Regulators

The LP Gas Regulator - Workhorse of the Industry

The LP Gas regulator is called upon to deliver a very precise operating pressure to a load which can vary from pilot flow to wide
open flow and at the same time compensate for extreme changes in tank supply pressure. In a properly sized propane system, this is
accomplished consistently and automatically without user intervention or in most cases without user knowledge of the dynamics.
Amazing Indeed!
Some Examples of Regulator Systems
Single Stage
11” W.C. Single Stage Systems Pounds to Pounds Systems
Regulator
Single stage regulators may only Pounds to pounds regulators are used exten-
be used on portable appliances sively on industrial burners such as torches,
and outdoor cooking appliances. tar kettles and crop dryers.
No fixed piping systems.

Two Stage Systems

Two stage regulators are used where the storage is remote from
Twin Stage Systems the load. Two stage offers superior, uniform pressure control.
Twin stage regulators incorporate the 1st stage
and 2nd stage in one compact body. They are
used for smaller systems with relatively short
piping runs.
Twin Stage
11” W.C.
Regulator

Second Stage
2 PSI
Regulator
2 PSIG Systems First Stage
10 PSI
2 PSIG systems use three Regulator
regulator stages which
allows smaller, more
compact piping in the
building.

Line Pressure
11” W.C.
Regulator

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Single Stage Regulators

These compact regulators are designed for smaller outdoor applications.
Single stage regulators may not be installed in fixed piping systems per NFPA 58.

Part BTU/HR* Inlet Outlet Outlet

Number Capacity Connection Connection Pressure
302V 125,000 1/4” FNPT
302V9LS 125,000 MPOL
3/8” FNPT 11” W.C.
LV2302A2 1/4” FNPT
150,000
LV2302P MPOL
302V9LS LV2302A2
* Propane capacity based on 25 PSIG inlet pressure and 9” W.C. delivery pressure.

Twin Stage Regulators

These compact regulators are designed for small domestic applications.
Models available with 11” W.C. or 2 PSIG discharge pressures.
Part BTU/HR* Inlet Outlet Outlet
Number Capacity Connection Connection Pressure
LV404B34V9 450,000* 1/4” FNPT
1/2” FNPT
LV404B39V9 450,000* FPOL
11” W.C.
LV404B46 525,000* 1/4” FNPT 3/4” FNPT
LV404B9V9 525,000* 1/4” FNPT 1/2” FNPT
LV404Y9 800,000** FPOL 1/2” FNPT 2 PSIG LV404B39V9
and
* Propane capacity based on 25 PSIG inlet pressure and 9” W.C. delivery pressure.
** Propane capacity based on 25 PSIG inlet pressure and 1.5 PSIG delivery pressure. LV404Y9
LV404B34V9

Domestic First Stage Regulators

These regulators are used for first stage regulation in two-stage bulk tank systems.
They reduce container pressure to an intermediate pressure of 5 to 10 PSIG.

Part BTU/HR* Inlet Outlet Outlet

Number Capacity Connection Connection Pressure
LV3403TR 1,500,000 1/4” FNPT 10 PSIG
LV4403SR4 5 PSIG
1/2” FNPT
LV4403TR4 1/2” FNPT 10 PSIG
2,500,000
LV4403SR9 5 PSIG
FPOL
LV4403TR9 10 PSIG
* Propane capacity based on inlet pressure 20 PSIG higher than the set pressure and
delivery pressure 20% lower than the setting.

LV4403TR9
LV3403TR

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Regulator Capacity Charts - Twin Stage & First Stage

The capacity of any given regulator drops drastically at reduced inlet pressures. The standard capacities listed on page 2 are only
intended as a comparative guide and should not be used for final regulator selection. Use the following flow charts with particular
attention to the lowest expected temperature and associated tank pressure.

