The UK‘s Leading Gases Supplier
BOC supplies helium balloon gas to many major outlets in the UK, but wealso cater for any event right down to a small party at home. With over100 years of experience, let BOC handle your balloon gas needs.
Balloon gas/helium cylinders
BOC offer an extensive range of balloon gas cylinders to suit your needs. This ranges from small to large and includes high pressure cylinders that contain more gas than the standard pressure.
To work out the size of cylinder you require,you need to answer a few simple questions:
→ What size and type of balloons do you want to use?
→ How many balloons do you want to inflate?
→ Using the tables below, you can determine the size and number of cylinders you will need.
The GENIE® cylinder from BOC
Balloon Gas is now available in the innovativeGENIE cylinder from BOC.
Available in 10 L or 20 L, GENIE contains 30% more gas than a standard steel cylinder and it uses digital display technology to tell you how much gas it contains.
With attachable wheels, it is more portable.
Disposable balloon gas cylinder
Balloon Occasions
We also offer a low pressure, lightweight, disposable cylinder.
Cylinder Information
Cylinders of balloon gas come in different sizes so the number of balloons you can fill depends on the cylinder size chosen. The below charts should be helpful in determining the size of cylinder required as we show the average number of latex balloons that can be expected from the cylinder (if the balloons are inflated correctly). 9” balloons are based on an average volume of 0.007 m³ per balloon. 11” balloons are based on an average volume of 0.011 m³ per balloon. Additional useful balloon gas information It can be used safely either indoors or outdoors but must never be inhaled.
Balloon Gas Operating Instructions
1. Secure cylinder
4. Universal filling kit Hold the neck of the balloon over the valve and push down to inflate
2. Attach inflator - hand tight
5. Latex filling kit Hold the neck of the balloon over the rubber tip and push tip down to inflate
3. Slowly open cylinder valve
6. After inflation close cylinder valve then push valve or tip to release surplus gas
If the equipment is leaking, or you have any concerns about how to use this equipment, call BOC on 0800 111 333 or visit our websiteboconline.co.uk
Safety Advice
Balloon gas is a safe, non-flammable, non-poisonous gas which is lighterthan air. It can be used safely either indoors or outside. You should neverdeliberately inhale balloon gas as it is an asphyxiant.
It is essential you read these instructions before using your first cylinder of balloon gas.
→ Store the cylinder in an upright position, and secure properly to prevent toppling. Safety stands and straps may be purchased separately from BOC
→ You must always remove the filling kit if moving the cylinder any distance or ceasing to use it. Remember to turn off the cylinder valve and release pressure in the filling kit before removing it
→ Always keep the cylinder in a well ventilated area
→ Do not store in damp areas
→ Fire hazards and sources of heat should be avoided
→ In the event of a fire, vacate the area and call the Fire Brigade informing them that the cylinder of balloon gas is there
→ Balloon gas is stored at high pressure, to avoid accidents, the cylinder valve should never be opened without the appropriate filling kit attached, and should be tightly closed when the cylinder is not in use
→ Ensure there is good ventilation when cylinders are carried in vans or cars, and that cylinders are always secured during transit. Further information regarding transport of cylinders is available at boconline.co.uk