5lb Propane Tanks
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stingray1300
Explorer
Ah! I didn't even know they made those. Thanks, I'll look into them...
rayra
Expedition Leader
Camping World has them, both 4.5# and 11# and yes they cost a good bit more than a standard 20# tank.
http://www.campingworld.com/search/...mode+matchallpartial&Ntk=primary&Nty=1&Ntpc=1
when I don't want the weight I just take the partially used 20# tank from my backyard grill (I have 3 tanks). Still a bulky tank, but I got room for it. But I also use the Coleman gas distribution pipe / tree, the one that lets you hook up both a stove and a lantern head. So the bigger 20# tank is a plus for that. If I ever get around to switching things to LEDs I guess I wont need that and will switch back to using 1# tanks on my stove. Have a bunch of them already, for multiple purposes. 2-burner stove, 1-burner, Heater Buddy for household emergency or garage use. And you can use a welding torch head on a 1-lb 'camping' tank. Same fitting as those taller / skinnier welding gas tanks.
http://www.campingworld.com/search/...mode+matchallpartial&Ntk=primary&Nty=1&Ntpc=1
when I don't want the weight I just take the partially used 20# tank from my backyard grill (I have 3 tanks). Still a bulky tank, but I got room for it. But I also use the Coleman gas distribution pipe / tree, the one that lets you hook up both a stove and a lantern head. So the bigger 20# tank is a plus for that. If I ever get around to switching things to LEDs I guess I wont need that and will switch back to using 1# tanks on my stove. Have a bunch of them already, for multiple purposes. 2-burner stove, 1-burner, Heater Buddy for household emergency or garage use. And you can use a welding torch head on a 1-lb 'camping' tank. Same fitting as those taller / skinnier welding gas tanks.
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Davev1954
Supporting Grouch
I don't see a 5 lb listed at Camping world. The 4.5 lb is a different beast. I only mention this as I am shopping for a 5 lb right now. Thanks
http://www.amazon.com/Manchester-Tank-10054-ACME-Vertical/dp/B000243QA0/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1440865314&sr=8-2&keywords=5+lb+propane&pebp=1440865320074&perid=1562RWBYZRB28AWFECR5
jwilson2598
Adventurer
Is that a 10# Manchester? Curious if it's the same diameter as their 5# tank, just taller.
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4runnerteq
Explorer
Bit the bullet and got mine from adventure trailers and their bracket. Yes it was pricey, but I like it. Saves my back from lifting the 20#Er out of the m416. No bad back on camping trip = priceless.
outdoornate65
Adventurer
Scout,
Where did you get that lid organizer for the Pelican Case? I'm rocking a 1600 series for my camp kitchen and that might be a nice addition....
Thanks,
Nate
rayra
Expedition Leader
Is it the specific form factor that you are after? I don't really see the meaningful difference between a 4.5 and a 5. Other than the .5. They're in the same 'class'. Just curious what mandates a 5 but not a 4.5
Scoutman
Explorer
Yes, that is a 10# manchester tank. If I recall it was the same ~9" dia as the 5# tank but ~18" tall vs, 12" or so for the 5#
Scoutman
Explorer
I got it on Amazon. It is a 1609 lid organizer and should fit most of the 1600 series pelican cases. Most of the newer 1600 cases have built in bosses to the lid that align with the holes in the organizer for attachment screws. Some of the older cases (like the one I have) don't have those bosses so you'll have to use some 3m VHB tape or similar to hold it in place.
Hi-Jack over. :ylsmoke:
Scoutman
Explorer
I went through this question when I bought my tank and from what I remember there were 2 main brands. Manchester and Worthington. There wasn't much difference between the 2 cost wise but shape and dimensions were slightly different. There may be others available and this is mainly concerning vertical DOT steel tanks, not marine or aluminum or horizontal tanks.
Basically what it boils down to is...
-Mancester tanks are labeled as 5# or 10# or 11# tanks
Manchester 5# tank (1.2 gal, 12" tall, 8" dia)
Manchester 10# tank (2.4 gal, 17.4" tall, 8.9" dia)
Manchester 11# tank (just a short squatty 20#) (2.6 gal, 12.4" tall, 12.2" dia)
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-Worthington tanks are labeled as 4.25# or 11# tanks
Worthington 4.25# (note it's base is different) (1 gal, 11.8" tall, 9.1" dia)
Worthington 11# (2.6 gal, 16.8" tall, 9.1" dia)
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And here's the standard run of the mill 20# bbq tank that can be exchanged at many common convenience or hardware stores. These fit perfectly in a milk crate to keep them more stable. Typically ~18" tall and 12.2" dia.
Since liquid propane weighs 4.2# per gallon at 60* the slight differences in tank sizes/volumes are what I believe are throwing off the ID of these tanks and make this somewhat confusing. Anyway, hope this helps clear up some things...
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jwilson2598
Adventurer
Awesome, thanks for the info. So far the 5# has proved sufficient, but being able to upgrade without needing a new mount if needed later would be great.
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Pitchpt
Observer
I got my tank at our local Cal Ranch store for $50. They sell on-line as well: http://www.calranch.com/manchester-propane-tank-5-lb.
trailscape
Explorer
If anyone is still looking for these. The Manchester 5# tank is shipping for under 60 bucks on Amazon presently. I also found one at Ace Hardware today for 55.