Weldless Kettle Conversion Kit w/ Ball Valve

I have been using this on my mash tun for about a year and I love it. No leaks or issues to report.

This valve was bigger than I thought it was. It has a 1/2 inch barb on it, and is about 3/4 npt, not 1/2.

This kettle conversion kit is awesome for the price. Even at normal prices (I got it for half off on Black Friday). You do have to be careful of the silicone gaskets because they tear under pressure if you didn't align them correctly. I had already ordered some replacement gaskets from here and they were way better than the ones provided, so for peace of mind I changed them out. Not to discredit the ones given, but the replacement ones offered here are way better and seal like a charm. If you're ordering this, go ahead and have some backups. Actually replace from the get-go and use the included as back-ups.

Excelling value, do not over tighten, and gasket O-ring goes on the inside of kettle wall, also drill hole correct size & high enough so that bottom curve of pan does not interfere with valve assembly, also recommend a little seal tape for threads good idea.

This thing leaked the entire time I used it. Unfortunately, I already put a hole in my kettle and therefore had to order something else that works. Also, does not come with instructions. Even a simple pic of it attached would be better than nothing. AIH Note: This item does come with an 8x11 sheet of installation instructions.