2006-06-12 22:52:58 · 18 answers · asked by Marxsparx 3 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
If you're in North America, you most likely have Propane (white tanks). If you are anywhere else, you could have either Butane (blue tanks) or Propane (red tanks). Both are also called Liquified Petroleum Gas or LPG and classified as such.
The differences, aside from the name and formula weight, and actual components in the blend, really comes down to use. If you plan to BBQ in the winter, Propane is a better choice as it will vaporize from a liquid to a gas in temperatures below freezing, while Butane stops vaporizing around the freezing mark. In the summertime, either can be safely used.
Don't forget my steak!!!!
2006-06-12 23:14:12 · answer #1 · answered by Joe 1 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Refer to Joe above. An informed answer. Most of these answers are reflective of grave ignorance. The BTU variance between butane & propane is minimal and both are LP Gas. Making a safe tank connection is the key here. Refer to manufacturers instructions for connection & always leak test your connections.
2006-06-14 05:39:53 · answer #2 · answered by DaBrain 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, they are two distinctly different gases and the equipment is different for using each. You could be risking serious injury by using the butane instead of the propane. Instructions are written for very good reasons. Mostly, as in this case, they are written to protect the user.
2006-06-13 03:06:29 · answer #3 · answered by quietwalker 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The only real difference between Propane and Butane is that one has a lower freezing point, so you can't use it in colder climates, but if I were you I'd ask the dude that sold you either the BBQ or the gas.
2006-06-12 23:30:02 · answer #4 · answered by Moggy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Where did you get the Butane, ask them, I think its all LPG, so it should work, but verfi that with the Supplier. LPG is Liquid Petroleum Gas, its all Natural gas turned to a Liquid by Refrigeration. It turns back to gas when Air hits. Make sure you ask a Propane Dealer or a Butane Dealer,
2006-06-12 23:04:55 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can give it a try once you understand the difference b/w the 2 fuels that will make a difference in the way they behave. Bubbabss
2006-06-12 23:09:38 · answer #6 · answered by yinka b 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This has got to be the sorriest collection of half assed answers I've seen so far. No-one has a clue apart from JOE. He's the only one that has given a sensible answer.
If you don't know, don't answer !
2006-06-13 12:39:53 · answer #7 · answered by sir_baggytrousers 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Its always safer to follow manufacturers instructions and recommendations . There for a reason.
2006-06-13 01:41:01 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, it wouldn't burn with the same heat, and the burners are set for the specific gas, use only the fuel specified.
2006-06-12 23:40:43 · answer #9 · answered by mike-from-spain 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
l would follow the instructions for safety.
2006-06-12 22:55:33 · answer #10 · answered by scooby.doo 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