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In addition to Tom's post:

(Kim) wrote in message . com>...
> I'm looking at buying a mini jet filtering system for my wines. I
> make a number of different small quantity fruit wines - normally
> anywhere from 1 gal to 5 gal batches. I don't anticipate filtering
> all the wines as most clear very well on their own. But I give away
> probably half of my wines as gifts, and I'm just as fussy about their
> appearance as I am their quality. This is one piece of equip that
> I've pondered purchasing for some time. My questions are these:
>
> 1. The unit offered for sale comes with two #2 filters, are those
> standard?

There are 3 types - #1, #2, #3 - the bigger the number the finer the
filtration. People typically use #1 for reds and #2 for whites.

> 2. Can a filter be re-used, or are they good for one application
> only?

For minijet, you'll typically use a filter for 1 batch (6 gals) only.

> 3. Can a large batch sometimes require more than 1 filter?

Yes, or if your wine is not clear enough.

> 4. Will filtering generally replace the act of fining a wine?
> 5. Is the filtering system easy to clean and relatively maintenance
> free?

Yes, it's not much work.

Pp

>
> Thanks in advance for any assistance offered...
>
> Kim/Michigan