How long does a #5 CO2 tank last?

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(I really looked for close to an hour before asking this!)

I'm sure this has been covered (ad nauseum) before:

How many (5 gal.) cornies can I pour before I must refill my CO2 tank? (#5), assuming normal pouring at around 12psi?

Does this change much depending on natural carbing or forced carbing?

Thanks!
 
Never paid attention to cornies since I use co2 for more than just in the kegerator. However, I have read before that apparently a 5# tank lasts for about 5-6 1/2 barrel kegs.
 
The standard number I have heard is 8 kegs, force carbed and served.

From my limited experience, that is about right. I am on the verge of needing a charge now.

If you are carbing naturally, you will get more kegs from a bottle.
 
OK, so ~8/12+ 5g kegs (force carbed/naturally carbed)?
Thanks for the link and the replies! :D
 

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