If you often go out into nature with friends (for a picnic or fishing), then a folding barbecue grill will definitely come in handy. You can make it yourself from a regular freon cylinder. Thanks to its compact size, this homemade product can easily fit in the trunk of a car.

Main stages of work

The first step is to remove the handles on the cylinder by drilling resistance welding using an electric drill, and cut off the valve with a grinder. Next, you need to cut the metal case into two halves - to do this, use a marker and building level, draw a straight line, then paste along the contour masking tape, make markings and cut the cylinder with a grinder.

We do not cut a little at the ends of the body so that the hinges can be installed. If the workshop is not lathe, then the loop can be made alternative way. To do this you will need a bolt and extended nuts. We tighten the nut until it stops, then cut off the protruding threaded part.

The bolt rod must be cut to the length of the second nut, which must first be drilled out with a drill with a diameter of 8 mm. The result is a simple, but quite nice loop, which is ideal for attaching the lid of a barbecue grill. On next stage We weld two loops and use a grinder to cut the remaining part of the freon cylinder.

Drilling holes

We make markings on the lower half of the body (on the back side) and drill four holes for skewers at the same distance from each other. On front side four slits need to be made. Then we drill air holes in two rows every 4 cm, departing from the edge by about 5–6 cm.

A large company arriving at the dacha needs a solid grill. Standard thin steel structures offered in stores are not suitable for this.

It is inconvenient to grill kebabs and steaks over a fire, placing them on bricks. Not everyone will decide to build a permanent barbecue structure with a stove and a roof.

Having thought about this, the home craftsman comes to the conclusion that the best option- make a barbecue with your own hands from a gas cylinder.

The thick walls of such a container will last for many years. Its dimensions are optimal for laying out skewers. It’s easy to choose the height to suit your height so that you don’t have to bend your back while cooking.

There are many varieties of braziers and smokers made from gas cylinders. Let's get to know them and talk about how you can bring your favorite option to life yourself.

It all starts with cutting the cylinder

Regardless of the design chosen, the first step in making a barbecue is cutting an old 50-liter propane cylinder. We do not recommend immediately rushing at him with an angle grinder. In this matter, you must follow safety rules. The remaining gas present in each container may explode if it comes into contact with sparks and air.

Therefore, you will first have to manually unscrew the tap. Removing a fitting on an old cylinder is not always a simple operation, since it is tightly “stuck” to the body. You can try to move it using an open-end wrench, hitting the handle with a hammer.

If the tap does not give in, then use another tool - an adjustable water wrench and steel pipe as a lever.

Under the influence of such a powerful force, any thread gives way. To prevent the container from rotating, a stop angle is attached to its bottom on the other side.

To make unscrewing easier, you can apply VeDeshka to the contact point between the tap and the body and wait a couple of hours until the thread loosens.

After this, the container is slowly filled with water. It displaces the flammable gas-air mixture, eliminating the risk of explosion when cutting.

After this, the water is not drained, but the tap is put back in place and they begin to mark the body.

On one side there is a long seam on the body of the cylinder. It will be a “beacon” for the first cutting line. The second line is drawn on the other side so that it is opposite the first and recedes 8 cm upward from it. This will be the second cutting line. If you do not make this adjustment, the roasting pan will turn out shallow.

Having made the markings according to the drawing, they take the grinder and cut through the walls, separating part of the body. It will be used as a hinged lid.

Important nuance! You need to cut the body carefully next to the seam so as not to damage the steel ring that is located under it. It will serve as a stop for the lid so that it does not fall into the fryer.

In the bottom photo you can see a ring on the left side of the container. If the master had passed the grinder next to the seam, it would have remained in place and served as a stop. It is not difficult to correct this mistake: you need to weld steel strips on top of the lid.

The next step is to remove the fitting. It is cut flush with the body.

Burrs are removed with a grinding wheel.

The further procedure depends on how you intend to use the grill: only for frying or combine it with a smokehouse. We will consider these operations after reviewing the finished structures.

