[Slowbrew]

It has crossed my mind when I'm hooking up a new tank whether a leak could push all the air out of my basement.  I always test any new connections in hope of avoiding this type of issue.

I also drive a pickup and have one of those chrome tool boxes slung across the front of the box.  I put the CO2 tank in the tool box and brace it "stuff" to hold it in place.  I figure if it blows inside the tool box only the tool box will get hurt.

Something to think about though when you're traveling.

Paul

[Hokerer]

It has crossed my mind when I'm hooking up a new tank whether a leak could push all the air out of my basement.  I always test any new connections in hope of avoiding this type of issue.

I also drive a pickup and have one of those chrome tool boxes slung across the front of the box.  I put the CO2 tank in the tool box and brace it "stuff" to hold it in place.  I figure if it blows inside the tool box only the tool box will get hurt.

Something to think about though when you're traveling.

Paul

Yep, same when I refill propane tanks - keep them fastened in place in the bed of the truck outside

[rjharper]

Reminds me of when I worked with liquid nitrogen on a daily basis.  Didn't matter how many floors up you had to take it, or how heavy it was, you weren't allowed to take in into the elevator.

[Thirsty_Monk]

Great.
I just had 300 lb bulk CO2 tank installed in my 1000 sq ft brewery.
Should I worry?

[morticaixavier]

are there such things as co2 detectors? if so could one be rigged to s big a$$ vent fan to kick on immediatly if the concentrations get above a certain key level? I am thinking more of commercial situations where, as Thirsty Monk says he's got 300lbs of CO2 in his 1000sq ft space.

[dano14041]

are there such things as co2 detectors? if so could one be rigged to s big a$$ vent fan to kick on immediatly if the concentrations get above a certain key level? I am thinking more of commercial situations where, as Thirsty Monk says he's got 300lbs of CO2 in his 1000sq ft space.

Thirsty Monk's best bet would be to contact a local HVAC (Heating and Air Company). They would know the local codes and be able to hook him up with a detection system and auto vent. It might cost a few dollars, but it would be much better than a dead Thirsty Monk!

That being said, there are theses: http://www.instrumart.com/products/18180/ge-telaire-ventostat-series-co2-monitor that he might be able to hood up himself if he is a DIY'er.

[oscarvan]

Haven't been in a McDonalds or had a soda in 20 years.......

Combustible bottles travel in truck bed. After sticking my nose in fermentation freezer I know you can tell a high concentration of CO2 by the fact that your sinuses are burning off...... But, an explosive release in a small compartment could be "interesting". Not too worried about in the house. Same with the 1000 pounder. Low concentrations are not a problem, ..(we drink the stuff remember)  instantaneous release you don't need a detector..But, leaks are $$, so for that reason I would consider it.