Gas and cylinders

The entire gas system for the camper is gathered here: pressure regulators, LPG filters, adapters for European cylinders, leak detectors, smart scales and complete cylinder kits. The starting point for choosing is the type of cylinder in use (propane, butane or mixed) and the connection fitting, which varies from country to country. Leggi la guida

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How to choose gas accessories and gas bottles for motorhomes

The gas system of a motorhome or caravan is composed of several elements that must be compatible with each other: gas bottle, pressure regulator, filter, pipes and fittings. Working on any one of these components requires checking that the rest of the system is adequate.

Type of gas and bottle connection

Gas bottles for motorhome use can contain propane, butane or a mixture of the two. The connection varies depending on the country of manufacture of the bottle: the Italian thread W 21.8 is the most common in Italy, but those traveling in Europe often encounter different connections. In this case, country-specific adapters (Spain, France, Germany, etc.) or multi-adapter sets such as those in the GOK Euro-Set series are required.

Pressure regulator: flow rate and outlet pressure

The regulator reduces the bottle pressure to the value required by the onboard appliances. The parameters to check are the outlet pressure (typically 30 mbar for most camping appliances) and the maximum flow rate in kg/h, which must cover the total consumption of the installed burners. Some regulators, such as those in the GOK Caramatic series, integrate automatic safety functions or a two-stage system for switching between two bottles.

LPG filters: why they are needed and when to replace them

LPG bottle filters retain impurities and moisture present in the gas, protecting regulators and burners. They are particularly recommended for systems with aluminum bottles or in the presence of gas with oily residues. Replacement should be carried out periodically following the filter manufacturer's instructions.

Leak detectors and safety

Gas detectors signal the presence of LPG or methane in the cabin before dangerous concentrations are reached. Some models have separate external sensors that can be placed near critical points. Combined CO/LPG detectors also fall into this category. GOK, Truma and other brands offer certified solutions for indoor use.

Smart scales and level monitoring

There is no reliable level indicator integrated into standard liquid gas bottles. Smart scales (such as iGasView or Mopeka Pro) measure the weight or level via a sensor and transmit the data via Bluetooth to the smartphone app, preventing you from running out during a trip. They are compatible with most cylindrical steel or aluminum bottles.

Gas pistons and bottle compartment accessories

Gas pistons and brackets are mechanical elements that facilitate the opening and support of the bottle compartment door or hatch. The choice depends on the weight of the panel and the required stroke: the technical data on the force and length of the piston are reported on the individual product data sheet.

Domande frequenti

Come si sceglie il regolatore di pressione giusto per il mio camper?

Bisogna conoscere la pressione di uscita richiesta dagli apparecchi a bordo e la portata complessiva in kg/h di tutti i bruciatori. Se si usano due bombole in parallelo con commutazione automatica, serve un regolatore a doppio stadio con questa funzione integrata.

Cosa serve per usare una bombola straniera in camper durante un viaggio in Europa?

Occorre un adattatore che converta il raccordo della bombola locale al filetto del regolatore montato sul camper. Esistono adattatori specifici per Spagna, Francia, Germania e altri paesi, oppure set multi-adattatore che coprono i raccordi più diffusi in Europa.

Come si controlla il livello del gas in una bombola da camper?

Le bombole standard non hanno un indicatore di livello integrato. Il metodo più pratico è pesare la bombola e sottrarre la tara stampigliata sulla valvola. Le bilance smart con sensore Bluetooth permettono di monitorare il livello in tempo reale dall'app, senza spostare la bombola.

Ogni quanto va revisionata la bombola del gas del camper?

Le bombole GPL sono soggette a revisioni periodiche obbligatorie, con intervalli che variano in base al materiale (acciaio o alluminio) e al costruttore. La data di scadenza della revisione è stampigliata sul corpo della bombola o sulla valvola: è necessario controllarla prima di ricaricare o utilizzare la bombola.

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