Making a brazier from a gas cylinder with your own hands

Are you trying to find a useful and enjoyable do-it-yourself project to improve your outdoor area? How about using a gas cylinder to create a brazier? It’s not only a fantastic way to reuse an old cylinder, but it’s also a quick and easy way to enjoy warmth and cooking outdoors. We’ll walk you through the process of making your own brazier in this guide, which is ideal for spending time with friends and family.

Creating a brazier out of a gas cylinder only needs a few simple tools and supplies, and the process is rather easy. With a little imagination and some basic welding knowledge, you can turn an abandoned cylinder into a chic and useful addition for your patio or backyard. You can also alter a brazier to fit your own tastes and style by crafting one yourself.

It’s crucial to take some safety measures before you start. Make sure the gas cylinder is totally empty and free of any gas before you begin working with it because handling gas cylinders can be dangerous. Additionally, make sure you work in a well-ventilated area away from flammable materials and wear the proper safety gear, such as gloves and eye protection.

You are now prepared to begin after gathering your supplies and taking the required safety measures. As we walk you through the process of converting a gas cylinder into a brazier that will provide you hours of fun outdoors, please follow along.

Materials needed:	Tools needed:
1. Empty gas cylinder	1. Angle grinder
2. Metal grate	2. Welding machine
3. Metal mesh	3. Drill
4. Metal rods	4. Screwdriver
5. Hinges	5. Pliers
6. Handles	6. Safety gloves

Step-by-step instructions

Creating a brazier requires a few different steps.

Sawing. Sawing the cylinder into two halves is necessary. As near to the weld seam as feasible, this should be done. It is preferable to leave the side walls intact. They will help to keep the temperature stable and act as effective fire shutters. The side rings will support the lid, so be careful not to damage them when sawing.

Chopping a cylinder

Legs. Your choice alone determines the leg height. Pipe scraps can be used, or you can screw on the legs from an antique sewing machine.

Wheels on the legs could make mobility easier.

Drill four holes in the brazier’s bottom and insert bolts into them so that the threads are on the outside of the brazier to attach the pipe. They can be joined by welding or tightened with nuts. The brazier is screwed to and the tops of the pipes are welded with nuts.

Advice: Firmly secure the brazier to the ground in order to facilitate the cover installation process.

Putting the lid on. The brazier’s cover is fastened to the hinges, which are welded on after being secured with rivets. If the canopies are pointed in one direction, the lid can be removed. Welding the hinges is required because the rivets may easily fly out when exposed to extreme heat. However, bolts will be sufficient for mounting the handle on the grill cover. Keep in mind that heat resistance is a requirement when selecting the handle’s material. Additionally, you can use a corner or some chains to create a lid limiter. The vent hole may be used to install a chimney.

Hinges can be used to secure the lid.

Put together. In addition, some artisans weld a corner to the brazier’s inner edges to keep it from bending due to temperature changes. It increases the structure’s rigidity and fortifies the perimeter. It will also function as a stand for the skewers and grill. The bottom portion of the grill has holes drilled into it to eliminate the need to manually shovel out the ash. If there are no corners, a bolgar is used to cut out slots for skewers.

Advice: You can create two zones inside the brazier for more convenience and functionality. Create the grill supports in one section and the skewer connectors in the other. You can raise or lower the grate above the coals by installing extra clamps at various levels.

The coloring will be the last touch. This is a private process that is entirely voluntary.

With a bolt cutter, create slits for skewers.

Clear instructions

The cylinder has been cleaned and is now ready. It now needs to be cut into two pieces. The simplest method is to just cut the cylinder in half lengthwise to create two traditional open braziers.

Cutting the cylinder in half and using it as a standard open brazier is the simplest method.

In order to create a barbecue brazier, you must "cut" and shape a rectangle that will serve as the brazier’s lid. The remaining portion will serve as the brazier’s base. Draw a rectangle on the surface using the cut lines; the vertical (transverse) lines should be spaced about 20 cm from the edges of the cylinder, and the horizontal lines should be roughly in the middle of the cylinder or 5 cm above it.

Cutting the cylinder

Use a bolt cutter or gas cutter to cut the cylinder. Mark the lid’s perimeter by indicating the location of the 5 cm cut that will be made from the welding seams that join the base and the container’s bottom. Keeping the disk perpendicular to the cylinder, saw from the center outward to the edge.

The disk may burn out by the time the cut is finished because of the hardness of the cylinder walls and the intensity of the work. To prevent this, cut some sections partially through; you can then simply bite off the tiny pieces with a chisel.

This is the appearance of the sliced cylinder as a brazier blank.

Brazier legs

After deciding on the height of your brazier, begin attaching the legs. To make welding the lid convenient, you must firmly place the brazier on the ground.

The easiest places to attach it are to the metal pedestal from a small desk or the brazier legs from an old sewing machine.

Pipes can be used to construct legs that are bolted to the bottom. Create four holes in the base, and then put the bolts in them so that the threads face outward. To secure them, tighten them with nuts or weld them. Weld the nuts to the bolts on the tops of the legs, then screw them into the brazier’s base.

Installing the lid and handle

Make holes for the hinges, fasten them with rivets, and weld them on to secure the lid. If this isn’t done, high temperatures may cause the lid to come off. If you want to install a removable lid without hinges, you’ll need to attach metal strips to the brazier’s cross edges in order to keep the lid from falling in.

To secure the cover to the brazier, use door hinges that are welded.

The handle and lid can be fastened together with bolts. Drilling holes for them and fixing them is sufficient. Select straightforward, heat-resistant handles to prevent burning down the road. Welding a metal bar to the base creates incredibly handy handles.

Select handles for your grill that are cozy and resistant to heat.

It is now necessary to install a lid limiter. Create it from a pipe segment or a corner. Furthermore, the maximum extent of the lid’s "tilting" can be adjusted by using chains to secure it on one or both sides.

To ensure that all the components of the structure are firmly pressed together and there are no gaps, pre-connect the parts when using clamps.

