What is the difference between a hop filter and a hop back?

A hop filter is a general term for equipment that removes hops. A hop back is a specific type of hop filter used post-boil to extract aroma and flavour from whole leaf hops while filtering them out.

Can this unit handle both pellet and whole leaf hops?

Yes, with appropriate mesh sizes, units of this type can typically be configured to filter both hop pellets and whole leaf hops effectively.

What are the common mesh sizes used in hop filters?

Common mesh sizes for hop filters typically range from 200 to 500 microns, with finer meshes for pellets and coarser for whole leaf hops.

Is this equipment suitable for dry hopping?

While primarily used post-boil, some designs, often referred to as hop torpedoes or similar, can be adapted for dry hopping in the fermenter, allowing for contact and subsequent removal of hops.

What kind of pumps are typically used with a hop filter?

Centrifugal pumps are commonly used to transfer wort through a hop filter, ensuring adequate flow rates and minimising shear on the hops.

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Hop Filter / Hop back

Name: Hop Filter / Hop back
SKU: MM5677
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1 x Hop Filter / Hop back supplied with 3 x 250 micron mesh filters. This can be used as a hop filter for hop pellets or whole leaf hops with the mesh or can be used as a hop torpedo or hopback using hop flowers and just the basket without the mesh. Fittings are 1.5" triclamp. The filter housing and 2 of the mesh filters are brand new, the basket and one of the mesh filters is lightly used but in excellent condition (just a bit of light staining from use).

Somerset, United Kingdom

5,707 km away

Stock Number

MM5677

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Applications & Use Cases

Used in breweries for separating spent hops from wort after boiling.
Essential for producing clear beer and preventing hop material from entering fermentation.
Can be integrated into brewing systems for both hot-side (hop back) and cold-side (hop torpedo) hopping.
Suitable for craft breweries, microbreweries, and pilot brewing setups.

Typical Specifications

Typical capacity: For this class of equipment, capacities commonly range from 50 litres to several hundred litres, depending on the brewery scale.
Power supply: Hop filters are typically passive units, requiring no electrical power for their primary function, though associated pumps may require a 3-phase or single-phase supply.
Construction material: Units of this type are commonly constructed from food-grade stainless steel (e.g., 304 or 316) for hygiene and durability.
Filtration method: Utilises mesh screens or false bottoms to physically separate hop solids from liquid.
Connectivity: Commonly features standard brewery fittings such as Tri-Clamp, DIN, or RJT connections, typically ranging from 1.5" to 3".
Maintenance: Requires regular cleaning-in-place (CIP) or manual cleaning of the vessel and mesh filters to prevent contamination and ensure efficient operation.

Frequently Asked Questions

A hop filter is a general term for equipment that removes hops. A hop back is a specific type of hop filter used post-boil to extract aroma and flavour from whole leaf hops while filtering them out.

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