Galvenised fermenters

[jonnybeer]

Hello all, it may be a silly question but can the wort be fermented in galvanised containers without picking up some off flavours.

I've access to 1 mtr. lengths of new 18 inch diameter seamless ducting tube and an expert welder.

Might try and make a conical fermenter in the material is suitable.

Any help or advice appreciated.

Thanks. j.b.

[jonnybeer]

Thanks DaaB, thought it sounded too good to be true.

I'll take your advice and keep the hard earned.

j.b.

[sparky Paul]

DaaB's right, the galv would have to be ground off, and the area painted with a cold galvanising treatment (e.g Galvafroid) after welding.

I've pulled a few of those old water tanks out Daab, you wouldn't want to brew in them!

I have seen large galv vessels lined with layers of fibreglass matting and epoxy resin made specifically for potable water, I guess that would be okay for a fermenter.