Assembly

1. You may encounter deformation of the grill when you cook on the grill. To avoid this, weld corners to the inner longitudinal edges of the base. You can place barbecue grates or skewers on the ledge made from the corner. For high legs of the brazier also need additional fixation, which you can easily provide if you weld on the outer perimeter of the structure angle, which will increase its rigidity. The body of the brazier should be strengthened so that the brazier does not deform in the future
2. Make holes in the bottom of the brazier with a drill. They are needed to conveniently pour out the coals or drain water accumulated after rain. In addition, the wood in the brazier will burn better if you provide a draft of air from below. Make holes in the bottom of the brazier
3. Install a pipe for smoke outlet in the hole where the valve was, and weld it in place. Not everyone does this, some leave the brazier without a chimney, especially if it is planned to cook mainly with an open lid. Install the pipe for the smoke outlet
4. If you did not attach a corner inside, you can make slits in the sides of the base with a bolt cutter, in which skewers will be installed.

Make slits in the walls of the cylinder for skewers with a bolgar

Examples of braziers made of gas cylinders

Cutting a gas container in half, drilling air holes in the sides, and welding four legs to the bottom is the simplest method for converting it into a brazier.

The cylinder is divided in half, yielding two braziers.

The most common choice among experts is to remove the body’s side and transform it into a door. When grilling, it will help keep the coals hot for longer.

Two of the legs should have wheels for mobility, and the third leg should serve as a support. It is possible to extend the transportation handle and mount a board holding condiments and dishes on it.

An old sewing machine frame makes the best roaster frame. It prevents the structure from toppling over by lowering its center of gravity.

The brazier looks and works better with forged accents and a side pipe for smoke exhaust.

We can create a more sturdy structure by adding two tables to the sides, constructing a smoke umbrella over the grill, and mounting it on curved steel legs. Although it is not absolutely necessary, having an extra canopy enhances appearance.

The next item in our review is a homemade brazier-smoker made out of gas cylinders. It combines two different sizes of containers: 20 and 50 liters. The smaller one serves as a smoke generator and is positioned beneath the larger one, with a tiny window connecting the two. The chimney is raised to enhance the draught.

The addition of a third vertical container is a more sophisticated variation. Products intended for cold smoking are hung from it. Such a construction has enough capacity overall to prepare delectable meat and fish dishes in advance.

The brazier becomes the center of attention, taking pride of place on the site. Because they are aware of this, many artisans embellish it using their creativity.

A steam engine-inspired design is the most widely used choice. The roaster’s fire and smoke fit in this picture as well as being plausible.

A smoke generator can be positioned over the "driver’s compartment" and organically integrated into the locomotive’s overall design.

The container’s sleek design is reminiscent of a submarine. We would like to bring to your notice a fascinating illustration of the application of this concept.

One gas tank master compared it to a submarine, while another one associated it with a piglet. In metal, it is not too hard to embody.

After becoming acquainted with the examples of traditional "braziers," let’s examine the useful question of how to construct a barbecue using a gas cylinder and a homemade smokehouse.

Preparation of materials and tools

Select a cylinder first. For a large fryer, a recommended volume of 50 liters should be used. The pot is cleared of any fuel residue before beginning to assemble a homemade brazier. Even if it appears that the container is empty, fill it all the way.

Cleaning the cylinder of gas

Dangerous condensate builds up on the walls and bottom of the container even though the majority of the propane has long since evaporated. To remove it, you’ll need:

• Release the gas naturally – through the valve;
• flush the tank.

The container is turned upside down to empty it completely. Wet the valve with soapy water to check if any gas is escaping; if it is, it will bubble. Another method is through smell. Propane has an overpowering odor because it contains odorants, especially when there is a large amount of it in the cylinder. In order to prevent panic, the clean container should be outside, ideally away from people. Naturally, keep away from fire sources as well.

Picture: the propane valve was sawed off.

The cylinder is rinsed in the following manner:

1. The valve is sawed off. It is done by two people – the assistant constantly pours water on the place of sawing so that the cylinder does not explode due to heat and sparks.
2. Through a hole in the container water is fed under pressure. During the process, the cylinder is shaken to rinse the walls well.
3. The water is left for a few days, after which it is drained off. Since it will be filled with mercaptans, the odor will be acrid. It is not advisable to pour such a liquid on the beds.

Manganese is added to the water to make it odorless, which oxidizes the odorizing substances.

It is difficult to get rid of the strong gas smell. The cleaned and sawed cylinder is burned from the inside out in order to finally get it out.

Tools and additional materials

To continue working, you’ll need:

• bolgar;
• drill;
• welding machine;
• Metal hinges and a handle for the lid;
• steel pipes to create legs.

Rivets will also be helpful for temporarily fastening the lid if the task is completed alone.

Preparing the cylinder

Gas residue, which always forms during cutting, can burst out of a gas cylinder at the first sign of a tiny spark. As a result, you need to prepare the cylinder before you can begin cutting.

The first priority gas outlet is provided by properly opening a gas cylinder underneath the brazier. Turn the cylinder upside down and open the valve, or unscrew it if you can. Wait for the gas to release after that. To check the presence of gas, you need to use soapy foam. The gas is out if there are no soap bubbles. This is frequently mentioned in various videos.

The next step is to saw off the portion where the valve is purposefully fixed or where it has been screwed in. There will be a lot of sparks produced during this process. By soaking the area where they were cut with water, you can remove their appearance. Having an assistant complete this task is preferable. Water also prevents the metal from heating up.

There may be some gas residue in such a cylinder. To eliminate them completely, in the hole made in the place of the valve water is poured in. It is necessary to fill the entire cylinder with it. To facilitate the work, it is worth using a hose with pressure. While pouring water, the container should be shaken. After that, you can drain the liquid. However, it should be remembered that it has absorbed not only the gas residue but also its odor. And it is stable, and at the place of pouring out will be felt for several days. Therefore, if you don"t want to feel it on the territory of your house or dacha, it"s better to pour the water elsewhere.

