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Explorer

Dec 13, 2013

old propane tanks

I have two 20 pound propane tanks which have a mfg date of 1995, both tanks have the new style valve so I would believe they have been re-certified but I don't know where the re-certification date would be located. It seems that the local gas stations that sell propane don't check the dates when refilling and it causes me some concern. Can anyone tell me where the re-certification date can be found ?.

35 Replies

Alfred622
Explorer
Dec 13, 2013
Traded mine (old style valve too) at Blue Rhino stations at discount home store - and yes, I told that to the clerk - they said that would be ok.
pkunk
Explorer
Dec 13, 2013
Most places never look for a re-certification date of the tank has an OPD valve.
BTW, refer them as DOT cylinders or bottles to get accurate info.
bob213
Explorer
Dec 13, 2013
Traded mine at Walmart without a problem.
ericosmith
Explorer
Dec 13, 2013
Not necessarily, I have tanks with new style valves that are beyond the 13 years (or whatever that time is). Propane dealer said to take them to an exchange place rather than recertify.
DO_N_DAT
Explorer
Dec 13, 2013
The new date would be scribed in the upper rim where the manufacture date is.