Propane questions

[Boatmonkey]

I wasn't exactly sure where to post this question. I searched originally, but it's such a broad topic that I wasn't getting any useful information. Anyways, what I'm looking for is information on what all I need to connect a 20lb propane tank to my Coleman camping stove, propane lantern, etc. I think I read somewhere that the camping equipment needs low pressure supply and the tank is high pressure. Also, any recommendations on the best propane tree and hoses? I plan to mount the tank to my trailer and then run all of the accessories off of the main tank. I'm done with the little 1lb green canisters. Thanks for any help.

 

[VanWaLife]

Here's what I'm using. Usually the devices designed for the green bottles have the regulator built in, at least my Coleman-fold-and-go and my Buddy heater do. I don't think switching to the big tank requires a different regulator.
But devices like BBQ's and hot water heaters that are designed to run off the big tank usually require a hose with an in-line regulator. Here's what I use for my water heater:
I'm pretty happy with this splitter:
The hoses frequently come with teflon tape to seal the threads, but I break my setup down when I break camp, so I don't use the tape. Hasn't been a problem so far.

 

[tx-jeremy]

Here's what I'm using. Usually the devices designed for the green bottles have the regulator built in, at least my Coleman-fold-and-go and my Buddy heater do. I don't think switching to the big tank requires a different regulator.
But devices like BBQ's and hot water heaters that are designed to run off the big tank usually require a hose with an in-line regulator. Here's what I use for my water heater:
I'm pretty happy with this splitter:
The hoses frequently come with teflon tape to seal the threads, but I break my setup down when I break camp, so I don't use the tape. Hasn't been a problem so far.

I’m really interested in your answer to OP’s question but your embedded images didn’t seem to come through for me.


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[Alloy]

Yeah something is funny with the links

try searching for "High-Pressure Propane Tank Adapter Hose,1lb to 20lb"

Be aware you are running 300psi propane through the hose vs. the 0.5PSI for a propane fire pit.

Over time the crimp connection at the hose will start to leak so keep an eye on it.

 

[jadmt]

Here's what I'm using. Usually the devices designed for the green bottles have the regulator built in, at least my Coleman-fold-and-go and my Buddy heater do. I don't think switching to the big tank requires a different regulator.
But devices like BBQ's and hot water heaters that are designed to run off the big tank usually require a hose with an in-line regulator. Here's what I use for my water heater:
I'm pretty happy with this splitter:
The hoses frequently come with teflon tape to seal the threads, but I break my setup down when I break camp, so I don't use the tape. Hasn't been a problem so far.

yup exactly what I have been using for years with my blackstone grill, coleman stove and portable fire pit. I use both a 5lb tank and 20lb tank depending on how long I am out for. I would suggest getting an extra hose adaptor tho as once the little plastic ring in one of mine broke and I could not get a seal which left me dead in the water as far as using the bigger tanks. Not sure how it happened but it did.

 

[jadmt]

Here's what I'm using. Usually the devices designed for the green bottles have the regulator built in, at least my Coleman-fold-and-go and my Buddy heater do. I don't think switching to the big tank requires a different regulator.
But devices like BBQ's and hot water heaters that are designed to run off the big tank usually require a hose with an in-line regulator. Here's what I use for my water heater:
I'm pretty happy with this splitter:
The hoses frequently come with teflon tape to seal the threads, but I break my setup down when I break camp, so I don't use the tape. Hasn't been a problem so far.

links all work for me.

 

[Boatmonkey]

Here's what I'm using. Usually the devices designed for the green bottles have the regulator built in, at least my Coleman-fold-and-go and my Buddy heater do. I don't think switching to the big tank requires a different regulator.
But devices like BBQ's and hot water heaters that are designed to run off the big tank usually require a hose with an in-line regulator. Here's what I use for my water heater:
I'm pretty happy with this splitter:
The hoses frequently come with teflon tape to seal the threads, but I break my setup down when I break camp, so I don't use the tape. Hasn't been a problem so far.

Thanks for your help! That's exactly what I was looking for.

 

[rnArmy]

I bought this hose for my Mr. Buddy heater. I figure if it'll work on the heater (which also uses the 1lb greenies), then it should work on my other items that use the 1lb cylinders. Haven't confirmed it though (gosh darn it; those greenies are just so convenient to use in my other applications). I've got a 5lb tank on my trailer.

 

[Teardropper]

I really don't think you want that high-pressure line running any length. The wrong rock at the wrong time could cause a major fire.

A regulator will dumb it down from 150 or PSI to about 2 pounds.

I have to run two regulators because my heater and stove need two different pressures –you shouldn't.

Tony

 

[billiebob]

Learn something new everyday.
No way would I consider connecting a hose without a regulator at the 20# tank.
Who'd a thought it was a thing to do.

ahh, facebook

 

[WOODY2]

Learn something new everyday.
No way would I consider connecting a hose without a regulator at the 20# tank.
Who'd a thought it was a thing to do.

ahh, facebook

Some BBQ's do it.

 

[billiebob]

Some BBQ's do it.

I'm sure but the high pressure natural gas line comes to my house meter and is stepped down before entering my house. I cannot imagine risking damage to a high pressure rubber line entering an RV. But there is that saying..... darwanism fixes it all.

 

[WOODY2]

I'm sure but the high pressure natural gas line comes to my house meter and is stepped down before entering my house. I cannot imagine risking damage to a high pressure rubber line entering an RV. But there is that saying..... darwanism fixes it all.

I was referring to home BBQ's. I concur on dangerous.

 

[Teardropper]

Some BBQ's do it.

Do you have an example?

 

[WOODY2]

Do you have an example?

Charbroil for one.