Making a barbecue from a gas cylinder

Cooking over a gas cylinder

Before you make a barbecue, you should carefully inspect the gas tank: it should not have obvious damage and traces of corrosion, because in these places the metal will burn the fastest. On how to properly prepare the cylinder and how the step-by-step manufacture of the brazier looks like, you can see on the photo and video. Drawings for working with a cylinder are not necessary, since the manufacture of a brazier and barbecue is not so complicated. There is no single design scheme, since cooking on coals depends on individual preferences. If coals and a grate are supposed to be used, the cylinder can be cut exactly in the middle. If skewers are to be used, the top cut should be smaller than the base of the container.

Preparing the cylinder

You must first carefully prepare the gas container before you can use a gas cylinder to make a barbecue by hand. Cylinders that are totally gas-free are used to make braziers. When cutting with a bolgar, the container that has the least amount of gas inside it could burst.

To completely empty the container of its contents, you can fill it with water and then drain it out. To do this, first open the valve and leave it for a while to allow the gas to evaporate. You can"t do this indoors! Then it must be turned upside down to drain the condensate. To control the gas outlet, you need to apply soap foam on the hole and wait until it stops bubbling, and only then you can work further. Then the cylinder is laid on its side, and the valve is cut off, at the same time the place of cut is watered with cold water. After that, a hose with water is connected to the cut-off point, filling the cylinder to the top. In this form it should be left for a few days, then empty it and proceed to opening it up.

If the side flange tank needs to be ventilated, it can be left in the sun with the opening facing down for a while. The gas should be blasted out of the cylinder using compressed air after it has heated up enough to release its residue, which is heavier than air.

Opening the container

Cut the cylinder should be cut with a bolgar, because after cutting with an acetylene torch there are irregularities on the edges that require additional grinding. The cut should be made very carefully along the seam of the cylinder, so as not to damage the centering rings located inside and holding the structure at the factory welding. With the help of concentric welds, the hemispheres of the gas tank sides are welded to the cylindrical base. The rings can be used to hold the lid of the future barbecue. Before opening, it is better to mark the cutting area with a pencil: the horizontal marking should be approximately in the middle of the cylinder surface or 5 cm higher, and the vertical markings should be 20 cm from the edges.

There is a unique flange on the body of cylindrical car gas cylinders that can be used to mount a ventilation box and a multivalve. It can be connected to it in the future if the construction has a lid, so there’s no need to remove it now. If there is a valve installed on the end, it needs to be taken apart using a hole plug or a 90-degree elbow to create a chimney.

Once the vessel is cut, it must be thoroughly burned within for several hours in order to remove all of the paint that covered its exterior.

It is advisable to leave the side hemispherical sections in place as they will keep the stove’s temperature stable and act as effective wind protection for the fire.

Advantages and disadvantages of a barbecue from a cylinder

A good brazier and related equipment cost a lot of money. The cost of construction will be cheaper if you build a barbecue out of a cylinder by hand. You won’t have to spend a lot of money as a result. Additional benefits of using this solution:

• considerable length (about 120 cm), which allows you to cook a large number of products in one approach;
• relatively simple installation process;
• minimum of materials used, as the barbecue is made from a propane cylinder;
• The basis of the design – heat-resistant metal (wall thickness of 3 mm);
• The presence of a lid protects the food and the fire from precipitation, in addition, with its help you can regulate the flame.

But there are drawbacks as well. For instance, the cylinder’s relatively large volume makes it challenging to use in a small yard. An additional drawback is the weighty nature. Moving a barbecue like that is a challenge. It would be better to do this work in pairs. Propane cylinders are distinguished by their notable wall thickness and length.

Unattractive appearance is another drawback. Although painting the structure is not advised due to its constant exposure to high temperatures, you are free to select finishing materials that have the right qualities if you so choose. They also mention that using firewood is not possible. The main idea is that a gas cylinder barbecue is characterized by an inadequately tall height. Considering that the grate also restricts the available space, firewood cannot be placed within.

Materials and tools

Naturally, the gas cylinder itself needs to be ready first. The primary requirements are that the device have a 50-liter capacity and a 120-cm height. This is the ideal size for a brazier so you can cook a large quantity of food at one time.

A 120 cm tall, old, corroded gas cylinder can be used to create a fantastic brazier.

Note: Carefully check the chosen cylinder for any damage. When you use the brazier for cooking, the areas affected by corrosion will quickly burn through, so there shouldn’t be any noticeable corrosion.

Apart from the cylinder, you will require:

• bolgar;
• drill;
• hammer;
• chisel;
• adjustable wrench;
• screwdriver;
• 2 strong door hinges;
• metal pipe;
• corner. Bolgarka – the main tool you will need to make a brazier

It will be necessary to mount the brazier on legs. You can design and use, for example, racks from an old sewing machine, or you can make them out of metal corners or pipes.

A very unique brazier stand can be made out of Singer sewing machine legs.

Step-by-step instructions

First marking and cutting of the cylinder, as we mentioned in the article’s opening. Let’s now add images to our instructions and describe additional steps.

It is more practical to weld the brazier’s body hinges at the point where the lid separates after making a cut in the body. They will slide into place in this scenario without warping. A steel bar handle is welded to the lid on the opposite side.

The door will fall back when you open it if you don’t put a stopper on the side of the hinge, making it difficult to remove. Welding a little angle bar segment in the center between the hinges can serve as a stop.

Although blow holes can be drilled, creating them in the shape of vertical slits with a bolgar is a simpler method.

Make triangle cutouts or drill holes in the fryer’s body spaced five to seven centimeters apart in order to mount skewers on the ribs.

There are two ways to construct the brazier’s legs:

• "Po-simple" from pieces of rebar or pipe, welding them to the bottom;
• Making a stand from profile pipes and a bent strip, on which the cylinder will lie down.

