I got to meet John Blichmann recently, and although I only spent a short time talking and working with him, I learned a bit in a very short time and he wasn't even trying to teach me anything. He just retired on the 1st, but I expect he will still be watching to ensure things continue moving in the right direction. He treated all of his employees like family and took a ton of pride in what everyone was doing at the company.
Thank you for the kind words. I'm just a homebrewer like yourself, learning as I go. I've actually used this pump 3 times so far since this video was filmed and am impressed overall with the performance and the low noise level.
I'll do a bit of a review after another brew, as this video was from several months ago, I've already had time to use it 3 times so far. It works great and recently replaced my 3+ year old Anvil pump that finally gave out.
Thank you and I agree they did a great job as I feel something between the small Anvil chugger and the Riptide was needed. My first Anvil Pump at about 3 years of age actually stopped working shortly after this arrived. My others are still chugging along.
Informative video, Mike. Thanks for going into so much detail. FYI: the current Blichmann Riptide Tri-clamp pump also has the vent port you can put a hose on. Not sure when they added that as my first one does not have it, but my second Riptide I bought in December during their Christmas Riptide sale has it. It is definitely a nice addition. I don't know if they plan to add it to the Riptide NPT or not, but hopefully they will.
That is awesome to know! I appreciate that info as I was there last month and saw a ton of NPT Riptides being assembled and quality checked, but didn't take notice to any changes. I would expect it will eventually have it too. I'll have to ask when I get a chance, incase anyone else asks me.
Awesome, I will have to get one this year. I do use the little anvil to run my wort a few times doing boilig and had no problems. Thanks for all the great videos
Thank you and this was perfect timing for me as my 3+ year old Anvil pump finally died. (My much younger one is still chugging along.) So, this is my new go to pump for the Anvil systems.
Im in the market for a pump. My Amazon pump is not pushing wort fast enough through my CFC and I need an upgrade. I didnt realize you arent supposed to run boiling liquid through it as I do that at the start of my chilling process. This should be an upgrade over my current pump but I dont know for sure.. thanks for putting this on my radar!
I've used this for 3 brews so far and I run 2 to 3 seconds of boiling wort through it usually 2 to 3 times during the brew. Then when I start the chill with my Jaded Scylla, I start the pump up again usually around 200 F but the temp drops really fast as usual. I was moving my wort to my fermenter and the metal was still a bit hot on the pump but the wort was at 70F. I think it is a great upgrade without paying the premium for a Riptide that is amazing, but might be overkill for most home brewers.
This is Drew here from Blichmann. I think not running boiling liquid through a pump is something that a lot of people are not aware of. The physics of running boiling wort through a pump is really interesting. The pump requires liquid to lubricate the impeller and keep it cool as it runs at high RPM. As you already know when you boil liquid it changes to steam. When the liquid is at a boiling point and you run it through a pump it causes some liquid to turn into steam. At that point, the impeller does not have the lubrication it needs. Without the lubrication, it starts to heat up as friction causes heat. What we typically see is that over time the heat will cause the impeller to deform as the plastic softens when it gets too hot. We work hard on materials to make sure this is not something that occurs in a few seconds, but the real danger is leaving it on for a length of time. After the impeller is deformed it most commonly locks up. I hope this helps explain the why behind that recommendation.
😂And I think just before I start the camera how dirty they look. Other than a quick Star San clean-up, I sometimes use a tiny pea-sized piece of coconut oil to shine them up a bit. When I visited Anvil Brewing recently, they told me they had learned that trick from me and had been using it up until recently as a vendor sold them something that worked better. Thanks for the compliments.
My 11yr old Chugger is still going. It's mounted to my Top Tier via a Blichmann pump mount. Anyone know if this Anvil pump's mounting holes match the March/Chugger pumps? If they match, I may splurge on the extra $25 and get the Anvil XP vs the Riptide head upgrade for my Chugger.
That is a great question, I sent an email to Anvil Brewing asking them as they have an entire engineering area were they test and rip just about everything apart. I have a feeling they would know.
@@BitterRealityBrewing Thanks. For the Riptide, Blichmann told me I'd have to buy their mount specifically for that pump. I bet the Anvil XP is the same.
@@GentleGiantFan Sorry it took a bit, but Blichmann just came back with this info. Sadly, not good news, but great info at the end of the day. This pattern does not match the March, Chugger, or RipTide. The hole pattern is 82mm (3.23”) x 85mm (3.35”) L x W. There are slotted holes for 5mm screws or smaller, 11mm in length, aligned with the length of the pump.
