Barbecue grill from a cylinder. DIY barbecue from a gas cylinder. Welding handles and lids

Every person who likes to sit with friends or with family in the evening over a barbecue in the countryside needs a barbecue. But those barbecues that are often handed to us in the store are not suitable either in size, or in quality, or in the thickness of the metal.

Therefore, the best way out would be to make a barbecue with your own hands, and the most convenient preparation for this would be gas cylinder, which in itself is already a roasting pan, you just have to cut it lengthwise with a grinder.

The gas cylinder has very thick walls, since it has to withstand very high pressure during operation, and therefore any product made from it will be reliable and will last for a long time. Its diameter, that is, the width of the future frying pan, just fits a medium skewer, and the height can always be adjusted to suit your height, so that it is convenient to fry meat. About some types of barbecues made from gas cylinders, and in particular, we will talk about the technology of their manufacture in this material.

Whatever design we choose for ourselves, in any case, everything will begin with the fact that the cylinder needs to be rid of gas residues and cut in accordance with the drawings.

So, we take an ordinary 50 liter propane flammable gas cylinder and look at the object no longer from the point of view of its use but direct purpose, but with an assessment of what and how can come out of it in the process of interfering with its structure with an angle grinder, drills, welding machine and other tools. And, of course, the first priority is to get rid of the remaining gas in the cylinder.

Don't trust people who say the cylinder is empty. The concentration of gas even in an “empty” cylinder is probably enough to tear this metal shell into pieces upon contact with sparks, simultaneously causing a lot of injuries to the unlucky creator of barbecues. Therefore, we still unscrew the tap completely. On an old cylinder, the fitting may refuse to turn completely, and therefore you will have to tear off the “stuck” metal using improvised means. The very first thing you can do is try to rip it off by simultaneously leaning on the open-end adjustable wrench and, in addition, tapping it free space his handles with a hammer.

If this does not help, you should resort to using a now adjustable water wrench, on the longer folded handles of which you can put a long metal pipe as a lever.

No thread can withstand such force; the main thing is to secure the cylinder so that it does not turn along with the key, using a stop angle.

Also, in order for the unscrewing to go more smoothly, you can moisten the place where the thread of the tap comes into contact with the cylinder with “Vedeshka”, after waiting about two hours and allowing the liquid to act.

Then the container must be filled with water so that it completely pushes out all flammable gases from the cylinder. Having done this manipulation, you can be 100% sure that during the cutting process you will not fly to the moon on your potential barbecue.

Once the container is filled, it is not recommended to drain the water immediately. Instead, you should screw the faucet into place and begin marking the body.

This is done as follows. On one side of the cylinder there is already a factory longitudinal seam, which in this case will serve as a kind of beacon for us. Having measured the full length of the circumference, divide it in half and put marks on half of it, that is, on the side opposite the lighthouse. Then we measure another 8 cm from it towards the lighthouse, this will be the mark along which the lid of the container should be marked. We add 8 cm so that the container is deeper, can hold more coals, and the meat does not burn at a low height.

After this, you can take a grinder and cut out that part of the cylinder body, which will now turn into a kind of barbecue lid. At the same time, it is worth paying attention that you need to cut not along the seam itself, but next to the existing seam, otherwise you can damage the inner steel ring that holds the structure together. The edge of the ring will be necessary to keep the lid hanging, that is, so that it does not fall inside the grill.

The photo below shows how the master, without understanding the situation, cut the frame incorrectly. If you look closely, you can see a ring on the left inside the balloon. If he had cut with a grinder near the seam, the edge of the ring would have remained sticking out, thereby acting as a “brake” for the lid. But in any case, this can be easily fixed by simply welding pieces of metal from the inside of the container.

Now you can remove the fitting, cutting it flush with the body.

Afterwards you can use grinding wheel clear the area of burrs.

Further, the order of work will depend on what the functionality of the barbecue will be. In particular, you can expand its functionality to the level of a smokehouse, which we will talk about after completing the review of various models of simple barbecues.

Types of barbecues made from gas cylinders

Most simple solution You will simply cut the cylinder lengthwise into two halves, drill a series of holes on the sides so that the coals “breathe,” weld the legs to the bottom, make slits for skewers, and the grill is ready.

But the following method is more popular. Although using this method you will no longer get two frying pans from one cylinder, but you will get one, but it will be much more aesthetic, because it will have a lid, and the frying pan will be deeper, because if, as we stipulated in previous section, we made the lid 8 cm smaller, then the brazier itself became 4 cm deeper. In addition, due to the lid, you can maintain the maximum temperature of the coals longer.

To make the barbecue more mobile, a pair of legs on the right or left can be equipped with wheels. Then, by lifting one edge, you can easily roll it from place to place. In addition, if there are two wheels, the other two legs can be replaced with one, which will simply serve as a stop. The roaster can also be equipped with a small tabletop for seasonings, cutlery (plates, knives or forks), etc. For ease of transportation, a handle can be welded on the edge opposite the wheels.

A heavy cast-iron stand from an old sewing machine, which, due to its heavy weight, will reduce the risk of the structure turning over, is ideal as a bed.

Forged parts and outlet chimney will not only give the design a more presentable and sophisticated look, but also improve the functionality of the fryer.

By equipping your barbecue with an umbrella-shaped hood, attaching small tabletops to the sides and mounting the entire structure on bent steel legs, you can get such a work of “barbecue art”.

The following is what we talked about earlier, complicated versions of barbecues. In this particular case, we are presented with a grill-smokehouse, the manufacture of which will require two cylinders, namely, 50 and 20 liters. As you can see, the smaller one is located just below the main one and is connected to it through a small window. In this case, the small container serves as a smoke generator for the smokehouse, which the main grill turns into as needed. The higher the pipe, the better the traction.

