What does 1/2 reading on LP Gauge mean
I understand my 28 gal lp tank can only be filled to 80% (22.4 gal). So when I read the guage on the tank and it indicates 1/2 (approximately) does that mean 1/2 of 22.4 or 1/2 of 28? Thanks
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The gauge should show the propane level, not the tank total capacity.
Same in cars and trucks, where you have air bubble for fuel expansion.
That said none of those gauges is too accurate so you might want to calibrate them.
The best way I figure out is take a look at propane tank on cold morning, where condensation sets on filled part.
They also make thermal tapes that can sense the actual level.
I wold advise to run the tank empty or very low from time to time.
Had it on older motorhome that was refilled too often and it accumulated heavy fractions at lower 1/2 of the tank.
When I start drawing that low, the water heater would smoke heavily putting sot on whole side.
Same in cars and trucks, where you have air bubble for fuel expansion.
That said none of those gauges is too accurate so you might want to calibrate them.
The best way I figure out is take a look at propane tank on cold morning, where condensation sets on filled part.
They also make thermal tapes that can sense the actual level.
I wold advise to run the tank empty or very low from time to time.
Had it on older motorhome that was refilled too often and it accumulated heavy fractions at lower 1/2 of the tank.
When I start drawing that low, the water heater would smoke heavily putting sot on whole side.