Examples of barbecues made from gas cylinders

The easiest way to turn a gas container into a Dutch oven is to cut it in half, drill air holes in the sides and weld four legs to the bottom.

We divide the cylinder in half and get two braziers

The most popular option among craftsmen is cutting out the side of the case and turning it into a door. It will help preserve it longer high temperature coals when frying.

For ease of transportation, two legs should be equipped with wheels, and the third should be used as a stop. The handle for transportation can be made longer and a board for dishes and seasonings can be attached to it.

The best stand for a roasting pan comes from an old stand. sewing machine. It lowers the center of gravity of the structure, preventing it from tipping over.

Forged decor and side smoke exhaust pipe improve appearance and functionality of the barbecue.

By making a smoke umbrella over the brazier, two tables on the sides and placing it on bent steel legs, we get a more solid structure. There is no particular need for an additional canopy, however, its presence improves the appearance.

Our review continues with a homemade grill-smokehouse made from gas cylinders. It is a combination of two containers: 50 liter and 20 liter. The smaller one is placed below the main one, connected to it through a small window and used as a smoke generator. To improve traction chimney make it higher.

A more advanced option is to install a third vertical container. Products for cold smoking are hung in it. The total capacity of this design is sufficient to prepare meat and fish delicacies in reserve.

Occupying a place of honor on the site, the barbecue becomes the subject of general attention. Knowing this, many craftsmen decorate it according to their imagination.

The most popular option is the design in the form of a steam locomotive. The fire and smoke emanating from the brazier fit this image perfectly.

The smoke generator can be placed transversely in the “driver’s compartment”, or it can be naturally integrated into the overall locomotive design.

The streamlined shape of the container suggests a submarine. Present to your attention interesting example implementation of such an idea.

For one master, the gas container reminded him of a submarine ship, while for another, the association with a pig came to mind. Implementing it in metal is not particularly difficult.

Having become acquainted with examples of folk “mangal art”, let’s move on to consider practical question How to make a barbecue with your own hands from a gas cylinder and a smokehouse based on it.

Step-by-step instruction

We described the initial operations for marking and cutting the cylinder at the beginning of the article. Now let’s supplement our instructions with photographs and explain further steps.

It is more convenient to weld the hinges to the body of the fryer until the lid separates, cutting a line on back side housings. In this case, they will fall into place without distortion. On the other side, a handle made of steel rod is welded to the lid.

If you don’t put a stop on the hinge side, the door will fall back when opening and it will be inconvenient to get it out. You can use a short piece of corner as a stop, welding it in the middle between the hinges.

Blower holes can be drilled, but it is easier to make them using a grinder in the form of vertical slits.

To install skewers, triangular cuts are made on the ribs of the fryer or holes are drilled in the body in increments of 5-7 cm.

Grill legs can be made in two ways:

• “In a simple way” from pieces of fittings or pipes, welding them to the bottom;
• Having made a stand from profile pipes and a bent strip on which the cylinder will rest.

To speed up the frying process, the lid should be closed. In this case, to remove the smoke, you will have to make a hole at the end of the container and weld a pipe into it.

A barbecue-smokehouse differs from a regular brazier by the presence of a smoke generator compartment. For this purpose, a 20 liter cylinder is most often used. Having marked a hole for the passage of smoke, it is cut out with a grinder.

The same operation is performed with a large container. After this, they are joined by welding. A large balloon is placed on legs.

Having drawn the contours of the lids, they are cut out from the bodies and placed on the hinges. At the end of a large container, make a hole for the chimney and weld it.

Inside the cylinders, shelves are made from corners and gratings made of thick wire are placed on them. Holes are drilled in the back of the smoke generator housing and a rotary damper is installed to adjust the draft. A similar valve is mounted on the pipe.

Experts strongly advise installing a temperature sensor on the body of the main camera (the upper limit of measurement is +350 C). It will help you accurately control the smoking process and obtain products of excellent quality.

The work is completed by painting the structure with a heat-resistant compound.