You can not stop there, but attach another 50-liter cylinder to the main cylinder, which occupies a relatively vertical position. This cylinder will serve as a chamber for cold smoking. It goes without saying that such a large chamber is enough to not only feed a fairly large family with smoked meats, but also to stockpile food.

In most cases, the grill is on public display, and therefore some owners rush to give it the most attractive look, in their opinion.

In particular, due to the pipe and the rounded main segment, the design is vaguely similar to a steam locomotive, and therefore most craftsmen try to further emphasize this reality.

Some even take this idea to perfect imitation. One can only hope that such a locomotive really won’t move and won’t take your kebab along with it beyond the dacha.

But some manage to fit the design of such a barbecue into a submarine. The next craftsman did it simply... top level.

But some people tend to see something else in their barbecue. This subject thought that his barbecue would look great as an overgrown pig. It immediately becomes clear what kind of meat they love to cook shish kebab from here.

Having seen enough of the wonders of “barbecue art” from the museum of the glory of famous barbecue makers, let’s return to the manufacture of our device.

Instructions for making a barbecue from a gas cylinder with your own hands

Let's start from where we left off. Currently we have a cylinder with the upper segment cut out in it - the cap and the fitting removed.

In general, it is best to weld the hinges to the lid while it is not yet completely separated from the container, so to speak, “not completely cut.” In this case, the lid will stay in place as evenly as possible. And after the hinges are welded, the lid can be “cut.” From the front side, you can immediately weld the handle to the lid.

Without a limiter, as was already stated earlier, the lid will fall inward, and therefore you will have to weld metal “brakes”, preferably at each corner of the back side of the container. The same is true vice versa. If you do not weld a limiter on the side of the hinges, for example, a piece metal corner, the lid, when opened, will constantly fall back all the way, threatening to tear off the welds each time and deforming the structure.

Holes for oxygen circulation can, of course, be drilled using a drill, but the easiest way to do this is with the same grinder.

It is also necessary to take care of the cutouts for installing skewers, which are cut using the triangle method every 6–7 cm. The brazier can be equipped with legs using three methods:

Don’t forget about the option with wheels described above.

To upgrade our barbecue to the “barbecue-smokehouse” version, we will have to supplement the main structure with an additional small 20-liter cylinder, which will serve as a smoke generator.

The small cylinder undergoes the same treatment as the large one before, that is, the air is bleed from it by filling it with water, then it gets rid of the fitting and a lid is also made in it, equipped with hinges and limiters, both internal and external.

After this, holes for the passage of smoke are marked in each container and cut out using a grinder.

After this, the containers are welded to each other hole to hole.

Afterwards, the main structure is equipped with legs. Then, in the same manner as in the case of a smoke generator, a hole is drawn and cut with a grinder for the chimney pipe, which is then welded to it.

Inside, the cylinders are equipped with corners on which shelves made of metal gratings can later be installed. At the back of the smoke generator housing, you will need to drill a number of holes and install a rotary damper, with which the air draft will be regulated. The pipe should also be equipped with the same valve.

Some people practice installing a temperature sensor on the body of the barbecue chamber with an upper limit of up to 350°C. Using this sensor, the smoking process can be kept under control and the temperature can be constantly adjusted, which is why the smoking process will be stable and of high quality.

Afterwards, the structure can be painted with a heat-resistant composition and used for a long time and with pleasure.

Field trips are almost always accompanied by cooking barbecue or vegetables over a fire. To prepare these dishes, you should take care suitable place. For this reason, many people wonder how to make a barbecue from a gas cylinder.

Peculiarities

A barbecue made from old gas cylinders is divided into several types, which you can easily make yourself.

The following varieties exist:

a simple grill with no lid;
B-B-Q;

smokehouse;
smoker

The last three homemade designs differ significantly from the first option, Therefore, you should familiarize yourself with their features in more detail:

B-B-Q is a simple design that you can easily create with your own hands. To create such a barbecue, you will need to cut off part of the container, which will then 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 barbecues in that it has a firebox. The structure itself must be airtight in order to perform its intended tasks. To create it, half the bottom is removed. The firebox is made of iron sheets. Some people use a different cylinder for these purposes. The part is welded and equipped with a special chimney pipe through which smoke will be discharged.

Smoker also called "locomotive". It is a complex structure characterized by multifunctionality. This product contains all the options that are available to similar structures: barbecue, barbecue, smokehouse, grill.

To make such a design yourself, you will need to stock up on several cylinders, each of which will have its own role. The end result will be a smoker that resembles a steam locomotive.

The barbecues are made from propane and oxygen cylinders. Balloons act as an excellent base for creating numerous designs. They have high-quality metal, an almost finished shape and standard dimensions. These features make it possible to create a barbecue with your own hands in a short period of time with minimal investment.

Due to the thick walls, the cylinders are able to withstand high temperatures, so such products are best suited for creating various smokehouses, barbecues and barbecues.

Advantages of a barbecue from a cylinder:

This design will not burn out even after prolonged contact with an open flame.
Thanks to the optimal configuration and thick walls, the grill will not deform from the influence of high temperature.
In this grill you can not only cook kebabs, but also bake vegetables, as well as smoke and fry.
After cooking, you do not need to extinguish the coals with water. For these purposes, it will be enough to simply close the grill with a lid. It also allows you to store the grill outside. Due to large sizes you can prepare portions for the whole company.

Even if you need to purchase a cylinder, such a structure will cost you less than buying metal sheets in the shop.
Ease of installation. Even a beginner can make a barbecue from a cylinder.
The work will take several hours.
The balloon design is suitable for the implementation of any creative ideas.

Barbecues made from cylinders have virtually no disadvantages. Some users claim that the disadvantages of the design are the large dimensions of the structure. However, you can also purchase more compact products. Another category of people report that the semicircular bottom is inconvenient when lighting wood. If you look at the situation from the other side, this configuration ensures that the coals are located at the edges. This promotes high-quality cooking of meat, which may remain raw when cooked on traditional roasters.

