monkeybug > wrote in message >. ..
> Séb,
> How long have you been using it? I am wondering about long term
> maintenance. This is actually for someone else and the less
> maintenance, the better.
>
> Also, where did you get it from? Any examples online?


I use these two 200 VC tank since only two years now. The only thing
I can see for long term maintenance is that you will have to buy
replacement air tube to avoid any problem. SS is the best material
for winemaking and is so easy to clean. Don't use sulphite to avoid
damage the surface. 304 alloy SS will pit if expose to sulphite.
Some higher quality tank are made of 316 alloy but they are pricey. A
small VC SS tank is very handy as you can put various amount of wine
without the need to top up, they are light, have large opening so you
can ferment your red in it and the white of course. They are really
great tools for blending and any ratio you want. However there are
many different size of tank for the same volume and different quality
and features that you have to take care. Also check the valve
diameter, some got 1/2" while others are 1" and more. I pick one with
1" valve as it fit my pump requirement.

I buy these two tanks from Kevin Watson in Niagara. Kevin is really
nice and have good price on these small tank. http://www.watsons.ca/

For more informations on SS VC tank, check this link
http://www.stpats.com/Fermenters.htm

Hope this help,
Séb