How to make a brazier from a gas cylinder?

Trips to nature are almost always accompanied by cooking kebabs or vegetables on the fire. To prepare these dishes, you should take care of a suitable place. For this reason, many are wondering how to make a brazier from a gas cylinder.

Brazier from old gas cylinders is divided into several types, which you can easily make yourself.

There are the following varieties:

• a simple brazier with no lid;
• B-B-Q;

• smokehouse;
• smoker.

The last three homemade designs differ significantly from the first option, therefore, you should familiarize yourself with their features in more detail:

• B-B-Q is a simple design that you can easily create with your own hands. To create such a barbecue, you will need to cut off part of the container, which will later be hinged and act as a door. Inside the structure there is a zone for coals and a grid on which the products will be located.

• Smokehouse differs from traditional barbecues in that there is a firebox in it. The structure itself must be airtight in order to fulfill the assigned tasks. To create it, half of the bottom is removed. The firebox is made of iron sheets. Some people use a different cylinder for this purpose. The part is welded and equipped with a special chimney through which the smoke will be removed.

• Smoker also called "steam locomotive". It is a complex structure characterized by multifunctionality. Such a product contains all the options that are available to similar structures: brazier, barbecue, smokehouse, grill.

Braziers are made from propane and oxygen cylinders. Cylinders act as an excellent base for numerous designs. They have high-quality metal, almost finished shape and standard dimensions. These features make it possible to create a brazier with your own hands in a short period of time with minimal investment.

Due to the thick walls, the cylinders are able to withstand high temperature conditions, so such products are best suited for creating various smokehouses, barbecues and barbecues.

Advantages of a grill from a cylinder:

• This design will not burn out even after prolonged contact with an open flame.
• Thanks to the optimal configuration and thick walls, the brazier will not deform from the influence of high temperature.
• In such a grill, you can cook not only kebabs, but also bake vegetables, as well as smoke and fry.
• Once cooked, you do not need to extinguish the coals with water. For these purposes, it will be enough just to close the brazier with a lid. It also allows you to store the barbecue outside. Due to the large size, you can prepare portions for the whole company.

• Even if you need to purchase a cylinder, such a structure will cost you less than buying metal sheets from a store.
• Ease of installation. Even a beginner can make a brazier from a cylinder.
• It will take several hours to get to work.
• The design from the balloon is suitable for the implementation of any creative ideas.

Braziers created from cylinders have practically no drawbacks. Some users claim that the design drawbacks lie in the large dimensions of the structure. However, you can purchase more compact products. Another category of people reports that the semicircular bottom is inconvenient when lighting firewood. If you look at the situation from the other side, this configuration ensures that the coals are located at the edges. This promotes good baking of meat, which can remain soggy when cooked in traditional braziers.

Before using the welding machine, you need to select the desired gas cylinder and prepare it for further activities. You should also take care of creating sketches of the future design and stock up on the tools and materials necessary for work.

To create a brazier, you can use any cylinders that have the shape of a cylinder. The most commonly used container is 50 liters of propane.

Also, for the equipment of the barbecue, a diesel cannon can be used, which has an external resemblance to gas cylinders.

Gas cylinders are made of high-alloy and low-carbon steel grades 30XMA, 45, 34CrMo4, 30XGSA. Due to the high content of the ligature, as well as its lowering, the metal becomes more durable and resistant to the corrosion process.

The best option for creating a barbecue is to use an automobile gas cylinder with a volume of 50-80 liters. It has an enlarged diameter, which increases the comfort during ignition. Also, such a product has sufficient capacity. Due to its large size, its width allows you to use the full length of standard skewers, so you can prepare a portion of products for the whole company. The nuances include the fact that unnecessary automobile cylinders are rare, unlike propane ones, and buying a new one is considered impractical.

In addition to the receiver, you need the following components:

• a piece of steel pipe and corners;
• metal handles that will be attached to the lid;
• hinges - you can use elements designed for doors or furniture;
• pipe with a diameter of 100 mm and its elbow should be 90 degrees. The pipe is required if a chimney is provided;
• grill for organizing a barbecue;
• fastener material: bolts, nuts, rivets.

Prepare decorative elements with which you can give the structure a noble look. You will also need primer, paint, and solvents.

If we talk about the list of tools, you need the following items:

• welding machine;
• electric grinder;
• electric drill;
• drills designed for metal work;
• clamps with which you can fix metal components;

• metal ruler;
• electrodes with a diameter of 3-4 mm;
• cutting and cleaning discs for the grinder;
• scriber;
• core;
• adjustable and gas wrenches;
• set of wrenches.

If you plan to paint the structure in the future, prepare a brush attachment for a drill or grinder. You will also need a brush or spray bottle.

Having prepared all the necessary positions of materials and tools, you can proceed to further actions.

