GasWatch TVL212 Propane Level Indicator and Safety Gauge

by Gaswatch

Product Features

• Propane-level indicator and safety gauge with easy-to-read colored dial
• For propane tanks up to 40 pounds; easy to connect; no tools required
• Built-in leak detector; emergency flow limiter in the event of a major leak
• For use with gas grills, patio heaters, and other outdoor appliances
• Measures approximately 8-4/5 by 5-3/5 by 4-1/2 inches; 1-year limited warranty

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 5.6 x 4.5 inches ; 1 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000S5S3M4
• Item model number: TVL212
• Average Customer Review: 3.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (118 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #690 in Patio, Lawn & Garden (See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden)
  • #66 in Patio, Lawn & Garden > Grills, Smokers & Outdoor Cooking > Grill & Smoker Accessories

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

For peace of mind, this propane-tank level indicator and safety gauge features an emergency flow limiter in the event of a major leak and leak detection that protects the environment from gas emissions. In addition, its low-gas indication prevents unnecessary cylinder exchanges or refills. The unit works great with all types of gas grills, patio heaters, smokers, camping stoves, and other outdoor propane appliances with a QCC Type I connection. The unit effortlessly connects between the propane tank and the equipment regulator--no tools required, and its integrated easy-to-read colored dial provides added convenience. Designed for propane tanks up to 40 pounds, the UL-approved propane-level indicator and safety gauge measures approximately 8-4/5 by 5-3/5 by 4-1/2 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty.

Product Description

GasWatch¿ model TVL 212, UL approved propane level indicator and safety gauge that is integrated with an easy to see and easy to read colored dial. With built-in features like leak detector and emergency flow-limiter, GasWatch¿ 212 is great for use with all types of BBQ Gas Grills and all other Outdoor Propane Appliances having QCC Type I connection. ¿Easy To Connect, Easy To Read, No Tools Required¿, TVL 212 connects between propane tank and the equipment regulator. Ideal for use with BBQ Gas Grills, Patio Heaters, Smokers, Turkey Fryers, Camping Stoves, Cookers, RVs, Boats and all Outdoor Propane Appliances.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

94 of 101 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Don't do it!, November 11, 2009

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E. White "catmandu" (Seattle, WA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: GasWatch TVL212 Propane Level Indicator and Safety Gauge (Lawn & Patio)

To everyone who wrote reviews about the gauge reading 'full' and then suddenly running out of gas, there is a reason for it. This item has a gauge that reads gas pressure, and you cannot determine ANYTHING about the level of propane in a tank by reading gas pressure.

The labeling and description of this item's function borders on fraudulent. The only meaningful measurement for propane is the level of liquid in the tank, and this item does not do that at all. The level must be directly measured with either a float device built into the tank, knowing the full/empty and current weight of the tank, or by reading a temperature sensitive strip on the side of the tank while it is in use.

The pressure in a propane tank is created by the liquid turning to gas. There are variables for ambient temperature, etc., but for the purpose of this discussion, that pressure will be relatively constant right up to the point where the last of the liquid has turned to gas, then you're done.

I would have given this zero stars if possible. I don't know how a product like this is even legal to sell.

66 of 72 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Not the greatest, January 19, 2008

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O'D (Chesapeake, VA) - See all my reviews

I purchased this product and am not that impressed. It is really just a pressure guage with some colored zones on it. It doesnt give you the greatest indication of the amount of fuel left in the tank. It does work, and as the needle indicates lower, obviously the tank contains less LP but it isnt that accurate. With the tank valve shut, the pressure will go up and indicate "GREEN," making you think that you have a lot of fuel. But when you turn on the grill and the pressure drops it indicates "RED" and you could run out of fuel before you cook your food.

Use this gauge as a general indication of tank level only, dont expect the greatest results. Take the $20 that you would spend on this device and apply it towards purchasing a second propane tank. That way if one tank runs out you have another to replace it with while you go and exchange the empty. You'll always have propane!

46 of 50 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great Concept & Works Very Well, May 25, 2009

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Bluesky (Outside Atlanta, GA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: GasWatch TVL212 Propane Level Indicator and Safety Gauge (Lawn & Patio)

First of all, had to wonder at some of the other 1-star reviews where people said the gauge read empty even though the tank was full. Did they catch that part of the directions that tells you to push the gauge face down several times to activate the gauge? It's not intuitive at all but follow the instructions or it won't work.

The first time we bought one of these it worked well until it broke late in the summer. So why'd we buy another one? We figured it was our mistake since the grill was accidentally left out in the rain and the product info mentions the importance of not letting rainwater get into the gauge.

Just tried the new gauge out yesterday and it indicated a gas leak. Broke out the spray bottle and soapy water and quickly found the leak - it was this valve! It was screwed on tight, took it off and reattached it, checked again, still leaking just behind the black piece that screws onto the propane tank.

On the chance we'd gotten a bum unit, we exchanged our leaking unit for a new one and it works great. Knocked off a star for the third-time's-a-charm ordeal of getting one that worked properly.