co2 question

[robbieo13]

How long does a 5 lb co2 tank usally last. I have 3 kegs and don't force carb.
It seems like i'm just blowing throught my gas. I checked for leaks and don't seem to have any. just want to see how long it's lasting everyone else.

thanks

 

[mosquitocontrol]

5-8 kegs is the standard. Usually on the lower end I believe.

 

[robbieo13]

i must have a leak somewhere. i'm on my second bottle and haven't made it through 3 kegs.

 

[mosquitocontrol]

Check all the connections on the regulator. Mine leaked straight from the factory. I've heard a common place is if you forgot to put the plastic washer under that giant nut that connects to the tank. Start spraying all connections with starsan.

 

[boo boo]

Keep your valve on the tank completly open when having the tank turned on. If not, gas will leak from around the packing nut of the valve.
Also check your connections, posts and lids of all your kegs with star-san or some other safe foam producing agent

 

[robbieo13]

yea i don't think i've been keeping that valve all the way open... I'll try that thanks

 

[shortyjacobs]

Keep your valve on the tank completly open when having the tank turned on. If not, gas will leak from around the packing nut of the valve.
Also check your connections, posts and lids of all your kegs with star-san or some other safe foam producing agent

This little trick cost me a bottle of CO2. There should be a big warning on all those bottles: "Uses a rear seating stem...OPEN ALL THE WAY".