Butane gas regulators have lower pressures than propane regulators. The fundamental difference between the two is their freezing and boiling points, which are used to power various appliances.
Are the hookups for propane and butane the same?
Because the connectors on propane regulator cylinders differ from those on butane regulator cylinders, they cannot be used interchangeably.
Is it necessary to have separate regulators for propane and butane?
Please keep in mind that Propane gas cylinders have a far higher pressure than Butane cylinders, therefore regulators are built for either Propane or Butane and are not interchangeable due to the difference design pressures and cylinder connections.
Is it true that all gas bottle fittings are the same?
Different brands (such as Campingaz) have distinct fittings for their gas cylinders, and both Butane and Propane gas bottles have different fittings. You must obtain the proper fit.
To discover the proper regulator and hose for your gas bottle, look below. To give you a sense of how much each item costs, we’ve included a pricing search.
Kits that combine the regulator and the hose are sometimes available, which can save you money. The one drawback I’ve discovered with the kits is that when your stove is on your camping table, the hose can be a little short. Your gas cylinder should be out of the way of your stove, on the ground. To figure out how long a hose you’ll need, measure the height of your camping table and add a few inches to allow you to easily put your stove on it.
Remember that if you have a camping kitchen table with a built-in windshield for stoves, as I recommend, these are higher than standard camping tables, thus you’ll need a longer gas hose.
What makes a propane regulator different from a butane regulator?
Each regulator is made to fit a specific type of cylinder valve, and one that fits one will not fit any of the others. Propane cylinders have a screw threaded valve that only accepts Propane regulators.
High-pressure regulators feature a much narrower nozzle and use a much narrower hose than low-pressure regulators (see picture below).
BBQ gas bottle fittings (POLgas bottle fittings) have fewer components than household installations, with a POL LPG gas regulator, POLgas bottle fittings, gas hose, and connector being the most common. POL LPG gas regulators, gas hoses, and connectors for gas regulator gas flow are normally offered as a set, but hoses can also be purchased separately.
If you have a camper valve gas bottle or appliance, adapters for POL fittings or BBQ gas bottle fittings may be necessary.
For natural gas BBQ conversions, several outdoor appliances additionally require Piezo electric ignitors, new valves, and various BBQ gas bottle fitting adapters and gas fitting kits.
LPG is Stored Under Pressure
When you turn on your appliance and release some of the pressure in the gas bottle, it transforms back into a gas.
The amount of gas left in the gas bottle depends on the ambient temperature, exposure to the sun’s radiant radiation, and the amount of gas left in the gas bottle.
Gas Regulator Gas Bottle Pressure vs Appliance Pressure
For Australian LPG gas appliances, the inlet pressure is typically 2.75kPa gas regulator gas pressure. As a result, the gas regulator gas pressure flow must be lowered to guarantee that a constant 2.75kPa gas regulator gas pressure is provided securely from the gas bottle to your appliances via the gas bottle fittings.
Gas regulators for LPG bottles are an important feature of an LPG system since the LPG would be unsafe to use if the gas regulator gas pressure was not reduced.
The high pressures depicted in the LPG Pressure chart above must be reduced to the required 2.75kPa gas regulator gas pressure by LPG gas regulators.
An automated changeover valve is included in the LPG gas regulator pictured (right or above).
Gas Bottle Regulator Types & Sizes
The types and sizes of gas bottle gas regulators vary based on the gas load. Despite the fact that LPG gas regulators serve the same purpose, different gas load applications may necessitate different types and sizes of gas bottle gas regulators.
The type of gas bottle gas regulator, gas bottle fittings, and size of LPG gas regulator fitted is determined by the gas demand of the appliances.
For example, if your home’s combined megajoule (MJ) rating is quite high, you’ll need an LPG gas bottle regulator with a larger MJ rating size.
LPG gas regulators for commercial use are rather different, and are typically made up of two independent gas regulator units and gas bottle fittings.
Also, please keep in mind that a BBQ gas regulator should never be utilized on a house installation.
Gas Bottle Gas Regulator Types Gas Regulator Adjustment Controls
For various gases, there are several gas bottle gas regulator types and gas bottle fittings. Some gas regulators, such as LPG and natural gas regulators, are pre-programmed to work at a specific gas pressure. Other types of gas bottle gas regulators contain adjustment controls and gauges that act to modify and monitor the gas regulator gas pressure.
