The conical fermenter is a vessel designed to produce high-quality craft beer. Often referred to as an “Unitank” by brewers, the conical fermenter can be used for fermentation, maturation and sedimentation. With a special fitting, it can even serve as a brite tank for beer carbonation.
What makes this beer fermentation tank special is its tall conical bottom. Thanks to its funnel shape, it separates and collects sediment. After the primary fermentation you can simply discharge the unwanted sediment, leaving the beer inside the tank.
There are many benefits to using the conical fermenter, for example you don’t have to transfer to another tank between primary and secondary fermentation and risk oxidation. More importantly, you don’t need to have another tank wasting precious space. It also allows you to easily collect and reuse yeast, saving lots of money in the long run.
A large, dimpled jacket on the coat and a plate on the conical bottom make sure the temperature inside the conical fermenter is always optimal. Thanks to the vertical construction of the cooling jacket, the stored liquids will be efficiently chilled even if the tank is not full to the brim.
Durable, high-quality materials enable the beer fermentation tank to stay in pristine condition, even after years of professional usage.
The conical fermenter is made out of AISI 304 quality stainless steel. An upgrade to AISI 316L stainless steel is available for high-corrosion environments.
A high-polish, mirrored finish is applied to the outside of the conical fermenter. Marbled, Matte and Scotch Brite finishes are also available upon request. The inside is BA (IIId) Mirror polished.
The beer fermentation tank is equipped with a tall, centered conical bottom (30°/45°/60°). It makes sediment separation easy and removes the need for another vessel.
A rounded, torispherical top is standard for the conical fermenter. It is specially shaped to handle work under high pressures and compliant with the DIN 28011 norm.
The conical fermenter has a large, funnel-shaped bottom that separates and collects sediment. It removes the need of a second tank and enables two-step fermentation in a single vessel.
A dimple jacket is a thin, spotted shell that regulates tank temperatures with the help of a cooling/heating medium such as glycol. They are made of light-weight materials and spot-welded for minimal additional weight.
The tank is wrapped with a thick layer of polyurethane foam which provides great thermal insulation. The PU foam is resistant to moisture and water, making it perfect for stainless steel tanks.
No more scrubbing - cleaning the conical fermenter is automatic thanks to the CIP pipe and spray ball. The BA (IIId) inside finish prevents sediment build-up.
The tank is designed, manufactured, inspected and tested to safely perform at high pressure levels. Our CE PED certificate ensures maximum quality and safe use.
| Type | Capacity (L) | Capacity (US gal) | Total Volume (L) | Total Volume (US gal) | Diameter (mm) | Total Height (mm) | Shell Height (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ZB500A9 | 500 | 132 | 670 | 147 | 800 | 2350 | 1000 |
| ZB1000A11 | 1000 | 264 | 1350 | 297 | 957 | 3057 | 1500 |
| ZB1500A12 | 1500 | 396 | 1940 | 427 | 1116 | 3100 | 1500 |
| ZB2000A14 | 2000 | 528 | 2620 | 576 | 1275 | 3330 | 1500 |
| ZB3000A15 | 3000 | 793 | 4000 | 880 | 1400 | 3963 | 2000 |
| ZB4000A17 | 4000 | 1057 | 5300 | 1166 | 1600 | 4304 | 2000 |
| ZB5000A19 | 5000 | 1321 | 6650 | 1463 | 1750 | 4430 | 2000 |
| ZB6000A19 | 6000 | 1585 | 7846 | 1726 | 1750 | 4930 | 2500 |
| ZB8000A20 | 8000 | 2114 | 10250 | 2255 | 1911 | 5225 | 2750 |
| ZB10000A22 | 10000 | 2642 | 13100 | 2882 | 2071 | 5700 | 3000 |
| ZB12000A23 | 12000 | 3170 | 15000 | 3300 | 2200 | 5950 | 3000 |
| ZB16000A23 | 16000 | 4227 | 20650 | 4542 | 2200 | 7450 | 4500 |
Conical fermenters are vessels designed specifically for the fermentation of beer. They feature a tall, funnel-shaped bottom that collects sediment during the fermentation process. Conical fermenters are fitted with a cooling solution and an insulation layer. They’re constructed out of thicker materials and reinforced at the welds to handle the higher pressures required for brewing beer.
Unitank is a term used to describe a vessel that can handle two-step fermentation by itself. Conical fermenters are often referred to as unitanks because they don’t need to transfer the product between primary and secondary fermentations.
There are plenty of reasons to use a conical fermenter and its tall, funnel-shaped bottom. It separates and collects sediment. After the primary fermentation, you can easily discharge the unwanted sediment without transferring the beer to another tank.
Doing two-step fermentation in a single tank has multiple benefits. Firstly, you save space (and money) from using a single tank instead of two. More importantly, you don’t need to risk contamination and oxidation of your product by eliminating transferring entirely. Lastly, they allow you to easily collect and reuse your yeast.
Simply put, conical fermenters help you make better beer, simplify brewing, and save you money in the process.
No more scrubbing – cleaning the beer fermentation tank is a breeze thanks to the clean in place system. Letina stainless steel conical fermenters come equipped with sanitary CIP pipes and effective spray balls.
The highly-polished stainless steel interior prevents sediment build-up and makes it easy to keep your conical fermenter hygienic and stain-free.
You receive our quote and decide whether you want to change it. If you're satisfied, we move onto the design and engineering phase.
You give us inputs based on the drawings we send you. It is an iterative process and we only stop when you're 100% satisfied.
You sign the final version of the drawing and email it to us. We then schedule the tank for manufacture. You still have some time for making small changes.
Your final tank design enters the production line. It is assembled from high-grade stainless steel using advanced welding techniques.
Your tank is shipped out to you, including a manual and proper maintenance guide. We'll always be there for you to provide assistance.
