Storing a helium tank

snips86x

snips86x

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I've a 3/4 empty small helium tank in a box in the house. I need the cardboard but the mother-in-law is being stubborn and says it cannot be stored in the garage. :mad: One of those *I know everything ones*

Is it safe to leave in the garage on a slightly raised surface so it doesn't get the base wet when it rains?

I hardly think it's going to cause issues with the British weather we are having.
 
Storage

Balloon gas cylinders can rupture when heated in a fire.
Store them in a well-ventilated, non-smoking area, away from other flammable materials and sources of ignition or heat.
Store cylinders in an upright position and secure them to prevent toppling. Never turn your back on a free-standing cylinder. Cylinder safety stands, trolleys and wall straps are available for purchase from BOC.
Cylinders stored in the open should stand on a well drained, flat surface.
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http://www.boconline.co.uk/en/sheq/...andling-and-storage/handling-and-storage.html
 
There's literally nothing dangerous about it at all. If it's going to get damaged to the point where the metal bursts then I hardly doubt this box of yours would stop that from happening.
 
mistercrabb said:
There's no reason why it needs to be in a box.

Helium isn't flammable, it might burst if you literally stick a fire under it but that's about it.
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desires said:
There's literally nothing dangerous about it at all. If it's going to get damaged to the point where the metal bursts then I hardly doubt this box of yours would stop that from happening.
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To be honest, there was no doubt in my mind, but when you get questioned about it and you have no response, the internet tends to be a good source of knowledge.

It would appear, that still stands :D
 
As good a place as any, free with my house came a rusting camping gas cylinder (the type that is single use, and the cooker pierces the top). I am unsure of how to dispose of it, fire may be a bad idea.
 
godinman said:
As good a place as any, free with my house came a rusting camping gas cylinder (the type that is single use, and the cooker pierces the top). I am unsure of how to dispose of it, fire may be a bad idea.
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If you have a local recycling centre, they'll take it. I think a B&Q or camping/hardware shop could take it too.
 
Leave it in her room with the valve slightly open. Await hilarity when she speaks in the morning.
 
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