According to professionals, the spherical structure of the walls of the barbecue is not very suitable for frying kebabs, since such a configuration limits the processes that contribute to the “revelation” of the aroma of baked meat.

Preparation of materials and tools

Before using the welding machine, you will need to select the desired gas cylinder and prepare it for further activities. You should also take care of creating sketches of the future design and stocking up on the necessary tools and materials for the work.

To create a barbecue, you can use any cylinders that have a cylinder shape. The most commonly used container is 50 liters of propane.

If you want to get a more mobile grill, the size of which allows you to place it in the trunk of a car, use a traditional 27-liter cylinder. At the same time, it should be taken into account that the width of the working area may be insufficient due to the spherical shape.

Also, a diesel gun can be used to equip the barbecue, which has an external resemblance to gas cylinders.

Gas cylinders are made from high-alloy and low-carbon steel grades 30ХМА, 45, 34CrMo4, 30ХГСА. Due to the high content of alloy, as well as its reduction, the metal becomes more durable and resistant to corrosion.

The best option for creating a barbecue is to use a car gas cylinder with a volume of 50-80 liters. It has an increased diameter, which increases comfort during ignition. This product also has sufficient capacity. Due to its large size, its width allows you to use the entire length of standard skewers, so you can prepare a portion of food for the whole company. Among the nuances is the fact that unnecessary car cylinders are a rarity, unlike propane ones, and buying a new one is considered impractical.

In addition to the receiver, you will need the following components:

a piece of steel pipe and corners;
metal handles that will be attached to the lid;
hinges – you can use elements intended for doors or furniture;
a pipe whose diameter is 100 mm, and its elbow should be 90 degrees. A pipe will be required if a chimney is provided;
grill for organizing a barbecue;
fastening material: bolts, nuts, rivets.

Prepare decorative elements with which you can give the structure a noble look. You will also need primer, paint and solvents.

If we talk about the list of tools, you will need the following items:

welding machine;
electric grinder;
electric drill;
drills designed for working on metal;
clamps with which you can fix metal components;

metal ruler;
electrodes with a diameter of 3-4 mm;
cutting and cleaning discs for grinders;
scriber;
core;
adjustable and gas wrenches;
set of wrenches.

If you plan to paint the structure in the future, prepare a brush attachment for a drill or grinder. You will also need a brush or spray.

Having prepared all the necessary items of materials and tools, you can proceed to further actions.

Drawings and diagrams

Barbecues made from gas cylinders are considered simple structures, so you do not need to create a detailed project. However, at the initial stage, you should draw a small drawing that will indicate the dimensions of each component. Don't forget to indicate where the blower should be placed.

Creating a diagram will allow you to decide how much material is needed for the job, as well as intelligently plan the attachment of individual components.

Do not neglect this stage to avoid mistakes in future work.

Precautionary measures

When working with a barbecue from a cylinder, you should think about how to protect yourself from an explosion. Even if you have completely unscrewed the valve and there is no gas inside, you should not rush to cut the metal. Despite the fact that the pressure in the cylinder is identical to atmospheric pressure, there are still dangerous substances inside: condensates, propane.

To remove condensation, you will need to turn the product upside down. To eliminate explosive substances, fill the vessel with water and leave for several hours. Only after completing these steps can you begin cutting and welding.

Manufacturing technology: step-by-step instructions

Anyone can make a barbecue from a gas cylinder. Do not forget about safety precautions when working, as you will need to cut a product that previously contained gas. Do not allow sparks to occur or ignition of residual gas.

How to make a barbecue with your own hands:

First of all, you will need to unscrew the valve so that the remaining gas comes out of the cylinder.
Then you will need to turn the product over and wait for the remaining condensation to drain. You can control the exit process using soap foam. When the bubbles stop appearing, you can proceed with further steps.
Now you should fill the vessel with water, as described earlier, and drain the liquid after a few hours.
Place the container on its side and cut off the valve. Don't forget to water the area where you cut it with water.

These steps must be done on initial stages. After you have completed these activities, you can proceed to further steps, cutting and cooking necessary elements. Using these steps, you will get a high-quality grill on which you can grill kebab.

Marking

In most cases, the kebab pot is made from a 50-liter propane cylinder. With this container you can cook 6 servings of shish kebab. These cylinders belong to the category of standard products, so the markings are considered uniform. If you don’t need such a large grill, you can make it from a small cylinder.

The outer diameter of the container is 96 cm. This value should be divided into four parts. When performing these actions, you will get a value of 24 cm. The marking should be done along the longitudinal seam. It is recommended to measure all distances from this line. This rule ensures even markings without distortions.

You will need to measure 24cm from the seam on both sides and draw lines. Then you need to place the product horizontally. Make sure the seam is at the bottom. Make markings for the location of the skewers.

Find the circular seams and measure 3 cm from them. Actions should be carried out on both sides. Further marks are placed every 8 cm. Ultimately you should get 6 points. Holes should be created in them with a diameter of 1 cm.

From the marking line, measure 10 cm upward. To make things easier, you can measure 34 cm from the middle seam. The lid will end at this point.

Now you need to mark the cover itself. Note the first marked line and the last one. You need to draw lines between them. They should be located 3 cm from the circular seam. The grill cover is ready. It should occupy less than half the diameter.

Sawing

Cut the balloon into two parts. This activity is carried out along the weld seam. Try to work the tools as close to the seam as possible. Side walls It's better not to touch. They will act as a good flame barrier and help maintain temperature conditions.

When cutting, make sure that the side rings are not damaged, as they act as supports for the lid.