Depending on the application, multiple gas bottle gas regulator types and gas bottle fittings are available. Varying sizes of gas regulators are used to operate with different gas loads, and different types of gas regulators are rated for flow rate. You wouldn’t use a BBQ gas bottle gas regulator for a whole house, for example.
When there is a long run of gas bottle fittings piping between the gas bottles and the application, two-stage gas regulators with two independent gas regulators are also available.
Particular gases, such as acetylene, react with certain metals. This means that the gas regulator and gas bottle fittings must be made of a certain material for a particular gas. The acetylene gas regulator is shown in the accompanying illustration.
Gas Regulator for Gas Grill Propane Tank BBQ Gas Bottle Regulator
A gas regulator for a propane tank in a gas grill (BBQ gas bottle gas regulator) is a compact gas regulator that usually includes a gas hose. A gas regulator for a gas grill propane tank (BBQ gas bottle gas regulator) usually screws directly into the gas grill propane tank or BBQ gas bottle’s POL fitting.
Remove Gas Regulator from Gas Bottle Propane Tank
If your BBQ bottle (propane tank) is empty, just remove the gas regulator from the bottle by following these simple steps:
2.Turn the Gas Regulator Hand Wheel clockwise to remove the gas regulator from the propane tank valve (reverse thread).
When you remove the gas regulator and hose, a tiny amount of gas remaining in the regulator and hose may be discharged.
3.Depending on your BBQ grill, take the empty bottle off of the mounting hook or out of its holder/shelf to remove the BBQ gas bottle (propane tank) from the grill.
Should I grill with propane or butane?
Energy efficient – If you’re seeking for a fuel source that will provide you with the most heat for your money, butane is the way to go. For the same volume of gas burned, butane typically provides 12 percent more energy than propane. So, if you’re a regular BBQ user, make sure you have plenty of butane gas on hand!
Is the patio gas butane or propane?
If you possess a gas grill and are unsure what type of gas to use, we’ve put up a guide to help you find the proper BBQ gas bottle for your needs.
Butane and propane are the two kinds of this gas. Butane comes in blue cylinders and is great for camping, single-burner cooking, and indoor portable warmers. Propane, on the other hand, is a commercial heating and large appliance fuel that is also perfect for heating and cooking in catering vans. It is stored in red cylinders. Patio Gas is propane, which is perfect for outdoor living appliances like barbeques and patio heaters and is stored in green cylinders.
This is designed specifically to power outdoor appliances such as BBQs and patio heaters, and it has the added bonus of being compatible with the 27mm clip-on regulator. It also has a Gas Trac Indicator, which can help you figure out when your gas supply is going low. Patio gas is available in 5kg and 13kg bottles.
Propane cylinders are available in a wide range of sizes, ranging from 3.9 kg to 47 kg. To connect this bottle to your barbeque, you’ll need a screw-in high-pressure adjustable propane regulator.
A ‘clip on’ regulator is put onto the top of your gas bottle, while a’screw in’ regulator is screwed into the top. The sort of propane bottle you’ll need is determined by the regulator that came with your barbeque.
A regulator is always used to connect the gas bottle. This is a critical safety feature since it regulates the pressure at which the gas is transported from the bottle to the device. It’s critical to make sure your appliance has the correct regulator for the gas bottle you’ve chosen. A green Patio gas bottle can be used with a clip-on regulator, however a red propane bottle will require a screw-in regulator.
This is mostly determined by the number of burners on your gas grill. A 5kg patio gas bottle is appropriate if it has between one and three. If you have a larger barbecue, such as one with four burners or more, a 13kg bottle is advised. We offer a useful tool called ‘Which gas bottle do I need?’ that can inform you which gas bottle is best for your BBQ.
For more information on BBQ bottles and to place an order, go to our online store (subject to availability). Alternatively, you can use our Retailer Finder tool to locate a Calor retailer near you.
Is it possible to use propane to fill a butane bottle?
Most UK garages only allow filling of the vehicle’s tank, not bottles. It’s merely a matter of following the safety guidelines. Calor advises against refilling for your own safety. It’s your decision and your safety if you choose to disregard that advice and GUESS how much to fill to the 80 percent level.