A Small Patio Gas Bottle From Calor is Perfect For Your Small Patio Area

This budget-friendly BBQ is a great option for a small patio. It has all the features of our top pick, and it's a breeze to use!

If you're planning an BBQ or al fresco pizza night, or just want to keep warm when the cold evenings begin to start to draw in, the 5kg patio gas bottle is the ideal solution.

What is an Patio Gas Bottle?

A patio gas bottle is a form of LPG (liquefied petroleum gas) cylindrical that is designed to be used with outdoor appliances such as barbecues and heaters for the patio. It's available in green bottles of up to 13kg and will fit a standard 27mm clip on regulator.

Patio gas differs from propane since it's a brand of LPG that has been reformulated specifically for outdoor use. It's available as propane or butane. Both are equally effective and can be used for outdoor appliances like barbecues and patio gas heater for sale heaters. However, propane is better suited for colder temperatures.

All of our patio propane bottles come with an Gas Trac indicator, so you will know when the gas is low. They also work for a wide variety of BBQs and outdoor heating equipment. If you're using a grill that has only one or two burners then our 5kg gas bottle for patio use is ideal and will last for a good amount of time before you have to refill it.

If you have or are planning to purchase a larger barbecue with four or more burners, then we recommend our 13kg propane amazon gas patio heater bottle for patio use. This bottle is not only suitable for barbecues, but will also provide you with enough gas to run your patio heater during the long summer evenings.

Propane and butane have slightly different boiling points. While butane is a little warmer than propane, propane boils at about -42degC. This means that propane is better suited to outdoor use whilst butane is suitable for indoor use for appliances such as portable heaters or single-burner cooking appliances.

The cylinder valve that is found on all of our gas bottles is connected to a regulator that regulates the pressure the gas patio heater sale that is liquefied releases through when connected to an appliance. This is important because the temperature of the appliance may affect the rate of gas release which could cause damage or a fire. The regulator connects to cylinder head via the screw or clip in the regulator, which will be dependent on what kind of bottle and cylinder you have purchased.

What is a Patio Gas Cylinder?

It can be confusing to use the term "porch gas" since it could refer to either butane or propane. However it is true that, like the name suggests, patio gas is specifically a type of LPG cylinder that is sold with outdoor appliances, such as barbecues and garden patio heater gas heaters in mind. The cylinders are of a certain size and shape and are only used with these types of appliances. They have a unique valve and connector that may not fit regular BBQ gas bottles or other appliances that do not have the conversion kit.

The majority of leisure equipment comes with a regulator that reduces the pressure as the gas flows from the bottle into the appliance. The regulators are connected to heads of the cylinders using a screw or clip connection according to the size and kind of bottle (see below for more details). Propane and Butane are two kinds of LPG. However, they have different boiling points, so you cannot interchange them unless you also alter the gas regulator on your appliance.

All Calor propane and butane gas bottles come with the Gas Trac indicator. This will let you know when to replace your gas cylinder. The test date of your cylinder can be found on one of the side collars. It is stamped with two numbers and a letter. The letter denotes the quarter in which the test is due (A for the first B for the second, A for the first and then on) and the number is a reference to the year.

Patio gas cylinders have a green lid and are made to be used conjunction with a clip-on controller measuring 27mm. It can also be used with butane barbecues and indoor portable heaters, and other compatible appliances that run on propane or butane.

5kg Patio Gas Bottle

The 5kg bottles of gas for patios are ideal for tabletop barbecues and patio heaters that have 3 burners or less. It comes with easy-to-carry handles and a gas level indicator on the bottle to let you know when it's time for a refill. The smaller propane bottle from Calor can last for up to 14 barbecue sessions, making it an excellent choice for your backyard.

The bottles are compatible with different regulators that connect the bottle to your outdoor heater or barbecue. These propane gas bottles also usually feature a built in Gas Trac Indicator to show you when it's time to get a refill. You'll also find that the majority of small propane gas bottles are equipped with a strap for the shoulder to help you carry it and store.

Butane and propane are often sold in bottles that look like. Butane is sold in blue cylinders, and is great for camping, single-burner cooking equipment, and indoor portable heating. Propane is, on the other hand Small Patio Gas is available in cylinders of green, and is used to power outdoor appliances such as barbeques and patio heat.

Both types of gas come in a range of sizes, ranging from 3.9kg to 47kg. This range includes both 'clip on' and'screw in' propane cylinders. Cylinders that 'clip on' can be connected to your barbecue by pushing them onto the propane regulator, whereas'screw in' propane bottled require you to screw them into place.

The cost of propane gas is dependent on the size of your bottle as well as if you have to pay a one-time cylinder rental fee. To avoid paying this additional cost it is best to purchase your propane gas bottle from a store that sells both 'clip on and screw on' propane cylinders so you can pick which one is best suited to your barbecue or patio heater. A lot of retailers offer both types of propane cylinders so you can select the one that is most suitable for your requirements. Comparing propane gas prices on the internet is a fantastic method to ensure you are getting the best deal.

13kg Patio Gas Bottle

The 13kg patio bottle is ideal for barbecues as it has the power to power small and medium barbecues (3 burners or less) pizza ovens, and Chimeneas. It's also the most popular option for camping and fuelling cooking and heating appliances in static and touring caravans. It can also be employed in narrow boats as well as catering vehicles.

Gas bottles for patio use are basically large propane gas cylinders. When they are connected to a BBQ, the regulator on the bottle converts the propane liquid into usable gas for the appliance. The correct type of regulator should be fitted to the BBQ to attain the desired pressure. The regulator must be removed and the gas bottle safely stored away when not in use to provide to protect against gas leaks.

Propane is more suitable for outdoor use in colder temperatures than butane. Gas bottles for patio use are typically green, whereas red propane cylinders come with screw-in regulators and come in a range of sizes ranging from 3.9kg up to 47kg.

A 13kg gas container holds approximately 26 litres of propane liquid that can provide hours of grilling time depending on the size and performance of the BBQ. Gas bottles can be extended by using an efficient BBQ, checking gas levels regularly and adopting the most efficient practices.

It's always best to keep your gas bottle outside in a location that is cool and Small Patio Gas dry. It's not recommended to store it inside, as this increases the chance of explosion or fire particularly if there's an electrical fault. It is also recommended to keep the gas bottle away from flame-prone objects, like curtains and clothing.

When it's time to replace the gas bottle for your patio heater gas cylinder make sure you remove the regulator and clean the valves before reattaching them. Empty gas bottles should not be thrown in the regular garbage due to the environmental and safety hazards. Bring your gas bottles in their empty state to a recycling facility that accepts them, or call the manufacturer for return and commercial collection options.