Assembly

While using the grill, you may experience deformation of the product. To eliminate this phenomenon, it is recommended to weld corners in the inner longitudinal edges of the base. The corner creates a ledge on which you can place a grill or skewer. Tall legs will also need additional fixation, which is provided using a welded corner. It should be placed on the outer perimeter.

Make holes in the bottom of the product. They will be needed for convenience when pouring out coals or draining water after rains. Also, these holes provide draft, which affects the combustion of wood.

At the place where the valve was present, a pipe should be installed, through which the smoke will be removed. Weld this element. Some people don't install a chimney in their barbecue. You can also omit this component if you plan to grill kebabs with the lid open.

If you have not welded a corner for skewers inside the cylinder, you can insert it into the side parts of the grill. To do this, you will need to make slits using a grinder. The ends of the skewer will be located in them.

Working with legs

You should decide what height the future grill will have. After this you can start screwing the legs. The product must stand firmly on the ground so that the lid can be welded more conveniently.

The height of the legs depends only on your wishes. Some people use legs from sewing machines or pipe cuttings.

To attach the pipe, drill 4 holes in the bottom of the product. In the future, it is necessary to insert bolts into them so that their threads are located on the outside. You can simply tighten the elements or use welding. Nuts are welded to the top of the pipes and screwed to the grill. You can attach bolt nuts to the top of the legs, screwing them to the base of the future barbecue.

Installation of handles and cover

To secure the lid, you will need to make holes for the hinges and secure them with rivets. Then you need to weld the components. If you decide to neglect this action, after the influence elevated temperature the cover will come off. You can install a removable cover that has no hinges. In this case, you will need to secure metal strips to the transverse edges of the container. They will prevent the lid from falling through.

To secure the lid handle, you will need regular bolts. Drill holes for the bolts and secure. It is best to choose simple handles that are resistant to high temperatures. You can also create handles yourself from metal rods. They will need to be welded to the base. Install the limiter on the cover. It is created from corners or parts of pipes. The cover itself can be secured with chains. The chains will influence the degree to which it reclines.

The production of a barbecue-smokehouse is slightly different from this technology. The main difference between this type of grill is its tightness. The smokehouse is made in the same way as a regular grill, only with the addition of a firebox. To do this, you will need to cut off half the bottom for the firebox. The element itself is created from sheets of iron or other materials with similar properties.

Some craftsmen make fireboxes from cylinders over small size. The finished component is welded to the grill. Do not forget about the chimney equipment, which is a mandatory element. You can buy a ready-made chimney or make it yourself.

If you are not afraid of difficulties, you can add a motor to the structure, which will be responsible for rotating the spit.

You can smoke food after you have fired up the finished grill with wood. If the smell of gas has strongly permeated the walls of the container, you will need to heat the product several times until the unpleasant aroma completely disappears.

The grill-steam locomotive has several options at once: grilling, smoking, barbecue, barbecue. The structure is made from several pipes or cylinders, each of which has its own function.

Grill-steam locomotive with your own appearance It really does look like a steam locomotive. Some craftsmen focus on the design of the design in order to bring it as close as possible to its name. You can add wheels made from parts of the cylinder, or use artistic forging.

You can also add retractable tables, grilles and other elements to the structure that will have not only functionality, but also an aesthetic component. With the help of one locomotive you can simultaneously cook barbecue, grill vegetables and smoke.

This grill has high performance. This indicator is influenced by the closed lid and material. Even if there are a few coals left inside, the heated body of the product will continue to give off thermal energy which is required for cooking.

If you are planning to create a steam locomotive, weigh your capabilities and skills. Not every amateur can make such a design, as it is quite complex.

What to paint with?

The surface of the barbecue, which is made from an old cylinder, can be covered using several materials. For these purposes the following is used:

Silicone enamel with good heat resistance. This coating can withstand temperature regime up to 600 degrees.
Powder thermal paint. This option is not allowed for home use, as it requires firing in a kiln at high temperatures.
You can also use oxidation. He is good option for anti-corrosion treatment of the grill.

There is also folk way, which will protect the grill from rust for a long time. First of all, the container body should be treated with a 5% sulfuric acid solution. Then boil it in a solution of high concentration laundry soap. After this, the product should be boiled in sodium hydroxide for 30 minutes.

Processing the barbecue is considered a mandatory step, since iron can oxidize and rust. These measures help extend the service life of the structure. When painting your structure, make sure that the material used meets the qualities stated above.

Even if you have treated your grill with an anti-corrosion coating, it is not recommended to leave the product in the rain or snow. The optimal place for installation is a canopy. When the cold season comes, the structure should be sent to a garage, barn or other utility room.

When starting a fire, divide the internal zone of the structure into two parts. In one where there is a large amount of heat, meat should be cooked. In a lower temperature zone, bake fish or vegetables.
It is not recommended to turn the skewer frequently. For good cooking, you only need to turn the meat twice.
The coals should be red in color with a gray tinge.

Be careful not to char the meat. Black plaque on the product is a direct path to various cancers. Also, you should not eat meat that is lightly cooked. Such products can cause helminth infection.
Using several branches from fruit trees you can give the meat a special flavor.
If you cook in the rain, you should not move your grill indoors. Poor draft levels will increase the concentration of carbon monoxide.
To prevent a fire, place the structure away from flammable things. There should be no grass, boards or branches near the legs. Ash should not be thrown away immediately, as it can smolder for a day, which can also cause a fire.

Original design examples

There are many original examples for creating barbecues from a gas cylinder. This event is limited only by your imagination and skills. For some, a simple structure made from a gas cylinder with a stand for skewers will be enough, while another category of craftsmen wants to make a real work of art.

A brazier in the shape of a pig will attract attention. To create such a structure, you only need one cylinder. Place the product in a horizontal plane and install a lid. The lid should be on its hinges. Legs can be created from metal pipe. In order for them to securely fix the structure, a grate should be installed in the center of their height.

