FermZilla – 55L – Conical Fermenter Starter Kit with handle (Gen3)

FermZilla 55L Tri-Conical Starter Kit
Generation 3.0

Introducing the Gen3 FermZilla Tr-Conical. Now with 3 Inch Tri-Clover ferrule molded into the tank and redesigned tri-clover dump valve. This unit was born from customer feedback we received on the Gen2 Model. No more complicated dump valve designs here, just simplicity. Brew with confidence on the new Tri-Clover FermZilla Range.

The new FermZilla is a revolution in home brewing allowing home brewers and small micro-breweries a level of control that meets everyone’s budget.  With the FermZilla you have many of the benefits of a much more expensive stainless conical fermenter but with the additional benefit of being able to see the fermentation process in action and also ferment at pressures up to 2.4bar.
This is an incredible product at an extremely attractive price point in all the different sizes and models.

The FermZilla 55L Tri-Conical can be used in the following ways:
KL25904 ~ Basic Gravity Fermenter – New Brewers
KB07225 ~ Pressure Brewing Kit – Most Popular
KB07273 ~ Hop Bong Pressure Kit – For Intermediate Brewers
KB07321 ~ Glycol Twister Pressure Brewing Kit – Glycol Obsessed*(We recommend fermentation fridges/chambers over glycol chilled)

If you want to fit a thermowell to the lid of this fermenter then you should really check out the Gen3 60cm Stainless Thermowell Kit that includes the bulkhead fitting so you can mount this into the lid of this Fermenter.
That way you can take a core reading and control your ferment with a RAPT Fermentation Controller or the MKII Temperature Controller.

What’s new the difference between Gen2 and Gen3?
1. Molded 3 inch tri clover ferrule in the body of the FermZilla tank
2. 3 inch to 2 inch tri clover Butterfly Valve
3. 2 inch tri clover compatible Collection Container

Is it easier to clean / take apart than the Gen2?
YES, It is by far the easiest Conical PET fermenter to disassemble and clean into all the nooks and crannies. Simply release all pressure inside the vessel and detatch the tri clover clamps.

What does the starter kit come with?
1 x 55L Conical FermZilla Tri-Conical Base Kit (unassembled)
1 x 55L Gen3 Tri-Conical Tank with metal neck ring
1 x Standard Top Lid, with Red PRV (35psi) [2 x Male PCO1881 Cap Threads] [Up to 4 drill ports for accessories] 1 x Collar Lid Ring
1 x Grommet PCO1881 Black Cap + 1 x Blank PCO1881 Black Cap for lid
1 x Premium 3 Piece Airlock
1 x 3 inch tri clover to 2 inch tri clover Butterfly Valve
1 x 1000mL Collection Container & Lid* [2 x Male Cap Threads] 2 x Blank PCO1881 Black Cap
1 x Brewbuilt Flex Container lid with 2 inch tri-clover ferrule.
1 x 3 piece ~ 3 inch tri clover clamp [+ 1 x 3″ Beaded Silicone Seal] 1 x 2 piece ~ 2 inch tri clover clamp [+ 1 x 2″ Beaded Silicone Seal] 1 x Stainless Stand with swing handles
1 x Stainless Steel Handle Assembly
1 x Strip Stick On Thermometer
1 x Level indicator sticker (Litres and Gallons)
1 x Spare Lid O-Ring
1 x Spare Collection Container O-Ring

Instructions:
To download the instruction sheet for this product click on the link below:
FermZilla 55L – Tri-Conical PDF Instruction Manual

Dimensions:

To download the dimensioned drawings for this product click on the link below:
FermZilla 55L Tri-Conical Dimensioned Drawing

Warnings:
Please read the instructions thoroughly before use. The current version can be found in the ‘instructions‘ tab above. We will not be held liable for misuse or mishandling of the unit contrary to the instructions.
Keeping the units out of direct sunlight is a must for all PET fermenters. Sunlight degrades PET.
Do not expose to temperatures exceeding 35°C and pressure ferment past 5psi at these temperatures.

Please note:
When using this vessel under pressure. You must perform a water pressure check to ensure your connections are leak proof before you fill the fermenter every time. To do this. Fill your FermZilla up with some water, then apply a minimum of 15psi pressure to the vessel. Check for leaks around all Cap / Threads by tipping it upside down, in all directions where there are risks of leakage.

Occasionally these units may come with some small indentations/dimples/dents from shipping, this is just a reality of shipping large blow-moulded thin-walled vessels. But don’t panic, these fermenters are designed to endure minor deformations such as this. This was a necessary implementation into the design so that they can withstand some accidental suction from cold crashing and rough handling in transit without compromising their integrity and ability to endure high pressures. All small dents will push out and settle with use and positive pressure and are only an issue and warrant replacement in the rare event they start to show white stress patterns or have damaged the plastic.