Basic questions about gas firing

[jamespetts]

I am trying to set up a Stuart no. 504 boiler: I bought a new old stock model over eBay, which came with the usual spirit burner, but I should prefer to use a large ceramic gas burner.

I have located a supplier of ceramic gas burners, but I am a little unclear on exactly what parts/accessories are required to set up a complete gas firing system.

I know that one needs, at minimum, a burner, a gas cylinder, a valve, and some pipes to connect them all. What I do not know is whether one needs a gas jet in addition to the ceramic burner, or what sort of cylinder is best to use; I imagine that using disposable cylinders would be better, but where can one get decently sized disposable cylinders, and what kind of adaptor does one need for them? Do I need any other fittings or accessories to make the whole system work?

Any thoughts/information would be greatly appreciated :-)

[deverett]

I have just read your query and am surprised with the fount of available knowledge that you have not received a reply.

I am disappointed because I too, would like to know the make up of gas burning equipment.

I suppose we could ask the supplier you dicovered; he should know!

Dave
Saudi-Arabia-On-Sea

[circlip]

If you do a search Dave not only will you be able to read the book, but also watch the video AND order the tee-shirt.
Regards Ian

[deverett]

I contacted Forest Classics and got a prompt reply. Below is my question and their answer:


Hello.

I am enquiring what the set up is when using a ceramic burner.

For my contemplated use (a 1/3 scale Improved Rider hot air engine), I would be using a BIX 001 size burner. Is this connected as supplied directly to the gas tank or are there any other requirements?

Any help in sorting this out would be much appreciated.

David


Hello David,
You would need a pipe with jetholder and a jet
www.forest-classics.co.uk/pipes.htm
Also a gas refill adapter would be needed to fill the tank
www.forest-classics.co.uk/bix%20019.htm
This screws onto your disposable gas can of 70% butane 30% propane that you can get in any DIY shop. The pipe length would be the one that suits your requirements and I would suggest a no 8 jet. This set up including the tank would be all you need. Please do not hesitate to ask if you need any further information.
Best regards Phil.


So James, I hope this answers your question as well as mine!

Dave

[ron]

Dave
I think what Ian is trying to tell you in his roundabout way that there is plenty information and the answer to all the questions including James' if you use the search facility!
Ron

[circlip]

Aww Ron, you gave the secret away,Tain't rocket science but if he'd picked upon James' postings on the images heading of this section, the burner saga might have been fully appreciated with reams of good advice. Ain't tinternet wonderful? ;D
Regards Ian