BrewBuilt® IceMaster Max 2 | Glycol Chiller | 2 Built In Temperature Controllers & Pumps | 1700btu | 110V | 4.5 Gal. Tank

The ultimate control & precision of your fermentation process. Equipped with two built-in temperature controllers and pumps, this advanced chiller enables you to independently regulate the temperature of two separate fermentation vessels simultaneously, ensuring optimal conditions for different batches or styles of beer, making it a game-changer for homebrewers.

• 2 built-in submersible pumps with independent digital controllers
• Control multiple fermentation temperatures independently
• Fill with 20% glycol solution for optimal chilling performance
• Cold crash with good insulation
• Perfect complement to BrewBuilt X-Series Conicals

The IceMaster Max 2 is designed to cool fermentations in small vessels. It features 2 built-in submersible pumps with independent digital temperature controllers and can be used with any vessel that has a glycol jacket or submersed cooling coil/rod. Each controller includes a temperature probe that should be inserted into a thermowell in your vessel or can be taped to the outside of the vessel if you don’t have a thermowell. The digital controller then measures the temperature of your tank and turns the submersible pump on or off to cool to your desired set temperature. Up to two tanks can be controlled separately with one IceMaster Max 2.

The Max 2 is the perfect unit for brewers with 1 or 2 fermentation vessels. Thanks to the built-in submersible pumps and controllers, there’s no need to purchase additional pump kits to use with your cooling system(s).

Capacity
It is always difficult to determine exactly how many tanks can be chilled at one time as it depends on what is happening in each tank, if the tank is insulated, and what the ambient temperature is. Cold crashing always requires the most energy and requires tank insulation. We have experimented with capacities and can provide this general guide based on a 75°F ambient and neoprene insulation. Neoprene provides a modest amount of insulation so you would obtain better results using Armaflex or a higher R rated insulation.

At 75°F ambient temperature with neoprene insulation, the Max 2 can cold crash one 1 BBL BrewBuilt Jacketed Uni or two Jacketed Unis up to 15 gallons in size at one time to 38°F.

Set Up
In order to hook up the IceMaster to your fermenter or tank’s cooling system, you will need 2 lengths of tubing per vessel. All tubing connections should be secured with hose clamps.

• Length 1: Barb of 1st bulkhead (IN) to cooling system outlet
• Length 2: Barb of 2nd bulkhead (OUT) to cooling system inlet

Specifications:

• 2 built-in submersible pumps with independent digital controllers
• Pump controller reads in °F / °C
• Temperature controller reads in °C
• Labeled IN and OUT stainless bulkheads with 3/8″ OD barbs
• Tank Capacity: 17 L / 4.5 Gal. Water Capacity
• Compressor: 3/8 HP
• Cooling Capacity: 500 Watt/1700btu/0.14 tons
• Refrigerant: R600a
• Voltage: 110V
• Dimensions: 19″ x 12″ x 17.5″
• Wheels not included
• CE Certified

Note: The new model includes a sightglass that is connected via two plastic Duotight tees.  The tees can be attached onto the push tubes on the front of the unit. The sight glass can be fitted between the two tees and plugs need to be inserted on the outward facing openings.

Warning: Do not set the reservoir temperature controller lower than 28°F (-2ºC). Running the unit below this temperature may negatively affect the unit’s efficiency and has the potential to freeze beer which may impact the finished beer’s flavor.