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and SimpleFlo™ valves -
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18.9 L (5 Gal) |
22.7 L (6
Gal) | Introduction
Better
than glass and not simply plastic; BetterBottle carboys are special
- •Light weight and safe to
handle •Crystal clear and colorless •Negligible
oxygen permeability •No taste or odor •Exceptional
stain resistance •Smooth, non-porous, non-absorbing,
hydrophobic surfaces do not carry over flavors (flavor scalping)
and wash easily •Superior tolerance to cleaning and sanitizing
agents.
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Specialized PET -
BetterBottle carboys are made with specialized, scientifically tested
polyethylene terephthalate (PET) resin, which does not have the
disadvantages that make other plastics unacceptable for fermenting wine or
beer. The specialized PET is made with virgin materials containing
no bis-phenol-A (BPA) or plasticizers (DEHP etc.). This is important,
because PET made from recycled materials may contain traces of such
endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs) and is not as durable. BetterBottle
PET meets FDA requirements with a Kosher statement. For more information
about BetterBottle materials, cleaning/sanitizing, permeability, and
purity refer to the Technical tab at the
top of this page.
Specialized Manufacturing - Making a BetterBottle carboy requires more than the
specialized, virgin PET resin. The manufacturing equipment and
methods must also be specially optimized in order to achieve durability
and low permeability. The molecules of PET must be stretched and tightly
packed and it is necessary to achieve a delicate blend of microscopically
small crystaline and amorphous regions.1 BetterBottle carboys are made for use in
scientific and medical laboratory applications and as fermenters for home
winemaking and brewing. They can be, and are, widely used for potable
water; however, they are made to higher standards than carboys intended
primarily as containers for potable water. For more on why all PET carboys
are not equal, refer to the FAQ tab at the top
of this page and view the BB vs. Plastic
section).
Designed for Ruggedness and Convenience -
Unlike glass carboys, BetterBottle carboys
are essentially unbreakable, extremely light weight (about 1.5 lbs
[~0.68 Kg]), a pleasure to handle, inexpensive to ship, and easily stored.
Strategically placed, carefully designed, and externally textured ribs
make BetterBottle carboys easy to grip when full, much stronger, and far
more dent and scuff resistant than they would otherwise be. The smooth
inside walls of the ribs do not trap sediments or in any way interfere
with washing and sanitizing. Concave, punt-style bottoms facilitate
racking and also contribute greatly to the strength of the carboys and
ease of handling. Precision molded necks are: 1) Wide, so filling is
convenient; 2) Uniform, so a variety of closures fit consistently; and 3)
Extra strong, so handles can be attached and used with confidence.
BetterBottle carboys are available either plain or ported. The ported
versions are used with BetterBottle Racking Adapters and quick-disconnect
SimpleFlo™ valves, which eliminate the need for siphons and make
oxygen-free racking simple. For additional important information
relating to the design, use, and handling of BetterBottle carboys check
out the How-To Tips tab at the left side of this page and the Technical tab at the
top of this page.
Graduation Marks - BetterBottle carboys are not graduated, because graduations
on containers that are wide (relative to their height) and somewhat
elastic cannot be read with sufficient accuracy to be consistent with
science or careful winemaking and brewing. Small addition volumes should
be measured using volumetric ware and large addition volumes can be
measured far more accurately using a good-quality parcel scale, which can
be easily calibrated using the density of water. For information relating
to density and volume conversion factors refer to the Units of
Measure - Volume/Weight section under the Technical tab at the
top of this page.
1 Liu, R Y F. et al. Crystallinity and Oxygen Transport Properties of PET
Bottle Walls. J. Applied Polymer Science. 2004 Vol. 94, 671-677
(Accessed 05/15/10)
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Ported
Carboy fitted with Racking
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More Information -
Use the popup menu associated with the Carboys tab at the
left side of this page for random access to specific information about
each of the sizes of BetterBottle carboys or simply scroll down the
page.
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3 Gallon Carboy - New,
Improved Shape and Heavier Wall for Optimum Performance
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3 Gallon Ported Shown with Racking Adapter & SimpleFlo
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3 Gallon
Plain
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Overall - 19 cm (7.5") square 49.1 cm
(19 1/3") high Neck - ID 45 mm
(1.77") / OD 55 mm crown Volume
- Nominal 3 US Gallons (11.4 liters) [ filled to bottom of neck
~11.6 liters] Weight - ~0.68 Kg
(~1.5 lbs) empty and ~12.1 Kg (~26.6 lbs) filled Pressure/Vacuum Limits - 0.14 bar (2 psi) and
-0.05 bar (-0.75 psi) at 25° C (77° F) Temperature Limits - -30°C to 60°C (-22°F to
140°F) Chemical
Resistance - In general, avoid very strong caustics, especially
KOH and NaOH (lye), and concentrated aliphatic ketones (e.g.,essence
oils). | Materials - For materials
specifications, including chemical resistance, use the Technical tab
above.
Cleaning / Sanitizing -
Read the Wash/Sanitize section, under
the Technical
tab at the top of this page, for very important
information.
