PBW (Powdered Brewery Wash)

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Alkaline cleaner successful in removing thick, difficult, and caked-on organic soils. Effective substitute for caustic soda cleaners and household cleaners. Can clean items that cannot be reached with a brush or sponge by simply soaking and rinsing. Safe on skin as well as stainless steel, rubber, soft metals, and on plastics.

PBW Tech Sheet

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PBW Safety Data Sheet

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Properties:

·                     Appearance: Granular Powder — White — Solid

·                     Rinsing Ability: Excellent

·                     Foam: None above 100°F (38°C)

·                     pH of 1% Solution: 12

·                     Country of Origin: USA

·                     Shelf Life (Powder): 18–24 months

·                     Mixed into Solution: approximately 8–10 hours

Available Sizes

50 and 450 pound sizes.

Instructions

1.                  Rinse off vessel or surface to get rid of as much soil as possible.

2.                  Dissolve 1–2 oz per gallon for kettles and 3–4 oz per gallon for fermenters, kegs, tanks, and other equipment. (May vary depending on soil load.)

3.                  If circulation cleaning, heat to 130°–180°F and circulate for at least 30 minutes.

4.                  If soaking, heat to 140°F and soak for 4 hours or allow to soak overnight.

5.                  Rinse surface or vessel.

FAQs

Q: Is PBW safe to use in a CO₂ environment?
A: Yes, PBW is an alkaline cleaner and not caustic so it is safe to use in CO₂ environments.

Q: How long is PBW good for once it's mixed as a solution?
A: 8–10 hours.

Q: What is the shelf life of PBW?
A: 6 months to a year (package states 18–24 months for unopened powder).

Q: Is PBW hazardous?
A: No.

Q: What does PBW remove?
A: PBW will remove any organic soil, proteins, and stains.

Q: Why did my PBW solution turn blue when soaking copper?
A: The change in color occurs because of the chemical properties of the copper.

Q: Is PBW safe to use on stainless steel?
A: Yes, PBW is safe for most brewing equipment, but be sure to check the recommended concentrations and soak time and avoid aluminum.

Q: What happens if I bottled my brew without rinsing the PBW off?
A: Forgetting to rinse off the PBW may seriously affect the taste of your brew as well as not be safe for consumption.