Homebrew Hop Spider & Mash Filter is used for containing hop pellets in the kettle and grain in the mash tun so wort flows clear into the fermenter. FDA 21 CFR is the reference cited for it on drawings, datasheets and purchase orders.
What FDA 21 CFR Means for Homebrew Hop Spider & Mash Filter
The dimensions in the table below are supplied to suit FDA 21 CFR. Where the standard sets requirements for the finished appliance, device or system, compliance testing of that assembly stays with its manufacturer; we supply the metal mesh part to the drawing and can provide material certificates and dimensional reports with the shipment.
Homebrew Hop Spider & Mash Filter Dimensions
| Size | Outer diameter (mm) | Length (mm) | Micron rating (u00b5m) | Mesh | Mount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spider 100 | 100 | 300 | 300 | 50-Mesh SS304 | Tri-leg kettle rim |
| Spider 150 | 150 | 350 | 300 | 50-Mesh SS304 | Tri-leg kettle rim |
| Dry-hop canister | 60 | 250 | 150 | 100-Mesh SS304 | Fermenter lid hook |
| Mash tun false bottom | 300 | 20 | 1000 | Perforated 1 mm | Dome + barb |
Specifying Homebrew Hop Spider & Mash Filter Beyond the Standard
- Diameter & length: Size to the kettle depth so the spider basket sits below the wort line.
- Micron rating: 300 µm for boil hops; 150 µm for dry hopping to keep debris out of the fermenter.
- Mount: Tri-leg rim mount for kettles; lid hook for fermenters.
When Homebrew Hop Spider & Mash Filter Is Not the Right Choice
Not a substitute for a plate chiller strainer or fermenter filtration when brite-tank clarity is required.