Barbecue from a gas cylinder It's quite easy to do by following the instructions and it won't take much time. The main thing is to be able to handle a welding machine and have the skills to work with tools.

Owners country houses or dachas know that a mandatory attribute used during recreation is a barbecue. Due to the small size of this element, many people simply find it inconvenient to fry in them. The cost of large models is correspondingly considerable, so not everyone can make such a purchase.

In order to save money, as well as dispose of broken items, you can use such a part as an old gas cylinder. This item is quite in demand, as it has a ready-made shape and its thick walls do not burn through. After small changes, made carefully, such a design can not only be useful, but also decorate the landscape of the site.

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

Before you start making a barbecue from a gas cylinder, you will need to prepare necessary materials that will be needed during work:

Old 50 l cylinder;
Grinder, electric drill, welding machine;
Spanners;
Metal pipe, lid hinges, handles, rivets.

Instructions:

1. Remove remaining gas.
2. Determine the size of the cover and cut it out.
3. Fasten the parts and install the structure on supports.
4. Make a chimney and holes for skewers.

Preparing the gas cylinder

After all the tools are assembled, you should cut the cylinder. You need to do this correctly: remove the residues liquefied gas and condensate. Therefore, you will need to open it carefully gas wrench to release the gas, and turn it upside down to remove condensation. You can control this process by using foam made from soap by lathering the valve hole accordingly.

Then water is poured into the balloon for several days, which will displace the remaining vapor. This is not difficult to do: just remove the tap, connect a water hose and fill the bottle with water under low pressure. The liquid should be drained away from buildings to prevent the spread of unpleasant odors.

Then you need to cut off the valve. Do this together with an assistant, which will avoid heating and spark formation. One is sawing, the other is pouring water onto the cut site. After preparing the cylinder, you can sequentially create a barbecue, based on the instructions given below and using the diagram.

Marking

As you can see from the diagram, there will be two parts: the main one and the lid, so the cylinder will need to be marked before cutting. The walls are left higher on the sides so that the wind cannot fan the coals during frying.

Next, draw a cutting line, retreating 2 cm from the weld that connects the bottom and the cylinder itself and mark the lines. We find the longitudinal seam of the cylinder: we retreat 24 cm from it in both directions and mark the places where the lid will be and where to make cross cuts.

Cylinder cutting

A grinder makes a cut in horizontal plane. This must be done as carefully as possible and try not to damage the side rings, as they will be used to support the lid.

Assembly of the structure

After the above steps, we got two parts that need to be connected together - the bottom and the lid.

Attaching the cover

The lid is attached to the main part using a drill and hinges. To do this, drill holes in the bottom and install hinges. Their number is chosen as desired, the main thing is to place them at the same distance from each other. This can be done using rivets or bolts. It is better to weld the hinges to the lid, which is necessary for the strength of the connection.
So that the lid can be fixed open, a limiter should be welded between the hinges: a steel strip bent to the side.

You also need to consider important nuance– the hinges should be in the same direction, which will allow you to remove this part if necessary. You can come up with an additional accessory - a handle for the lid, securing it with screws on the front. For greater comfort when using such a design, it is worth providing a limiter to prevent the lid from opening.

Creating supports

We create a frame to avoid deformation of the barbecue during use. To do this, you need to weld a metal corner along the entire perimeter of the cylinder base along the cut line.

Shelf dimensions – 30x30 mm. Thanks to this element, the design will:

Have extra strength;
protected from temperature deformations;
attached to legs;
equipped with skewers or a grill that are installed on it.

You need to weld the corner without gaps; to do this you will have to press it to the base with clamps. The legs for support can be made from the same corner or tubes and welded into the corners of the frame. To ensure that their structure stands firmly, it is better to strengthen the legs with additional corners, connecting them together.

