Can I use any gas regulator?

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.

Are all gas regulator the same?

There are different gas bottle gas regulator types and gas bottle fittings for various gases. Some gas regulator types are pre-set to work at a specific gas regulator gas pressure, like LPG and natural gas regulators.

How do I know what gas regulator I need?

Do all regulators work the same?

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.

Are compressed gas regulators interchangeable?

Regulators are gas specific and not necessarily interchangeable! Always make sure that the regulator and valve fittings are compatible.

Gas Regulators

Can you use the same regulator for CO2 and argon?

CO2 Gas Regulator

Most of a Co2 Regulator is the same as an Argon Regulator.

Can you use the same regulator for propane and natural gas?

Propane regulators and natural gas regulators are not interchangeable, though they both operate in the same fashion. A natural gas regulator is comprised of five components: set screw, spring, rod, diaphragm and valve.

What are the different gas regulators?

Are all gas bottle fittings the same?

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.

Can you use two gas regulators?

If a first stage regulator is used in an LP Gas plumbing system, a second stage regulator must be installed downstream. In other words, a first stage regulator can't be installed independently in an LP Gas system. There must be a second stage regulator installed as well.

How do I choose a regulator?

Are there different size gas regulators?

Different Size Gas Regulator

There are many adaptors on the market which will let you connect different makes and sizes of cylinders with different regulators, including those used abroad.

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.

How do I choose a gas pressure regulator?

The materials of construction for a regulator should be selected based on the properties and purity of the gas being used. Regulators are typically made from brass, aluminum, and 316L stainless steel. Brass is compatible with most of the non-reactive gases. A choice of forged body or barstock construction is available.

How do I choose a pressure regulator?

Which metal gas regulator is best?

Chrome-Plated Brass is usually chosen because of its lower cost, and stainless steel because of its resistance to corrosive gases.

Can I change the regulator on my BBQ from propane to butane?

Purchase a Butane regulator, remove the propane one and fit the butane one. This is unlikely to be an option, as the jet sizes of the burners are different for propane and butane (as I discovered years ago when I tried this).

Are gas bottles universal?

The good news is that most (not all) LPG appliances are certified to what is known as 'Universal LPG” meaning they can be used with propane, butane or any mix of these. LPG is liquid under pressure and becomes gas when released into the atmosphere.

What is the difference between low-pressure and high pressure gas regulator?

High-pressure regulators have a much narrower nozzle than that fitted to low-pressure regulators and use a much narrower hose (see picture below).

What's the difference between blue and orange gas bottles?

Butane is stored in blue cylinders and is ideal for camping, single burner cooking appliances and indoor portable heaters. Propane on the other hand is stored in red cylinders and predominantly a commercial heating and large appliance fuel, also ideal for heating and cooking in catering vans.

What regulator do I need for patio gas?

As patio gas bottles have a 27mm valve, you should check that you have a 27mm clip-on regulator.

Do you need a regulator to convert propane to natural gas?

These grills will include an appliance regulator that is convertible. To convert to Propane (or Natural Gas), you will need a wrench and the regulator.

Do you need natural gas regulator for BBQ?

If the manufacturer says you need one, you need one. Sometimes the regulator will have a reversible insert in it and you flip it around to change gas.