Shellshock's DIY inflator / deflator

Yes!

I was thinking that when I tossed in my last keg. And, was seriously thinking that either I had already swapped them or questioning why I didn't yet.

 

I've given up on the premade 6' sections ever arriving here. Should I get 1/4" or 3/8" ID for the donor hose? I like the idea that the 1/4" would be more compact. Anything else to consider?

 

Hmmm.... I wonder.... Its relieving and adjustable, but how easy is it to adjust is the question.

https://www.mcmaster.com/41685K11/

 

Damn it I'm in. Never know when being able to wire clamp hoses will come in handy during the apocalypse.

 

I'm going with this one for flexibility and being more compact. Also, it looks like there are more 1/4” barbed fittings at my favorite local hardware store.

 

I still have 32 feet of hose left so I’m going to order parts and make a couple more of these for anyone that wants one.

This is built using the best of the best components I’ve been using personally for 2+ years.
Flexzilla hoses - stay flexible well below 0 degrees. I’ve tested multiple times. They also dont kink or tangle or have memory. I grab the bundle by the T and let it fall to the ground. Instantly ready to go.
Flexzilla pro connectors - Field reparable. If a hose is damaged, cut off a section, remove connector, install on new section of hose
Haltec chucks - grip the valve stem on 3 sides. Very secure and dont cause damage to the valve stem.

$100 shipped

If there’s a lot of interest in prebuilt kits, I can look further into bulk sourcing components.

Adding the regulator is around $40. I want to do some more testing with it first though.

This entire setup would be <$150, which is $30-50 less than other things on the market, all while using better quality components and is field reparable in the unlikely event something does break.



Flexzilla pro videos

 

It's contagious!

 

Field repairable! Bring baling wire and a ClampTite!!

 

Definitely 1/4in. We don't have the flow rate for 3/8. Also, 1/4in is more common if you need something.

 

Get a bigger compressor

 

One of these is definitely taking up residence in the truck. I’ve been meaning to put some wire in there anyway.

the flexzilla connectors are nice too. Definitely worth it IMO

 

I just ditched the high flow thingy. Tanks do warp perception.

 

Will there be a way to set it up to deflate to desired psi as well as inflate?

 

I think I’ve got a good solution figured out. Waiting on Amazon so i can test.

 

Nice, looking forward to the update.

 

I'm getting closer. One more hose end is being delivered tomorrow and I need to pick up a barbed tee at the hardware store.

 

Very nice

 

Oh yeah!

Just wait. Those chucks are a treat.

 

I hope they are the correct ones. They are the

$38 H-5265 Standard Bore Grip Lock On Air Chuck 0-300 psi 1/4" NPT

H-5265, which should be closed. I've never seen chucks like these before.

 

Yes!

Those are the ones that @Shellshock linked and I bought.

Serious treat. I. Am. Not. Kidding!