Burco Boiler Owners

[Saisonator]

I just wondered, do these boilers have water level indicator markings inside them?
Also I am thinking about buying one as a sparge water heater, should I go for the 20l or 30l?
Can you replace the tap for a ball valve, do you need to open up the hole a bit?
Thanks

 

[Bigcol49]

Hi!
If you decide to cut a new hole I've got a Q-Max cutter that's the right size for a 1/2 inch ball valve.
I'm happy to lend it out if you need it.

 

[Saisonator]

Hi!
If you decide to cut a new hole I've got a Q-Max cutter that's the right size for a 1/2 inch ball valve.
I'm happy to lend it out if you need it.

Many thanks, that's very kind of you.

 

[Stephenj]

No indicators on the cygnet so had to make a measuring stick. I filled then empty to the dead space. Then added water using a measuring jug and marked on the stick at incrementsstarting at about 18litres as would be any less than that.

I had to buy a silicone washer with inside diameter 20mm outside 35mm to cover the bigger hole the burco tap leaves. No issues so far, touch wood. Just search bespoke silicone washers on eBay, 5quid for 5.

 

[BeerCat]

The tap has a square hole which is easily rounded with a stone drill bit. £3 from eBay delivered. Adam from baldy's brewery has a video of him doing it.

 

[marshbrewer]

The tap on my 30L Cygnet leaves a fair amount of dead space, would I be better of fitting a completely new one, perhaps with a bazooka filter, lower down? Whats the thoughts of people with these?

 

[Saisonator]

Thanks for the advice guys.

 

[pms67]

The tap on my 30L Cygnet leaves a fair amount of dead space, would I be better of fitting a completely new one, perhaps with a bazooka filter, lower down? Whats the thoughts of people with these?

A bit I guess but the amount of **** left at the bottom doesn’t warrant me changing it,I just tip it up a bit.

 

[Bigcol49]

would I be better of fitting a completely new one, perhaps with a bazooka filter, lower down?

Hi!
Have you considered fitting a pick-up tube to the inlet of your tap?