LV404B9V9 Twin Stage Regulator

EXAMPLE:
DELIVERY PRESSURE
Inches of Water Column

13 INITIAL SETTING The standard capacity for the LV4403TR9 regulator

150 PSI INLET
12 is listed at 2,500,000 BTU/HR. At around -12 OF, the
100 PSI INLET
11 tank pressure falls to approximately 15 PSIG.
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9 10 PSI INLET Under these conditions, the LV4403TR9 capacity
25 PSI INLET
75 PSI INLET chart shows the delivery pressure dropping to
approximately 8 PSIG with a flow of only 1,250,000.
CFH/hr 30 60 90 120 150 180 210 240 270
BTU/hr 75,000 225,000 375,000 525,000 675,000 This capacity is 1/2 the standard capacity.
FLOW PROPANE
Note: Under heavy load conditions, the temperature
LV3403TR First Stage Regulator of the gas in the storage tank will be considerably less
12 than the ambient air temperature as the liquid boils to
DELIVERY PRESSURE

INITIAL SETTING keep up with the demand. This reduces the available
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150 PSIG INLET tank pressure even futher.
PSIG

100 PSIG INLET

10
50 PSIG INLET

9 25 PSIG INLET

LOW TEMP =
CFH/hr 100 200 300 400 500 600 700 LOW TANK PRESSURE =
BTU/hr 250,000 500,000 750,000 1,000,000 1,250,000 1,500,000 1,750,000
LOW REGULATOR INLET PRESSURE
FLOW PROPANE

Vapor Pressure Of Propane

LV4403TR9 First Stage Regulator
DELIVERY PRESSURE

150 PSI INLET

12 INITIAL SETTING 125 PSI INLET
11 100 PSI INLET Pressure
Temperature
10 O
F PSIG
PSIG

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8
7 50 PSI INLET -40 1.3
15 PSI INLET
25 PSI INLET
-30 5.5
-20 10.7
CFH/hr 100 200 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000 -10 16.7
BTU/hr 500,000 1,000,000 1,500,000 2,000,000 2,500,000 0 23.5
FLOW PROPANE 10 31.3
20 40.8
30 51.6
1584M, X1584M Regulator 40 63.3
50 77.1
60 92.5
DELIVERY PRESSURE

INITIAL SETTING 50 PSIG INLET 70 109.3

14 100 PSIG INLET 80 128.1
150 PSIG INLET 90 149.3
10 100 172.3
PSIG

6 110 197.3
120 225.0
2 10 PSIG INLET 25 PSIG INLET

CFH/hr 500 1000 1500 2000 2500 3000 3500

BTU/hr 1,250,000 3,750,000 6,250,000 7,750,000
FLOW PROPANE
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Domestic Low Pressure Second Stage Regulators

Designed to reduce first stage pressure of 5 to 20 PSIG down to burner pressure, normally 11” W.C.

Part BTU/HR* Inlet Outlet Outlet

Number Capacity Connection Connection Pressure
LV3403B4 450,000
LV4403B4 1/2” FNPT LV4403B66RA
LV4403B4VO** 1/2” FNPT
LV4403B46
935,000
LV4403B46R***
LV4403B66 11” W.C.
LV3403B4
LV4403B66R*** 3/4 FNPT 3/4” FNPT
LV4403B66RA**** 1,000,000
LV5503B4 1/2” FNPT
1,600,000
LV5503B6
3/4” FNPT
LV5503B8 2,300,000 1” FNPT
* Propane capacity based on 10 PSIG inlet pressure and 9” W.C. delivery pressure. LV4403B46R
** Vent located above outlet.
*** Back Mount design.
**** Right Angle design

LV5503B4
LV4403B4

2 PSIG Second Stage Regulators

Designed to reduce first stage pressure of 10 PSIG down to 2 PSIG.
A line pressure regulator is required downstream to reduce 2 PSIG to 11” W.C.

Part BTU/HR* Inlet Outlet Outlet

Number Capacity Connection Connection Pressure
LV4403Y4 750,000 1/2” FNPT 1/2” FNPT
LV4403Y46R** 750,000 1/2” FNPT 3/4” FNPT
LV5503Y6 1,210,000 3/4”FNPT 3/4”FNPT
LV5503Y8 1,210,000 3/4” FNPT 1” FNPT
143-80HP 1-1/4” 2,373,840 1-1/4” 1-1/4”
243-8 1-1/4” 3,165,120 1-1/4” 1-1/4”
LV4403Y4 2 PSIG
243-8 1-1/2” 6,330,240 1-1/2” 1-1/2”
243-8 2” 6,330,000 2” 2”
243-12 1-1/2” 9,495,360 1-1/2” 1-1/2”
243-12 2” 11,077,920 2” 2”
143-80HP
121-8 2” 61,719,840 2” 2”
121-12 2” 77,545,440 2” 2”

* Propane capacity based on 10 PSIG inlet and 10% droop.

