Whether you're looking for bottled gas for your BBQ, Motor-home, gas heater or cooker for your kitchen we have created a guide for everything you need to know about bottled gas.
Can I Exchange My Empty Gas Bottle?
If you’re looking to exchange your empty gas bottle, this can be done from our main depot in Croftamie or they can be uplifted on delivery. If you do not have a bottle to exchange you can purchase one.
How Do I Store My Gas Bottles?
Cylinders should be stored in an upright position within a well-ventilated area far away from any sources of heat. Bottles should be positioned away from any fire exits, building entry/exit points and drains. For residential properties, you can store up to 30kg of butane indoors. Propane should always be stored outdoors.
Difference Between Propane And Butane?
Propane and butane are both types of LPG although their uses slightly differ. Propane is most commonly used for off-grid domestic heating, Gas BBQs, gas cookers and other commercial appliances. Butane is used for indoor uses such as heaters, single burner cookers and camping.
What BBQ Gas Bottle Do I Need?
During the summer months, we understand that many people will be looking for gas to power their BBQs. The type and size of the gas bottle depend on the type of regulator that comes with your barbecue which can be a screw-on or clip-on. If your BBQ has a clip-on regulator which is pushed on to the top of the gas cylinder then you will need a patio gas bottle. If it has a screw-type regulator which screws into the gas cylinder then you will need a propane bottle. Both options come in different sizes depending on what you need. Read our useful blog on 5 top tips for your gas BBQ.
What Is Patio Gas?
Patio Gas is more commonly used for outdoor purposes and more specifically for barbecues and patio heaters. These bottles are compatible with a 27mm clip-on regulator. Patio gas can be either propane or butane and supplied in a patio gas bottle or patio gas cylinders. Both work equally as well, although propane is preferred in cold weather.
Gas Regulator Valves
Almost all leisure appliances are fitted with a gas regulator valve to reduce the pressure of the gas as it leaves the cylinder. Gas regulators connect to the cylinder head using either a clip-on or screw-on connection. The type of regulator valve depends on whether you are using butane or propane and the cylinder size.
From 2004 all-new motor homes and caravans are supplied with a pre-fitted bulkhead gas regulator. To link this up to your propane or butane cylinder you need to use a pigtail connector which is a rubber tubing with bottle and regulator connectors fitted at either end.
How To Check How Much Gas You Have Left
You can quickly check the levels of your gas bottle by filling up a jug of warm tap water and pouring it down the side of the bottle. After 5 seconds, using your hands, feel for a temperature change on the bottle. The part that is cold to touch will indicate how much gas is left. If the bottle is warm the full way down it’s time for a re-fill.
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