Wiki: Gravity Draining Devices

Cream Cheese Gravity Draining Whey In Cotton Cloth Bag From Hook - CheeseForum.org
Cream Cheese Gravity Draining Whey In Cotton Cloth Bag From Hook - CheeseForum.org
Cream Cheese Gravity Draining Whey In Cotton Cloth Bag From Hook - CheeseForum.org

This Wiki Article discussed gravity draining devices used to hang curds in cloths to drain whey from. Common cheeses that are gravity drained in cloth are Quesco Blanco, Cream Cheese, Light Cream Cheese (American Neufchatel). Minimum and preferred requirements and examples are discussed below.

Requirements – Minimum

Minimum requirements are:

  • Strength
    • Strong enough to bear weight of curds to be drained. Note, the average Specific Gravity for raw-whole cow milk is 1.033.
    • Example – 3 liters weighs 3 liter x 1.0 kg/liter x 1.033 = 3.1 kg.
    • Example – 1 US gallon weighs 1 USG x 8.35 lb/USG x 1.033 = 8.6 lb.
  • Material
    • Corrosion resistant or painted.
  • Height
    • High enough to support hanging curds in cloth with whey catch device beneath.

Requirements – Preferred

Light Cream Cheese (American Neufchatel) Gravity Draining Whey From In Cotton Cloth Bag From Camera Tripod - CheeseForum.org
Light Cream Cheese (American Neufchatel) Gravity Draining Whey From In Cotton Cloth Bag From Camera Tripod - CheeseForum.org

Preferred Requirements are:

  • Cleanability
    • Easily cleanable to keep hygenic.
  • Portability
    • Ability to store away compactly.

Examples

  • For small batches:
    • Camera tripod with hook system from bent coat hanger or bungy cord.
    • Metal wall hook.
  • For medium batches:
    • Frame built from common white PVC pipe.
  • For large batches:
    • Commercial stainless steel frames with multiple hanging points.
Light Cream Cheese (American Neufchatel) Gravity Draining Whey In Polyester Cloth From Hook - CheeseForum.org
Light Cream Cheese (American Neufchatel) Gravity Draining Whey In Polyester Cloth From Hook - CheeseForum.org