The “pig nickel” is created from a piece of metal pipe. "Rot" is also made from of this material. “Ears” can be created from pieces of metal that are welded to the “pig’s” head. To make the figure look impressive, craftsmen recommend using elements of artistic forging.

A barbecue in the shape of a submarine will look interesting. Such a structure is difficult to create for a beginner, but if you have the appropriate skills, you can surprise all your guests. A similar structure is also created from an old cylinder and iron sheets.

Barbecues made from cylinders in the form of a log are considered a real art. The work will take a lot of time, but the result is worth it. To enhance the effect, you can install a saw or an ax in the center of the structure. This addition makes the figure complete.

The barbecue steam locomotive is considered the most common design option. Such a multifunctional creation can have a different appearance, depending on your imagination. With the help of tricks, you can create a real work of art from a simple gas cylinder. Such a barbecue will decorate the recreation area and show off your talent.

A grill and barbecue are a must for summer residents and lovers of outdoor recreation. Factory designs do not always meet all requirements. Therefore, it is not necessary to buy a device for frying barbecue and meat; you can make it yourself. A homemade grill and barbecue will be no different from a factory product.

Lately, grills and barbecues made from gas cylinders have become very popular. Many people think that the product will turn out to be ugly and too bulky, but if you get a little creative, you can get an unusual design that will decorate your dacha.

To make your own grill and barbecue from a gas cylinder, you need to have at least some idea of the design and its operation. Use the ready-made drawings and you will have a beautiful device for frying meat.

What types of barbecues are there?

The grill has been used for a very long time not only by chefs for cooking meat and vegetables over coals, but also by amateurs.

Types of barbecues:

Portable or foldable. These models are the most popular. They are convenient to take with you outdoors and on long trips. It takes up little space and is easy to assemble;
Portable. These barbecues are not intended for transportation, but they can be easily moved and moved to another location. Often these are large structures.
Stationary (professional). These barbecues are installed in restaurants and cafes, but you can also use them at home. They are very big. They are placed in a certain place where there is already a special foundation stand and a chimney.

You can make a barbecue from the most various materials. A regular gas cylinder will be the ideal solution. For example, a grill-smokehouse. Detailed drawings and instructions will help you create this device from a regular gas cylinder. But remember that you must provide a firebox and make your smokehouse airtight.

The bottom of the cylinder is cut, and you will get a hole - this will be the firebox. Usually, thick iron sheets are welded so that the smokehouse will serve you long years. In the end you will succeed one-piece design, with door and small stove. Be sure to attach a pipe. It can be purchased at a specialty store or at construction market. It should be medium size. Many craftsmen install a special motor with which the meat will rotate on a spit. But you can hang pieces of meat or carcasses on small hooks.

The finished grill should be painted. Non-toxic and heat-resistant paint is perfect for this.

Before you start cooking in a new grill, you should wash it thoroughly and pierce it. Once is not always enough. The gas may not dissipate for a long time.

Another type of barbecue that is worth paying attention to is the steam locomotive barbecue. It is not so easy to make and you will have to spend more than one day to get the finished structure.

Externally, the grill really resembles a steam locomotive. It can be considered a universal product because it consists of: a regular barbecue, grill, smokehouse and barbecue. Craftsmen with the help of several large gas cylinders are able to create a real masterpiece.

The basis of the grill-steam locomotive is a gas cylinder with a volume of 50 liters. The remaining parts can be made from pipes and small barrels. If you make wheels, you can buy ready-made ones at any store. The finished product must be painted with heat-resistant paint. In order for the grill to serve you for a long time, it is worth caring for and renewing the coating.

Using forged patterns you can decorate the finished product. Small tables, retractable grilles and various functional elements can be attached to the gas cylinder.

The barbecue steam locomotive can also decorate country cottage area, but you can also use it to prepare various dishes in a short time.

Making a grill yourself is very difficult. You need to have various skills, for example, skillfully use welding and a grinder. These tools are very dangerous for humans. Failure to comply with safety precautions can lead to disastrous results.

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

A gas cylinder with a volume of 50 liters is suitable for a barbecue. Small cylinders can also be used, but the design will be miniature and not suitable for a large family or hospitable hosts.

Before starting work, you need to prepare the gas cylinder: completely pump out the gas and rinse it. Please remember that the cylinder may explode or catch fire. Observe safety precautions while working.

Preparing tools and materials for work

You should start work prepared in advance. Spontaneous work, without necessary tools and materials will take a long time and will not bring the expected result.

Gas Cylinder Cutting Tools

To make an unusual and beautiful barbecue at home, you need to have on hand:

Grinder (preferably large and small);
Welding machine;
Electric drill;
Clamp;
Medium size pipe;
Sheets of iron (dense, of course);
Loops. They are needed for the lid;
Rivets;
The gas cylinder is the basis of the barbecue! It is advisable that the volume be at least 50 liters.

How to safely disassemble a gas cylinder?

Working with a gas cylinder is very dangerous. Therefore, before making a barbecue from a gas cylinder, pump out all the gas from it. It's not difficult to do this. To protect yourself and others, an empty container must be filled with cold water.

Safe disassembly of the gas cylinder

Carefully unscrew the tap and connect water hose. The water pressure should be low. The container should be filled to the brim. After this, you can start working with the grinder.

How to pump out gas?

Pumping gas out of a full gas cylinder is a fairly simple procedure. It must be turned upside down and the valve unscrewed. In the inverted position of the cylinder, it will come out much faster than in the normal position.

If you want to see whether gas has come out or not yet, then soap the valve hole with laundry soap. If the gas has not yet escaped, you will notice small bubbles. As soon as they disappear, there is no more gas in the cylinder.

