{"product_id":"speidel-variable-volume-tank-laser-welded-stainless-steel-220l-return-1","title":"Speidel Variable Volume Tank | Laser-Welded | Stainless Steel  | 220L - Return","description":"\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e Variable capacity tank well-suited for fermentation, wine aging, kombucha, pickling, and other applications\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Floating lid can be positioned as needed to match the volume of the liquid you're working with\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Proprietary rubber lid gasket allows for a superior seal compared to traditional gaskets, providing better protection for your wine\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Made from 304 stainless steel with ultra-high-quality laser welds\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e 2R rated interior finish resists residue build-up and is easy to clean\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Air pump with pressure gauge, airlock, and ball valve included\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Made in Germany by Speidel\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e We are proud to offer our small Variable Volume Tanks from Speidel - a German manufacturer of premium quality stainless steel tanks for the wine industry. The tank body is fabricated from 304-type stainless steel, while the floating lid is made from 316-type stainless and has an inflatable bladder that pumps up to seal the wine off at any volume level. They can be used for primary fermentation as well as aging.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e Built in Germany by Speidel, the world-class traditions of German engineering and craftsmanship are reflected in these tanks. And, after examining tanks built by every major manufacturer worldwide, we can safely say that when it comes to features, quality and price, these tanks represent the very best value available in stainless steel wine storage.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e These tanks arrive to you complete and ready to go out of the box after a little assembly. The tanks are fitted with 1\/2 inch threaded ports to accomodate the included 1\/2 inch stainless steel ball valve and 1\/2 inch stainless plug. The plugged port is intended for use with an optional thermometer (MT514). Also compatible with shielded thermowell for digital temperature controller probes (FE62).\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSpeidel Quality Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eRubber Lid Gaskets:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rubber gaskets are much thicker than the traditional clear vinyl gaskets, which along with their extruded manufacturing process provide a much better seal with the tanks wall. They're seamless and more oxygen resistant than the clear gaskets. That means better protection for your wines!\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWeld Quality\u003c\/strong\u003e - Speidel's robotic-arm laser welders create flawless stainless to stainless junctions that look and feel more like a taped fabric seam than a traditional weld. Ultra high-quality welds leave no chance for residual product to harbor spoilage organisms.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eInterior Finish\u003c\/strong\u003e - Speidel tanks feature an ultra-smooth 2R rated interior surface which effectively resists the build-up of tartarate residues. Clean your tanks with cold water after cold stabilization! Say goodbye to harsh cleaning chemicals and expensive CIP systems!\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWarranty\u003c\/strong\u003e - Speidel-Behaelter, GmbH backs up each and every tank with an industry-leading 25 year warranty against defects in materials or workmanship. And, as a 5th generation manufacturer, you can be confident they'll be around to honor that warranty should the need arise.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTank Dimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e - 550mm D x 999mm H (21.6\" D x 39.3\" H)\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Over tightening the airlock \/ orange bulk head can cause it to crack. Only thread the airlock down until it feels snug. 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