JayP
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Dang it! You all jinxed me. Two of my 5ib tanks just ran dry in back-to-back days. I already had one sitting empty. Good thing I have plenty of spares. I'll be hitting the refill shop next week.
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CO2 in the US
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Where is everyone's favorite source for used and discount CO2 tanks?
Amazon is so far steadfastly refusing to put any on sale for Prime Day
Amazon is so far steadfastly refusing to put any on sale for Prime Day
JayP
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It looks like tariffs have taken their toll on these as well. The Vevor 5ib tanks were commonly priced at $50 on Amazon but I see they are now over $65. Still your best bet for a new tank. Otherwise, keep an eye on FB marketplace as there's regularly homebrewers getting rid of gear. Anything below $55 is OK but ask them the cert date. If older than 5 years you'll have to get a recert before filling which is another $30 at least. Some places that do swaps will swap one past it's cert date though.Where is everyone's favorite source for used and discount CO2 tanks?
Amazon is so far steadfastly refusing to put any on sale for Prime Day
JayP
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.....also, avoid the heavy steel tanks and stick to aluminum.
FB Marketplace. I recently scored a 70% full, 15lb cylinder for $50 lolWhere is everyone's favorite source for used and discount CO2 tanks?
Amazon is so far steadfastly refusing to put any on sale for Prime Day
JayP
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Yeah, I saw a full 5lb pop up for $40 but it was sold within minutes of being posted.
Because of their weight? They are usually reasonably priced to purchase used.
JayP
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Partially due to the weight, I think they're about twice the weight of aluminum, but also because they tend to not look as nice (they rust). If you're just going to do swaps, looks aren't as important because you never no how the swapped tank will look anyway. But if you're going to do refills and especially if it will be visible and not behind cabinet doors, aluminum tanks just maintain their appearance better. I like that the Vevors, for a relatively low price, are painted. I also have a nice metallic red Kegco tank from homebrewing days that's more showy if I'm going to do equipment photos. Not a big deal but just an extra consideration.
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