Are all butane regulators the same size?

If you decide to use butane gas there are two options for the type of regulator, the standard 21mm clip on regulator for 7kg to 15kg bottles (recommended) or the bolt on regulator for for 4.5kg bottles. Below is some further information that will help you select the correct regulator and hose to suit you situation.

Is gas regulator same for all cylinders?

Each regulator is designed to fit a specific type of cylinder valve and a regulator that fits one type of valve will not fit any of the others. The valve on Propane cylinders has a screw thread and only accommodates Propane regulators.

Are all gas regulators the same size?

When you think about the gas appliance or heater you have, each item will be a different size, have a different application and a different required gas pressure. The purpose is still the same: to provide fuel for the particular device. Different types of gas setups will need different types of regulators.

What regulator do I need for butane?

You will need a 21mm regulator for your 7kg and 15kg butane gas bottles. Please note that you should never disconnect the regulator with the switch in the on position.

What happens if you oversize a gas regulator?

A regulator with an oversized valve, for the conditions of the intended application, will result in a greater sensitivity to fluctuating inlet pressures, and may cause excessive droop.

Which Gas Bottle and Regulator do I need?

Are there different size propane regulators?

Every propane gas grill uses an LP regulator, but not all regulators are created equal. Though the purpose is the same, different types of setups require different types of regulators. The type of regulator a grill needs is based on the specific propane application requirements.

Do all regulators fit all gas bottles?

Both Butane and Propane gas bottles, and different brands (such as Campingaz), all have different fittings for their gas cylinders. You must get the correct fitting. Browse to your chosen gas bottle below to find the right regulator and hose.

Are all Calor Gas regulators the same?

Are all gas regulators the same? There are many different types of gas regulator with different pressure settings and connections depending on the application.

Can you swap a butane regulator for propane?

You'll be fine using Butane on a Propane BBQ with the correct connector. The problems start when you use Propane on a Butane BBQ, Propane burns at a higher temperature and can cuase melting problems on Butane burners, and can crack the ceramics.

Do gas regulators have sizes?

PIPE SIZE - REGULATORS ARE AVAILABLE IN ½” THROUGH 4” SIZES. 5. GAS TYPE – TYPICALLY NATURAL GAS BUT MAY BE OTHER GAS LIKE PROPANE (LPG). 6.

Can I use any gas regulator?

Propane Regulators are commonly supplied with, or without gauges. As discussed earlier, Acetylene and Propane Regulators should never be used with any other gas than that which they are designed for, although Propane Regulators can be used for Propylene, which is made up of around 50% Propane.

How are propane regulators sized?

Most outlet pressures of second stage propane regulators are measured in inches water column, such as 11" water column. This is the standard propane pressure delivered to household appliances so that they can safely and properly operate.

Is butane and Calor gas the same?

How do they compare? The key difference between propane and butane is their boiling point. Propane can handle much lower temperatures, which is why it's used in homes with outdoor storage. Butane, on the other hand, is better stored indoors as it doesn't function as effectively in colder climates.

How many types of gas regulators are there?

There are two basic types of gas pressure regulators: single-stage and two-stage. Single-stage pressure regulators reduce the cylinder pressure to the delivery or outlet pressure in one step. Two-stage pressure regulators reduce the cylinder pressure to a working level in two steps.

What are the different gas regulators?

What regulator do I need for 4.5 kg butane?

IGT type A310i Calor gas low pressure butane regulator for use on a 4.5kg cylinder. Can be used on low pressure appliances such as Camping equipment.

Can I swap a blue gas bottle for a red one?

If your regulator is attached to the butane bottle (blue) with a rubber hose, then yes you can change to red (propane) by buying a propane regulator.

Which propane regulator do I need?

Depending on the number of btu/hr that the gas appliance(s) requires, one chooses the adjustable propane gas regulator which delivers the required number of btu/hr. Choose the propane regulator that is the closest match.

Are Calor Gas bottles interchangeable?

Get in touch with us and order your refill bottle. We will swap your bottle like for like or for a bottle in the same category, depending on what you bottle you need. If you need a bottle in a different category, you will need to purchase a new CRA. Head to our Refills and Exchange page for more information.

What kind of regulator does a propane heater use?

For your propane tank with fill valve, you most likely need the Camco Horizontal 2-Stage Propane Regulator w/ P.O.L - 160,000 Btu/Hr # CAM59333. This will have the 1/4 inch NPt inlet and the 3/8 NPT outlet and will maintain a constant 11 inch water column propane pressure for your vent-less heater.

Can a propane regulator be too big?

If the gas regulator is too large, too much gas will flow into the appliance and may cause an explosion. If the gas regulator is too small, the appliance will operate inefficiently or not at all. There are two basic types of gas regulators, one used for natural gas and the other for propane.

Do I need a regulator for my propane torch?

Regulator: The regulator controls the gas flow from the tank's valve to the torch. It also acts a barrier between the torch and the high pressure of the tank. Without the regulator or with an improperly functioning regulator the gas tank and torch are serious safety hazards.

Can you oversize a regulator?

Q: What happens if you oversize a regulator?" A. If it's too big for the application, your poppet and seat will be too large, allowing too much flow. Every time that regulator opens, it will allow more flow than you expect.