The lid needs to be closed to expedite the frying process. In this instance, a hole will need to be made and a pipe welded into it in order to accommodate smoke exhaust at the end of the container.

The smoke-generator compartment on the brazier-smoker sets it apart from a typical fryer. The most common cylinder used for this purpose is one that holds 20 liters. After marking a hole for smoke to pass through, it is removed using a bolgar.

A big container is used for the same procedure. They are then fused together via welding. There’s a big cylinder up on legs.

The covers are drawn, then cut out of the bodies and attached to the hinges. Create a chimney hole and weld it into the end of a large container.

Make angled shelves inside the cylinders and place thick wire grids on them. Drill holes in the smoke generator’s body from the back and install a rotary damper to control the draft. The chimney has a damper akin to this one attached.

Installing a temperature sensor on the main chamber’s body is highly recommended by experts (the upper measurement limit is +350 C). It will be easier to precisely regulate the smoking process and produce high-quality goods.

The structure is painted with a composition that is heat-resistant to finish the job. released on econet.ru

Features

There are various types of braziers made from used gas cylinders that you can easily make yourself.

The following types are available:

• simple brazier, which does not have a lid;
• barbecue;

Easy

Grilled

Smokehouse

Person who smokes

Since the final three handcrafted creations are very different from the initial version, you should become more acquainted with their characteristics:

• Barbecue It is a simple construction, which you can easily create with your own hands. To create such a brazier, you will need to cut off a part of the container, which will later be held on hinges and act as a door. Inside the structure there is an area for coals and a grid on which the products will be placed.

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

• Smoker also known as a "steam train.". It is a complex construction, which is characterized by multifunctionality. In such a product there are all the options that are available to such structures: brazier, barbecue, smoker, grill.

If you want to create one of these designs on your own, you’ll need to assemble a number of cylinders, each with a specific function. Upon completion, the smoker will resemble a steam locomotive.

Cylinders of oxygen and propane are used to make braziers. Cylinders are an excellent starting point for many different designs. They are made of premium metal, with standard dimensions and a nearly pre-made shape. With little effort and money, you can quickly build a brazier by hand thanks to these features.

Cylinders with thick walls can tolerate high temperatures, making them ideal for building different types of smokehouses, braziers, and barbecues.

Benefits of using a cylinder as a brazier

• Such a design will not burn 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 brazier you will be able to cook not only kebabs, but also bake vegetables, as well as engage in smoking and frying.
• After cooking you will not need to extinguish the coals with water. For these purposes, it will be enough to simply close the brazier with a lid. It also allows you to store the brazier outside. Due to the large size, you can prepare portions for the whole company.

• Even if you need to purchase a cylinder, such a construction will cost you less than buying metal sheets in the store.
• Ease of installation. Even a novice can make a barbecue from a cylinder.
• The work will take several hours.
• The construction from a cylinder will be suitable for the realization of any creative ideas.

When made from cylinders, braziers essentially have no drawbacks. Some users claim that the large structure’s dimensions are the design’s drawback. But you can also purchase items that are smaller. There is another group of people who claim that lighting firewood is made more difficult by the semicircular bottom. From an opposing viewpoint, this arrangement guarantees that the coals are found near the edges. It encourages the best possible searing of meat, which when cooked on conventional roasters can stay raw.

Professionals say that the spherical shape of the brazier walls makes it less ideal for frying kebabs because it restricts the processes that help the roasted meat’s flavor to "disclosure."

Preparatory measures

Prior to using the welding machine, you must choose a gas cylinder and get it ready for use, sketch out the future brazier as closely as possible, and gather the required supplies and equipment.

What kind of cylinder can be used

To make a brazier, any type of gas cylinder with a cylindrical shape will work. The best option is a 50-liter household propane-butane container, which is also the most widely available and sufficiently large. A standard 27-liter cylinder can be used if you want a more portable and lightweight design that can be carried in a passenger car’s trunk. It should be remembered that the spherical shape of the sides of the portable brazier may result in an inadequate working space width.

The high-alloyed low-carbon steels 30XMA, 45, 34CrMo4, and 30XGSA are used to make gas cylinders. The alloy is stronger and has better anti-corrosion qualities due to its high ligature content and decreased ligature content in the metal.

For a stationary barbecue, a 50–80 liter car gas cylinder is the best choice. It will be much more convenient to kindle firewood because of its larger diameter. A vessel of this kind also has a larger capacity. Its width allows you to cook enough food to feed a large gathering by allowing you to use the entire length of a standard skewer. The only caveat is that it will be hard to find an unwanted car gas tank and it won’t be affordable to buy a new one.

Vehicle gas cylinder braziers are distinguished by their wider width and, thus, higher capacity.

Because gas cylinders are constructed from premium alloy steel that has a thickness of three millimeters or more, it is likely still functional even after being left outside for an extended period of time. If the vessel is badly corroded, there’s no point in wasting time on it because a good blank will be easy to find.

How to protect yourself from an explosion

Do not rush to grab the bolt cutter, even if the used vessel’s valve is fully unscrewed and no gas leaks out of it. Even though the cylinder’s internal pressure has reached atmospheric pressure, dangerous substances like propane-butane and condensate are probably still present. The latter is emptied by inverting the vessel, and the explosive material is entirely eliminated by filling the cylinder to the brim with water and letting it sit for a few hours. Cut and weld of the metal cannot start until this condition is met and the liquid is emptied.

Only once the gas residues have been completely removed can work begin.

Schemes and drawings

Because the brazier made from a gas cylinder is so straightforward, careful design is not necessary. However, it is advised to create a tiny drawing or sketch of the future construction at the planning stage, showing the sizes of each component. This will enable you to accurately plan each process and ascertain the quantity and type of rolled metal that will be required. Maybe the sketches and layouts in our gallery will be useful to you as you work on the brazier.

