The different types of LPG

 
 
 
 

There are two different types of LPG – Propane and Butane. Propane (red and green cylinders) has a lower boiling point than Butane (blue cylinders) and is stored at a higher pressure so it is more suited for storage outside. Butane’s boiling point (conversion from liquid to gas) is around 0˚C so in colder conditions around this temperature it will not work.

» Propane and Butane

Propane and butane are the liquefied petroleum gases most commonly found commercially. For differing applications LPG is available in either bulk storage pressure vessels which can be situated above ground or underground, or, as most commonly seen, in gas cylinders / bottles.

» Butane

Butane is predominately used for mobile heaters and leisure applications through the warmer months and can commonly be found in blue gas cylinders

» Propane

Propane is predominately used for domestic heating, cooking and numerous commercial and industrial applications and is stored in bulk tanks which can be situated above ground or underground. It is also used for leisure applications, when it is found in red cylinders or green Patio Gas® cylinders.

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