Advanced Modular Control System: Designed for homebrewers and microbreweries, the Brewtools FCS brings industrial-level precision with features like temperature, pressure, and gravity monitoring for ultimate brewing control.
Comprehensive Starter Kit: Includes essential components such as FCS Display and I/O Modules, temperature and pressure sensors, and all necessary cables and adapters to start customizing your fluid control setup.
Automated Fermentation Profiles: Automate cooling, heating, and pressure management with software-driven profiles, simplifying complex processes while ensuring consistency in your brews.
Expandable & Customizable: Add solenoids, pumps, airlocks, and adapters to fit your specific brewing needs, compatible with both Brewtools and non-Brewtools tanks.
Constant Monitoring & Alerts: Early warning notifications for equipment issues like solenoid valves or heating elements ensure smooth operation and protect your brewing investment.
This version of the FCS Kit includes the Density/Temp Sensor which replaces the temperature-only sensor in the basic FCS Starter Kit.
FCS is a modular control system designed, developed and manufactured by Brewtools in Norway.
The vision behind the system is to take industrial technology and make that available for microbreweries and homebrewers. Using the latest electronic component technology and clever software engineering, Brewtools is able to make features that used to be very expensive and complicated available for everyone.
The system can measure temperature, pressure, density/gravity*, level* and power consumption and based on that — control cooling, heating, pressure/CO2 in, pressure/CO2 out, agitation*, automatic hop additions* under pressure and more! Fermentation profiles will automate the whole process and give you ultimate control of your fermentation process. (*Not available at first launch.)
The system will also constantly monitor the process and notify you if something isn't right. For example, the system will measure the current draw of solenoid valves and heating elements, and will notify you if these components aren't working as they should.
Please Note: The software is currently in a state of early adopter beta, and should not be used for critical production. Brewtools will continue to develop software and new sensors/actuators based on customer feedback and requests. If you cannot find a sensor or actuator that fits your setup, please reach out to us and let us know.
Note that we do not take responsibility for any lost/destroyed beer or raw materials.
Brewtools FCS Starter Kit
The Brewtools FCS Starter Kit includes all the essential parts to get you started setting up your own custom-designed Fluid Control System.
FCS Display Module and FCS I/O Module with power supply
1 density/temp sensor (TC 1.5")
1 pressure sensor with gas out solenoid
All cables and adapters needed (3m length)
The kit does not include a valve/pump for cooling as these are tank dependent, and you may already have a solenoid for your existing glycol loop.
For non-Brewtools tanks, you also may need an adapter and/or tee to connect the spunding valve/pressure sensor assembly.
Accessories
To complete your FCS kit setup, some accessories are needed.
A solenoid for cooling (Ø4.5mm - 34mm or 1.5") with 2-pin LP12 cable and DIN43650 Type A adapter or a submersible pump (comes with cable).
A ball clamp and a connecting rod.
An airlock for the pressure out solenoid valve is recommended. For smaller tanks we recommend our polycarbonate airlock. For larger tanks (300L+) you should use a TC34mm to 12mm barb and a 10x16mm silicone tube or equivalent.
Tri-Clamps and gaskets. Based on your tank and setup, you may need some extra tri-clamps or gaskets.
For MiniUni+, you need to replace the Mini Spunding valve with an M24 to Tri Clamp adapter and a 90 degree TC34mm elbow to fit your spunding assembly (if you want to use our TC air lock. No need for elbow if you use tubing as airlock). Remember clamps/gaskets.
If you don't have a Brewtools Unitank, we recommend getting a TC 1.5" to 34mm adapter for the spunding setup. You will also need a 34mm Tri-Clamp and 34mm gasket. Tees and crosses are also available in multiple sizes to give you more ports.
Setting Up the FCS for Your Tank
Mounting
To mount to your tank a ball clamp and a connecting rod are very useful. This will work with most any size or style tank.
Solenoid Valve & Related Connection Hardware for Cooling
For Brewtools tanks that use 34mm connection you will need a Ø4.5mm - 34mm solenoid valve. For BrewBuilt, Spike, Ss BrewTech, or Commercial tanks you will need a TC 1.5" to 34mm adapter and 1.5" TC Solenoid Valve. Either way, you will need a 2-pin LP12 cable and DIN43650 Type A adapter to connect the solenoid valve to the Brewtools FCS I/O Module.
Would You Like a Visible Air Lock on the Spunding Valve?
The Brewtools pressure relief solenoid spunding valve releases CO2 at the set point you choose on your controller. To visually see the CO2 release, adding on an airlock for the pressure out solenoid valve is a nice option. For tanks under 300L, we recommend the 34mm polycarbonate airlock that connects to the Brewtools Solenoid Valve. For tanks larger than 300L, you should use a blowoff. For blowoffs, use a TC34mm to 12mm barb and a 10x16mm silicone tube or equivalent ran into a bucket of water. You will also need a 34mm Tri-Clamp and 34mm gasket. Tees and crosses are also available in multiple sizes to give you more ports.
For the MiniUni+
For MiniUni+, you need to replace the Mini Spunding Valve with an M24 to TC adapter and a 90-degree 34mm TC elbow to fit your spunding assembly (if you want to use the TC air lock. No need for elbow if you use tubing for a blowoff). You will need the clamps/gaskets to make the connection.
Starter Kit Included Parts:
FCS Display Module, 5"
FCS I/O Module 2x RTD, 5x CAN, 4x Relay
Power Supply, 24V 40W, LP12 2-pin
Pressure Sensor, CAN BUS 24V, M12
Solenoid valve, TC34mm + M12, DC24V Ø2.0
Density/Temp Sensor, TC 1.5", CAN BUS 24V
Cable, LP12 6-pin, 3m
Cable, LP12 5-pin, 3m (2 pcs)
Cable, LP12 2-pin, 3m
Adapter, LP12 2-pin to DIN 43650 Type B
Recommended Separate Parts:
Solenoid valve for cooling with adapters/cables or submersible pump
Ball Mount connector and pipe clamp etc.
Airlock (Top mounted or barb with silicone tube)
Adapters and fittings to fit your tank
Brewtools Product Number: 7713792
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