It can, but not sure it is designed for this type of use. I can easily say there is no way it could do anywhere near 9 bar. If I had to guess, it would be closer to well under 1 bar max.
Hi Mike, Very informative and I'm looking into getting that pump. One question for you or for anyone. I have a couple of Anvil kettles and various other items from Anvil and I like them because of good quality and price point. How come whenever I look up Anvil and Blichmann equipment, they make Anvil I know, you always get that warning by California's prop 65. I know California is always trying to control you in some way or another, like other state governments. Sorry, for bringing that up. But, I don't see that pop up with other brewing companies. Maybe they all have that nickel metalic in their product or maybe Blichmann is the only one trying to do the right thing. Thank you in advance and cheers.
Sorry for the delay, as I didn't even realized I'd missed this. I am pretty sure it is a "CYA", by being honest to avoid being banned in CA. I've asked Blichmann Engineering to reply to your comment as soon as they have a moment. To ensure I get you the correct answer. (I'm a Floridian according to a recent survey, supposedly we don't like CA, and they don't like Florida. LOL.) I always think it is funny that I can't imagine earthquakes, but every time I get to speak to someone from CA on the first visit to Florida (when they are moving here) they seem terrified about Hurricanes, which I find entertaining. I always tell them they are better than earthquakes as we can see them coming.
@gene5780, Great question! Mike was getting it as well, but yes in the state of California, you need to have a warning on products sold there that are impacted by Proposition 65. You should find that any company that sells to CA will have the same type of notice on the website and on the product to keep them in compliance (i.e. the item contains Nickel...in our stainless steel, which allows it to become such a versatile alloy). Anvil Brewing Equipment and our sister company Blichmann Engineering are in compliance with Prop 65, and if you don't see the warning on the other brewing companies, which you referenced, their products might not contain elements under Prop 65, they don't sell to CA, or they have another way to communicate it. We always try our best to ensure our customers are informed and empowered, and we are authentically sharing information. So I hope that helps? If you have any questions, here is a quick link to Proposition 65...oehha.ca.gov/proposition-65. Cheers!
Who lives in a pineapple under the sea. He uses an anvil pump that's npt. But seriously . I wish I could sell three quarters of my brewing equipment. Because everything just keeps getting better and better. ( sounds like beetle juice.) I'm like a squirrel that sees a shiny object and I gotta have it. (According to my wife.) does it have an on and off switch? Or did I miss that. It looks very nice. The price is right. It's now on my list.😊
😂I saw a meme recently (I think that is what kids call it now days) where there was a guy spending crazy money to have all the toys and they were all home brewing gadgets. It does have an off and on switch which is sealed to help keep moisture out. I just liked that Anvil brought this out as I feel too many people jump to the RipTide and really could save some money with a nice pump that is a bit cheaper, but still is a quality pump. My wife keeps offering to make more space in my brew space, by giving or throwing away everything. She scares me sometimes. (Hell, I'm lying, she scares me most of the time.) I've got to get my feet on my tread mill before she gives that thing away.
My original Anvil pump died after about 20 brews. I would never suggest that pump to anyone ! The newer one looks ...ok. Stuck mash on the Anvil? Use a bag and that stops immediately. I use a bag and never have stuck mashes. My cleanups are much faster and my efficiency is high due to my grind. So be nice to us who use a bag on the Anvil. 😊
I've done pretty well with my first pump dying just recently after almost 3 years, and I can't say I was easy on it, so it did me well. I recently purchased something to help me do another BIAB video with one of the Anvil Foundry systems as I've only done one BIAB so far on video.
This is Drew here, and I am excited for John. He has been handing things off to me for a few years now. He wants to spend more time with family and just enjoy life. If you run a small business you understand the stressors, the highs, and the lows of running a business. He has done an incredible job and he has worked so hard to get to this point. You will still see him in videos and he will be in the shop regularly. This has been his life for a long time and he will still be a part of it. From a customer standpoint, we are going to continue to innovate new products and take care of our customers just as we always have.
@@BlichmannEngineering I help my wife run a business I completely understand. What are the odd that this video dropped on the day customers were notified of your retirement ? Enjoy the retirement. Enjoy your family well-deserved
Pure coincidence as I filmed this months ago and didn't learn about his retirement until the video was up and scheduled. It blew me away as I had just spoken to John in person only a few weeks earlier. He deserves to enjoy time with his family and was very down to earth and talked about his family and some of their involvement.
