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water capacity accurately describes the tank total capacity

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They are rated in gallons because propane is stored in liquid form in propane tanks.

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What does WC mean on a 20 pound propane tank?

The Letters "WC" on a propane tank stand for "Water Capacity", and are followed by a number which would identify the tanks Water Capacity typically measured in lbs. Water weighs approximately 8.3lbs per gallon Propane weighs approximately 4.24lbs per gallon


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Assume liquid propane has a specific gravity of .51. For a liquid with that property DOT regulations say that for tanks under 1200 gallons, the maximum permitted filling density of the tank is 42% of the water weight capacity. Assume water weighs 8.33 lbs/gal. 285 x 8.33 = 2374 lbs capacity. 2374 x .42 = 997 lbs.


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What is the water capacity of a 33 pound propane cylinder?

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What are propane and water both examples of?

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How Does a Propane Tank Work?

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What tanks collect waste water?

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How do you show that propane contains hydrogen?

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How do convert 28 liter water tank to LPG liter?

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Are tankless water heaters electric or do you need to get propane?

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