Gas pressure reducer

The gas pressure regulator is used to lower the vapors of liquefied gases and to maintain it at the required level. This is important both for household use of equipment and for industrial use.

Purpose of the gas reducer

In modern conditions, a gas pressure reducer is used to reduce the pressure at the outlet of the cylinder. It is important to take into account the difference in pressure here. If the pressure can reach 10 bar with stationary gas supply, then in portable cylinders this indicator is at the level of fifteen or more bars. However, the operating range of gas–using equipment is only from 20 to 80 millibars. That is, the difference is too big. It is the pressure reducer for the gas cylinder that is responsible for reducing the pressure sometimes up to 500 times.

Types of pressure reducers

Depending on the type of equipment, a specific gas pressure reducer is used for the cylinder. This is due to some features of various gas equipment. Technically, the gas regulator must keep the output parameters and their change at the input. The reduction itself is carried out in two main stages. First, the pressure decreases to an average level, and then to the final indicators. At the same time, the pressure regulator is precisely triggered during operation.

Before you buy an air pressure regulator, it is important to figure out what types there are and what the difference is. The main types of gas regulators can be distinguished:

• Two-stage gas regulators. Such solutions have compact dimensions, high reliability and affordable price. When using such pressure reducers, there is no need for additional approvals. An example of such a gearbox is cylinders on which such a regulator is already installed.
• Models with separate reduction. A two-stage pressure reduction is used. Such gearboxes are used in large facilities or in industrial applications.

When choosing an air pressure regulator, it is necessary to take into account the purpose of using gas equipment, its type and features of use.

Features of using pressure regulators

When using any gas equipment, it is important to observe safety precautions and achieve maximum reliability of the entire system. In the event of a leak, a fire hazard may occur. Therefore, each air pressure reducer is equipped with special protection systems. Special safety valves are used to protect the cylinder from depressurization. These are automatic protective devices that are triggered by pressure drops. There are safety relief valves and shut-off valves. Both options have their own characteristics and advantages.

Before you buy a gas pressure regulator, you need to make sure that it is fully suitable for use with gas equipment.