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; Bayou Classic Banjo Burner : They come in a variety of BTU ratings and sizes and are all well constructed.  The smaller round burners need a modification in order to hold a [[keggle]].  This can be as simple as a sturdy bbq grate.
 
; Bayou Classic Banjo Burner : They come in a variety of BTU ratings and sizes and are all well constructed.  The smaller round burners need a modification in order to hold a [[keggle]].  This can be as simple as a sturdy bbq grate.
 
; 30 QT Aluminum Turkey Fryer : They're Rated from 50,000 to 65,000BTU, and are all over ebay really cheap ($25 +ship).  The ones made of cast iron with three or four legs both work fine and are plenty sturdy enough to hold a pot of boiling wort.  They come with a 7.5 gallon aluminum pot which can be a little small to do 5 gallon boils with, but if you watch it like a hawk, you can get away with it.
 

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27,000 BTU Burner‎

Widely available from homebrew supply shops, DIY superstores, and various online retailers, propane burners are the weapon of choice for many brewers. Available in different BTU ranges, these burners are typically standalone units that the user hooks up to a standard gas-grill-type propane tank. The heat output from most propane burners is usually adequate for partial and full boils. Some Brewers have had success with burners rated at 30,000 BTU for five Gallon Boils, Others prefer to go for 200,000 BTU units.

One convenient way to buy a burner is to purchase a turkey fryer kit. This will also provide you with a large pot - usually in the 30QT range which is useful as a hot liquor tun.

Known Homebrew Friendly Models

The following models of burner have been verified to work well in homebrewing.

Bayou Classic Banjo Burner 
They come in a variety of BTU ratings and sizes and are all well constructed. The smaller round burners need a modification in order to hold a keggle. This can be as simple as a sturdy bbq grate.
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