Insidebeer.com's Jockey Box 3 Lines Tapping Kit: A Comprehensive Product Description
As an owner of a jockey box, upgrading it with the Jockey Box 3 Lines Tapping Kit from Insidebeer.com can take your beer dispensing to the next level. This kit includes a range of components that allow you to safely and securely connect your jockey box to your kegs, upgrade or modify your current jockey box, and convert a regular cooler into a draft wine dispensing jockey box.
Components of the Kit
The Jockey Box 3 Lines Tapping Kit includes the following components:
Component Name | Quantity | Details |
---|---|---|
Primary CO2 Regulator | 1 | 60psi, TapRite |
Secondary Regulator | 1 | 3 Products, Plug-Barb TapRite |
Gauge Guard | 1 | for TapRite Regulator |
Keg Coupler | 3 | D Type, SS Probe, UBC |
Stepless Clamps | 15 | 17.0 |
Stepless Clamps | 4 | 15.7 |
Beer Washer | 6 | |
Swivel Hex Nut | 6 | |
Tail Piece | 6 | 3/8" Hose Barb for Beer Nut |
Thermoplastic Vinyl Hose | 2 | Red PVC Tubing - 14 feet, Clear PVC Tubing - 13 feet |
Product Features
The Jockey Box 3 Lines Tapping Kit is designed to dispense 3 products out of your kegs. However, note that you will need a secondary regulator if you pour different staples of beer that require different gas pressure.
The key features of this kit include:
- High-quality components from TapRite, a leading manufacturer of beverage dispensing equipment.
- Secondary regulator with the ability to dispense 3 products.
- UBC Keg Couplers with stainless steel probes for durability and reliability.
- Stepless clamps for secure connections without damaging tubing.
- Swivel hex nuts and tail pieces for easy connections to the jockey box.
- Thermoplastic vinyl hose for safe and hygienic beer dispensing.
Installation and Technical Specifications
Installing the Jockey Box 3 Lines Tapping Kit is straightforward with step-by-step instructions provided. Simply connect the components following the instructions and start dispensing beer.
Technical Specifications:
- Primary CO2 Regulator: 60psi
- Secondary Regulator: 3 Products
- Keg Coupler: D Type, SS Probe, UBC
- Stepless Clamps: 17.0 and 15.7
- Tail Piece: 3/8" Hose Barb for Beer Nut
- Thermoplastic Vinyl Hose: Red PVC Tubing - 14 feet, Clear PVC Tubing - 13 feet
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How does a Jockey Box work?
A Jockey Box uses ice and CO2 to chill and dispense beer. Beer from the keg is pushed through stainless steel coils or tubes that have been submerged in ice, which cools the beer down as it travels through. The CO2 is used to push the beer from the keg through the coils and out of the tap.
What is included in a Jockey Box 3 Lines Tapping Kit?
The Jockey Box 3 Lines Tapping Kit comes with everything you need to connect your jockey box to your kegs, except for the CO2 tank. The kit includes a primary CO2 regulator, a secondary regulator for three products, UBC keg couplers, stepless clamps, beer washers, swivel hex nuts, tail pieces, and thermoplastic vinyl hoses.
How many products can the Jockey Box 3 Lines Tapping Kit dispense?
The Jockey Box 3 Lines Tapping Kit is designed to dispense three products out of your kegs. However, you will need a secondary regulator if you plan on pouring different styles of beer that require different gas pressure.
Can I modify my existing Jockey Box with the 3 Lines Tapping Kit?
Yes, you can use the Jockey Box 3 Lines Tapping Kit to upgrade or modify your current Jockey Box. The kit comes with everything you need to connect your existing jockey box to your kegs.
How do I clean my Jockey Box?
To clean your Jockey Box, disconnect the keg couplers and rinse the lines with warm water. Then, run a solution of warm water and beer line cleaner through the lines for several minutes. Rinse the lines with warm water again and then sanitize them with a solution of warm water and sanitizer. Finally, rinse the lines with clean water and reconnect the keg couplers.
What type of CO2 tank do I need for the Jockey Box 3 Lines Tapping Kit?
The Jockey Box 3 Lines Tapping Kit does not come with a CO2 tank, so you will need to purchase one separately. You can use any size CO2 tank, but a 5-pound tank is the most common size for home use. Make sure to also purchase a CO2 regulator to control the pressure of the gas.