Tail Pieces Fittings & Connectors for Beer Line

All You Need to Know About Tailpieces for Your Draft Beer System

Insidebeer.com is your go-to supplier for all things beer, including draft beer and homebrew equipment, parts, and accessories. One of the most important components of your draft beer system is tailpieces. In this article, we'll provide you with all the information you need to know about tailpieces, how to use them, and where to buy them.

What is a Tailpiece?

Tailpieces are a type of beer line fitting that connects the beer shank or keg coupler to the beer line. They prevent the beer line from kinking and ensure a smooth flow of beer from the keg to the faucet. Tailpieces can be made of nickel-plated brass or stainless steel. However, stainless steel is preferable for homebrew systems due to its durability and resistance to corrosion.

Types of Tailpieces

Tailpieces come in various sizes depending on the inside diameter. Insidebeer.com offers a wide selection of tailpieces to fit your particular draft beer system setup. The following are the most common sizes:

• 3/8 inch hose barb for beer nut
• 5/16 inch hose barb for beer nut
• 3/16 inch hose barb for beer nut
• 1/4 inch hose barb for beer nut
• 1/2 inch hose barb for beer nut

How to Use Tailpieces

Attaching a tailpiece to a shank or keg coupler is a simple process. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to use a tailpiece:

1. Insert the tailpiece into the shank or keg coupler.
2. Insert the barbed end of the tailpiece into the beer tube or hose.
3. Secure the tailpiece with an appropriate-size clamp.

It's important to make sure the tailpiece is tightly secured to prevent any leaks or beer loss.

Where to Buy Tailpieces

Insidebeer.com offers a wide selection of tailpieces for your draft beer system. You can choose from a multitude of tailpieces that will fit your particular draft beer system setup. If you are looking for a particular hose plug, hose splicer, or stainless steel tailpiece and haven't found it on our website, please write to us at sales@insidebeer.com to inquire about availability. We have new arrivals every week and are always here to help.

Conclusion

Tailpieces are an essential component of your draft beer system. They ensure a smooth flow of beer from the keg to the faucet and prevent the beer line from kinking. Insidebeer.com offers a wide selection of tailpieces to fit your particular draft beer system setup. If you have any questions or need assistance in finding specific items, our team is always available to help.