** Back Mount design.
243-8 2”

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Line Pressure Regulators For 2 PSIG Systems

Designed to reduce 2 PSIG line pressure down to 11” W.C.
1/2” & 3/4” sizes include a vent limiting device which allows them to be used indoors.
1-1/4” size cannot be fitted with vent limiter.
Regulator must be mounted in the horizontal position when using the vent limiting device.

Part BTU / HR* BTU / HR** Inlet Outlet Outlet

Number Overall Capacity Per Appliance Connection Connection Pressure

325-3 395,640 221,558 1/2” FNPT 1/2” FNPT 11” W.C.

325-5 870,408 474,760 3/4” FNPT 3/4” FNPT 11” W.C. 325-3
325-7 1,582,560 1,424,304 1-1/4” FNPT 1-1/4” FNPT 11” W.C.

* Propane capacity based on 1 PSIG pressure drop across regulator.

** Largest single appliance size for reasonable lockup and delivery pressure.

Industrial Second Stage Regulators

Designed to reduce 10 PSIG line pressure down to 11” W.C.
Other spring ranges available for special applications.

Part BTU / HR* Inlet Outlet Outlet

Number Capacity Connection Connection Pressure

143-80 3/4” 1,614,211 3/4” FNPT 3/4” FNPT

143-80 1” 1,899,072 1” FNPT 1” FNPT

143-80 1-1/4” 2,848,608 1-1/4” FNPT 1-1/4” FNPT

243-8 1-1/4” 4,589,424 1-1/4” FNPT 1-1/4” FNPT

143-80
243-8 1-1/2” 11,077,920 1-1/2” FNPT 1-1/2” FNPT 6 -14” W.C.

243-8 2” 11,077,920 2” FNPT 2” FNPT

243-12 1-1/2” 12,976,922 1-1/2” FNPT 1-1/2” FNPT

243-12 2” 20,573,280 2” FNPT 2” FNPT

121-12 2” 80,710,560 2” FNPT 2” FNPT

* Propane capacity based on 10 PSIG inlet pressure and 11” W.C. delivery pressure. 121-12

243-8
243-12

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A Word About High Pressure Regulators

Downstream Overpressure Protection

Unlike their Domestic First Stage cousins, the High Pressure Pounds to Pounds regulators do not offer built-in
overpressure protection for downstream equipment. These regulators normally operate with high inlet pressures
and have relatively large orifice sizes. These regulators do not have built-in full capacity relief devices.

When installing High Pressure Pounds to Pounds regulators, care must be taken to protect downstream equip-
ment from damage should the High Pressure regulator fail. If for instance a regulator seat should fail, uncon-
trolled inlet pressure will be allowed into the downstream piping. An external pressure relief valve installed
downstream from these regulators is often required for adequate system protection.

See Vapor Relief Valve Section

High Pressure Pounds To Pounds Regulators

Designed to reduce tank pressure down to between 3 and 100
PSIG. Ideal for a variety of pounds to pounds applications.
The 597 series is suitable for liquid or vapor service.

Part BTU / HR** In & Out Outlet

Number Capacity Connection Pressure

597FA 500,000 3 - 15 PSIG

597FB 820,000 10 - 25 PSIG

1/4” FNPT
597FC 1,000,000 20 - 45 PSIG

597FD 1,250,000 40 - 100 PSIG

** Propane capacity based on inlet pressure 20 PSIG higher and delivery

pressure 20% lower than set pressure. 597 Series

High Temp/High Pressure Pounds To Pounds Regulators

X1580 series regulators have special construction for high temp LP Gas service such as
crop drying, heat treating or asphalt mixing. Designed to reduce tank pressure down to
between 3 and 125 PSIG. Ideal for a variety of pounds to pounds applications.