Then remove the faucet. You will need an adjustable wrench. If there are studs on the valve, use pliers. When you remove the faucet, you will see the outlet. It is through this hole that you should fill the empty bottle with water. In addition to gas, the cylinder also contains an odorant. It gives the gas such a pungent smell. You should also get rid of it. An empty container should be washed with soapy water and filled with a solution of bleach or ammonia.

The smell takes quite a long time to dissipate. Leave the bottle of disinfectant for 3-4 days. But even such cleaning products do not always help get rid of unpleasant odor. Once the grill is ready, light a fire in it, but do not fry anything. At high temperatures ah the smell is burning.

The balloon is usually cut along with the water. There is no need to be afraid, there is no more gas in the tank. It is advisable to cut from a longitudinal section of the cylinder; the angle grinder is driven tangentially.

A barbecue made from a large gas cylinder turns out to be standard. It can accommodate 6-8 shish kebab skewers.

Marks should be made along the longitudinal seam of the cylinder. If you place marks relative to it, then everything will turn out smoothly, without crooked corners or distortions.

The outer diameter of the cylinder is 96 centimeters. On both sides, from the bottom of the seam, measure 24 centimeters. You definitely need to draw lines. You can use chalk or a black marker.

For convenient operation, the cylinder should be placed on the ground. Immediately calculate the distance for the skewers, measure 8-10 centimeters. You should get 6-8 marks. Using a power drill, drill small holes at each mark.

From the main line, where the marking begins, count up 10-12 centimeters. From the middle of the seam it is approximately 34 centimeters. There will be a grill cover in this area.

Now you can start marking the cover. It will be located between the first line and the last. It is worth retreating about 4-5 centimeters from the welds and drawing two lines. Thus, you will draw a lid on the cylinder itself that will cover the grill. It is relatively small.

Making a grill cover

The walls of the cylinder are not too thick, about 4 millimeters. It is not worth cutting at the seams, because the iron here is much thicker. Therefore, step back from the walls and seams by about 3 centimeters.

The lid can be made oval or square shape. It all depends on your idea. It is necessary that the lid is held tightly. To do this, additional strips are welded to the attachment point. It is also advisable to weld the hinges. You can weld the hinge to the grill, and screw the other flap to the grill lid using self-tapping screws or large screws.

Brazier with a lid, that's pretty complex design. It will be difficult for beginners in this business to immediately make a quality product.

It will be easier to take a gas cylinder and simply cut it in half. Make small indentations for the skewers. Be sure to drill holes on the sides. They are needed for air to flow.

The last step is the legs. You can use thick reinforcement. Cut the rods to the required length and weld them to the cylinder. The grill is ready!

You can also attach a lid to it. The second half of the gas cylinder is welded to regular hinges. To prevent the lid from falling and pulling the grill back, you can make a stopper. The stopper can be reinforcement or a chain.

Making legs for the barbecue

Legs are the most important part barbecue If you plan to transport the grill, then you need to make folding legs. And if the grill will constantly stand in one place, then there is no need for removable legs.

You can make legs from reinforcement or medium-diameter pipes. If the legs are non-removable, they can be welded. It is better to bolt the removable ones.

Making holes for skewers

The holes are created for convenience so that the skewers stand in their place without touching each other. If you decide to make holes for skewers, then measure a distance of 8-10 centimeters from the front side of the grill. Cut small indentations in the base of the grill.

Decorating the grill

It is quite possible for an adult man to make a barbecue from a gas cylinder at home. It will cost you much less than the factory version, but will not be inferior in any way. You can decorate your product with various forged elements. If your grill has a lid, you can install a handle on it. It is needed not only as decoration, but also for convenience. Various patterns can be welded onto the walls of the grill. You can make them yourself, or you can buy ready-made ones.

If you draw beautifully, you can draw beautiful drawing paints. If the grill is dark in color, then the pattern can be light or, conversely, bright. Before decorating, it is necessary to grind off all burrs and level the metal.

The inside of the kebab maker must be painted with heat-resistant paint. It will protect your product from corrosion. Of course the paint will peel off. But by this time the grill will be covered with soot and carbon deposits and rust will no longer be a problem for it.

What paint to paint the grill?

A barbecue made with your own hands from a cylinder can be painted:

Powder thermal paint. But you won’t be able to cover the grill at home. It must be fired in special ovens at high temperatures;
Heat-resistant silicone enamel. It can withstand temperatures up to 600 degrees;
Oxidation. Great way for processing a homemade grill. First of all, the body of the product is treated with sulfuric acid. Then the grill must be boiled in a solution of laundry soap. After this, keep it in sodium hydroxide solution for 30-40 minutes. After all these procedures, your grill will not rust and will delight you for many years.

Be sure to listen to advice experienced craftsmen and before painting, clean the iron from old paint, rust and dirt. It is also necessary to degrease the surface.

In the end, I would like to say that it is quite possible to make a barbecue from a gas cylinder at home. Of course, you will have to work hard, but the result will pleasantly please you. Every time you cook barbecue and fry vegetables, you will rejoice and praise your product. Before work, carefully study the drawings, make calculations, buy everything necessary materials and watch video tutorials. Don't forget to follow safety precautions.

On the Internet you can find various technologies And step by step instructions, which tell in detail and show how to make a barbecue from a gas cylinder yourself. It may seem that this is simply unrealistic and in the end nothing will work out. But this is far from true; our craftsmen know how to make the most unusual products from simple things. Don't be afraid to experiment and add something of your own to the finished drawings. Perhaps your design will be the most unique and beautiful.

The grill is a necessary design for every summer resident and hobbyist active rest. Of course, you can buy it in any specialized store, but a barbecue made by yourself will warm your heart for many years. The food will taste much better on it. and your family and friends will admire your successes and praise the “golden hands” of the craftsman. Experiment and you will definitely create a masterpiece!