Special Features -
An extra heavy wall with specially
engineered angles to give strength without trapping sediments makes this
carboy unique among compact carboys. The 3 gallon capacity yields fifteen
750 ml bottles of wine and is ideal for: Ice wine kits, Making good use of
the unpredictable volumes of juice, Refrigerating (the square shape makes
efficient use of space), etc.
Part
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3 Gallon Plain -
BB-G3(PLAIN) 3 Gallon Ported
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BB-G3(PORT) | Packaging / Shipping:
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Harmonized System Code -
3923.30.90.32
Boxed as a twin
pack (two carboys per box) - 39.4 x 19.7 x 50.8 cm (2 Kg) or 15.5 x 7.75 x 20
inches (4.5 lbs). The carboys are individually bagged within each
box. The UPS/FedEx Air dimensional equivalent weight for a twin-pack
box is 6 Kg, or 13 lbs, so additional items weighing as much as 8
3/4" lbs can be added around the necks of the bottles without
increasing the cost of shipping. The cost of shipping two or three
twin-pack boxes to a single destination, using a ground parcel
service, can be reduced by strapping them together. As a rule, a
double will ship for 40% less than two individual boxes and a triple
will ship for 30% less than three individual boxes. Strapping a
larger number of twin-packs together typically results in diminished
savings, or even increased cost; therefore, when shipping more than
three boxes, ship doubles and any odd box as a triple.
Boxed in 18-pack box - 58.4
x 58.4 x 95.3 cm (14.5 Kg) or 23 x 23 x 37.5 inches (32 lbs). This
box falls just below the lower limit of 130 (girth + height in
inches) for a UPS "Oversize Box". The carboys are individually
bagged within each box. This form of packaging is intended for bulk
shipments of carboys that will be sold over the counter, used
locally, or repackaged.
18-pack boxes on
optiledge pallet - The two 0.45 Kg (1 lb) pallet ledges,
which make up the pallet, can be nested for compact storage and
reused or returned for credit.
156 carboys in eight 18-pack boxes and 6 twin-pack
boxes (overhead, roller-door trucks):
116 x 116 x 228 cm (130 Kg) or 46 x 46 x 89.75 inches (290
lbs).
180 carboys in ten
18-pack boxes (barn-door trucks): 116
x 116 x 257.cm (150 Kg) or 46 x 46 x 101 inches (330
lbs).
Twin-pack boxes on optiledge pallet
- The four 0.45 Kg (1 lb) pallet ledges, which make up a
pallet, can be nested for compact storage and reused or returned for
credit.
156 carboys in 78
twin-pack boxes (overhead, roller-door trucks): 120 x 121.3 x 241 cm (170 Kg) or 47.25 x 47.75 x 94.75
inches (375 lbs).
180 carboys
in 90 twin-pack boxes (barn-door trucks): 120 x 121.3 x 263 cm (185 Kg) or 47.25 x 47.75 x 103
inches (410 lbs).
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5 Gallon Carboy
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5 Gallon Ported Shown with Racking Adapter & SimpleFlo
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5 Gallon
Plain |
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Overall - 27.0 cm (10 5/8") diameter
by 49.1 cm (19 1/3") high Neck -
ID 45 mm (1.77") / OD 55 mm crown Volume - Nominal 5 US Gallons (18.9 liters)
[filled to bottom of neck ~19.4 liters] Weight - ~0.68 Kg (~1.5 lbs) empty and ~19.7 Kg
(~43.5 lbs) filled Pressure/Vacuum
Limits - 1 bar (14.5 psi) and -0.05 bar (-0.75 psi) at 25° C
(77° F) Temperature Limits -
-30°C to 60°C (-22°F to 140°F) Chemical Resistance - In general, avoid very
strong caustics, especially KOH and NaOH (lye), and concentrated
aliphatic ketones (e.g., essence
oils). | Materials -
For materials specifications, including
chemical resistance, use the Technical tab
above.
Cleaning / Sanitizing -
Read the Wash/Sanitize section, under
the Technical
tab at the top of this page, for very important
information.
Special Features -
This 5 gallon carboy is a mainstay of home
winemaking and brewing. Full of wine or beer, the carboy weighs an easily
manageable 19 Kg (42 pounds).
Part
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5 Gallon Plain - BB-G5(PLAIN) 5
Gallon Ported -
BB-G5(PORT)
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Harmonized System Code -
3923.30.90.32
Boxed individually
- 29.8 x 29.8 x 50.8 cm (1.4 Kg) or 11.75 x 11.75 x 20 inches (3
lbs). The carboys are individually bagged within each box. The
UPS/FedEx Air dimensional equivalent weight is 6 Kg, or 14 lbs, so
additional items weighing as much as 11 lbs can be added around the
neck of a carboy without increasing the cost of shipping. Strapping
four boxes together can reduce the cost of shipping by ground parcel
service about 17%, compared with the cost of shipping the boxes
separately. All other bundled combinations are likely to cost more
to ship than the individual boxes.
