15L Hybrid Keg
The Petainer 15L Hybrid Keg delivers ultimate handling flexibility for space-restricted bars and microbrewery cold rooms. Equipped with rugged top and bottom chimes, this compact PET keg stacks safely without any external packaging, making it the ideal choice for breweries distributing seasonal or mid-volume craft beers to busy urban venues.
- Interlocking top and bottom chimes allow secure vertical stacking.
- Ultra-compact footprint maximizes tight cold-room and cellar floor space.
- Eradicates the steep expenses of return logistics and asset tracking.
- Lightweight design minimizes physical handling strain for delivery teams.
- Delivered pre-purged and sterile for immediate filling line integration.
Product Specifications
| Colour | Volume | Diameter | Height | Weight | Neck Type | rPET |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brown | 15000ml | 243mm | 481.7mm | 1147g | A Type | - |
| Brown | 15000ml | 243mm | 481.7mm | 1147g | G Type | - |
| Brown | 15000ml | 243mm | 481.7mm | 1166g | S Type | - |
| Brown | 15000ml | 243mm | 481.7mm | 1166g | D Type | - |
15L Hybrid Keg Properties
| Max Content Pressure | 3.1 bar / 45 psi |
|---|---|
| Dispense Working Pressure | < 3.1 bar / 45 psi |
| Burst Pressure | > 7.75 bar/ > 112 psi |
| Drop Functional Test | 1.2 m flat metal surface |
| ASTM D4169-14 (pre-condition 40°C; 72h) | Transport Simulation Test filled kegs |
| Sanitising Recommendation | 70 % Ethanol |
| Ph Range Compatibility | 3 to 9 |
| Fill Window (Based on Storage Conditions) | Optimum: Within 6 months Max: Within 9 months (if optimum storage conditions met) |
| CO2 Loss | < 15 % ( 22 °C / 72 °F) 12 months |
|---|---|
| O2 Ingress | < 0.2 ppm (22 °C / 72 °F) 9 months |
| Cleaning | Cleaning detergents & chemicals may cause stress cracks on the components |
| UV and Light Protection | Up to 500 nm |
| Materials – Keg | PET |
| Materials – Fitting | POM, PP, TPE, NBR, Stainless Steel |
| Recommended Storage Conditions Unfilled | Optimum: < 22 °C / 72 °F Max: 50 °C / 122 °F |
| Shelf Life - Filled Based on optimum storage; (below 22°C), out of direct sunlight. | O2 Barrier: 18 months from manufacture CO2 Barrier: 12 months from fill date |
Compliance & certifications
Produced in accordance with the following regulations and standards:
Case Study
How PET Kegs Helped Scale Cold Brew Distribution
Ferris Coffee adopted Petainer's 20L one-way PET Hybrid Kegs to expand cold brew distribution beyond its own cafés. The move reduced the cost and complexity of steel keg logistics, while helping protect product quality and support growth in new markets.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. The top and bottom chimes are specifically engineered to interlock safely, providing excellent vertical stability in cold storage and delivery trucks.
No. The 15L hybrid design integrates smoothly with standard automated or manual PET filling systems used across the craft beer industry.
It can be fitted with universal A, G, S, or D-type couplers, ensuring your accounts can tap it without modifying their existing hardware.
