{"product_id":"fob-detector","title":"Fob Detector","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"457\" data-end=\"603\"\u003eA fob detector is an essential component in a beer dispense system, designed to \u003cstrong data-start=\"537\" data-end=\"602\"\u003eprevent gas from entering the beer line when a keg runs empty\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"605\" data-end=\"866\"\u003eWithout a fob detector, gas can be drawn into the line, leading to \u003cstrong data-start=\"672\" data-end=\"734\"\u003efobbing (excess foam), wasted beer, and inconsistent pours\u003c\/strong\u003e. By automatically stopping the flow when the keg is empty, a fob detector helps protect both your product and your dispense system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1441\" data-end=\"1444\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1al75tg\" data-start=\"873\" data-end=\"905\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"877\" data-end=\"905\"\u003eHow a fob detector works\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"907\" data-end=\"977\"\u003eFob detectors operate using a float mechanism and have two main modes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"979\" data-end=\"1020\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"984\" data-end=\"1020\"\u003eDispense Mode (Normal Operation)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1021\" data-end=\"1235\"\u003eIn normal use, the unit is in dispense mode. When the keg empties, the internal float drops, automatically shutting off the flow of beer. This prevents gas from entering the line and stops the beer being dispensed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"1237\" data-end=\"1259\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1242\" data-end=\"1259\"\u003eCleaning Mode\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1260\" data-end=\"1439\"\u003eWhen switched to cleaning mode, the float is released, allowing cleaning fluid to pass through the system. This enables effective line cleaning without needing to remove the unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1441\" data-end=\"1444\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"17te45o\" data-start=\"1446\" data-end=\"1485\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1450\" data-end=\"1485\"\u003eWhy a fob detector is important\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1486\" data-end=\"1681\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"cufefj\" data-start=\"1486\" data-end=\"1525\"\u003ePrevents gas entering the beer line\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1isxzel\" data-start=\"1526\" data-end=\"1564\"\u003eReduces fobbing and excessive foam\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1e2r7s8\" data-start=\"1565\" data-end=\"1591\"\u003eMinimises beer wastage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"drwbwt\" data-start=\"1592\" data-end=\"1638\"\u003eHelps maintain consistent dispense quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"6xt9ar\" data-start=\"1639\" data-end=\"1681\"\u003eProtects the system during keg changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1683\" data-end=\"1686\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1gi2w0q\" data-start=\"2144\" data-end=\"2162\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2147\" data-end=\"2162\"\u003eFAQ \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2164\" data-end=\"2293\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2164\" data-end=\"2184\"\u003eWhat is fobbing?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2184\" data-end=\"2187\"\u003eFobbing is when beer turns excessively foamy, often caused by gas entering the line when a keg runs empty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2295\" data-end=\"2428\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2295\" data-end=\"2324\"\u003eDo I need a fob detector?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2324\" data-end=\"2327\"\u003eIf you want to reduce beer waste and maintain consistent pours, a fob detector is highly recommended for cellar set ups. If you are setting up a home bar, you generally will not need a fob detector. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2430\" data-end=\"2554\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2430\" data-end=\"2470\"\u003eCan I clean my lines with it fitted?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2470\" data-end=\"2473\"\u003eYes, switching to cleaning mode allows cleaning fluid to pass through the system.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Laws Drinks Systems","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55820988383605,"sku":"Fob-TF","price":21.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0906\/8101\/6693\/files\/fob-detector-cellar-buoy-tf.jpg?v=1755795224","url":"https:\/\/www.lawsdrinkssystems.co.uk\/products\/fob-detector","provider":"Laws Drinks Systems","version":"1.0","type":"link"}