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Pigtail makes the connection from the propane tanks on your trailer to the propane regulator on your trailer. Check valve prevents hazardous backflow leakage and is suitable for dual-tank setups.
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Bypass Mode for Safety
This Type 1 connector will go into bypass mode if the flow rate surpasses the maximum flow capacity for this connector, which is 450,000 Btu per hour. A ball inside of the fitting will push an internal spring down, pressing firmly against the bottom of the fitting to shut off the flow of gas.
When choosing a Type 1 connector, consider your overall propane demands and choose a connector with a flow rate that just exceeds it. That way, you won't trigger the bypass mode during normal use, but it will trigger in the event of a leak. If the bypass valve engages, stop using gas and start checking your connections for leaks.
Videos are provided as a guide only. Refer to manufacturer installation instructions and specs for complete information.
Today we're going to be taking a look at the MB Sturgis Propane Pigtail Hose. This is used to connect a dual LP cylinder system to a 2-stage regulator. It's going to feature the RV Type 1 connector on this end. On the other end is a 1/4" male inverted flare. The Type 1 provides a higher rate of flow resulting in a decreased potential for the system to go into bypass mode and therefore shutting down the gas supply to the system. The assembly's going to measure 36" long, nice thermo-plastic construction is strong, durable and flexible.
The Type 1 includes an internal back-check to ensure that the system does not allow a back-flow gas leak. It also features a heat sensitive thermal shut off device to shut off the gas in extreme heat situations. The inner diameter of the hose is 1/4". When it comes to certification it's UL, ANSI and CSA certified. It's designed for LP gas only, that's liquid propane, and this assembly is going to feature a temperature range -40 to 140 degrees Fahrenheit, and the maximum flow capacity is 200,000 BTUs per hour.
That's going to do it for today's look at the MB Sturgis Propane Pigtail Hose.
Average Customer Rating: 4.6 out of 5 stars (9 Customer Reviews)
Pigtail makes the connection from the propane tanks on your trailer to the propane regulator on your trailer. Check valve prevents hazardous backflow leakage and is suitable for dual-tank setups.Easy swap out. No leaks. The 3ft allows me to attach a 100# tank with no extra adapters or extensions
When I bought my ruck camper a few years ago I replaced the rubber propane hoses, low pressure hose and pigtails. The low pressure one had a leak and the pigtails looked like they were the age of the TC, > 20 years.
I ordered a set of pigtails from Amazon. They were dirt cheap but looked and worked great, stainless mesh sleeve. Now 3 years later, I realize that was a mistake. The pigtail hoses turned very hard and are almost impossible to bend anymore. It made filling tanks very hard, the horizontal tanks need to come out for that and the pigtails need to bend out of the way. The pigtails are short, 12 inches, and need to bend in a pretty small radius to make it to the tank as well, pretty much the shape of real piglet tail.
After the most recent fill I noticed a leak and found that he hoses turn freely on the hose barbs. Apperently the rubber not only hardens, but not surprisingly, also shrinks. That is a very dangerous failure mode for a propane hose. When I checked with soapy water I found that all 4 ends had a slow leak. No way to tighten the crimped on hose clamps, not that I even wanted to.
I bought new pigtails from eTrailer. No stainless mesh this time. Hoses are made in Canada and 4 feet long. Getting the tanks in and out is much easier and I would expect that these hoses will last.
The regulator end did not fit, the regulator has a 1/8 NPT and pigtails don't sell with that thread option, only 1/4 NPT or 1/4 invered flare. I re-used the hose barbs from the Amazon ones and used good quality hose clamps. The hose itself of the old ones will likely never leak, however the shrinkages and hardening over time makes the material not suitable for use.
The new hoses are MB Sturgis brand. it turns out that the 20 year old original pigtails that actually did not leak yet when I replaced them, and had not hardened by much, had the same hose brand. The new ones are more expensive but replacing cheap ones every 2 years is actually far more expensive.
The Shinestar brand Amazon pigtails are a safety risk and sales should be halted. If you used these, I would suggest checking and probably replacing them.
Appears to be good quality. Arrived when they were supposed to. Easy install.
Started leaking after a tank change at about 6 months.
I ordered this propane hose to fit on my extend-a-stay on my RV. It arrived on time and was packed perfectly. It fit right on my extend-a-stay and no leaks. I'm a happy customer.
Exactly what i needed and fast shipping! Will definitely order from you guys again!
Works great.
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Jenny N.
2/13/2023
This pigtail does have a limited one year warranty. We can send the warranty details to you if it has been under a year.