Can you interchange butane and propane?

Well, yes, both butane and propane are gasses you can burn–but wait a second. Generally speaking, butane is a fuel with a higher density while propane is much less dense. So if you add propane to a butane stove, that stove is going to continue functioning as if it is using Butane.

Can I use butane gas instead of propane?

Can I use butane instead of propane? Most appliances can be used with either butane or propane – however, they use different regulators due to the different pressures they operate at, so for example, a butane cylinder wouldn't work with a propane regulator.

Can you mix butane and propane gas?

They will mix quite happily as both are non-polar. With all that jostling around, many of the bonds between butane molecules will be broken and replaced by bonds between butane and propane molecules.

What happens if you use propane on a butane stove?

Propane is under higher pressure so you will need to control the flame and stove heat more than butane which is under lower pressure. Running the flame too high and hot could be dangerous and could also potentially melt the butane stove.

Can you run a propane BBQ on butane?

Depending on the type of regulator valve fitted, nowadays many, if not most, gas BBQS can run on either propane or butane although most come pre-fitted with a RED propane regulator as standard. The butane regulators - see the gas cylinder below - are BLUE.

Propane

Is camping gas propane or butane?

Most camping gas stoves run off propane, butane or a mixture of the two gases. The key difference between the two is the temperature at which they operate – their boiling points.

Which is best gas for a BBQ butane or propane?

Propane is at its best when it's cold. This makes propane the ideal fuel for those camping trips in early spring, winter or autumn, or if you are venturing onto high ground. Butane gas doesn't flow when it gets cold, so is less reliable in cool temperatures.

What's the difference between butane and propane gas bottles?

Whilst propane and butane gas have many similarities, there are some distinct differences that you need to be aware of. The most significant difference between these two gases is the point of boiling, as propane has a boiling temperature of -42°C, whilst butane has a much higher boiling point at -2°C.

Can I use butane gas on a Weber BBQ?

Current edition Weber® BBQs are not designed to be compatible with the red propane or blue butane bottles. Swapping over the hose and regulator to use the incorrect gas type will void your BBQ's warranty (don't do it!).

Are gas canisters interchangeable?

Most camping stoves are just compatible with screw-on canisters and some are just compatible with Easy-Clic canisters. However, there are a couple of special stoves that will allow you to use either type of canister: screw-on and Easy-Clic.

What is the difference between propane and butane regulators?

The Butane bottles use a clip-on regulator with a standard internal valve size of 21mm and Propane bottles use red bottles with a screw-on regulator that needs to be tightened with a spanner.

Can you use camping propane for torch?

If you plan to use a camping butane tank in a torch, you have to check and see if the torch can work on a butane tank. If the torch is not a butane torch, then you will not be able to use it with camping butane! Since this is somewhat limiting, I recommend sticking with the camping propane instead of the butane.

Can I use Coleman propane with torch?

Camping and tailgate grills, torches, and lanterns all can use compact gas cylinders. My favorite brands are Bernzomatic and Coleman. Read on to find which will work better for you.

Are all propane cylinders the same?

There are different sizes and shapes of propane cylinders used by consumers for a variety applications ranging from cooking and grilling to weed burning. These consumer type cylinders are commonly used in residential and agricultural applications and operate in vapor service similar to that of an ASME propane tank.

Why is butane a good camping gas?

Butane requires less pressure to be stored as a liquid which means there's much less chance of explosions if the canister gets ruptured in some way. Butane canisters also don't need to be as thick as propane ones and are less heavy as a result. Also, butane is often cheaper and more widely available than propane.

Can I use patio gas for camping stove?

Our Camping & Picnic Stoves will run off any of the LPG gases - Propane (red bottle), Butane (blue bottle), Patio Gas (green bottle) or Campingaz 901/904/907. Propane is the best performing in colder weather and has the most variety in bottle size, but any of them will work.

Does butane gas explode?

Butane is an explosion hazard and causes a dangerous fire when vapors are ignited from heat, spark, open flame or other source of ignition. Butane is heavier than air and may travel long distances to a point of ignition and flash back. Container may explode in heat or fire.

Can I store butane in my garage?

Butane Storage Location

Butane must be stored indoors at all times. It should be locked away (if applicable) and kept out of reach of small children and pets. Due to their smaller size, butane canisters can be stored in large drawers, cupboards, garages, closets and utility storerooms.

Which is safer to store butane or propane?

Butane is less toxic than propane gas, and can be used and stored indoors, making it a huge winner for campers everywhere. Ounce for ounce, butane contains more energy than propane, to the tune about 12% more, so you get more heating and cooking time from butane.

What should you not do with butane?

Take precautions to avoid inhaling butane when using it for cooking, heating, or lighting. Keep butane canisters away from heat, sparks, open flame, and hot surfaces. Don't smoke near butane or light a cigarette when using it. Store butane in a well-ventilated area away from direct sunlight and food and drink.

What is the difference between patio gas and propane?

Whats the difference between Patio Gas and Propane? Put simply, there is none! They are both propane, however the Patio Gas cylinder fits a clip on regulator and the Propane cylinder fits a screw in regulator... simple when you know!

What's the difference between red and blue 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.

Which gas cylinder is best for camping?

The amount of gas most people use when camping can easily be accommodated with smaller gas cylinders, so aim to get a cylinder less than 15kg (and a 15kg cylinder is still a big cylinder for camping). A Calor 4.5kg Butane Cylinder is a recommended size.

What lasts longer propane or butane?

A bottle of butane will typically last longer than a similar size bottle of propane.