How to improve combustion

In order for the frying process in such a grill to proceed correctly, care should be taken to ensure a constant flow of air. The required ventilation can be achieved by drilling holes with a diameter of 10-16 mm in any order at the bottom of the base in its rear part. 10 pieces will be enough.
In the place where the cylinder tap was located, you can cut a hole to install a chimney in it.
You can also place cast iron grates on the bottom for additional ventilation. As they burn, they will become hotter and less fuel will be needed.

Brazier from a gas cylinder: nuances during operation

To make this design as effective as possible, you should pay attention to the nuances:
It is worth welding steel pads at the junction of the base and the lid to ensure uniform heat distribution.
At the bottom, a structure is made of reinforcing rods for reliability. In this case, the distance from the coal to the food should be 16 cm.
You can strengthen the thermometer to monitor the temperature.
You should use a container under the food to prevent fat from getting on the coals.
Shelves from an old refrigerator are suitable for the grille; they can be welded to each other.
At the end of the work, you can paint the barbecue so that it fits perfectly into the style of the summer cottage.

Hello everyone, I want to present to you my version of a smokehouse, assembled from what I had, maybe it will be useful for someone, because it was made without the use of welding, which makes it more accessible. Don’t judge strictly, this is my first creation) So, I was inspired to make myself a smokehouse, I looked on the Internet what people make it out of: gas cylinders, barrels, buckets, and whatever they make it out of! A smokehouse made from a freon cylinder caught my attention; fortunately, when working in the auto industry, getting one is not a problem. In my opinion, the size is also suitable for home smoking and can be taken on a short fishing trip, for three days. This is what happened in the end:

The cylinder itself

Unscrew the valve from it

Next, you need to cut off the handles with the valve, ALWAYS ventilate it, in order to avoid an accident!!! On the cylinder there is safety valve(in the photo above it’s at the top) it’s better to turn it away from you, I don’t know how it works, but it’s better not to check!!!

The actual tool used

It turned out something like this

That part with the handles was not initially planned to be used, so it was cut off carelessly, but later it will also be useful to us, so cut straighter)

Now we need to evenly cut off the top of our smokehouse, cut it crookedly - smoke will escape, how to mark an even cut, everyone decides for himself, I chose masking tape, glued it along the bend by eye.

Here's what happened

We pass the edges with a grinder attachment, smooth it with a file, and sand it so that there are no burrs.

Then we make a stand on which we will place the smoked meats, the easiest way to do this is to use a metal stand with legs, which comes with the microwave, the height of the legs turns out to be half the smokehouse, but the diameter didn’t fit for me - it’s larger than the diameter of the cylinder, I had to come up with it myself .

The basis was a pot holder from some kind of primus, found in a barn, it was possible to limit it to one, but due to the large opening, it was decided to throw a mesh over it, or you don’t have to put it on, as you like, maybe over time I’ll weld a mesh from thin rods

Now we are fastening the stand in the smokehouse, for this I took M8 bolts (lying in the foreground) and made studs from them

We mark and drill holes on four sides, place a nut on the stud until it stops and tighten the second one from the outside

That top part, with the handles I mentioned above, I decided to use it as a saucer for collecting fat, to do this we plug the central hole with a bolt, go through the edges from the burrs - the saucer is ready. You can weld the hole if you are too lazy to look for a suitable bolt, but we do it without using welding)

We put everything together, the smokehouse is ready!

I could have ended there, but I was confused by the distance from the stand to the top of the smokehouse, isn’t it too small?! Another option is to re-drill the holes lower, but there is another way to change the height - bend the pins in a Z shape, which in turn also makes it easier to remove the saucer with fat; with the first option, it was only possible to get it out from the side, or by removing the pins

This configuration of the studs allows us to change the position of the stand in height: loosened, turned to desired angle, spun it.

Most likely, you won’t have to change the height of the stand very often, but just in case, I decided to install copper nuts to prevent it from sticking; the nuts were left over after repairing the muffler

The only thing that was bought in the store was a glass lid (diameter 24 cm, a common size). The glass lid is very convenient, as soon as the smoke started, we timed it. (40-60 min) the fish is ready!