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Gas Patio Heater Regulator It is important to know how to use propane patio heat if you need to stay warm during the cold winter. Matthew Griffith, chief of the prevention department at Montreal's Fire Department, says that shoppers should look for products with safety certifications. It's also crucial to ensure that there are no nearby combustible objects and that the patio heater is properly connected. Pressure Regulator Gas regulators are mechanical devices that we drive by every day in our vehicles and at home without giving them a second thought. Their invention first introduced 135 years ago, changed the way propane and natural gas are used for heating, cooking and welding with oxyfuel. There are a number of variations in regulator design, but their basic function is the same. The regulator uses a pressure sensing element which is usually a fabric reinforced diaphragm, which controls the position of the valve plug, and to limit the flow of gas. The diaphragm connects to the stem of the valve with a rod which runs through the diaphragm and spring before entering the valve. This mechanism senses the gas pressure inside the house or pipeline and adjusts the position of the valve plug to match the demand. As the gas consumption in the home decreases as does the pressure between the regulator and the house. The diaphragm expands downwards and the valve plug is moved closer to the orifice to stop the flow. As the demand for gas in the house grows the valve will open further and increases the flow of gas. When the valve plug is closed, it is held in position by the spring force until the demand of the house drops, which opens the valve further to increase flow. This process, also known as sizing, is the fundamental operation of the regulator. As the valve opens it creates pressure up in the main chamber of the regulator, which is attached to the outlet port of the hose via the venturi tube (see picture). The pressure can be regulated by turning the screw or handle located on the outside of the regulator. When the screw is turned counterclockwise it moves up and reduces the pressure; when it is turned clockwise, it lowers the pressure. When you are choosing a regulator for your pressure be aware that the maximum and minimal nominal pressures are determined by commercial standards, and not the pressure at the supply line. The regulator should also be compatible with the hose you are using. Make sure you choose a hose that is whistle-free. It will have alternating rings of different sizes. This will stop the resonant sounds from building up along the length. Thermocouple Thermocouples are based upon the concept that two different metals in contact at either end create a voltage potential even if they are at different temperatures. They are used to identify temperature differences between points in the circuit and transform that data into an electronic signal that can be read by a thermocouple gauge or other instrument. Thermocouples are superior to other sensors, such as thermistors. They can detect extremely high temperatures and work in corrosive environments. The measuring (or hot) junction is formed by connecting two dissimilar metals at one end, and the other end, known as the reference (or cold) junction, is maintained at an unchanging temperature. Thermocouples generate small voltages, but they are passive devices that don't require power to perform their functions. The voltage generated is proportional to the temperature difference between the measuring junction and the reference junction. Manufacturers of thermocouples as well as organizations that offer metrology standards, like NIST offer reference tables for the function E (T). Displaystyle scriptstyle e(T) for each type of thermocouple. There are three kinds of thermocouple connections: exposed grounded and welding. The exposed junction style protrudes out of the protective sheath and offers the fastest response time. A thermocouple grounded is recommended for use in environments with corrosive elements. A thermocouple welded to a wire is physically isolated from the sheath by mgO powder to prevent the penetration of gas or moisture that could lead to errors. The thermocouple that is welded also has the added benefit of being more resistant to vibration. It is recommended to use it in abrasive environments that require pressures up to 3000 psi. A thermocouple that has been damaged is usually the result of the lack of the polarity. If the sheath has not been properly polarized, both ends of the thermocouple might have different voltages at their measurement junction. This could result in an inaccurate reading, or even damage the instrument. A faulty thermocouple can also be caused by an improperly installed or calibrated sensor. Thermostat Gas patio heaters unlike electric heaters which are hardwired to the wall are portable and are powered by propane or natural gas. homepage regulate the flow energy to these cylinders so that they don't overflow but they still provide warmth when needed. The thermostat detects the temperature of the air that passes over it. The thermostat also determines whether the room is at a comfortable temperature and turn off the heating. Digital thermostats are the most common. It utilizes a microcontroller in order to convert an electrical resistance into an indication of temperature. It is able to do this more accurately than older mercury switch thermostats that employed an mercury coil with three wires inside that would move based on temperature. This enabled the thermostat to tilt a switch made of mercury that was connected to an electrical circuit to an air conditioner or heater switching it off and on. Another type of thermostat is a mechanical one. This has an cylinder of small size filled with wax which begins to melt at a certain temperature of perhaps 180 degrees F (different thermostats are open at different temperatures). When the wax is hot, a rod attached to the thermostat opens the valve. As the room cools, the wax expands and the rod gets pulled back into the cylinder, thereby shutting the valve. There are thermostats that can be programmed to switch at different times of the day. You can save energy by programming your heating system to turn on and off while you're at work or sleeping, rather than being running all the time. You can also set your thermostat to come on sooner so that you will arrive home to a comfortable temperature. Thermostats usually come with a feature known as a heat anticipator, which will stop the heater from coming on too early. This is because certain parts of the house reach the desired temperature prior to the thermostat is set. Pilot Light Many newer heating systems, homes, and furnaces have done away entirely with pilot lights. However, older homes still use them to ignite gas in the burner chamber. If the pilot light is ever shut off, it's crucial to know how to light it in a safe manner. A pilot light creates a small flame that heats the thermocouple. This produces electricity and keeps the gas valve open. When the pilot flame ceases to burn the thermocouple cools and ceases to produce electricity, thereby closing the valve. Pilot lights are utilized in the majority of propane and natural appliances, such as fireplaces, water heaters, barbecues, furnaces, ranges and hot tubs. Relighting a pilot light requires that you first turn off the gas valve in the appliance. The next step is to remove any panels or doors that may be blocking the access to the pilot light. Follow the directions on the front to open the pilot light tube. Once you've reopened the pilot switch, turn the gas valve knob back to “on”. The main reason to leave a pilot light on is for safety reasons. If you accidentally extinguish the pilot light, gas constantly venting from the tube could accumulate in your home until a spark or static electricity ignites the gas and triggers an explosive explosion. Pilot tubes are designed to include an inbuilt cutoff valve to keep this from happening. Aside from the safety concerns the burning of a pilot light is also considerable energy. A pilot light burns between $7 to $18 worth of gas every month, based on numerous studies. This fuel is wasted and puts a heavier burden on the air conditioner during summer. A pilot light can also draw spiders, which can spin webs and clog the pilot tubes. A flame that is constant can release trace quantities of the compound Mercaptan which is responsible for the smell of rotten eggs in natural gas. If you're concerned about these issues, think about purchasing a remote-controlled gas fire or replacing your fireplace with a new, efficient model.