Gallery of drawings and schemes

An illustration of a brazier with a framework An illustration of a 50-liter gas cylinder brazier An illustration of a gas cylinder brazier Plan for moving heated air

Materials and tools needed for work

Apart from the gas cylinder, the following items are required:

• sections of steel pipes and angles;
• Metal handles for the barbecue lid;
• door or furniture hinges;
• Pipe with a diameter of 100 mm with a 90-degree elbow, if it is planned to install a chimney;
• The grate, which will be needed for the barbecue;
• bolts and nuts or rivets.

Preparing primer, paint, and solvent—which are required for coloring—as well as decorative elements meant to elevate the structure are also essential.

When it comes to tools, we are certain that anyone who is curious about how to construct a homemade brazier can find them at:

• welding transformer or inverter;
• UShM – angle grinder (in common parlance "bolgarka");
• electrodes Ø3-4 mm;
• cutting and scraping disk for the machine;
• electric drill;
• a set of drills for working on metal;
• Clamps for fixing metal parts;
• a long metal ruler;
• scribbler;
• kern;
• adjustable and gas wrench;
• wrench set.

If the brazier is going to be painted after it is manufactured, make sure you have brushes or a compressor sprayer ready, along with an attachment brush for a drill or "bolgarka."

What else can be made from a gas cylinder nuances of manufacturing

Based on a gas cylinder, dozens of different types of grills, barbecues, and smokehouses can be created. To make things easier, here is a quick rundown of a few of these gadgets:

1. Open brazier from a gas cylinder. The simplest type of construction from a gas cylinder. Even a schoolboy can make such a brazier. To create such a "masterpiece" will require a minimum of cost and time
2. Barbecue. We have described this design variant in detail above. The peculiarity of this design is the presence of a hinged lid.
3. smokehouse differs from a barbecue in that it necessarily contains a firebox. The gas cylinder smoker furnace plays the role of a small stove. Its task is to supply the smoking compartment with warm steam of constant temperature The whole construction must be hermetically sealed. The design is necessarily equipped with a chimney pipe.
4. Smoker – a second name is steam locomotive. It is better to make it on the basis of accurately constructed drawings. This is the brainchild of a folk craftsman, because the unit combines the functions of several devices at once – barbecue, grill, smokehouse and barbecue.

The smoker’s operating principle

Naturally, one cylinder cannot perform all tasks; each pipe has a specific purpose. This product offers every option available to structures of that kind, including grill, smoker, barbecue, and barbecue.

How to make a smokehouse from a gas cylinder

Let’s talk about some unique aspects of building a smokehouse out of two cylinders.

Illustration	Description of action
	The base for a gas cylinder smokehouse can be a stand for an old sewing machine or such a welded construction.
We think over in advance the options for fixing the retractable or folding table. The design can be different.
	Prepare the cylinders, following the instructions above. We cut each of them like simple barbecue roasters. Smokehouse from a gas cylinder with your own hands is better to perform according to the drawings.
The only difference – in the firebox it is necessary to make a hole for the "blowhole", which will allow you to control the process of smoldering coals. Which, in turn, will create the smoke necessary for smoking.
	Weld a handle for opening the lid and transportation handles to the lid from the side convenient for you.
In the furnace we place a special grid for laying chips.
	Begin work on creating a chimney. Weld the "elbow" and the main pipe.
From above, we cover it with an adjustable "curtain".
	And this is how we got such a multifunctional gas cylinder smoker with our own hands.

From the assembly drawings to the taste tests of the aromatic delicacy, this is a cold-smoking smokehouse. We will go into great detail about smokehouses that allow people to smoke indoors in a special edition of our portal. You will discover the characteristics of the cold smoking procedure, the design of the apparatus, the cold smoking smokehouse’s working principle, and how to construct a smokehouse by hand.

Grill from a gas cylinder with your own hands

A grill that runs on gas is a kind of barbecue. There is just one distinction: the cylinder’s corners had to be welded in order to create this design so that a unique grid could be attached.

barbecue with your own hands from a gas cylinder

We looked at a detailed example of creating a barbecue using a gas cylinder by hand in this post. Watch this video if you still have questions about how to build a barbecue brazier on your own using a gas cylinder:

Barbeque grill with your own hands from a gas cylinder

Any of the homemade products this review looks at can serve as a kebab grill. This task can even be completed perfectly by an open brazier. But keep in mind that these kinds of structures are frequently not weather- or wind-proof.

How to make with your own hands from a gas cylinder barbecue steam locomotive

The true masters of metalworking are faced with one of the hardest and most labor-intensive tasks possible.

Such a construction is beyond the capabilities of a novice. This kind of "self-made" appliance can perform multiple functions simultaneously: it can be used as a grill, barbecue, smoker, and brazier. Every compartment has a specific function. Since there is almost no heat loss in these braziers, their hermetic design contributes to their excellent performance.

This video will teach you how to weld a barbecue from a gas cylinder if you choose to build a barbecue steamer.

Recommendations for use

It is not advised to leave your charcoal grill outside in the rain or snow, even if you have applied an anti-corrosion coating to it. A canopy is the best location for installation. The building should be relocated to a utility room, garage, or shed when it gets cold.

Discover some guidelines for using the grill properly:

• When building a fire, the inside of the structure should be divided into two parts. In the one where there is a large amount of heat, you should cook the meat. In the zone with a lower temperature – bake fish or vegetables.
• It is not recommended to turn the skewer frequently. For a good roast, you only need to turn the meat twice.
• Coals should have a red color with a gray patina.

• Make sure that the meat is not charred. Black scum on the product is a direct path to various cancerous diseases. It is also not recommended to eat meat with a weak roast. Such products can cause helminth infestation.
• With a few branches from fruit trees, you can give the meat a special flavor.
• If you are cooking in the rain, you should not move your barbecue indoors. A poor draft will increase the concentration of carbon monoxide.
• To prevent fires, place the structure away from flammable items. There should be no grass, boards or branches near the legs. Ashes should not be thrown away immediately, as they can smolder for a day, which can also cause fire.

