LPG Gas Cylinder and Tank Sizes
Our standard LPG cylinder sizes are 45kg, 90kg, 190kg and 210kg. An LPG cylinder is a storage vessel made from welded steel and is designed for the required pressures and heat expansion of the stored hydrocarbon gases, including propane and butane. Our larger LPG cylinders (190kg and 210kg) are frequently seen at petrol stations for the decanting of LPG into smaller cylinder sizes for use in Forklifts and portable gas appliances like BBQs and patio heaters.
LPG cylinders include everything from small BBQ bottles to larger 210kg LPG cylinders. For larger quantities, LPG tanks (propane tanks), LPG bullet tanks, and giant Horton Spheres are used.
What is the Difference Between Industrial LPG Cylinders and Domestic LPG Gas Bottles
LPG bottles and bulk LPG are reliable alternatives to natural gas for home and industry use. There is no difference in the gas provided to industrial and domestic users regarding LPG use. The rate of use means that more liquid LPG needs to be vaporized, and that typically means a larger vessel (tank).
You’ll need a larger LPG cylinder for heavier heating usage, including home heating, hot water systems, and commercial applications, than you would need for outdoor cooking.
Residential LPG gas bottles and industrial LPG cylinders are identical except for the applications.
LPG Storage Tanks
The most common LPG cylinder sizes are 45kg gas bottles, followed by 90 kg gas bottles and 210kg LPG cylinders. Half-tonne and one-tonne LPG storage tank sizes would be common for large country properties, farms, and smaller commercial enterprises.
Our standard LPG tank sizes range from 0.5 tonnes up to 50 tonnes and larger LPG storage tank sizes. LPG tanks come in various LPG tank sizes (propane tank sizes) for use in LPG bulk storage. LPG cylinders are used for less storage. A good conversion rate to remember for cylinder capacity is that 1 kilogram is approximately equal to 1.96 litres of LPG.
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LPG Tank Sizes – Fuel Tank Weight: LPG Tank Capacity (tonnes) |
LPG Tank Sizes: Diameter (mm) |
LPG Tank Sizes: Length (mm) |
LPG Tank Sizes: Capacity (L) |
| 0.5 tonne LPG Tank | 915mm | 2250mm | 980 litres |
| 1 tonne LPG Tank | 1065mm | 2690mm | 1960 litres |
| 2 tonne LPG Tank | 1220mm | 3920mm | 3920 litres |
| 2.5 tonne LPG Tank | 1220mm | 5940mm | 4900 litres |
| 3 tonne LPG Tank | 1220mm | 7960mm | 5880 litres |
LPG tank sizes (propane tank sizes) shown are indicative. Actual LPG gas tank sizes can vary. Extremely large LPG tank sizes (propane tank sizes) are also available.
LPG Tank Regulations – LPG Tank Siting Location Regulations
All of our LPG tank installations comply with relevant LPG tank regulations, including LPG tank siting location regulations.
What are LPG Tanks Made Of?
LPG tanks are typically made of welded steel, aluminium, or composites. Steel is by far the most common material, as it is the easiest to fabricate and low-cost. Some cylinders are made of aluminium or composites to save on weight, but not larger tanks.
What Size LPG Cylinder or Tank Do I Need?
The most common Residential home set up is a pair of 45kg (88 Litre) LPG cylinders. We also supply 90kg and 210kg LPG cylinders for properties with high LPG usage, and even larger LPG tanks are available for heavy users.
ELGAS will help you to determine which cylinder or tank size is appropriate for you, based on the gas load and projected consumption. LPG tank sizes also affect vaporisation rates, which must meet peak gas load.
Commercial LPG Storage Vessel Sizes
The LPG tank sizes for LPG tank bulk storage are a cost-effective energy source that varies for different application solutions. LPG tank storage vessels are sometimes called “LPG Bullet Tanks”; these LPG tanks are for commercial, industrial, and agricultural applications. Our LPG technicians will supply bulk LPG at your delivery location and load your commercial LPG storage vessels on-site.
LPG Storage Tank Design Standards and Siting Regulations
LPG tanks must comply with LPG storage tank design standards to qualify as reliable supplies for home and industrial use. When the LPG tanks are installed, they must also follow LPG tank siting regulations or regulations, which take into account propane tank safety regulations.
Purchasing an LPG Storage Tank for bulk LPG supply
The price of buying an LPG tank outright can cost in the tens of thousands of dollars or even more for very large LPG tanks. This is why most LPG Gas suppliers provide the tank and then charge an ongoing service charge fee which covers the cost of purchasing and maintaining the tank to the required standards.
Once the tank is installed, bulk LPG can be supplied and the LPG gas is priced per litre. Bulk LPG gas prices are based on tanker deliveries straight into the LPG tank.
The price of renting an LPG storage tank varies depending on the tank’s size, the duration of the contract, and various other commercial considerations.
New to LPG? Choose ELGAS.
No matter what you require in an LPG tank, ELGAS has an LPG tank solution to fit the needs of your business, and reliable LPG bulk gas deliveries you can count on.
♦ LPG cylinders for either exchange or bulk refill from a tanker delivery for small to medium volume LPG gas users.
♦ Larger Bulk gas storage LPG tanks for higher volume users
ELGAS is one of Australia’s largest LPG solution provider and services the LPG energy needs of more than 350,000 homes and businesses. Whether you are looking for LPG for your home, your business, or SWAP’n’GO for your BBQ, contact ELGAS today!