No. Idea is to easy ignition by avoiding air trapped inside the cylinder to come our first. Co2 mix with lpg or are more heavy than lpg.anorlunda said:
Saint1968 said:
Depends on pressure and temperature. Have you heard of BLEVEs?OldYat47 said:
It seems like if it is Oxygene inside the cylinder that oxygene come out before the LPG. If you replace oxygene with Co2 it seems like eighter; CO2 mix with LPG or are more heavy than LPG.anorlunda said:
No pressure. Air or CO2 is only the volume trapped inside the cylinder mounting the valve.berkeman said:Depends on pressure and temperature. Have you heard of BLEVEs?
Isn't the LPG vapour exerting pressure?Saint1968 said:
Yes. LPG is building pressure as normal, but somehow the air/oxygen comes out first. (Only some seconds).NascentOxygen said:
You are right. It is some remains of air or Co2 inside the cylinders the first time. If you purge the cylinder i doesn't matter if it is air or CO2 inside. If you purge only lpg remains and ignition is easy.anorlunda said:
Are you sure you want a pressurized air (Oxygen) - Flammable Gas mixture in the plumbing when you ignite? Seems like a set-up for an explosion in the plumbing.Saint1968 said:
No pressure. Air or CO2 is only the volume trapped inside the cylinder when mounting the valve.Tom.G said:
Solubility is a good explanation. So it follows that for ease of first ignition, nitrogen would give no significant improvement over air.jim mcnamara said:
CO2 and Nitrogen are both commonly used as propellants in LPG (liquefied petroleum gas) systems. While they both serve the same purpose of pressurizing and propelling the gas, there are some key differences between the two. The main difference is that CO2 is a greenhouse gas and Nitrogen is not. This means that CO2 can contribute to climate change when released into the atmosphere, while Nitrogen has no impact on the environment.
CO2 is typically more commonly used in LPG systems due to its availability and lower cost. It is also a more effective propellant compared to Nitrogen, as it has a higher vapor pressure and can therefore create a stronger force to propel the gas.
Both CO2 and Nitrogen are generally safe to use in LPG systems. However, CO2 can pose a risk of asphyxiation if there is a leak in a confined space, as it can displace oxygen. It is important to properly ventilate any areas where CO2 is being used. Nitrogen is not toxic, but it can also displace oxygen in a confined space, so similar precautions should be taken.
In most cases, yes, CO2 and Nitrogen can be used interchangeably in LPG systems. However, there may be some differences in performance and compatibility with certain materials. It is important to consult the manufacturer's recommendations before switching between the two propellants.
As mentioned before, CO2 is a greenhouse gas and can contribute to climate change when released into the atmosphere. Therefore, it is important to properly handle and dispose of CO2 in LPG systems. Nitrogen, on the other hand, has no environmental impact and is considered a more environmentally friendly option.
