Boundary Waters Quetico Forum :: Gear Forum :: Butane to LPG Gas Adapter
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DrBobDg |
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butthead |
Propane/butane mixes are intended to run better at lower temps than butane or iso butane. The adapters have been available for years and many use them to run the heavier but cheaper propane cans. I have an adapter and use it occasionally for vehicle based trips with Windpro/Rapidfire and some oriental clone stoves. butthead |
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SinglePortage |
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tumblehome |
I would think there is a good logical reason MSR and others would mix butane and propane in their canisters. But after some reading I cannot find a reason other than to maybe cut costs. And further reading says that propane burns hotter which is good when you want to cook. As long as your stove functions properly with your adapter I would guess it's a good idea. I will wait for more responses with educated answers over mine. I use those MSR fuel canisters and have seen the adapters on Ebay myself. I think I need to buy one and give it a try. |
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Savage Voyageur |
I’m not sure how different gases will perform in a stove that was designed for a certain gas. The jet size may or may not have to be changed, not sure. Being they are very similar gases I would think you would be fine. |