bli Posted April 17, 2007 Report Share Posted April 17, 2007 Hi Does anyone know of an adaptor that can be used on C02 tanks that were made overseas (Japan I think). All fittings seem slightly smaller than the tanks/regulators used in NZ. I dont know much about the units so thought I would ask here before heading down to a gas company. Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Faran Posted April 17, 2007 Report Share Posted April 17, 2007 Nothing like that is commercially made or used, and even if you get an adapter made no gas company will touch your bottles. You can possibly get a NZ tap and regulator fitted to your bottle, but you'll need to get it tested, certified and LAB numbered/certified which will end up costing more than a new bottle. Sorry mate. I'd return it to whomever you purchased it from for a refund, or send it back if you imported it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bli Posted April 19, 2007 Author Report Share Posted April 19, 2007 As I suspected. Thanks, No didnt cost me anything, I was just the last stop before disposing of it. Thought I would talk to the experts first. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Faran Posted April 19, 2007 Report Share Posted April 19, 2007 Sorry I couldn't help more. Take it to a cylinder service station before you dispose of it and see if they can refit the bottle with a new tap and if they would fill it, etc. You might get lucky and they might trade it in or buy it off you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bli Posted April 19, 2007 Author Report Share Posted April 19, 2007 Might drop by BOC this weekend and see what happens. If not I will look into getting a proper C02 set up as I am getting tired of this DIY system and not really getting the results I would hope for. What do you think is the most economical way about getting this set up. I have seen SERA do a small 2kg cylinder set up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Faran Posted April 19, 2007 Report Share Posted April 19, 2007 Depends on what you want. You can get a simple setup like this for as low as $300 (RRP $400) or you can go the whole hog and get a CO2 regulator with solenoid, bubble counter, the works. BOC will most likely tell you that they no longer sell bottles and only rent, so best to buy your own bottle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flatfish Posted April 19, 2007 Report Share Posted April 19, 2007 After making a few stuffups myself, I think your best bet would be to purchase a bottle from a local gas supplier (a 5kg bottle in Wellington costs about $300) and then buy a CO2 regulator with solenoid, bubble counter, etc. from Trade Me for around the $200 mark. You could purchase the regulator from one of the overseas online stores but as you're aware there is more than one type of fitting used internationally and you need the right one. As for the diffusers there are a number on Trade Me or you could purchase them online as theres no problem with fittings. Ideally you'll need CO2 proof tubing as well as the normal stuff slowly leaks CO2. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flatfish Posted April 19, 2007 Report Share Posted April 19, 2007 After making a few stuffups myself, I think your best bet would be to purchase a bottle from a local gas supplier (a 5kg bottle in Wellington costs about $300) and then buy a CO2 regulator with solenoid, bubble counter, etc. from Trade Me for around the $200 mark. You could purchase the regulator from one of the overseas online stores but as you're aware there is more than one type of fitting used internationally and you need the right one. As for the diffusers there are a number on Trade Me or you could purchase them online as theres no problem with fittings. Ideally you'll need CO2 proof tubing as well as the normal stuff slowly leaks CO2. If anyones thinking of ordering from overseas online stores, just remember to take shipping into account, as it's usually very expensive. It's often worth asking if there's a cheaper rate as sending it by sea takes a while but works out a lot cheaper. There may also be charges (GST, import duty) that apply from customs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bli Posted April 23, 2007 Author Report Share Posted April 23, 2007 Thanks everyone for their help. If anyone that is willing to Pick up from Auckland wants to have this bottle (might be of some use) they are more than welcome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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