Fully understand how you feel. I am a home brewer who loves brewing. Yes, I promote products that I feel are of excellent quality and would prefer my friends and viewers (many in the same) to be aware of the better products out there if they happen to be in the market. I'm not forcing or hard-selling anyone on any products. If anything, in this video, I'm telling a lot of home brewers they don't need to buy a RipTide as this is a great pump that might save them some money, assuming they are in the market for a new pump. If you ever have a question or recommendation, I am still hear and happy to listen.
@@matt8630 All good, Thanks for having my back. As I put in the comment, I'm kind of recommending some home brewers in the market for a RipTide, to save some money and buy this instead, but not forcing anyone to spend a dime, just informing. What is funny is that I recorded this video almost 2+ months ago, and last week, my 3 year (about) old Anvil pump finally died, so this was perfect timing.
Charles, please elaborate? This video was shot almost 3 months ago, and I'm simply informing. If I'm selling, I'm actually down selling by telling you "IF" you are in the market for a pump like the RipTide you might be able to save some money and get something like this for a $100 less. Plus it is a non-affiliate link. I spent 5 years in broadcasting (Radio and nightclubs as a DJ) and 7 years in Computer sales, so I know I sound a bit like a salesperson, but that is my personality.
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Love a company that keeps innovation and customers at the forefront. 🍻
I got to meet John Blichmann recently, and although I only spent a short time talking and working with him, I learned a bit in a very short time and he wasn't even trying to teach me anything. He just retired on the 1st, but I expect he will still be watching to ensure things continue moving in the right direction. He treated all of his employees like family and took a ton of pride in what everyone was doing at the company.
Thank you, @Randel1966, as that is our mission operative #1. Cheers, to you and yours!
Your product reviews are literally the best in the brewing world.
Thank you for the kind words. I'm just a homebrewer like yourself, learning as I go. I've actually used this pump 3 times so far since this video was filmed and am impressed overall with the performance and the low noise level.
Good job, you showed the different aspects of the pump so people can have a basic idea of its build and abilities.
I'll do a bit of a review after another brew, as this video was from several months ago, I've already had time to use it 3 times so far. It works great and recently replaced my 3+ year old Anvil pump that finally gave out.
Well, no doubt about it. When my Chugger pump gives up the ghost this will be my new pump. Excellent job ANVIL.
Thank you for the video.
Thank you and I agree they did a great job as I feel something between the small Anvil chugger and the Riptide was needed. My first Anvil Pump at about 3 years of age actually stopped working shortly after this arrived. My others are still chugging along.
Informative video, Mike. Thanks for going into so much detail. FYI: the current Blichmann Riptide Tri-clamp pump also has the vent port you can put a hose on. Not sure when they added that as my first one does not have it, but my second Riptide I bought in December during their Christmas Riptide sale has it. It is definitely a nice addition. I don't know if they plan to add it to the Riptide NPT or not, but hopefully they will.
That is awesome to know! I appreciate that info as I was there last month and saw a ton of NPT Riptides being assembled and quality checked, but didn't take notice to any changes. I would expect it will eventually have it too. I'll have to ask when I get a chance, incase anyone else asks me.
Awesome, I will have to get one this year. I do use the little anvil to run my wort a few times doing boilig and had no problems. Thanks for all the great videos
Thank you and this was perfect timing for me as my 3+ year old Anvil pump finally died. (My much younger one is still chugging along.) So, this is my new go to pump for the Anvil systems.
Im in the market for a pump. My Amazon pump is not pushing wort fast enough through my CFC and I need an upgrade. I didnt realize you arent supposed to run boiling liquid through it as I do that at the start of my chilling process. This should be an upgrade over my current pump but I dont know for sure.. thanks for putting this on my radar!
I've used this for 3 brews so far and I run 2 to 3 seconds of boiling wort through it usually 2 to 3 times during the brew. Then when I start the chill with my Jaded Scylla, I start the pump up again usually around 200 F but the temp drops really fast as usual. I was moving my wort to my fermenter and the metal was still a bit hot on the pump but the wort was at 70F. I think it is a great upgrade without paying the premium for a Riptide that is amazing, but might be overkill for most home brewers.
