Bottled Gas

Propane and Butane are the most commonly found commercial LPGs. Your household appliances will usually indicate which LPG cylinder they are compatible with.

Propane has a lower boiling point than butane and is stored at a higher pressure. This means it is more suited for storage outside. Butane is widely used for indoor applications and provides a quick efficient heat. Its boiling point is approximately 0c, which means it works less effectively in colder conditions.

Propane is ideal for outdoor use and storage, even at low temperatures. Lean burning and producing minimal air pollution, propane is widely used to power:

• Domestic heating systems
• Cookers
• Barbeques
• DIY tools
• Patio heaters
• Commercial generators
• Touring caravans
• Commercial heaters

Many homes use butane as their principal source of heat for mobile heaters and portable indoor appliances. In the warmer months, it can be used outdoors. Butane is ideal for powering:

• Camping stoves
• Small mobile heaters
• Static caravans
• BBQs
• Portable heaters

Cylinders are available from Johnston Oils/J GAS depots throughout Scotland or from J GAS approved Stockists/Distributors.

Propane is available in 6kg, 11kg, 19kg and 47kg bottles.

Butane is available in 7kg and 13kg bottles.

In addition, Propane cylinders, used to power Fork Lift Trucks are available in 12kg and 18kg sizes.

If the leak cannot be stopped:

• Position the cylinder to a well ventilated space away from drains, sources of ignition, buildings and other cylinders
• Isolate from general access away from the public
• Call the J Gas emergency line on 07739 882001

If the bottle catches fire:

• Raise the alarm and activate any fire alarms
• Call the Fire Brigade informing them of the incident and that LPG cylinders may be involved
• Evacuate everyone from the area
• Remove surrounding cylinders if it is safe to do so
• Do not attempt to extinguish the fire unless it is safe to do so
• Call the J Gas emergency line on 07739 882001

No attempt should be made by untrained persons to rectify any faults with cylinders.

For additional information on cylinders, please see Essential Health and Safety Information on the use of Propane and butane Gas Cylinders.