Buying Patio Gas

When buying patio gas, it is important to choose the right bottle and type for your use. This will ensure the safety and longevity for your bottle.

Gas regulators lower the gas's pressure as it exits the cylinders. It can be clip-on or screw on and is dependent on the size of the cylinder and type.

Propane

Propane is a non-toxic efficient alternative fuel that can be used to power everything from barbecues and patio heaters to gas fireplaces and complete home standby generators. It offers numerous environmental benefits including reducing air pollutants and greenhouse gases. It is also safe, nontoxic and reliable for indoor and outdoor use.

Propane also has the added benefit of being a cost-effective choice for heating homes in areas where natural gas is not available. A propane tank can be delivered directly to your property and connected to a range of appliances. This method of delivery is typically less expensive than installing a new natural gas line installed and often results in lower annual energy bills.

If you'd like to purchase a propane tank to your home or want to swap your current tank for a new one, you will be able to locate an propane dealer close to you that will offer the services you require. The process of purchasing propane is dependent on the size of the tank. It is usually an initial purchase then a subsequent exchange and refills.

Smaller propane tanks, like 20-pound cylinders are often used to fuel barbecue grills and patio heaters. They are readily available at a variety of stores including convenience stores, hardware shops and most gas stations. You can also buy propane tanks that are already filled at some home centers for one-stop shopping.

Larger propane cylinders are used in various applications like water heaters, home heating and backup generators. These larger cylinders, that are rented on a long-term contract and are stored underground or in a safe place. They are commonly referred to as LP-gas or LPG and are available for rental or purchase at many propane stores.

Propane can be purchased in a variety of different ways. It is an excellent option for homeowners who are looking for additional energy to power a vast range of appliances and activities. Choosing the best propane supplier for your needs will be determined by factors like the cost of propane in your region, your preferred delivery frequency and how much energy you usually use each year.

Butane

You'll have to decide whether you want butane or propane when purchasing patio outdoor gas heater gas. Both serve different purposes, and both offer an environmentally friendly, safe energy source for outdoor appliances like BBQs and patio heaters. Propane, typically available in 5 kg cylinders is the preferred option for heaters for patios due to its lower boiling point. Propane-powered heaters can be used at temperatures that are as low as -4degC. Butane however will be difficult to vaporise under such conditions.

Butane is typically found in 15kg cylinders. It is a heavier-duty option that is often utilized in caravanning, camping and domestic appliances like gas cookers. Like propane butane is a safe and efficient source of energy and it also has the added benefit of being less volatile than propane.

No matter what kind of calor gas patio heater you prefer, you'll have to purchase a gas bottle for your patio and a regulator for your appliance. Patio gas bottles are specifically designed to be compatible with regulators that allow you to connect your gas bottle directly to the propane or butane outlet of your barbecue. You can find patio gas bottles in most supermarkets, as well as some DIY stores and hardware outlets.

Patio gas bottles are typically smaller than other kinds of gas bottles, making them ideal for barbecues and patio heaters. They are also made from sturdy and durable materials that means they can endure a significant amount of wear and tear without becoming damaged. The most popular kind of gas for patio use is blue or red however, you can also find bottles of other colors too.

When you buy patio gas from Horticentre, you'll be guaranteed an easy and seamless experience. Our online platform provides detailed product descriptions and specs and lets you compare different products and select the best one to meet your requirements. We offer butane and propane gas in different sizes, ranging from cylinders weighing 5kg up to larger options of 13 and 15kg to ensure that you never run out. With free delivery on all orders shopping with us could not be more convenient.

Gas Bottles

When buying patio gas, there are a few aspects to take into consideration when deciding on which bottle size to buy. Firstly consider what you will be using the gas for? It is important to know that propane and butane both have different applications. Propane is the best choice for BBQs and garden tools, due to its low boiling point of just -42degC while butane is better suited for indoor portable heaters, as well as single-burner cooking appliances.

If you plan to power a motorhome or caravan appliance it is also necessary to select the right bottle size. Larger appliances require more energy. Thankfully, here at Flogas we have both green Patio gas bottles and butane Campingaz cylinders to meet the requirements of these types of applications.

Another thing to consider is where you will store your gas bottle. We recommend keeping your gas bottle out of the way to reduce the risk of leaks and give you confidence that your device is safe to use. This is especially important when considering the fact that your propane or butane gas bottle is an extremely pressurized gas, meaning it must be kept in a safe place where it cannot leak or break, or be damaged.

All of our gas bottles include regulators. This is an essential safety feature that reduces the pressure under which your barbecue or heating device for your patio receives gas. The type of regulator you will require will depend on the type of gas you are using and the size of the cylinder; green patio bottles are compatible with a 27mm clip-on regulator and butane Campingaz cylinders have a screw in regulator (link to find out more details about this).

Gas bottles are exposed to high pressures, and special safety regulations are required which include the chaining of bottles in order to prevent them from falling. There are also regulations in place regarding where to keep them, as well as signs to warn people of the potential hazards and safety precautions. It is not advisable to purchase bottled gas. Instead you can lease it from a Gas Supply Company in order to use it with a specific gas appliance. This permits regular cylinder testing to ensure that the quality of the cylinder is maintained, and that it complies with all applicable standards.

Regulators

Gas regulators are essential to connect gas bottles to a propane patio heater, BBQ or other propane-based gas appliance. Gas regulators decrease the high-pressure gas supply from a cylinder to a more constant regulated propane pressure required by your appliance. There are a variety of different styles and types of regulators, each with varying pressure settings and connections based on your use.

Liquefied petroleum gas is usually bottled in either Butane or Propane bottles, with Butane bottles typically being blue, and Propane being red. The cylinders themselves use different connection sizes and sizes, with Butane having an on-clip regulator with a standard internal valve size of 21mm and Propane (also called Patio Gas) bottles having a 27mm screw-on regulator that requires an adjustable spanner to tighten. You can connect Butane appliances to a Propane cylinder, but not vice versa, as the gas fire patio heater is not compatible.

The gas pressure regulator has three primary operating components working together to regulate the gas's pressure delivered. A loading mechanism determines the pressure of delivery and a sensing element (usually diaphragm) detects the force exerted by the spring against it, and an element of control is responsible for the reduction of the inlet pressure to the downstream pressure. The atmospheric pressure can influence the gas pressure as it is transported by the regulator. The pressure will be determined by the elevation of your building above sea level. This is why it's important to choose the appropriate regulator for your particular needs. This will prevent your propane barbecue from running out of gas or having unstable performance.