This is Drew here from Blichmann. I think not running boiling liquid through a pump is something that a lot of people are not aware of. The physics of running boiling wort through a pump is really interesting. The pump requires liquid to lubricate the impeller and keep it cool as it runs at high RPM. As you already know when you boil liquid it changes to steam. When the liquid is at a boiling point and you run it through a pump it causes some liquid to turn into steam. At that point, the impeller does not have the lubrication it needs. Without the lubrication, it starts to heat up as friction causes heat. What we typically see is that over time the heat will cause the impeller to deform as the plastic softens when it gets too hot. We work hard on materials to make sure this is not something that occurs in a few seconds, but the real danger is leaving it on for a length of time. After the impeller is deformed it most commonly locks up. I hope this helps explain the why behind that recommendation.
Great content as usual! Men, how do you keep your equipment so shinny?! Those Anvil’S look brand new every single time!
😂And I think just before I start the camera how dirty they look. Other than a quick Star San clean-up, I sometimes use a tiny pea-sized piece of coconut oil to shine them up a bit. When I visited Anvil Brewing recently, they told me they had learned that trick from me and had been using it up until recently as a vendor sold them something that worked better. Thanks for the compliments.
Thanks for you answer, cheers!
My 11yr old Chugger is still going. It's mounted to my Top Tier via a Blichmann pump mount. Anyone know if this Anvil pump's mounting holes match the March/Chugger pumps? If they match, I may splurge on the extra $25 and get the Anvil XP vs the Riptide head upgrade for my Chugger.
That is a great question, I sent an email to Anvil Brewing asking them as they have an entire engineering area were they test and rip just about everything apart. I have a feeling they would know.
@@BitterRealityBrewing Thanks. For the Riptide, Blichmann told me I'd have to buy their mount specifically for that pump. I bet the Anvil XP is the same.
@@GentleGiantFan Sorry it took a bit, but Blichmann just came back with this info. Sadly, not good news, but great info at the end of the day.
This pattern does not match the March, Chugger, or RipTide.
The hole pattern is 82mm (3.23”) x 85mm (3.35”) L x W.
There are slotted holes for 5mm screws or smaller, 11mm in length, aligned with the length of the pump.
Can this pump generate any pressure? I need about 9-10bar to use it in an espresso machine
It can, but not sure it is designed for this type of use. I can easily say there is no way it could do anywhere near 9 bar. If I had to guess, it would be closer to well under 1 bar max.
Hi Mike, Very informative and I'm looking into getting that pump. One question for you or for anyone. I have a couple of Anvil kettles and various other items from Anvil and I like them because of good quality and price point. How come whenever I look up Anvil and Blichmann equipment, they make Anvil I know, you always get that warning by California's prop 65. I know California is always trying to control you in some way or another, like other state governments. Sorry, for bringing that up. But, I don't see that pop up with other brewing companies. Maybe they all have that nickel metalic in their product or maybe Blichmann is the only one trying to do the right thing. Thank you in advance and cheers.
Sorry for the delay, as I didn't even realized I'd missed this. I am pretty sure it is a "CYA", by being honest to avoid being banned in CA. I've asked Blichmann Engineering to reply to your comment as soon as they have a moment. To ensure I get you the correct answer. (I'm a Floridian according to a recent survey, supposedly we don't like CA, and they don't like Florida. LOL.) I always think it is funny that I can't imagine earthquakes, but every time I get to speak to someone from CA on the first visit to Florida (when they are moving here) they seem terrified about Hurricanes, which I find entertaining. I always tell them they are better than earthquakes as we can see them coming.
@gene5780, Great question! Mike was getting it as well, but yes in the state of California, you need to have a warning on products sold there that are impacted by Proposition 65. You should find that any company that sells to CA will have the same type of notice on the website and on the product to keep them in compliance (i.e. the item contains Nickel...in our stainless steel, which allows it to become such a versatile alloy). Anvil Brewing Equipment and our sister company Blichmann Engineering are in compliance with Prop 65, and if you don't see the warning on the other brewing companies, which you referenced, their products might not contain elements under Prop 65, they don't sell to CA, or they have another way to communicate it. We always try our best to ensure our customers are informed and empowered, and we are authentically sharing information. So I hope that helps? If you have any questions, here is a quick link to Proposition 65...oehha.ca.gov/proposition-65. Cheers!
Thank you Mike for the info.
