What is a Viking composite cylinder?

 

Our composite cylinders are a safer, lighter alternative to steel and aluminum propane tanks. Constructed using a mixture of fibers and plastic resin instead of metal, Viking Cylinders tanks are designed with a three-layer construction:

•A completely seamless, blow-molded liner

•A fiberglass-wrapped plastic casing

•A durable outer case

 

No special valve adapters are needed to use or fill composite cylinders. All cylinders are manufactured in accordance with U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) special permits, and composite propane gas cylinders include the same approved valves, pressure-relief devices, and overfill-prevention devices as traditional steel and aluminum propane tanks.

 

Why choose a Viking composite cylinder?

 

While there are several advantages to choosing a Viking Cylinders product over steel propane gas tanks, a key benefit is safety. Traditional steel tanks can explode when put under stress (such as a puncture or a fire), but a Viking Cylinders tank will not explode in a fire. Tests have proven that our propane gas cylinders will react with a controlled burnout when in a fire, and bullets puncturing the cylinder do not cause fires or explosions.

 

Are all composites alike?

 

Every composite cylinder design is different. Viking's patented manufacturing process starts with a seamless liner, which is then wrapped with composite fibers. This ensures a safer, stronger, more durable product. In addition, all composite cylinders undergo rigorous testing before leaving our factory, resulting in an outstanding safety record.

 

 

 

 

 

 

VC11  11 lbs

VC17 17 lbs

Unmatched performance

 

Unmatched safety & strength

 

Lightest propane cylinder available, today.

 

Safest propane cylinder available, today.

 

Weighs 50% less than steel

 

Won't bleve, degrade or corrode

 

100% recycleable

 

UV protected

 

Cleans up with soap & water

 

You can even see the fuel level!