Barbecues from gas cylinders are considered simple structures, so you do not need to create a detailed project. However, at the initial stage, a small drawing should be drawn, which will indicate the dimensions of each component. Be sure to indicate where the blower should be placed.

Creating a diagram will allow you to decide how much material is required for work, as well as intelligently plan the connection of individual components.

When working with a brazier from a cylinder, you should think about how to protect yourself from an explosion. Even if you completely unscrew the valve and there is no gas inside, do not rush to cut the metal. Despite the fact that the pressure in the cylinder is identical to the atmospheric pressure, there are still hazardous substances inside: condensates, propane.

To remove condensation, you will need to turn the product over. To eliminate explosive substances, fill the vessel with water and leave for several hours. Only after completing these measures can you start cutting and welding.

Every person can make a brazier from a gas cylinder. Do not forget about safety precautions at work, as you will need to cut the product in which gas was previously present. Sparks and gas residues must not be allowed to ignite.

How to make a brazier with your own hands:

• First of all, you will need to unscrew the valve so that the remaining gas comes out of the cylinder.
• Then you will need to turn the product over and wait for the remaining condensation to drain. You can control the exit process with soap suds. When the bubbles stop appearing, you can proceed with further actions.
• Now you should fill the vessel with water, as described earlier, and drain the liquid after a few hours.
• Lay the container on its side, cut off the valve. Do not forget to water the saw cut with water.

These actions must be done at the initial stages. After you carry out these activities, you can proceed to further steps, cut and weld the necessary elements. With the help of these actions, you will get a high-quality barbecue on which you can grill a kebab.

In most cases, a barbecue maker is made from a 50 liter propane cylinder. On such a container, you can cook 6 servings of barbecue. These cylinders belong to the category of standard products, so the markings are considered uniform. If you do not need such a large brazier, you can make it from a small cylinder.

The outer diameter of the container is 96 cm. This value should be divided into four parts. When carrying out these actions, you will receive a value of 24 cm. The marking should be done along the longitudinal seam. It is recommended to measure all distances from this line. This rule provides a straight line without distortions.

You will need to measure 24 cm from the seam on both sides and draw lines. Then you need to put the product horizontally. Make sure the seam is at the bottom. Make a markup for the location of the skewers.

Find the circular seams and measure 3 cm from them. The steps should be carried out on both sides. Further marks are placed every 8 cm. Ultimately you should get 6 points. Holes with a diameter of 1 cm should be created in them.

Measure 10 cm upwards from the line for the markings. To simplify the task, you can measure 34 cm from the center seam. At this point, the lid will end.

Now you should mark the lid itself. Pay attention to the first marked line and the last one. You need to draw lines between them.They should be 3 cm from the circular seam. The barbecue lid is ready. It should be less than half the diameter.

Saw the balloon in two. This event is carried out along the weld. Try to work the tools as close to the seam as possible. It is better not to touch the side walls. They will act as a good fire damper and help maintain the temperature.

While using the barbecue, you may encounter deformation of the product. To eliminate this phenomenon, it is recommended to weld corners in the inner longitudinal edges of the base. The corner forms a ledge on which a grate or skewer can be placed. The tall legs will also need additional support, which is provided by a welded corner. It should be placed on the outer perimeter.

Make holes in the bottom of the product. They will be needed for convenience when pouring coals or draining water after rains. Also, these holes provide traction, which affects the burning of wood.

At the place where the valve was present, a pipe should be installed with the help of which the smoke will be removed. Weld on this element. Some people do not install a chimney in their grill. You can also skip this component if you plan to grill kebabs with the lid open.

You should decide how high the future grill will have. After that, you can start screwing the legs. The product must stand firmly on the ground so that the lid can be welded more conveniently.

The height of the legs depends only on your wishes. Some people use sewing machine legs or pipe trimming for these purposes.

To attach the pipe, drill 4 holes in the bottom of the product. In the future, it is necessary to insert bolts into them so that their threads are located outside. You can simply tighten the elements or use welding. Nuts are welded to the top of the pipes and screwed to the brazier. Bolt nuts can be attached to the top of the legs by screwing them to the base of the future barbecue.

To secure the cover, you need to make holes for the hinges and fix them with rivets. Then you need to weld the components. If you choose to ignore this action, the lid will come off after being exposed to the elevated temperature. It is possible to install a removable cover without hinges. In this case, you will need to fasten metal strips to the transverse edges of the container. They will prevent the lid from falling through.

To secure the handle for the lid, you need regular bolts. Drill holes for the bolts and fix. It is best to choose simple handles that are resistant to high temperatures. You can also create handles yourself from metal rods. They will need to be welded to the base. Install the stopper on the cover. It is created from corners or part of pipes. The cover itself can be secured with chains. The chains will have an effect on the degree of its swing back.

The manufacture of a grill-smokehouse is slightly different from this technology. The main difference between this type of barbecue is its tightness. The smokehouse is made in the same way as a regular brazier, only with the addition of a firebox. To do this, you need to cut off half of the bottom for the firebox. The element itself is created from sheets of iron or other materials with similar properties.

