Can I run this on a small propane tank (5 gallon/20# unit same as for a typical grill)?
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Yes, this burner is ships set up to use a 20# propane tank. Due to the high output, something like ~210,000 BTU it does use propane quite quickly and can empty a full tank (running wide open) in the matter of an hour or two. I use mine for home brewing and love it. it takes about 2/3 of a tank to brew a 6 gallon batch. I also recommend you make a windscreen for the base out of sheet metal to increase efficiency.
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Not sure. I dont think so but I highly recommend to do it if you. The refilling of the smaller propane tanks is a hastle. I even bought 3 of these tanks so I could minimize the back and forth to get them refilled.
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This heater requires at least a 100 pound propane tank for use. It cannot be used with a 20 lb. BBQ tank.
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I have this hooked to my house natural gas. It produces a great deal of heat with a significant gas flow. Although I haven't tried it with Propane I would guess a 20lb tank would be inadequate for the type of gas flow and heat produced.
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As long as the connector(s) are the same - it should work no problem. I believe propane threading/connectors are universal, so you should be ok. But Im not an expert. The only other caveat is that when using this pit at its highest setting you may go thru the smaller tank quickly. Ive only used my pit for maybe 30 min - 45 min at a time (on my patio) and I switch the tank between this and my grill all the time - so I cannot give accurate info on how long a 5# tank would last at full flame - but I have only refilled my 20# tank twice since I bought this nearly 2 years ago. From a standpoint of quality, its awesome. This thing is a tank and has lasted great so far. As long as the connector(s) are the same - it should work no problem. I believe propane threading/connectors are universal, so you should be ok. But Im not an expert. The only other caveat is that when using this pit at its highest setting you may go thru the smaller tank quickly. Ive only used my pit for maybe 30 min - 45 min at a time (on my patio) and I switch the tank between this and my grill all the time - so I cannot give accurate info on how long a 5# tank would last at full flame - but I have only refilled my 20# tank twice since I bought this nearly 2 years ago. From a standpoint... » Read More As long as the connector(s) are the same - it should work no problem. I believe propane threading/connectors are universal, so you should be ok. But Im not an expert. The only other caveat is that when using this pit at its highest setting you may go thru the smaller tank quickly. Ive only used my pit for maybe 30 min - 45 min at a time (on my patio) and I switch the tank between this and my grill all the time - so I cannot give accurate info on how long a 5# tank would last at full flame - but I have only refilled my 20# tank twice since I bought this nearly 2 years ago. From a standpoint of quality, its awesome. This thing is a tank and has lasted great so far. « Show Less
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I run my 7500 watt gen set on natural gas. One time I did try using propane just to see how it would work with a 20 pound tank and it seemed to do well. Don't remember what the size of the hose but I think it was 3/8 inch.
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I believe if it can run on propane it can run on natural gas. You'd have to have it hooked up by a license plumber and he would know whether to replace the pressure regulator or not. But if I remember right they both use a low pressure regulator. That's what's on the unit.
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Yes, I use it with a 20lb propane tank, the same as used for a propane grill. You will need to buy a hose that has the correct connection for the stove, and and adapter to connect the hose to the tank.
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I don't think it can, I'm not 100% sure. Why don't you try the generac website. I do know that the smaller generator does come propane ready, BUT I recall reading that it will run 4.5 hrs at half load on a 20 lb cylinder or propane. That is the same size your gas grill uses. I don't know where you live but here in penna that costs me 15 dollars to fill that cylinder. So I'm not sure why you would want propane over Gas. I'm quite happy with my 8000 gas and will continue to use it. Hope this helps answer your question.
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Yes the grill can be used with smaller propane bottles but you must get an adapter. We use the grill with the propane tanks on our travel trailer. We have it set up with a quick connect.
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It isn't recommended. I have never tried it. I believe they have a model that works with the 5 gal propane tanks, but I remember it recommended only using the small canisters for this Red Dragon model.
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You would need an adapter to match the 20 lb. threads. It would work but is the most expensive way to heat. Consider a 10 lb tank.
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I doubt you'll find someone who has used both on the same model grill. If the BTU output is the same, the cooking should be the same. I suspect that Weber changes the orifices to match the fuel. Nat gas might have more consistent pressure than propane, as the propane pressure does seem to decrease when the tank is almost empty.
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I don't know how big a tank you have. but I used it to hook my grill to the house gas line, it MUST be regulated. there is a high pressure reg. on the tank ( 500 gal. or more ) then a low pressure reg. at the house, then I use a 1/4inch LP gas hose to connect to my grill. I hope this helps you out, if this don't help feel free to ask more. good luck Robert
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It's meant to be used with a standard 5gal propane tank, but if you had a converter you could use a small 16.4oz camping tank, although you might run out before your job was done :-) I'm not sure that answered your question, but I tried!
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I have a small propane grill and have used the cooker on that. Works just fine.
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you can cook aprox. 1,5 h - 2.0 h on high heat with the 14oz portable propane canister. yes, you can connect it to a bigger LP tank, 5lb or more including 20 lb tank. all you need is an adapter hose like "Weber 6501 6' Adapter Hose For Weber Q Series & Gas Go-Anywhere" - http://www.amazon.com/Weber-6501-Adapter-Hose-Go-Anywhere/dp/B0012XXD4Y- - or something similar. happy grilling!