connecting the door and the rest of the refrigerator. To test for coolant lines on a freezer start with a warm freezer then plug the unit in with the lid open. You should be able to see the lines form condensation on the inside of the freezer where there are lines running. Please still use caution when drilling.
Dimensions:
7-1/8" - Total Length (Tip to Tip)
6" - Shank Length (Without Nut & Barb)
5" - Thread Length
4-1/2" - Pass Through Length
Kegland Part number: KL11952
These stainless short shanks are typically used for attaching faucets to a KOMOS® Cobra style draft tower. The threaded section measures 25mm in length (0.98").
This 6 in. chrome shank comes with a back nut, plastic collar, and a welded 1/4" nipple. Requires a 1" hole saw for installation.
Installation note: On a fridge there is generally no coolant lines running through the door but please check to see there are no lines connecting the door and the rest of the refrigerator. To test for coolant lines on a freezer start with a warm freezer then plug the unit in with the lid open. You should be able to see the lines form condensation on the inside of the freezer where there are lines running. Please still use caution when drilling. This is a Chrome Plated Brass unit.
Dimensions:
6-1/4" - Total Length (Tip to Tip)
5-1/2" - Shank Length (Without Nut & Nipple)
4-1/8" - Thread Length
5-1/4" - Pass Through Length
Faucet shanks allow you to mount a draft faucet just about anywhere. Typically installed in the door or wooden collar of of a converted fridge/freezer, the front of a cooler, or even in your house’s wall when constructing that ultimate home bar!
Once installed your beer line connects to the back of the shank and a faucet attaches to the front. Shanks are available in a range of sizes to accommodate mounting on materials of varying thicknesses.
The shank’s listed size refers to the total length of threaded pipe. Approximately 1 1/8” are needed to account for the thickness of the finishing collar on the front and the space for the locknut on the back. Please take this into account when sizing the shank for your project.
Features a welded 3/16” barb and includes a glossy black plastic collar and locknut. Requires a 1” hole for installation.
Dimensions:
6-1/4" - Total Length (Tip to Tip)
5-1/2" - Shank Length (Without Nipple)
4-1/8" - Thread Length
5-1/4" - Pass Through Length
You can use pass through shanks for beer entry through the back side of a cooler. Drill a 1" hole through the cooler, insert the shank, and use the two attached nuts to tighten up on the cooler. You will need nuts and nipples of the size line you are working with as well as hose clamps. We do not use pass through shanks in our boxes because we drill a hole that is same size as the line so we can pull it back in when we are traveling. However there might be instances where they would be appropriate. Pass through shanks can also be used to put through the side of a refrigerator to pass a gas line through.
Installation Note: On a fridge there are generally no coolant lines running through the door but please check to see there are no lines connecting the door and the rest of the refrigerator. To test for coolant lines on a freezer start with a warm freezer then plug the unit in with the lid open. You should be able to see the lines form condensation on the inside of the freezer where there are lines running. Please still use caution when drilling.
This is a stainless steel shank with chrome plated brass hex nuts.
Dimensions:
3" - Shank Length
3" - Thread Length
1-7/8" - Pass Through Length
Max length with hex nuts at either end
Does not account for nuts/nipples you may install
Male Beer Thread (5/8" BSP)
Don’t shop around for separate components when you can get our faucet, shank, and knob combo all in one kit!
This kit includes our Stainless Faucet, Stainless 4" Shank with 1/4" nipple, and a Faucet knob, combined into one. Please note that the actual useable length of the shank will be about 3 5/8", due to the hex nut and tailpiece attached to it.
Chrome plated brass shank comes with a back nut, plastic collar, and a welded 3/16" nipple. This beer shank is a popular choice for building your own custom draft system. Typically installed in the door of a refrigerator or the wooden collar of a converted chest freezer.
The shank’s listed size refers to the total length of threaded pipe. Approximately 1-1/8” are needed to account for the thickness of the finishing collar on the front and the space for the locknut on the back. Please take this into account when sizing the shank for your project.
Installation Note: On a fridge there are generally no coolant lines running through the door but please check to see there are no lines connecting the door and the rest of the refrigerator. To test for coolant lines on a freezer start with a warm freezer then plug the unit in with the lid open. You should be able to see the lines form condensation on the inside of the freezer where there are lines running. Please still use caution when drilling.
Dimensions:
4-1/4" - Total Length (Tip to Tip)
3-1/2" - Shank Length (Without Nipple)
2-5/8" - Thread Length
2-3/8" - Pass Through Length
3/16'' - Bore
You can use pass through shanks for beer entry through the back side of a cooler. Drill a 1" hole through the cooler, insert the shank, and use the two attached nuts to tighten up on the cooler. You will need nuts and nipples of the size line you are working with as well as hose clamps. We do not use pass through shanks in our boxes because we drill a hole that is same size as the line so we can pull it back in when we are traveling. However there might be instances where they would be appropriate. Pass through shanks can also be used to put through the side of a refrigerator to pass a gas line through
Installation Note: On a fridge there is generally no coolant lines running through the door but please check to see there are no lines connecting the door and the rest of the refrigerator. To test for coolant lines on a freezer start with a warm freezer then plug the unit in with the lid open. You should be able to see the lines form condensation on the inside of the freezer where there are lines running. Please still use caution when drilling.
This is a stainless steel shank with chrome plated brass hex nuts.
Dimensions:
4" - Shank Length
4" - Thread Length
2-3/4" - Pass Through Length
Max length with hex nuts at either end
Does not account for nuts/nipples you may install
Male Beer Thread (5/8" BSP)
Replacement O-ring for beer faucet tower shanks D1239 and D1242.
This O-ring sits underneath the coupling nut of the shank, behind the teeth where the shank connect to the faucet.
KegLand Part Number: KL88067