Boxed in 8-pack box - 58.4 x 58.4 x 95.3 cm (7.3
Kg) or 23 x 23 x 37.5 inches (16 lbs). This box falls just below the
lower limit of 130 (girth + height in inches) for a UPS "Oversize
Box". The carboys are individually bagged within each box. This form
of packaging is intended for bulk shipments of carboys that will be
sold over the counter, used locally, or
repackaged.
8-pack boxes on optiledge pallet
- The two 0.45 Kg (1 lb) pallet ledges, which make up the
pallet, can be nested for compact storage and reused or returned for
credit.
72 carboys in eight
8-pack boxes and 8 single-pack boxes (overhead, roller-door
trucks): 116 x 116 x 229 cm (74 Kg) or
46 x 46 x 90 inches (162 lbs).
80 carboys in ten 8-pack boxes (barn-door
trucks): 116 x 116 x 257 cm (77 Kg) or
46 x 46 x 101 inches (170 lbs).
Single-pack boxes on optiledge
pallet - The four 0.45 Kg (1 lb)
pallet ledges, which make up a pallet, can be nested for compact
storage and reused or returned for credit.
72 carboys in single-pack boxes (overhead,
roller-door trucks): 119 x 120.5 x 241
cm (102 Kg) or 47 x 47.5 x 95 inches (225 lbs).
80 carboys in single-pack boxes (barn-door
trucks): 119 x 120.5 x 263 cm (114 Kg)
or 47 x 47.5 x 103 inches (250 lbs).
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6 Gallon Carboy
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6 Gallon Ported Shown with Racking Adapter & SimpleFlo
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6 Gallon
Plain |
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Overall - 28.9 cm (11 3/8") diameter
by 49.1 cm (19 1/3") high Neck -
ID 45 mm (1.77") / OD 55 mm crown Volume - Nominal 6 US Gallons (22.7 liters) / 5
UK Gallons (22.7 liters) [filled to bottom of neck ~ 22.8 liters].
For more information
about the difference between the US and UK gallon, use the
Units of
Measure section under the
Technical tab above. Weight
- ~0.68 Kg (~1.5 lbs) empty and 23.4 Kg (~50 lbs)
filled Pressure/Vacuum Limits -
1 bar (14.5 psi) and -0.05 bar (-0.75 psi) at 25° C (77°
F) Temperature Limits - -30°C to
60°C (-22°F to 140°F) Chemical
Resistance - In general, avoid very strong caustics, especially
KOH and NaOH (lye), and concentrated aliphatic ketones (e.g.,
essence oils). | Materials - For materials
specifications, including chemical resistance, use the Technical tab
above.
Cleaning / Sanitizing -
Read the Wash/Sanitize section, under
the Technical tab at the top of this page, for very
important information.
Special Features - The 6
gallon size is the perfect size for full-size wine kits and is widely
favored for brewing beer.
Part
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6 Gallon Plain - BB-G6(PLAIN) 6
Gallon Ported -
BB-G6(PORT)
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Harmonized System Code -
3923.30.90.32
Boxed individually
- 29.8 x 29.8 x 50.8 cm (1.4 Kg) or 11.75 x 11.75 x 20 inches (3
lbs). The carboys are individually bagged within each box. The
UPS/FedEx Air dimensional equivalent weight is 6 Kg, or 14 lbs, so
additional items weighing as much as 11 lbs can be added around the
neck of a carboy without increasing the cost of shipping. Strapping
four boxes together can reduce the cost of shipping by ground parcel
service about 17%, compared with the cost of shipping the boxes
separately. All other bundled combinations are likely to cost more
to ship than the individual boxes.
Boxed in 8-pack box - 58.4 x 58.4 x 95.3 cm (6.8
Kg) or 23 x 23 x 37.5 inches (15 lbs). This box falls just below the
lower limit of 130 (girth + height in inches) for a UPS "Oversize
Box". The carboys are individually bagged within each box. This form
of packaging is intended for bulk shipments of carboys that will be
sold over the counter, used locally, or
repackaged.
8-pack boxes on optiledge pallet
- The two 0.45 Kg (1 lb) pallet ledges, which make up
the pallet, can be nested for compact storage and reused or returned
for credit.
72 carboys in eight 8-pack
boxes and 8 single-pack boxes (overhead, roller-door
trucks): 116 x 116 x 229 cm (68 Kg) or
46 x 46 x 90 inches (150 lbs).
80 carboys in ten 8-pack boxes (barn-door
trucks): 116 x 116 x 257 cm (73 Kg) or
46 x 46 x 101 inches (160 lbs).
Single-pack boxes on optiledge
pallet - The four 0.45 Kg (1 lb)
pallet ledges, which make up a pallet, can be nested for compact
storage and reused or returned for credit.
72 carboys in single-pack boxes (overhead,
roller-door trucks): 119 x 120.5 x 241
cm (102 Kg) or 47 x 47.5 x 95 inches (225 lbs).
80 carboys in single-pack boxes (barn-door
trucks): 119 x 120.5 x 263 cm (114 Kg)
or 47 x 47.5 x 103 inches (250 lbs).
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