Part BTU / HR** In & Out Outlet

Number Capacity Connection Pressure

X1584MN 7,000,000 3 - 30 PSIG

1/2” NPT
X1584ML 7,500,000 25 - 50 PSIG

X1586MN 11,000,000 3 - 30 PSIG

3/4” NPT
X1586ML 12,000,000 25 - 50 PSIG
X1588MN 11,000,000 1” NPT 3 - 30 PSIG
X1580 Series
** Propane capacity based on inlet pressure 20 PSIG higher and delivery
pressure 20% lower than set pressure.

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Industrial First Stage Regulators

Designed to reduce tank pressure down to between 5 and 20 PSIG. These regulators are used for the first cut
from tank or vaporizer in multi million BTU applications. Other spring ranges and flow capacities available to
meet specific needs.

These regulators do not provide overpressure protection for the downstream equipment. An external pressure
relief valve installed downstream from these regulators is often required for adequate system protection.

See Vapor Relief Valves Section

BTU / HR* BTU / HR*

Part Capacity Capacity In & Out Outlet
Number 15 PSI In 50 PSI In Connection Pressure

1584MN 3,500,000 7,000,000 3 - 30 PSIG

1584ML ---- 7,500,000 1/2” FNPT 25 - 50 PSIG

1584MH ---- 8,000,000 45 - 125 PSI

1586MN 7,500,000 11,000,000 3 - 30 PSIG

1586ML ---- 12,000,000 3/4” FNPT 25 - 50 PSIG

1586MH ---- 14,000,000 45 - 125 PSIG

1588MN 7,500,000 11,000,000 3 - 30 PSIG

1588ML ---- 12,000,000 1” FNPT 25 - 50 PSIG

1588MH ---- 14,000,000 45 - 125 PSIG

1580 Series
627/7710 5,222,448 17,560,086 1” FNPT 10 - 20 PSIG 627/7710
630-78 9,495,360 25,320,960 2” FNPT 8 - 20 PSIG

99-513 7/8” or. 12,343,968 53,807,040 2” FNPT 5 - 15 PSIG

99-504 1-1/8” or. 20,573,280 90,205,920 2” FNPT 5-15 PSIG

* Propane capacity. Rated capacites vary greatly with differing inlet pressures. The 15 PSIG values
are offered for selection of the proper regulator in cold weather, reduced tank pressure situations.

99-504
630-78

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Vapor Relief Valves

Designed to provide overpressure protection after high pressure regulators per requirements of NFPA 58.
Proper selection of the relief device requires that the failure flow rate of the high pressure regulator be known.
Other spring ranges and flow capacities available to meet specific needs.

Part Spring CFH Flow Propane Pipeaway

Size
Number Range at 20 PSIG Adapter

3139-10 3139-18 18 PSIG (fixed) 1/4” MNPT 1357 3139-10 3/8” FNPT

289H-43 10 - 20 PSIG 1” FNPT 20,096 Use 1” pipe

289H
Typical external relief installation

3139-18

Automatic Changeover Regulators

Designed for two cylinder applications. Provides automatic changeover from “service” to “reserve” cylinder.

BTU /
Part Inlet Outlet Service Outlet
HR**
Number Connection Connection Indicator Pressure
Capacity

7525B34 400,000
1/4” Inverted
7525B4 1/2” FNPT Integral 11” W.C.
Flare
500,000
5755B4*

* Includes pigtails and mounting bracket.

** Propane capacity based on 25 PSIG inlet pressure and 9” W.C. delivery pressure.
7525B34 7525B4

Specialty RV Regulators
Smaller, compact twin-stage and automatic changeover regulators mainly for RV applications.

Part BTU / HR* Inlet Outlet Outlet

Number Capacity Connection Connection Pressure

299-00 160,000 1/4” FNPT 3/8” FNPT 11” W.C.

254-00 130,000 1/4” Inv Flare 3/8” FNPT 11” W.C.

* Propane capacity based on 25 PSIG inlet pressure and 9” W.C. delivery pressure.
299-00 254-00

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Pigtails/Hogtails
Copper pigtails with brass connectors provide an effective method of connecting regulators to storage tank outlet valves.

