Siphon for water carbonation: characteristics, purpose and selection tips

Some people consider siphons for water carbonation to be absolutely useless and unnecessary things, which are not in the least needed. But there are those who cannot imagine life without such a device. Nowadays, many people love soda. Often people drink such drinks daily. However, it’s not so convenient to constantly run to the store to replenish soda. Although these drinks are inexpensive, they are often made from not the safest and most useful components. It is then that special siphons come to the rescue, with which you can do soda yourself at home.

On the shelves of shops and supermarkets you can meet many different options for soda. The most popular are branded products with rich and vibrant tastes that many consumers adore. However, far from always in the composition of these there are really useful and safe elements that have a beneficial effect on human health. Quite often harmful products are found that can affect the body extremely negatively. In this case, there is only one way out - to prepare carbonated drinks yourself at home.

To make a tasty and harmless soda, you will have to stock up not only with the products necessary for forming a good taste, but also with such an item as a siphon. These household appliances are designed to actively saturate water with gas. They are characterized by the fact that they act mechanically.

Modern siphons are presented in a large assortment. They are produced by both little-known and fairly large brands, whose products are enviable in popularity. It is worth noting that in the preparation of delicious homemade drinks, these devices are simply irreplaceable. Most of these models are characterized by the following inherent qualities.

• The lion's share of modern siphons for preparing soda are easy to operate. Understanding how they work is not difficult.
• These devices are durable and reliable. Even with daily use, they last a long time and do not fail.
• Such siphons are also characterized by the fact that they usually do not take up much space, since they themselves are not too large. In addition, they can be easily moved from one place to another.
• The principle of operation of these devices is quite simple. Many home craftsmen do not buy siphons in stores, but make them with their own hands. Often, such devices are much cheaper, but are no less effective. The main thing is to do everything correctly so that in the end the siphon is safe and reliable.
• All parts present in the design of these units, in most cases, can be repaired.

Of course, the main characteristics of siphons for preparing carbonated drinks may vary depending on the properties of a particular model from a particular manufacturer. For example, there are products on sale that have both a simple and a very original design. These units differ in their cost. On the shelves you can find both budget and quite expensive options with many additional features.

The device siphon for the preparation of a variety of carbonated drinks is quite simple and understandable. The design of this popular home appliance includes the following components:

• the pressure vessel itself in the inner part in which the liquid is located;
• siphon tube, which stretches from the water typed into the vessel to the rubber gland in the upper part;
• a rubber gland leads to a lever, when pressed, water is released from the tank;
• a cylinder of CO2 that attaches to the pressure vessel itself inside.

This is the standard siphon structure for soda. Most of these units, found on sale, have exactly the same design.

Before buying a siphon for the preparation of many favorite carbonated drinks, it is worth familiarizing yourself with the principle of its operation. Knowing such features of this device, it will be more convenient and easier to use it. Today, the markets are represented by high-quality and productive siphons of two main types. Consider the principle of operation of one of them - the classic apparatus.

Such a model was developed back in 1829. It has not lost its popularity until today. Of course, this siphon has undergone many changes, but they relate more to its design than to the functional and mechanism of action.

The siphon is a capacious container that на is filled with water, and then closes tightly and reliably. The design of this unit, as mentioned above, includes a valve (such as a capsule), inside which there is a filling in the form of carbon dioxide. It is through this component that the gas penetrates into the interior of the sealed vessel. After that, it simply dissolves in the liquid inside the container, filling with it all the remaining unallocated space.

As soon as the lever is pressed, the outlet valve opens.Further, under the influence of pressure, the liquid is poured into the dishes you prepared - in a mug or glass.

Today, for the preparation of delicious soda, many models of high-quality and reliable siphons are produced. The range of these devices pleases with its variety. However, all existing siphon models can be divided into two main categories - classical and saturator devices. Let's get to know each other better.

Such varieties of siphons for soda are among the most common. They are produced by many manufacturers. However, different models differ from each other not in their functionality or mechanism, but only in appearance - color, design. In addition to the apparatus itself, for the classic device, you will need to additionally purchase special replaceable spray cans that contain carbon dioxide inside. Previously, the latter were used repeatedly, but today it has become not the cheapest pleasure.

The main advantages of classic siphons are:

• simplicity and ease of operation;
• durability and reliability;
• the possibility of daily use;
• light weight and modest size;
• all parts can be repaired;
• the drink retains freshness for a long time and remains carbonated until the container is empty;
• it is permissible to use any spray cans from all existing manufacturing companies.