These tips will help you keep the brazier fresher for longer and make mouthwatering kebabs for your guests.

We’ll cover the materials you’ll need, the steps to safely prepare the cylinder, and the construction process to help you create a functional and affordable brazier for your home.Whether you’re a seasoned DIY enthusiast or just getting started, this guide will walk you through each step, making the process simple and accessible. By repurposing a gas cylinder, you can create a durable and efficient brazier for outdoor cooking and gatherings at home.

Smokehouse

A smokehouse differs primarily in that it is tighter. The brazier-smoker is constructed in the same manner as previously mentioned, with the addition of a firebox. To accomplish this, cut off half of the bottom; the firebox will go there. Sheet iron or any other appropriate material can be used to construct the firebox itself.

Brazier-smoker made of two distinct sized cylinders

Some artisans use smaller cylinders to create a firebox. The required construction is obtained and the prefabricated firebox is welded to the grill. An integral part of a smokehouse is a chimney. One can either make their own chimney or buy a pre-made one from a store.

Advice: If you’re willing to take on more work and don’t mind getting things complicated, you could incorporate a motor into the design to rotate the spit on its own.

Once the wood has warmed the brazier, you can light up a cigarette. It might be necessary to heat the brazier multiple times until the gas smell completely goes away if it is absorbed into the cylinder.

Remember that the smokehouse needs a chimney.

Making a roaster from a metal cylinder

First, you have to decide if making a brazier out of one of these containers will be the best course of action. After all, you can construct a stationary barbecue out of practically any makeshift object. Some ideas are barrels, bricks, sheets of superfluous metal, and bourzhuyka.

Gallery of ready-made variants

Advantages

The primary feature that sets homemade barbecues apart from ready-made barbecues that are purchased is their affordability. You can purchase a low-cost container of this kind even if your home does not have an old gas cylinder. It just needs to be properly prepped to be turned into a brazier.

Additional benefits of the grill from the cylinder are as follows:

• ease of manufacture – having the necessary tools and drawings, make a brazier with their own hands can even a person with only basic skills;
• functionality – the use of additional devices will allow you to cook not only kebabs, but also grill, as well as smoke meat and fish;
• durability and reliability – high quality steel is used in the manufacture of cylinders, such a brazier will last a long time even with active use;
• convenience of use – due to the strength of steel, the bottom will not burn through, so the coals do not need to be extinguished after cooking, it is enough to close the lid of the grill;
• variety of design – you can realize different ideas, make a portable or stationary brazier, give the chimney for smoking the shape of a steam locomotive chimney, decorate the roaster in vintage style, etc. Photo: brazier in the form of a torpedo

It is important to note the size of the design as well: you can cook twice as much meat on the grill from the cylinder than you can on a cheap, store-bought metal barbecue.

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Disadvantages

The following are some drawbacks of utilizing such a product:

1. Unattractive appearance of a standard cylinder, especially if it is old. Shabby red paint, dents and welding marks will ruin the aesthetics of the barbecue if you don"t work on its finish. It is better to use a heat-resistant coating – it will additionally protect from burns when cooking.
2. Large mass of the structure – such a portable brazier will be only conditionally. To take the product with you to the nature will definitely not work, so this option is suitable only for use in the adjacent territory.
3. If the skills of working with a welding machine is not enough, the reliability of the construction will suffer.
4. Making mistakes when making a brazier, non-compliance with technology will lead to low efficiency, or even inoperability of the fryer.

Remember that the primary risk is the potential for the cylinder to explode while being cut. You must carry out the necessary preliminary work in a proper manner to stop this from occurring.

Photo: Take safety precautions when cutting the cylinder.

Materials and tools for the grill

The basis of the construction is a gas cylinder, its volume is 50 liters. Height – 1.2 m, and this is enough to subsequently keep the heat for a long time. And it will easily accommodate a couple of large barbecue grates (relevant for cooking large quantities of meat). There should be no external damage on the cylinder, otherwise small pockets of corrosion under the influence of high temperature and open fire will turn into holes. Not immediately, but after several years of active use such a fate awaits the metal. And if you decide to cover the finished brazier with a layer of heat-resistant paint, the defects will come out. Holes can be welded, but the appearance of it will be spoiled. For the work you will need tools and materials:

• electric drill;
• bolgar;
• pipe wrench;
• chisel and hammer;
• screwdrivers;
• metal pipe;
• door hinges;
• metal corner.

A suitable frame from an old school desk or sewing machine racks can be used as the brazier’s legs. You can also use homemade ones constructed out of rebar and angle or profiled pipe. If the brazier is to be permanently installed, a brick stand can be constructed. Just make sure the ash is easily removed from the bottom.

How to properly cut a cylinder

Gasoline, or other liquid hydrocarbons, almost always stays inside the metal container. This material poses a risk because it has the ability to quickly evaporate the liquid, raising the possibility that the cylinder may burst. Consequently, it’s essential to empty the inner container of gasoline and other gases before cutting metal in order to stop oxygen from leaking out and reaching the cut site!

Everything mentioned above is done in this manner:

1. Using a shock load and a wrench, unscrew the valve, thus allowing the propane residue to escape.
2. Fill the gas cylinder with water and leave it in this position for a couple of days. Water will dissolve the liquid hydrocarbons during this time. Soapy water may be used if desired.
3. Pour out the water, and then re-fill the container. Firmly cover the hole with some sealant, after which start cutting the metal according to the scheme.

The only places the open cylinder should be kept are outside, away from kids and fire hazards, and in a room with plenty of ventilation!

Many craftsmen’s experiences lead us to conclude that not everyone can unscrew the valve on the first try because it "sticks" firmly over time. A sledgehammer can be used, of course, but it usually doesn’t help. There is a quicker, but more patient, way to fill the water cylinder: just unscrew the faucet-bouquet, which has an 8-millimeter hole underneath. Gently pour water into the container through it with a dropper, then cut the cylinder open.

