Kegs for Distilling and Custom Keg Still Builds

Kegs for distilling offer a tough stainless steel starting point for building a keg still. At PhilBilly Moonshine, we modify stainless steel kegs with welded ferrules and fittings. This allows you to build the still configuration that works for your setup.

Need a simple heating element port? Want a larger opening, drain, or several connections? We can fabricate kegs for a variety of distilling projects. We also work with larger stainless steel barrels for customers building higher-capacity stills.

Welded Kegs Ready for Your Still Build

Turning a beer keg into a still boiler usually requires more than removing the spear. Electric stills need a place for the heating element. Other builds may require drains, additional ports, or larger openings.

We can weld stainless steel tri-clamp ferrules directly onto the keg. The location and size can depend on how you plan to use it.

This gives you a fabricated boiler that is ready for the next stage of your build. Add your heating element, column, controller, or other equipment based on your setup.

Kegs with Welded Heating Element Ferrules

Electric keg stills need a secure connection for the heating element. One common option is a welded stainless steel ferrule near the bottom of the keg.

A 2-inch tri-clamp ferrule provides a convenient connection for many electric heating element configurations. The ferrule is welded directly to the stainless steel keg rather than relying on an improvised connection.

We can also discuss other ferrule sizes and locations for custom projects.

Custom Keg Welding and Ferrule Installation

Not every keg still needs to be built the same way. That’s why we offer custom keg welding instead of limiting customers to one configuration.

Ferrules can be added for heating elements, drains, columns, thermometers, fill ports, or other equipment. Multiple fittings can also be installed when the project requires them.

Tell us what you’re building and what connections you need. We can help determine a practical layout for the vessel.

Inverted Kegs for Custom Distilling Projects

An inverted keg can provide additional options when designing a still boiler. The original keg construction can sometimes be incorporated into the new layout instead of being discarded.

We can modify inverted kegs with larger openings and additional welded ferrules. The existing keg opening may also be incorporated into the design as a drain, depending on the configuration.

This approach can work well for builders who want easier access or a different layout than a basic keg conversion.

Stainless Steel Kegs for Electric Still Boilers

Stainless steel is durable, easy to clean, and well suited for still boiler construction. Used commercial kegs are especially popular because they were already designed to hold liquid in demanding environments.

Adding welded tri-clamp connections makes the vessel much more versatile. Components can be attached and removed without permanently installing every part of the still.

That makes a modified keg useful for many DIY and custom distilling setups.

55-Gallon Stainless Steel Barrels for Larger Stills

Need something bigger than a standard keg? We also modify 55-gallon stainless steel barrels for larger distilling projects.

These vessels can provide the foundation for approximately 50-gallon-class still builds while leaving appropriate working space in the boiler. We can weld ferrules and other connections based on the requirements of the project.

Large vessels may require connections for multiple heating elements, drains, columns, or other equipment. Custom fabrication allows the vessel to be configured around the intended build.

Custom 50-Gallon Still Boiler Fabrication

Larger stills require a different approach than a standard keg boiler. Heating requirements increase, fittings may need to be larger, and access for cleaning becomes more important.

A modified 55-gallon stainless steel barrel can provide a practical starting point for a 50-gallon still boiler. Ferrules can be positioned for heating elements and other components based on the design.

If you’re planning a larger build, contact us before ordering. We can discuss the vessel and fitting configuration you need.

Tri-Clamp Ferrules for Keg Stills

Tri-clamp fittings are popular in distilling because they make equipment easy to assemble, remove, and clean. They also make it possible to change components without rebuilding the entire vessel.

We can weld stainless steel ferrules onto kegs and larger stainless vessels. Available configurations can include element ports, drains, column connections, and other custom fittings.

If you already know the ferrule sizes you need, let us know. If you’re unsure, tell us what equipment you plan to connect.

Build Your Own Keg Still

A modified keg gives DIY builders a solid foundation for creating their own still. Instead of starting with an untouched keg and finding someone locally to weld it, you can begin with the important fabrication already completed.

From there, you can choose the column, condenser, heating element, controller, and other components that fit your project.

PhilBilly Moonshine also carries distilling equipment and parts that can be used to complete your build.

Custom Stainless Steel Distilling Vessels

Some projects simply don’t fit a standard product. You may need an unusual ferrule location, several element ports, a large access opening, or a dedicated drain.

That’s where custom fabrication comes in.

We work with stainless steel kegs and larger vessels to create practical solutions for custom distilling equipment. Tell us what you’re trying to build, and we’ll help determine what fabrication the vessel needs.

Shop Welded Kegs and Distilling Vessels

Whether you’re building your first keg still or putting together a larger system, starting with the right vessel makes the rest of the project easier.

Browse our kegs for distilling, welded keg boilers, and stainless steel vessels below. For custom welding, unusual ferrule configurations, or 55-gallon barrel projects, contact PhilBilly Moonshine to discuss your build.