Some craftsmen make fireboxes from smaller cylinders. The finished component is welded to the brazier by welding. Do not forget about the equipment of the chimney, which is a must. You can buy a ready-made chimney or make one yourself.

If you are not afraid of difficulties, you can add a motor to the structure, which will be responsible for rotating the spit.

You can smoke food after you have ignited the finished grill with wood. If the smell of gas has strongly permeated the walls of the container, you will need to heat the product several times until the unpleasant odor has completely disappeared.

The brazier-steam locomotive has several options at once: grill, smoking, barbecue, brazier. A structure is made of several pipes or cylinders, each of which has its own function.

The brazier-steam locomotive with its appearance really resembles a steam locomotive. Some craftsmen focus on the design of the structure in order to bring it as close as possible to its name. You can add wheels made from cylinder parts, or use artistic forging.

You can also add pull-out tables, a lattice and other elements to the structure that will have not only functionality, but also an aesthetic component. With the help of one steam locomotive, you can simultaneously cook barbecue, grilled vegetables and smoke.

This brazier has high performance. This indicator is influenced by the closed lid and material. Even if there are some coals left inside, the warmed-up body of the product will still give off the heat energy that is required for cooking for a long time.

The surface of the barbecue, which is made from an old cylinder, can be covered with several materials. For these purposes, the following applies:

• Organosilicon enamel with good heat resistance. This coating can withstand temperatures up to 600 degrees.
• Powder thermal paint... This option is not allowed for home use, as it requires firing in an oven at high temperatures.
• You can also use oxidation... It is a good option for anti-corrosion treatment of the barbecue.

There is also a popular method that will protect the grill from rust for a long time. First of all, the body of the container should be treated with a 5% solution of sulfuric acid. Then boil it in a high-concentration laundry soap solution. After that, cook the product in sodium hydroxide for 30 minutes.

Barbecue processing is considered a must, since iron can oxidize and rust. These measures contribute to the extension of the service life of the structure. When painting your building, make sure that the material used meets the qualities stated above.

Even if you have treated your grill with an anti-corrosion coating, it is not recommended to leave the product in the rain or snow. The optimal place for installation is a canopy. When the cold season comes, the structure should be sent to a garage, shed or other utility room.

Check out some guidelines for the correct use of the barbecue:

• When lighting a fire, the internal area of ​​the structure should be divided into two parts. In one where there is a lot of heat, meat should be cooked. In an area with a lower temperature, bake fish or vegetables.
• It is not recommended to turn the skewer over often. For a good roast, you only need to turn the meat twice.
• The coals should be red with a gray tinge.

• Make sure that the meat is not charred.Black plaque on the product is a direct path to various cancers. Also, do not eat lightly cooked meat. Such foods can cause helminth infestation.
• By using a few branches from fruit trees, you can add flavor to the meat.
• If you cook in the rain, you should not move your grill indoors. Poor traction levels will increase carbon monoxide concentrations.
• To prevent fire, place the structure away from flammable items. There should be no grass, boards or branches near the legs. Ash must not be thrown away immediately, as it can smolder for a day, which can also cause a fire.

These recommendations will help you prepare a delicious barbecue for your guests, as well as extend the life of the barbecue.

There are many original examples for creating barbecues from a gas cylinder. This event is limited only by your imagination and skills. For someone, a simple construction from a gas cylinder, in which there will be a stand for skewers, will be enough, and another category of craftsmen wants to make a real work of art.

The brazier in the form of a pig will attract attention. To create such a structure, you only need one cylinder. Place the product in a horizontal plane, equip the cover. The lid should be hinged. Legs can be crafted from a metal pipe. In order for them to securely fix the structure, a grill should be installed in the center of their height.

"Piglet penny" is created from a piece of metal pipe. "Mouth" is also made from this material. Ears can be created from pieces of metal that are welded to the pig's head. To make the figure look impressive, the masters recommend using elements of artistic forging.

It will be interesting to look at a brazier in the form of a submarine. Such a structure is difficult for a beginner to create, but if you have the appropriate skills, you can surprise all your guests. A similar structure is also created from an old cylinder and iron sheets.

Balloon barbecues in the shape of a log are considered a real art. It will take a long time to work, but the result is worth it. To enhance the effect, you can install a saw or an ax in the center of the structure. This addition completes the figure.

Brazier steam locomotive is considered the most common design option. Such a multifunctional creation can have a different appearance, depending on your imagination. With the help of tweaks, you can create a real work of art from a simple gas cylinder. Such a grill will decorate the recreation area and show your talent.

You can come up with other original shapes for your barbecue from old cylinders and additional metal components. Take a closer look at the product and think about what it reminds you of. Some users create original figures from a simple design in the form of wild boars, dogs, houses and other figures that surprise guests and ordinary passers-by.

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