Water will flow out while you cut the metal; just keep sawing. It is advised to complete the task with your hands in an open area away from residential buildings because gasoline has an unpleasant odor. For the same reason, making sure a respirator with gas protection is present is important! The pieces that are left over should not be put back together right away because you need to calcine them over a fire to remove any accumulated dirt.

The ideal setting for a nice meal is a pergola outside the edge of the countryside. Furthermore, since this resource is geared toward independent work, we advise you to build a pergola by hand! You can click the following link to familiarize yourself with ready-made photo projects, advice on selecting materials, and assembly instructions.

Preparation of tools and materials

Making sure the required tools and materials are available is essential to working quickly. What we’ll need to make a brazier is:

1. Welding machine.
2. Drill.
3. Several clamps.
4. Metal pipe.
5. Electric drill.
6. Dense sheets of metal to add strength to the structure.
7. Aluminum rivets.
8. Hinges for the lid.
9. The basis of the brazier is a cylinder with a volume of at least 50 liters (if the cylinder is smaller, it will be inconvenient to turn the coals).

These are the basic components needed to assemble a brazier.

Crucial! Sawing the cylinder can only happen after all of the gas has been released because safety always comes first.

It’s easy to remove gas: just flip the cylinder over and twist the valve. Since gas is heavier than air, it will escape rapidly in this configuration. You must soap the valve opening in order to determine whether the process is continuing or not. Bubbles indicate that gas is escaping; wait for the process to be finished. In order to remove any remaining gas, the cylinder can be filled all the way with water at the end.

Fabrication process instructions

Once the cylinder is empty and you have all the tools you need, you can start working:

1. The photo shows a standard 50-liter cylinder – this is the optimal size for making a brazier from a gas cylinder. You will be able to easily turn the coals and make large batches of food at a time. Alternatively, you can take a larger cylinder, but you should not take a smaller one.
2. It is recommended to leave the side walls, then the wind will not be able to blow the coals when roasting meat. It is recommended to cut the metal right along the seam.
3. Under the seams you will find the base rings. They are installed at the cylinder factory for proper joining of the bottom and the body. There is no need to cut through them, as they will be used later as shelves for the lid.
4. As a result, from one cylinder we get two elements of a brazier.
5. The next step is to install the hinges. At the beginning of the process they need to be fixed on rivets. This is done for fixation, so the rivets can be aluminum. After installation, the hinges must necessarily be welded to the cylinder, since the lid on rivets alone will not withstand high temperatures and will fall down.
6. In the end, the picture should be like this:
7. After welding, we let the metal cool down. After that, you can start making the handles of the brazier. It is recommended to take ordinary metal handles, as they are cheap and immune to high temperatures.
8. There is a possibility that high temperatures may cause the metal of the cylinder to warp. To prevent this trouble, you need to weld the angle around the perimeter of the edges of the cut. The photo shows a 32*32 corner. In the work will help clamps, as they allow you to press the corner to the body almost without a gap. In the future, the corner will serve as a support for grills or skewers. The element is welded inside the body next to the hinges.
9. Then we do the legs. The description of their design and features is in the allotted section of the article. Now our task is to make short bases, so that in the future they can be increased to the required height.
10. The next step is to weld the hinges to the body and lid of the brazier. Here you need to determine what the lid should be. If you want it to stay on, the hinges should be welded "to each other". In case the lid has to be removed, the hinges are welded in one direction.
11. We boil the handles and then screw them on securely.
12. Put the lid from the top of the cylinder on the ready hinges. The process is performed in the same way, regardless of the location of the hinges.
13. We measure the angle and length, after which we make stops for the lid of the homemade brazier.
14. Check whether the brazier does not fall down in the position with the lid open. If the stability is low, the legs can be additionally fastened with a metal angle.
15. Along the entire length of the body it is necessary to drill holes. First of all, they are needed to ensure traction and combustion of fuel. Also through the holes will pour out water, pour out coal. If you decide to install a non-removable lid, you should take care of the holes in the body before installing the lid. On the sides of the casing make cuts for skewer holders – a bolgar can do the job.

The brazier can be deemed finished once the holes have been drilled. To completely get rid of the gas smell, give it a thorough cleaning and burn it several times. This is an optional step in regards to the paint. While some owners apply a heat-resistant coating during painting, others omit this step. The brazier will turn black and smoky after a few meals with a decent kebab. Installing a chimney is advised if you want to improve the draught. To do this, cut a round hole in the end of the brazier structure and weld in a regular drain pipe with the right diameter.

The brazier’s bottom can be lined with a pair of cast iron grates. They are utilized in a variety of boilers and burnt stoves. The brazier will have more ventilation once these components are installed. Glow-in-the-dark grates contribute to coal conservation by helping to cook meat. A barbecue can be set up outdoors or under a brick pergola.

The brazier’s interior is separated into two sectors for ease of use. Create protrusions for grates in one and cut slits for skewers in the other.

According to tests, the car cylinder’s thickness is sufficient for normal operation, and even at very high temperatures, the brazier’s shape is maintained.

From simple to complex outdoor brazier, barbecue, smokehouse, smoker, smoker

A few of the most popular grill designs can all be constructed from an outdated, non-functional gas cylinder:

• ordinary brazier without a lid;
• barbecue;
• smoker;
• smoker.

There are several noteworthy distinctions between the last three types, which we will go into further depth about.