912 Pigtails are 1/4” O.D. copper

Part Number

913 Hogtails are 3/8” O.D. copper

1/4” Tube 3/8” Tube

Approximate 7/8” Hex 1 1/8” Hex 7/8” Hex

Connections Length Short Nipple Long Nipple Short Nipple
5” ---- ---- 913PS05

12” 912PS12 ---- 913PS12

MPOL X 20” 912PS20 912PA20 913PS20

MPOL 30” 912PS30 ---- 913PS30
913PS12
36” 912PS36 912PA36 913PS36

48” 912PS48 912PA48 913PS48

20” 912FS20 912FA20 ----

1/4” Inverted
Flare 30” 912FS30 ---- ----
X MPOL
36” 912FS36 ---- ---- 912JS12
5” ---- ---- 913JS05

1/4” MNPT 12” 912JS12 ---- 913JS12

X MPOL 20” 912JS20 ---- 913JS20

36” 912JS36 ---- ----

912FS20
1/2” MNPT
12” ---- ---- 913LS12
X MPOL

Regulator Brackets
Specially designed to mount RegO regulators where a bracket is required.

Part
Number Material For Use With Regulator
2302 Series / LV404B34 /
2302-31 Cadmium
LV3403B4 / LV3403TR
Plated
2503-22 Steel
LV404B9 Series, LV5503 Series
LV4403 Series
2503-19 Aluminum 2503-19

2503-22
2302-31

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Regulator Vent Piping DO NOT USE THE

RUBBER SUPPRESSOR
The vent line must be as large as the vent opening on the regulator.
FOR VENTS OVER 1/4”
The termination must be protected from the elements and insects.

For Indoor Venting TERMINATE WITH A VENT SCREEN

Use the appropriate size standard pipe and terminate the run outdoors with a vent
screen. Do not use PVC indoors.
3/4” NPT
For Outdoor Venting
Use either the appropriate size pipe or the equivalent size 4403-30
Y602-9
UL651 SCH 40 Rigid PVC Conduit and terminate the run with a vent screen. Screen
Screen

UL 651 SCH 40 Rigid PVC Conduit

uit
Cond
Pipe and fittings are nonmetallic PVC. They are resistant to sunlight and
are UL Listed for exposed or outdoor usage. Lightweight and easy cement P V C
joint installation.
l e c t rical L 651)
le E gs (U
Samp nd Fittin Locally
a hase
Purc

Remote Regulator Venting Examples

Outdoors Indoors
Use Steel Pipe or UL 651 PVC Use Steel Pipe and Fittings
Regulator vent discharge must be remote from Regulators installed inside buildings
building openings, air intakes & ignition sources. must be vented to the outdoors.

Screen

Refer to NFPA 58 for Point of Discharge requirements. Screen

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Multiple Cylinder Manifolds

Use with suitable pigtails to connect multiple cylinders together. Ideal for loads that
require more than one cylinder to be in service at a time.

Part Inlet Outlet Disc

Number Connections Connection Check

1350E No
FPOL MPOL
1350R Yes

1450E No
1/4” Inverted
1/4” MNPT
1450R
Flare
Yes 1450R
1350E

Pressure Test Equipment

APTK
TEST KIT

ACCESS
VALVE
Leak Testing Made Simple First Stage Regulator
with Access Valve
♦ Permanantly installed access valve with automatic shutoff and
dust cap eliminates breaking into the system.
19062 19063
♦ Flexible hose with 90 degree knurled swivel adapter provides 1/8” NPT 1/4” NPT
hand tight hookup even in tight quarters.
♦ 15 PSI pressure gauge for accurate pressure test. Access valves include caps with
♦ Bleed valve to reduce system pressure before testing. resilient seat for gas tight seal.

Low Pressure Test Kit
For checking low pressure systems.
Gauge has dual 35” w.c. & 20 oz.
scales. Includes 3 ft. flexible hose
with belled end
High Pressure Gauge Adapter Low Pressure Manometer Kit
For checking high pressure sys- For checking low pressure systems.
tems. MPOL X FPOL with 300# 16” w.c. magnetic flex manometer, 3
pressure gauge and bleeder. ft. hose, green dye & tubing adapters.

2434A 2962 1212 KIT

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