{"product_id":"k40-hot-liquor-tank","title":"K40 Hot Liquor Tank - Complete Set (incl. valves \u0026 clamps)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"bt-product\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe system you buy when AIO stops making sense.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e48.1 L modular stainless Hot Liquor Tank (HLT) with HERMS coil + full tri-clamp architecture.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BrewTaurus K40 HLT is the thermal backbone of the system.\u003cbr\u003eIt’s what makes your mash stable, repeatable — and impossible to scorch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt from stainless steel.\u003cbr\u003eDesigned around tri-clamp architecture.\u003cbr\u003eMade to grow into a brewhouse — not to be replaced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bt-preorder\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePRE-ORDER\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is made to order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe collect pre-orders continuously and place them into production once per month. This allows us to keep quality high, avoid shortcuts, and build each kettle properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCurrent pre-order:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProduction batch closes monthly.\u003cbr\u003eEstimated delivery: \u003cstrong\u003eend of May 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou’re not buying stock.\u003cbr\u003eYou’re reserving stainless that’s being built for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat this HLT actually is\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe K40 HLT is a 48.1 L modular stainless hot liquor tank designed to power stable mash temperatures and consistent sparging — without locking you into proprietary appliances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo integrated electronics.\u003cbr\u003eNo proprietary internals.\u003cbr\u003eJust brewhouse logic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeat water.\u003cbr\u003eHold temperature.\u003cbr\u003eDrive HERMS recirculation.\u003cbr\u003eSame workflow now — same workflow later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThis is for you if\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want stable mash temperature without scorching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want HERMS control with a clean, sanitary setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou plan to build a system, not replace appliances\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou care about repeatability and process discipline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you’re looking for shortcuts, this isn’t it.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStainless-first brewing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo plastic paths.\u003cbr\u003eNo hidden electronics.\u003cbr\u003eNo dead ends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJust stainless steel, sanitary connections, and a system that scales with you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy K-Series\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOne kettle. Multiple roles. Zero redesign.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSame modular kettle platform across the K-Series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTri-clamp architecture — build the function you need on the ports you already have\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHLT is created by adding the HERMS coil and dedicated flow control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour workflow stays consistent as you scale from 40 L to 200 L+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEvery port has a job. No decoration.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHERMS coil (included)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is where “hot water tank” turns into a temperature control engine. The included HERMS coil is built for clean, stable heat exchange and easy service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e SS304\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnection:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.5\" Tri-Clamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRemovable design:\u003c\/strong\u003e pull it out for cleaning or reconfiguration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePurpose:\u003c\/strong\u003e designed primarily for HERMS mash temperature control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePort architecture (HLT workflow)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe K40 HLT uses the same kettle platform as the K40 Boil Kettle — the difference is how you configure it. The ports allow you to run a clean HERMS loop and controlled hot water transfer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeating port:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 × 2\" Tri-Clamp (heating element ready)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBottom drain \/ hot water out:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.5\" Tri-Clamp for fast, complete drainage and transfer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHERMS coil in\/out:\u003c\/strong\u003e tri-clamp ports used to connect the HERMS loop cleanly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature sensing:\u003c\/strong\u003e thermowell integrated via a sanitary TEE at the drain for accurate control during transfer\/recirculation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSame K-Series logic: scale up, keep the workflow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s included in the CORE configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComplete sanitary hardware set — valves, clamps, gaskets and internal fittings included.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e48.1 L stainless steel kettle platform (SS304), configured as HLT\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless steel lid with central 1.5\" Tri-Clamp port\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDish bottom with central bottom drain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × removable HERMS coil (SS304, 1.5\" Tri-Clamp)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × 1.5\" Tri-Clamp elbow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 × 1.5\" Tri-Clamp butterfly valves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e11 × 1.5\" Tri-Clamp band clamps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8 × 1.5\" Tri-Clamp gaskets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × 1.5\" Tri-Clamp blind cap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × 1.5\" sanitary tri-clamp TEE (SS304)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × 1.5\" thermowell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × 2\" Tri-Clamp band clamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × 2\" Tri-Clamp gasket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × 2\" Tri-Clamp blind cap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × 1.5\" racking \/ pick-up \/ transfer arm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrushed stainless finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEverything you need for a proper stainless HLT + HERMS foundation.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo fillers. No placeholders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat we intentionally don’t include\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeating elements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControllers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePumps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHoses or quick-connects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCORE gives you the stainless platform and sanitary architecture.\u003cbr\u003eChoose your heating\/control stack when you’re ready.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuilt to grow — not to be replaced\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart with an HLT + Mash Tun.\u003cbr\u003eAdd a Boil Kettle when you’re ready.\u003cbr\u003eScale into a full brewhouse without changing your core logic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo replacements. No compromises. No wasted stainless.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 48.1 L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ø350 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 492 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless steel SS304\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWall thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.2 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLid thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.0 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeg thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.2 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBottom:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dish bottom with central drain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeating ports:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 × 2\" Tri-Clamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brushed stainless\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the HERMS coil included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The K40 HLT – CORE includes a removable SS304 HERMS coil with 1.5\" Tri-Clamp connections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes CORE include a heating element?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. CORE is the stainless foundation. The 2\" heating port is ready, but the element is not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan this kettle be used in other roles?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The K-Series is modular by design.\u003cbr\u003eThis HLT uses the same kettle platform as the Boil Kettle — the function comes from how you configure the ports and accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need a pump for HERMS?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. HERMS requires recirculation. CORE includes the sanitary architecture; your pump choice is intentionally left open.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this compatible with larger K-Series systems?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. 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