An old gas cylinder is an ideal example of how it can be used to make many different useful products that are used in the countryside. In this article we will talk about very required device- barbecue from a gas cylinder. We'll tell you how to cut it, what precautions need to be taken, and how to install all the required elements. And we will show you in photos and videos various options design of such a barbecue.

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Disassembling the cylinder

It is impossible to cut a gas cylinder to the required sizes and shapes immediately without checking its contents. First of all, you need to empty the cylinder, in case there is gas left in it. Therefore, the valve must simply be opened, releasing the remaining contents.

Then you need to unscrew the tap. They do this with a gas wrench. Usually it unscrews easily, but sometimes this becomes a problem for those who are faced with a similar situation for the first time. It’s just that in some models of cylinders the tap is locked with two pins. They must be removed with pliers. After which the tap can be easily unscrewed.

The next stage is washing. The container is filled halfway with water, shaken or pumped, then the water is drained. The gas itself has a specific smell, which is given to it by a special additive - an odorant. To get rid of this odor, add detergent or bleach.

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Cutting the cover

The dimensions of a barbecue made from a gas cylinder are determined by the dimensions of the latter. But as for the parameters of the cut-out cover, there may be different variants. It can be short or the entire length of the cylindrical part. As for the last option, you need to understand that the gas cylinder is a seam pipe with spherical caps welded on both sides. One has a through hole for a tap, the second is the blind bottom of the product. So, the lid of the grill, and accordingly the part to be cut out, can be made from one welding seam to the opposite one.

So, the gas cylinder is ready. Markings are applied to it for cutting. In principle, these are two longitudinal lines dividing the cylinder in half longitudinally. Marking is very easy.

Circumference the balloon, that is, its “perimeter,” is 96 cm.

This indicator divided by "4", it turns out 24 cm.

The measuring point is taken longitudinal seam cylindrical part, that is, 24 cm are laid on both sides of it.

Follow the mark longitudinal lines, the ends of which should not reach within 2-3 cm of the transverse seams.

Ends of longitudinal lines connect along the perimeter cylindrical part. The markings are applied with chalk.

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The hemispherical rectangle marked with chalk is not a lid. The width of the latter will be 10 cm smaller. This parameter is plotted from one of the plotted longitudinal lines. After that, a lid is formed with chalk, which will need to be cut off.

Cutting is carried out with a grinder and a diamond-coated cutting disc. Many craftsmen recommend filling the container with water before cutting. In this way, the issue of stability of the cylindrical product and cooling of the cutting tool is resolved.

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You need to start cutting along one longitudinal line. It is cut from end to end of the marking. Then it is necessary to weld the loops to the cut off area. You can use any of them: doors, furniture. The required number of loops with smaller sizes is four, only two large ones are needed. They are simply applied to the balloon so that the cut is in the middle of the two parts of the loops. The latter are welded to the cylinder by electric welding. This step is done specifically now, because it is easier to fit the lid to the cylinder and hinges while it is not yet completely cut off.

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All that remains is to cut the remaining three lines: one longitudinal, two transverse. A handle must be welded immediately to the lid on the opposite side of the hinges so that it is convenient to open the barbecue from a gas cylinder.

And one more point that will make the manufactured structure more convenient to use. In place of the welded hinges on the cylinder, two limiters must be welded, which will hold the lid open. That is, so that she does not fall over the device. For this you can use a 40x40 mm corner. Pieces 2-3 cm long are cut out of it. These will be the limiters.

To ensure that when closing the lid there are no gaps between it and the cylindrical part, it is necessary to create shelves along the entire perimeter of the cut off part. To do this, you will need a steel strip 2-3 cm wide and 2-3 mm thick. The strips are simply welded from the inside of the cylinder with an outlet to the outside of half its width. In addition, these welded strips will hold the lid so that it does not fall inside the grill.

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Other design changes

In principle, the grill from a gas cylinder is almost ready. All that remains is to weld the legs and make holes in the cylinder itself to install skewers and supply air to the coal combustion zone. Start with the holes for the skewers.

One of the applied longitudinal lines remained unused. It is necessary to apply additional marks on it, evenly dividing the lines into several segments. The length of the last 8 cm. At their ends they make through holes 10 mm in diameter using a drill and a drill bit.

On the opposite side of the opening made on the welded steel strip, it is necessary to make grooves for skewers. They should be located exactly opposite the holes made. The grooves are made with a grinder and a cutting disc.

Now you need to make holes to supply air inside the barbecue. To do this, 10 and 20 cm must be set aside from the weld seam of the cylindrical part of the cylinder in two directions. Longitudinal lines are drawn along them, in total there will be four of them, two on each side of the seam. They are also divided by marks with a distance of 5 cm. After which the marks on the two paired lines are connected to each other. Using a grinder and a cutting disc, through cuts are made along them.

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All that remains is to plug the hole into which the tap was screwed. Here they simply take a plate 2-3 mm thick, which is welded to the hole, scalding with a continuous seam on all sides.

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The video shows the sequence of operations for making a barbecue from a gas cylinder:

When it comes to legs, there are a huge number of options. The simplest one is legs made from angle steel. The main thing is to accurately choose the installation height of the gas barbecue. The optimal size is considered to be from 60 to 80 cm, that is, comfortable for the height of an adult. Although there are low modifications.

You can show your imagination and make legs original form, decorated with patterns. You can attach legs to them, making the device movable, mobile, as shown in the photo below.

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On our website you can find contacts construction companies, which offer construction services for small architectural forms. You can communicate directly with representatives by visiting the “Low-Rise Country” exhibition of houses.

How to make a barbecue

In principle, a barbecue from a gas cylinder is made in exactly the same way as a barbecue, only with small additions. First, a grille is installed inside. It is removable, but it requires support shelves to be installed inside the cylinder. They are made from steel angle 25x25 or 32x32 mm. The length of each shelf is 10 cm; they are welded on two opposite sides of the opening in three pieces at the same distance from each other. The height location is under the holes for the skewer. Accordingly, from the opposite side at this height.

