Lifting Gear for Carboys

May 16, 2006 22 Replies

Two Bob,

The easiest and cheapest solution I've found is the automatic siphon, which allows you to siphon off half of your 23 l carboy on the floor, so that the maximum you have to lift is half a 23 l carboy.

You can find this device at

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Regards,

Gary

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1) I really really like these Auto Syphons. However, I have not used them in the manner indicated. 2) I am really surprised at the comments on the site suggested. Yes 3/8" id hose is too large for the smaller. However, the recommended 1/2" id hose is similarly too large for the large one. Use 5/16" id for the small, and 7/16" id for the large. BTW, it gives this info on the packaging.

Steve

This morning Canadian Tires advertises a 1 Ton Chain hoist for $89.99 CAD. In USD the price is even lower. A hoist is not suited for everyone. However if you're working in your basement where you can install a ceiling track it can provide with greater mobility. The other alternative I am looking at is the Premium Utility Lift used to rise up Motor Bike and ATV at $119.99 CAD

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