Thank you Anvil for the info.@@anvilbrewingequipment
Nice review, shame they came out with this 3 weeks late.
Sorry, as I recorded it over 2 months ago, but was waiting for the release date to be finalized. I've used it three times so far and am impressed.
Who lives in a pineapple under the sea. He uses an anvil pump that's npt. But seriously . I wish I could sell three quarters of my brewing equipment. Because everything just keeps getting better and better. ( sounds like beetle juice.) I'm like a squirrel that sees a shiny object and I gotta have it. (According to my wife.) does it have an on and off switch? Or did I miss that. It looks very nice. The price is right. It's now on my list.😊
😂I saw a meme recently (I think that is what kids call it now days) where there was a guy spending crazy money to have all the toys and they were all home brewing gadgets. It does have an off and on switch which is sealed to help keep moisture out. I just liked that Anvil brought this out as I feel too many people jump to the RipTide and really could save some money with a nice pump that is a bit cheaper, but still is a quality pump.
My wife keeps offering to make more space in my brew space, by giving or throwing away everything. She scares me sometimes. (Hell, I'm lying, she scares me most of the time.) I've got to get my feet on my tread mill before she gives that thing away.
My original Anvil pump died after about 20 brews. I would never suggest that pump to anyone !
The newer one looks ...ok.
Stuck mash on the Anvil? Use a bag and that stops immediately. I use a bag and never have stuck mashes. My cleanups are much faster and my efficiency is high due to my grind. So be nice to us who use a bag on the Anvil. 😊
I've done pretty well with my first pump dying just recently after almost 3 years, and I can't say I was easy on it, so it did me well. I recently purchased something to help me do another BIAB video with one of the Anvil Foundry systems as I've only done one BIAB so far on video.
I just heard today through email that John Blickman is retiring February 1st
This is Drew here, and I am excited for John. He has been handing things off to me for a few years now. He wants to spend more time with family and just enjoy life. If you run a small business you understand the stressors, the highs, and the lows of running a business. He has done an incredible job and he has worked so hard to get to this point. You will still see him in videos and he will be in the shop regularly. This has been his life for a long time and he will still be a part of it. From a customer standpoint, we are going to continue to innovate new products and take care of our customers just as we always have.
@@BlichmannEngineering I help my wife run a business I completely understand. What are the odd that this video dropped on the day customers were notified of your retirement ? Enjoy the retirement. Enjoy your family well-deserved
Pure coincidence as I filmed this months ago and didn't learn about his retirement until the video was up and scheduled. It blew me away as I had just spoken to John in person only a few weeks earlier. He deserves to enjoy time with his family and was very down to earth and talked about his family and some of their involvement.
You've become a salesman not a brewer. Wish you the best of luck. Signing off
You don’t have to announce your exit. Nobody cares. I enjoy seeing reviews for new products at times.
Fully understand how you feel. I am a home brewer who loves brewing. Yes, I promote products that I feel are of excellent quality and would prefer my friends and viewers (many in the same) to be aware of the better products out there if they happen to be in the market. I'm not forcing or hard-selling anyone on any products. If anything, in this video, I'm telling a lot of home brewers they don't need to buy a RipTide as this is a great pump that might save them some money, assuming they are in the market for a new pump. If you ever have a question or recommendation, I am still hear and happy to listen.
@@matt8630 All good, Thanks for having my back. As I put in the comment, I'm kind of recommending some home brewers in the market for a RipTide, to save some money and buy this instead, but not forcing anyone to spend a dime, just informing. What is funny is that I recorded this video almost 2+ months ago, and last week, my 3 year (about) old Anvil pump finally died, so this was perfect timing.
The sales pitch is getting worn thin, I get your point but enough already.
Charles, please elaborate? This video was shot almost 3 months ago, and I'm simply informing. If I'm selling, I'm actually down selling by telling you "IF" you are in the market for a pump like the RipTide you might be able to save some money and get something like this for a $100 less. Plus it is a non-affiliate link. I spent 5 years in broadcasting (Radio and nightclubs as a DJ) and 7 years in Computer sales, so I know I sound a bit like a salesperson, but that is my personality.
Charles is off his be nice to others and you do t have to watch MEDICATION 😢. Thanks for sharing your channel ❤
@@CB-bp2flEveryone has an opinion but no matter what, there's always a brown nose or two in every group.
LOL
Looks awesome, and saves 100.00 not sure what the problem is