1. Barbecue – a fairly simple design both in appearance and in manufacture. A part of the side of the cylinder is cut off, which is then attached to the hinges and serves as a door. Inside – a place for coals and a grid on which you will put food for frying. Barbecue brazier – a simple construction with a lid without a pipe for smoke removal
2. Smokehouse differs from the usual brazier by the presence of a firebox and airtightness. To make it, a strip of metal is cut in the bottom of the cylinder and a part of the bottom is cut off, usually half of it. The firebox made of sheet iron or from another cylinder must be welded and equip the structure with an additional pipe for smoke exhaustion. When the smokehouse is ready, it should be heated several times with wood, and then you can start smoking. Brazier-smokehouse assumes the presence of a firebox and a chimney
3. Brazier-smoker, or as it is also called – steam engine. Much more complex design, but multifunctional – it combines everything you could want from such a device: brazier, grill, smoker, barbecue. In order to build such a super-unit, you will need several balloon pipes, and each will have its own option. As a result, this device really becomes outwardly similar to a steam engine. Brazier-smoker is the most complicated, but also the most multifunctional construction from several gas cylinders

Photo gallery: how you can design a brazier

Convenient shelves can also be found in mangal-smokers. To make it easy to open in a heated state, the hinged lid is frequently fastened to a chain. Common people’s mangal-smoker, a steam engine, is essentially self-sufficient and aesthetically pleasing. Mangal-barbecue can be adorned beneath an antique car or a steam engine. Possibly the most straightforward choice: A brazier on a pipe leg with a detachable lid Usually, a log rack is positioned at the bottom. You can create shelves underneath and next to the brazier. Make a submarine out of the brazier.

Preparation for manufacturing drawings and optimum dimensions

The gas must be totally released from the cylinder before you begin creating a brazier because gas never fully "empties" a cylinder.

The cylinder may contain condensation, so you should first open the valve and completely release the gas. The only place it should be done is outside, far from any potential sources of fire as well as any objects that could spark sparks or ignite gas residue. You can soak the valve’s outlet in a soap solution to confirm that the gas is indeed escaping. Strong bubbles in the soapy water indicate that the gas is escaping.

Using an adjustable wrench to unscrew the valve and fully drain the cylinder of gas.

Once the cylinder is empty, turn it upside down, drain all of the condensate, fill it with water to the brim, and let it sit for two or three days to get rid of the gas smell. A standard garden hose is attached to the cylinder so that water can be poured into it under high pressure. From this point on, working with the workpiece will be safe.

To rinse the cylinder, fill it with water.

Residential buildings should have their water drained away from them as methane, even in small amounts, has a strong smell that wears off over several days.

Making a drawing of the future brazier, including all of its dimensions, components, and features, is the first step in the process.

• Height – 98 cm.
• Diameter – 30 cm.
• Wall thickness – 0.3 cm.
• Weight – 22 kg.

Cylinder markings

1. Since the diameter of the cylinder is 96 cm, it can be easily divided into 4 parts, starting the marking from the longitudinal seam to ensure uniformity. Marking the cylinder with chalk
2. From the seam should be set back 24 cm and mark two lines. Then lay the cylinder horizontally, and make marks for the placement of skewers.
3. From the transverse circular seams (bottom and top) should be set back about 3 cm and mark the cut line. Marking of the gas cylinder for the device of the lid
4. Then from the first and second line it is necessary to mark 10 cm from the first and second line in order to be able to attach the legs exactly parallel to each other.
5. The boundaries of the lid will be our first two marked lines from the longitudinal seam (24 cm each). Cutting lines for the cover of the future brazier
6. If there are metal rings welded inside the cylinder, it is necessary to make the cut so as not to damage them, as they will support the lid in the future. Internal rings of the cylinder to fix the lid

Marking and dimensions of the future brazier in the drawing

An illustration of a gas cylinder brazier with measurements

Choosing a gas cylinder

Finding an appropriate cylinder is essential to the success of the brazier. You most likely have a few pieces left if the gas stove in your dacha or country home was powered by one of these cylinders. You can search online or at scrap metal collection locations, where you can purchase a cylinder for the going rate for scrap metal.

Typically employ a sizable 50-liter cylinder. The most important things are that the casing shouldn’t have big holes in it or be rusty.

Tools needed for the work

To avoid being distracted when looking for a hammer, chisel, or drill, for example, it is necessary to gather all the necessary tools and extras before beginning work. We’ll need a few of these tools in order to work:

• Welding machine;
• Angle grinder (bolgarka);
• Safety glasses;
• Gloves;
• Metal door hinges (3 or 4 pieces);
• Rivets (one set) and a rivet gun;
• Hammer;
• Screwdriver;
• Chisel;
• Allen wrench;
• Drill and metal drill bit with a diameter of 10-12 mm;
• Metal pipe for the chimney;
• Pipes or long iron corners for legs (you can use ready-made mechanisms from old foot sewing machines);
• Four squares for foot pads – approximately 10×10 cm.

Bolgar and welding equipment for use in creating a brazier

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Correctly carried out preparatory work leads to safe work. The cleaned cylinder needs to be divided in half using a bolgar; the cut should be made as near to the weld seam as feasible. The side walls serve as temperature indicators and wind protection for the fire without being disassembled. Support rings are there to keep the lid in place when it’s closed; they shouldn’t be sawed.

Turning on a gas cylinder

How to paint

It is essential to paint the cylinder from an aesthetic standpoint. It is entirely up to each person to decide how they want to proceed; investing time and effort is not required. When painting a gas cylinder grill, it’s important to use high-quality paints that won’t deteriorate from the heat without affecting the flavor of the food.

Primers are chosen from the market based on the type of paint to be used before painting. Read the instructions and purpose carefully before making a purchase. Paint should have a temperature of at least 600 degrees Celsius. These materials are generally eco-friendly, so painting the structure from the inside out is an option.

Anyone who wants to cook outside can enjoy a rewarding do-it-yourself project by building a brazier out of a gas cylinder. You can make an attractive and useful brazier for grilling and barbecuing out of an old gas cylinder with a little imagination and some simple tools.

Reusing a gas cylinder allows you to recycle materials that would otherwise go to waste, which not only helps the environment but also saves money. It’s an environmentally responsible and sustainable way to improve your outdoor cooking experience.

When handling gas cylinders, always remember to take the appropriate safety precautions and adhere to safety regulations. You can make a brazier that will give you many happy memories of cooking outside with family and friends if you take the right precautions and pay attention to detail.

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