Bulk Gas Tank Sizes – Commercial Gas Tank
An LPG gas tank is typically a large multi-tonne bulk gas tank. A bulk gas tank, made from welded steel, ranges in size from 0.5 tonnes up to 50 tonnes and larger.
LPG gas tank may be galvanized, and are painted in light reflective colours, like white or silver.
Our standard LPG tank sizes are 45kg, 90kg, 190kg and 210kg.
An LPG gas tank 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 gas tank sizes (190kg and 210kg) are frequently seen at petrol stations for the decanting of LPG into smaller cylinder sizes for use in BBQs and patio heaters.
For larger quantities, a bulk gas tank, bullet LPG tanks, and giant Horton Spheres are used.
What is the Difference Between Commercial Gas Bottle and Domestic LPG Gas Bottles
An LPG gas bottle and a bulk LPG gas tank are reliable alternatives to natural gas for home and commercial gas use.
There is no difference in the bulk gas provided to commercial gas 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 LPG gas tank.
You’ll need larger LPG tanks for heavier heating usage, including home heating, hot water systems, and commercial gas applications, than you would need for outdoor cooking.
Residential LPG gas bottle and commercial gas bottle are identical except for the applications.
LPG Tanks – Bulk Gas Tank
Half-tonne and one-tonne bulk gas tank sizes would be common for large country properties, farms, and smaller commercial gas enterprises.
Our standard LPG gas tank sizes range from 0.5 tonnes up to 50 tonnes and larger bulk gas tank sizes.
LPG tanks come in various LPG tank sizes (LPG bulk storage tank sizes) for use in LPG bulk gas storage.
LPG cylinders are used for lesser 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 (LPG bulk storage 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 gas tank regulations, including LPG tank siting location regulations.
What is an LPG Gas Tank Made Of?
LPG gas tank is 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 (see image).
Some cylinders are made of aluminium or composites to save on weight, but not for a larger LPG tank.
What Size LPG Tank Do I Need?
The most common home set up is a pair of 45kg (88 Litre) LPG tanks.
We also supply 90kg and 210kg LPG tanks for properties with high LPG usage, and even larger LPG tanks are available for heavy users.
ELGAS will help you to determine which LPG 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 Gas Tank Sizes
The LPG gas tank sizes for LPG tank bulk storage are a cost-effective energy source that varies for different commercial gas application solutions.
LPG bulk storage tank sizes are sometimes called “Bullet LPG Tanks”; these LPG tanks are for commercial gas and agricultural applications.
Our LPG technicians will supply bulk LPG tanks at your delivery location and load your commercial gas tank on-site.
LPG Gas Tank Design Standards and Siting Regulations
An LPG gas tank must comply with bulk LPG gas tank design standards to qualify as reliable supplies for home and commercial gas use.
When the LPG tanks are installed, they must also follow LPG tank siting regulations or regulations, which take into account propane gas tank safety regulations.
Acquiring a Bulk Gas Tank for Bulk Gas Supply
The price of buying a bulk gas 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 bulk gas 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 bulk gas tank is installed, bulk gas can be supplied and the commercial gas is priced per litre.
Bulk gas prices are based on tanker deliveries straight into the bulk gas tank.
The price of renting a bulk gas 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.
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