Secondly, you need to install a chimney. There are quite a lot of options here:

on the lid;

from the side, with insert into the hole for the tap;

next to the lid in the cylindrical part.

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How to improve your grill

There are many additional little things that will make the process of cooking meat, poultry or fish on a barbecue grill convenient and easy. Here are a few of these little things:

A nut is welded to the cover of the device or to its cylindrical part, into which the thermometer. Now you can monitor at what temperature the meat dish is cooked.

Can be installed on the chimney tank. Grates are installed on top of each other. This additional device – excellent design smokehouses

You can go inside the barbecue install the grille, along its entire length. This will be the grate. Its task is to hold the coals, but let the ash pass through it so that it does not interfere with the burning of the wood.

Concerning decorative design, then there is also a huge field of activity here. Whatever the masters come up with. For example, here is an option in the form of a steam locomotive, as in the photo below. Definitely, such a design will decorate the territory of the dacha.

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From the video you can learn how to create a grill from a gas cylinder:

Conclusion on the topic

Today, finding gas cylinder barbecues with drawings and exact dimensions on the Internet is not a problem. Various options available simple designs and with additional convenient options. But the main thing, as practice has shown, is to strictly observe the height of the skewers above the coals. The distance is small - the meat will burn, the distance is increased - the dish will take a long time to cook.

Good day!

Today we will talk again about how to make a barbecue with your own hands. But this time the material for its manufacture will be a gas cylinder.

Some will say that it is difficult, cumbersome and not aesthetically pleasing. However, if you approach this issue creatively enough, you may end up with something like this:

So, whoever decided to use this material to make a barbecue, read the article further. Here we will look at how to make such a grill. Below is a diagram of such a barbecue.

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

It is best to use a 50 liter gas cylinder for barbecue. Before you start making the barbecue, the cylinder must be prepared. This process includes complete release of gas from it and washing.

CAUTION - FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD!!! Within the framework of this article, we will not talk about the release of gas from the cylinder and its disassembly. Since this requires special preliminary preparation, and understanding of tool operation and safety precautions. We recommend that you familiarize yourself with the materials on YouTube videos by entering a similar request. It is important to understand all the points and nuances before you start sawing a barbecue cylinder. You need to be extremely careful, and it is advisable to watch the video with two people. Points related to disassembling the cylinder require not only training, but also the ability to work with the tool, and spark arrestors in the form of water may also be required. All the nuances can be learned from many videos and special training.

When the valve is opened (in some cylinders, after releasing the gas, it is enough to unscrew it with a key. But this is rare!)

Next, we supply water under pressure into the cylinder. In this case, the container must be shaken well. The water remains in the bottle for several days, after which we drain it. This is necessary so that no special substance from the gas remains on the walls. The fact is that this residue remains after the gas is released and is also flammable and explosive.

Then….

You can start making the grill. For this we will need the following tools and materials: grinder, drill, welding machine, steel pipes for legs, metal hinges and a handle for the lid.

The circumference of the cylinder is 96 cm, so it is very convenient to divide it into 4 parts. A weld that runs along the entire length of the cylinder will help to do this. We retreat from it on both sides by 24 cm and draw a line. Next, mark the holes for the skewers. Along the perimeter of the cylinder we find transverse seams (welding rings) and retreat 3 cm from them. These are the extreme marks. We mark the intermediate ones at a distance of 8 cm. This will give us space for 6 skewers.

Now, using a grinder, we saw the cylinder along the two longitudinal lines outlined earlier. The thickness of the metal is 3 mm... so cutting it is easy. It is best to start cutting first along the longitudinal lines, and then along the transverse ones.

Cross cuts must be made at a distance of 10–15 mm from the welds, since in these places the metal is double, and therefore. the indentation will save time and part of the grinder circle. In addition, the lid of the barbecue grill will lie much better on the bottom layer.

Once you have cut the wall, you need to make cuts for the skewers. A little lower we make cuts or drill holes for air passage with a drill. We make similar holes in the lower part of the grill. We leave only the bottom of the grill and its lid without cuts or holes.

To prevent damage to the metal of the cylinder from high temperatures, it is necessary to weld a corner measuring 32*32 around the perimeter of the cut edges. Using clamps, the corner can be pressed to the body without gaps. This corner can serve as a support for a grill or skewers. The corner must be welded inside the body next to the hinges.

On last stage we make legs on which we install the grill itself. The height of the legs should be such that it would be convenient to work at the grill. Usually this is somewhere around 20-30 cm. Pipes are optimal for the legs. You can also use a channel. The configuration of the legs can be very diverse, it all depends on your imagination and capabilities.

Here, in general, is the whole procedure for making a barbecue from a gas cylinder. If you are a master of gas welding and cutting, or a friend of yours who has these qualities makes a barbecue for you, then you can show your imagination and add some decorative elements to your product.

If you need to have not only a barbecue, but also a smokehouse, then you will need to attach a chimney pipe to one side wall, and weld a firebox to the other wall. When you close the grill lid, you will have a wonderful smokehouse.

If you paint your grill, it will look much better and will last longer.

Before using the grill, you need to heat it several times so that the smell of gas disappears completely.

You can also put cast iron grates on the bottom of the grill. This will provide additional ventilation inside the grill. In addition, hot grates will save coal, since they are also involved in the frying process.

Drawings and photos:

It would seem that everything is clear even without drawings for making a barbecue, but why invent a bicycle when it has already been invented. If you have ready-made drawings of a barbecue from a gas cylinder, then making it will be much easier. At least you will have a choice of the most interesting option.

Shown below are several interesting drawings barbecue from a gas cylinder.