Of the minuses, the following can be noted:

• basically, such units are designed for only one liter of liquid, which means that you will have to re-fill the water many times and do a replacement of the can;
• cylinder reloading is expensive;
• in the course of application it is very important to follow all the necessary rules.

For the preparation of soda, special devices called saturators are also used. This is the same siphon for making carbonated lemonade, but slightly modified. This unit was developed in 1955. Since then, developers are constantly modifying the appearance of this model and its device.

Saturators are assembled from a plastic case (sometimes other materials are also used), into which a carbon dioxide cylinder is inserted. The main distinguishing feature of this model from the classic is its volume. This option contains not 8, but 425 g of CO2. Screw the bottle of liquid to the outlet. After that, press the gas supply button. So the water is carbonated.

If you decide to stock up on such an apparatus, then you need to keep in mind that for it you need to buy bottles produced by the same manufacturer as the siphon itself. If you neglect this rule, then you may encounter the fact that the capacity simply does not fit. When working with this model, you should not overdo it with water, since pouring it in excess of the specified division, there is a risk of filling the entire room in which you make lemonade. In addition, the pressure formed during the preparation of soda can cause malfunctions in the system as a whole.

The main advantages of saturators are:

• ease of use;
• stylish and aesthetic appearance, which may well decorate the existing interior;
• such a model does not need to be constantly recharged, because it has a cylinder of sufficient volume;
• this unit is very convenient (water can be stored directly in bottles, which can immediately be put on the table, on the shelf of the refrigerator, or taken with you when you go somewhere);
• similar models are very productive.

Of the minuses, the following can be noted:

• such units are expensive, especially when compared with simple classic options;
• if the bottle body is made of plastic, and is not, for example, glass, then it will be subject to serious deformations;
• if you do not follow the instructions, then a 425-gram gas can can be a serious threat;
• you can use bottles produced by the same manufacturer who produced the siphon itself;
• if used too often, the gas will quickly disappear.

Choose a siphon for the preparation of effervescent soda should be very careful. It is worth following some simple recommendations to get a not too expensive and practical model. Get acquainted with them.

• If you want to choose the most profitable variant of the siphon, then you should follow the shares. By paying attention to them, you will be able not only to save significantly, but also to buy a device with a free set of spray cans (the set may also contain syrup or any food additives).
• Buy only branded siphons, and with them branded cans. If you do not adhere to this rule, then you can get unsafe devices that can cause injury.
• Pay attention to the quality of the materials from which the siphon is made. In addition, it must be assembled efficiently. All component parts must be in place and perfectly secured. The siphon must be made of high quality and dense materials. If the model is made of aluminum, then it must be treated with a special compound that protects the metal from corrosion.
• There should be no damage, scratches, chips or other defects on the siphon. If any have been noticed by you, it is advisable to refuse to purchase the device. It is unlikely that it will last long or be safe enough. It’s not worth the risk.
• If the issue of aesthetics in the kitchen is important to you, then you should pay attention to the design of the selected siphon. Fortunately, today the assortment of such devices is very diverse, so choosing the perfect option for any interior will not be difficult.
• Buy any siphon models from trusted reputable stores. In obscure street shops, taking such things is undesirable.

It’s not enough to know how to choose the right siphon. You need to use it correctly at home. Let's get acquainted with some features of the operation of this device for the preparation of drinking treats.

• To pour liquid into a classic siphon, you just need to unscrew the head, take out a thin tube with a silicone gasket. The tube will still be thicker in the neck - it does not need to be removed. Do this only when you want to wash the container.
• The liquid should be poured into the capacity of the saturator only up to the required mark. Further, to carbonate water, you only need to press the special gas button. You do not need to do too many clicks so as not to damage the bottle, especially if it is made of plastic.
• You can fill the cans with carbon dioxide at home, but this is not recommended, especially if the can is large enough. Today, there are many companies that provide services for refueling and replacing these elements. If you buy small cartridges for the device, then it must be released by the same company.
• It is strongly discouraged to bend over the siphon during its operation. In addition, children should stay away from this unit, especially if it works. This way you protect yourself and young household members from serious injury.
• Fill in siphons is only cold and clean water.
• Do not turn or shake the unit while pouring liquid.
• Do not fill the device with liquid to the highest point.

The following video will demonstrate how to use a siphon to carbonate water.