Keg couplers are the equipment that actually "taps" the draft beer keg and allows the gas to get into the keg, and the beer to get out. 99% of all American breweries use the "D" system of keg couplers. For more help, either click on the picture of the keg valve that you are trying to tap, or simply browse the list below. As with everything else- if you need any assistance please do not hesitate to call us toll-free at 888-763-BEER.
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"D" System Keg Couplers
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"S" System Keg Couplers
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"U" System Keg Couplers
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"D" series couplers (keg taps) fit just about every keg from American breweries. Choose "D" series couplers for domestic beers.
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"S" series keg couplers (keg taps) are used by many European breweries, also known as European Sankey. Distinguished by it’s longer, narrower probe than the D System. It is used by breweries such as Heineken, Becks, Amstel Light, and Pilsner Urquell.
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"U" system takes its name from the English manufacturer UEC. It is used by breweries Guinness and Harp.
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"A" System Keg Coupler
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"G" System Keg Coupler
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"M" System Keg Coupler
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"A" system is commonly referred to as the German Slider because it slides onto the valve face. It is used by breweries such as Hoegaarden, Paulaner, Spaten, and Warsteiner.
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"G" system gets its name from the English developer, Grundy. The valve face can be thought of as a circle with three sides cut off. It is used by breweries such as Bass, Boddingtion’s, Caffrey’s and Anchor Steam (50 liter kegs).
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"M" System Recently introduced to the U.S. market. Body is the same as the German Slider, but the probe configuration is unique. It is used by breweries such as Schneider, Aventinus, and Einbecker.
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