L.P. TANK ?

SidecarFlip wrote:
One of my good friends is a propane supplier and every time I call my propane tank a tank, I get corrected. It's actually called a bottle, not a tank....lol

its a cylinder :)

I see enough links/quotes to reliable sites that IMHO whoever wants to know the difference between ASME tank and DOT cylinder - should get it by now.
Those who prefer to use slang - it is their choice but they risk constant misunderstanding.
Coming to horizontal v/s vertical cylinders - done well both should offer the same % of propane to air bubble. Since that is forced by bleeding pipe and OPD valve - you will find some variations.
Horizontal tanks can offer slight advantage in low temperatures. Propane needs to absorb heat to vaporize and those using them in winter might experience tank freeze. At low propane level horizontal tank offers more contact surface.
I read several reports from members camping at -20F and they did not report tank freeze. I guess the build-in compartment offers enough heat coming from inside so propane freeze never happens regardless shape of cylinder.

Bedlam wrote:

Clarryhill wrote:
Way back when I was a working man, we used to call the larger containers "pigs" and "piglets".

I'm still a working man and we use those containers to cook our pigs and piglets when coals are not available...

LOL...

Oasisbob wrote:
My son & I just bought a used SIX PAC truck camper for his Ford Ranger. The LP tank is a single #20 layed on it's side. Is a tank laid on it's side different from a standard vertical tank like on my HTT? Is is required to be inspected as with other tanks? Thanks

It isn't a bad idea to have any propane vessel inspected. You can do some inspection for rust on the exterior. No matter what type it is it should be able to be pressure tested for safety. Typically propane bottles/tanks/cylinder should have their outlet discharge on the top when rested securely for obvious reasons. Posting a picture of what you have would help.

I'm a long, long way from being any kind of an expert on propane and it's tanks, but somewhat related to the OP's question:

An issue I've always wondered about is the performance of propane appliances when fed by a vertical propane tank of X gallon capacity versus a horizontal propane tank of the same X gallon capacity. I think I read somewhere that there might be an issue related to the amount of surface area of the liquid in a propane tank having some affect on the amount of propane in gaseous form being available from that liquid propane.

Wouldn't a horizontal tank have, on average, have more liquid surface area exposed than a vertical tank? And if so, which would most reliably power propane appliances at various altitudes and at various outside temperatures?

I'd like some real expert explanations on which is best for optimum propane gas delivery day-in and day-out ... a horizontal tank or a vertical tank.

Thanks in advance.

I'm sorry that I brought up tank vs cylinder but it seemed to be part of the answer about inspections. I also suggested thar the op go talk to a professional and get the rules from soomeone who should know.

What else should he do while the show goes on?

Kayteg1 wrote:
Reddog1 why don't you make different handle for your personal replies in the topics?
You post misleading opinion, in conflict with your own links and then use your moderator respect to back-up from the mess.
Don't think that can benefit anything.

You need to be more clear on what you are asking. Give it some thought, you might have a valid point.

It has been a while since I have posted it, but when I make a post wearing my moderator's hat, I put Wayne, Moderator at the bottom of my post. If my post is as a member only, I will make no entry at the bottom or simply enter Wayne.

If I had a choice, Moderator would not show on the left side of the screen. My ego is such I need not stand out. Fact is it would be great if as moderator, I would have nothing to do.

Wayne

Kayteg1 wrote:

Reddog1 wrote:
Kayteg1, it appears you did not look at the links I provided..

I did. It clearly says
1-The primary focus of this section is ASME propane tanks that are filled on site at a residential or commercial installation.
2. DOT cylinders or other bottles >> The most common type of LP Gas container is the propane cylinder, commonly known as a bottle.

This is technical forum, we should not stir the pot by introducing common slang here.
Frankly the only time I heard somebody saying "bottle" - he was referring to those small disposable cylinders, never to RV containers.

I tried to ignore this, and probably should have. I gotta say, where did this come from.

The first link I provided has photo of Propane Tanks of various sizes. Did you see any mention of "cylinder"?

The second link I provided refers to about sixteen "propane tanks" for sale. Did you see any mention of "cylinder"?

The third link I provided referred to Portable tanks, known as bottles or cylinders. Are you referring to this link in your comment?

I think it is worth noting, not only is this a Truck Camper Forum it is not a technical forum. Personally, I do knot feel qualified to say what is or is not slang on this subject. I can offer my understanding and what I have read and supporting links. I will not make statements like "It is not a bottle, but cylinder.
Tanks are those big things that are bolted to RV frame and have the big fill up valves that can load 30 gallons in just couple of minutes. "

I really doubt there is anything more I can offer on the subject other than to keep an open mind and hesitate before making an absolute statement. Not only can absolute statements cost people lots of money, they can impact their health and safety.

Reddog1 why don't you make different handle for your personal replies in the topics?
You post misleading opinion, in conflict with your own links and then use your moderator respect to back-up from the mess.
Don't think that can benefit anything.

SidecarFlip wrote:
Boy, did I stir up a mess of poop....lol

I disagree. I think the issue is that some members cannot accept the thought that they are not all knowing. They are not open minded enough to consider there may be other thoughts, ideas, names, terms, etc. It is simply a mater of them being all knowing and having the last word of any subject. It is really a shame, I think they are very knowledgeable, but get so obsessed with being correct they go out in left field. Fact is, it puts their credibility in question on any subject they post in.

As a moderator, I read about 90 to 95% of the post on the TC Forum. I have been doing this since about 2005. Think maybe I have an idea as to who is blowing smoke? We have some really knowledgeable members, and they post often. I will say, if a member makes a post on almost every thread, seldom with no questions, stating if you had one he had two, reader might want to think carefully about following the advice given. I will also add, if anyone speaks in absolutes, it is in your bust interest to look elsewhere for information.