McGlaughlin Oil Company
McGlaughlin Oil Company has supplied lubricants from Columbus, Ohio since 1937, and its Petrol-Gel has been in production since 1952. Petrol-Gel is a tasteless, odorless sanitary lubricant made from a high viscosity paraffinic base oil with food grade additives.
Dairies, soft serve shops, bakeries, breweries and distilleries use it on the O-rings, gaskets, seals and valves that touch what they serve. On a draft system, a thin film keeps keg lid O-rings sealing, posts and disconnects sliding on easily, and faucet parts moving smoothly, without changing the taste of the beer.
Cleaning Equipment & Sanitizing
Cleaning and sanitizing is a necessity when homebrewing. Any equipment that touches your beer should always be cleaned and sanitized. Cleaning your equipment means that it should be free of soap and oil residue, though common dishsoap can be used for cleaning, there are better alternatives that are specifically made for home brewing which are free from chlorine, phosphates and other chemicals that could potentially affect the quality and appearance of your beer. Sanitizing your equipment is a necessity. Any equipment that comes in contact with your beer after it has been boiled should always be sanitized, this reduces and eliminates the amount of bacteria present in your brewing system which will allow the yeast to flourish during fermentation.
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Good Beer Starts with Cleaning & Sanitization
Don't overlook this extremely important step in the quality, taste, flavor and aroma of your beer. Keep your equipment properly cleaned and sanitized for the best tasting beer possible.
Why Brewers Use Petrol-Gel
- No taste or smell. It won't taint beer, cider, coffee or anything else on draft.
- Stays put. It resists water, so it doesn't rinse off during cleaning.
- Handles cold and heat. McGlaughlin rates it for 0°F to 185°F, with a melting point of 195°F.
- Food-contact rated. McGlaughlin lists Petrol-Gel as USDA H-1 rated and FDA approved for use where incidental food contact can happen.
Where to Use It on a Draft System
- Keg lid O-rings and the large lid seal
- Ball lock and pin lock post O-rings
- Gas and liquid disconnect O-rings
- Coupler and probe seals
- Faucet shaft O-rings, coupling washers and moving parts
- Valves, gaskets and fittings on brewing and serving equipment
How to Apply It
Clean and sanitize the part first, then rub a thin film onto the O-ring or seal with a clean finger. A little goes a long way. Too much can trap debris, so wipe off any excess before you reassemble. Reapply whenever you replace O-rings or deep clean your kegs and faucets.
Petrol-Gel comes in 4 oz tubes, sold one at a time or by the case.