{"product_id":"brewtools-fluid-control-system-fcs-starter-kit-pro-tanks","title":"Brewtools | Fluid Control System | FCS Starter Kit for Pro Tanks","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"\/web_files\/intranet.morebeer.mom\/images\/Brewtools-FCS-Banner%20(1).png\" style=\"height: 100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e Advanced Modular Control System: Designed for homebrewers and microbreweries, the Brewtools FCS brings industrial-level precision with features like temperature, pressure, and gravity monitoring for ultimate brewing control. \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Comprehensive Starter Kit: Includes essential components such as FCS Display and I\/O Modules, temperature and pressure sensors, and all necessary cables and adapters to start customizing your fluid control setup. \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Automated Fermentation Profiles: Automate cooling, heating, and pressure management with software-driven profiles, simplifying complex processes while ensuring consistency in your brews. \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Expandable \u0026amp; Customizable: Add solenoids, pumps, airlocks, and adapters to fit your specific brewing needs, compatible with both Brewtools and non-Brewtools tanks. \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Constant Monitoring \u0026amp; Alerts: Early warning notifications for equipment issues like solenoid valves or heating elements ensure smooth operation and protect your brewing investment.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e This version of the FCS Kit includes the Density\/Temp Sensor which replaces the temperature-only sensor in the basic FCS Starter Kit.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e FCS is a modular control system designed, developed and manufactured by Brewtools in Norway.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e The vision behind the system is to take industrial technology and make that available for microbreweries and homebrewers. Using the latest electronic component technology and clever software engineering, Brewtools is able to make features that used to be very expensive and complicated available for everyone.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e The system can measure temperature, pressure, density\/gravity, level* and power consumption and based on that — control cooling, heating, pressure\/CO2 in, pressure\/CO2 out, agitation*, automatic hop additions* under pressure and more! Fermentation profiles will automate the whole process and give you ultimate control of your fermentation process.\u003cstrong\u003e (*Not available at first launch.)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e The system will also constantly monitor the process and notify you if something isn't right. For example, the system will measure the current draw of solenoid valves and heating elements, and will notify you if these components aren't working as they should.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e The software is currently in a state of \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);\"\u003eearly adopter beta\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, and should not be used for critical production. Brewtools will continue to develop software and new sensors\/actuators based on customer feedback and requests. If you cannot find a sensor or actuator that fits your setup, please reach out to us and let us know.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e Note that we do not take responsibility for any lost\/destroyed beer or raw materials.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003e Brewtools FCS Starter Kit for Pro Tanks\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e This kit includes everything you would normally need to install the system on a \"standard\" tank. It comes with two TC 1.5\" tees (short) and parts needed to connect your existing solenoids for cooling. The solenoid for gas out is also made for larger tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e FCS Display Module and FCS I\/O Module with power supply\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Density sensor (300mm)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e 1 pressure sensor with gas out pro solenoid\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Tiny Relay Module for wiring your cooling solenoid\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e 2x TC Tees, clamps and gaskets\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e All cables and adapters needed (3m length)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e The kit does not include a valve\/pump for cooling as these are tank dependent, and you may already have a solenoid for your existing glycol loop.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e For non-Brewtools tanks, you also may need an adapter and\/or tee to connect the spunding valve\/pressure sensor assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAccessories\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e To complete your FCS kit setup, some accessories are needed.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e A solenoid for cooling (Ø4.5mm - 34mm or 1.5\") with 2-pin LP12 cable and DIN43650 Type A adapter or a submersible pump (comes with cable).\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e A blowoff for the pressure out solenoid valve is recommended. You will need a 1.5\" TC adapter to connect to your preferred blowoff tubing.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e Tri-Clamps and gaskets. Based on your tank and setup, you may need some extra tri-clamps or gaskets.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSetting Up the FCS for Your Tank\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSolenoid Valve \u0026amp; Related Connection Hardware for Cooling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e For Brewtools tanks that use 34mm connection you will need a Ø4.5mm - 34mm solenoid valve. For Commercial tanks you will need a TC 1.5\" to 34mm adapter and 1.5\" TC Solenoid Valve. Either way, you will need a 2-pin LP12 cable and DIN43650 Type A adapter to connect the solenoid valve to the Brewtools FCS I\/O Module.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWould You Like a Visible Air Lock on the Spunding Valve?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e The Brewtools pressure relief solenoid spunding valve releases CO2 at the set point you choose on your controller. To visually see the CO2 release, add a blowoff to the pressure relief solendoid using a 1.5\" TC adapter to your preferred tubing size.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eStarter Kit Included Parts:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e FCS Display Module, 5\"\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e FCS I\/O Module 2x RTD, 5x CAN, 4x Relay\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Power Supply, 24V 40W, LP12-pin\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Pressure Sensor, CAN BUS 24V, M12\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Solenoid valve, TC1.5\" + M12, DC24V Ø2.0\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Density\/Temp Sensor 300mm, TC 1.5\", CAN BUS 24V\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Cable, LP12 6-pin, 3m\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Cable, LP12 5-pin, 3m (2 pcs)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Cable, LP12-pin, 3m (2 pcs)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Adapter, LP12-pin to DIN 43650 Type B\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e FCS Tiny Relay Module\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e TC Tee 1.5\", L=90mm (2 pcs)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Tri Clamps og gaskets (1.5\")\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Ball mount for pipes (28,33,38mm) and connecting joint\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BrewTools","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51918123073825,"sku":"BT1317","price":1400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0955\/7521\/2321\/files\/65138.png?v=1760508903","url":"https:\/\/morebeer.mom\/products\/brewtools-fluid-control-system-fcs-starter-kit-pro-tanks","provider":"MoreBeer!","version":"1.0","type":"link"}