FerMonster 7 Gallon Carboy
- 7 gallon PET plastic carboy, 4 inch wide mouth
- #10 stopper fit, O-ring and airtight lid with hole
- Rated to 140 degrees
- 20.9 inches tall, 11.3 inch diameter
- 1.5 lb per the description
Updated 2 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A wide mouth plastic carboy made from PET, safer to move than glass, with an O-ring lid drilled for a stopper. The stopper is not stated as included, and the weight is listed two ways.
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ASIN: B074D9T7GTModel: FE255Category: Carboys
Overview
A homebrewer who wants to avoid heavy glass gets a PET plastic carboy with a wide mouth and an airtight lid with an O-ring. The lid has a hole for the stopper, and a lid without a hole is sold separately.
PET resists oxygen better than regular plastic, and the wider opening makes cleaning easier. A full carboy is easier to handle than glass and cannot shatter. The package details are unclear on whether the stopper comes with it.
Who it's for
Brewers who find glass carboys heavy and risky to handle. Those who need a stopper and airlock included, or who prefer glass, should confirm contents first.
Pros and cons
- Wide mouth for cleaning
- PET plastic resists breakage
- O-ring airtight lid
- Lid drilled for a stopper
- Stopper inclusion unclear
- Weight listed two ways
- Undrilled lid sold separately
Performance notes
The O-ring lid seals the carboy, and the drilled hole takes a stopper and airlock for venting. PET limits oxygen passing through the wall. The temperature rating limits what you can fill or clean it with.
Specifications
| Brand | Carlson |
|---|---|
| Model | FE255 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Stopper Size | #10 |
| Height | 20.9 inches |
| Diameter | 11.3 inches |
| Weight | 1.5 lb (description), 2.12 pounds (listing) |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 7 gallons |
| Maximum Liquid Temperature | 140 degrees |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | PET plastic |
| Other details | |
| Mouth Opening | 4 inches |
Frequently asked questions
Is the FerMonster carboy safer than glass?
The description says PET carboys are safer than glass because full glass carboys are heavy and can break.
Can I get a lid without a hole for the FerMonster?
Yes, an undrilled lid is sold separately.