Propane Tank Sizing & Vaporization
A propane tank must vaporize the generator's BTU per hour at the coldest expected temperature, not just hold enough gallons.
Result
Propane consumption
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Margin over the generator demand
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Days per fill
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Tank capacity the demand needs
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BTU per hour this tank can vaporize
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Formula
Calculation logicWhat to check
- Tank manufacturer vaporization table at the design temperature
- Whether the tank is in the ground, shaded, or in sun
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