Where can I buy disposable calibration gas cylinders in the UK?
Spantech Products supplies disposable (non-refillable) calibration gas cylinders under its own Accuspan brand, in 12, 34, 60, 103 and 112 litre sizes, each with a certificate of analysis. We ship from Peterlee, County Durham, to customers across the UK and worldwide. For most gas detection work we recommend disposable cylinders: no rental, no return shipping and nothing to track. High-pressure cylinders are also available under our Spancan brand.
Calibration Gas Cylinders & Regulators
For over 25 years, we at Spantech have been supplying calibration gas cylinders worldwide. Specializing in reactive and complex mixes the range of suppliers that Spantech represent offer value for money options and the highest quality, longest shelf life options. Highly reactive mixtures can be supplied, such as 1ppm H2S with high stabilities. Premium quality regulators and disposable quad mixture mini-cans are also available.
Accuspan
- Our very own reputable brand ACCUSPAN is available in disposable aluminium cylinders in 12DA - 12 litre, 34DA - 34 litre, 60DA - 60 litre, 103DS - 103 litre and 112DA - 112 litre.
- Our high pressure cylinders are available in 5, 10, 20 and 50 litres, in steel or aluminium.
- We pride ourselves on exceptional quality and provide certificates of analysis for all of our cylinders, so you have proof of these quality attributes.
Cylinder Sizes We Supply
For most gas detection work we recommend disposable cylinders: no cylinder rental, no return shipping and nothing to track or send back.

Disposable Cylinders (NRC)
- No cylinder rental and no return shipping
- Lightweight and easy to carry on site
- Shelf life up to 60 months for non-reactive mixtures
- Every cylinder supplied with a certificate of analysis

High Pressure Cylinders (HPC)
Refillable cylinders for laboratories and test benches that use large volumes of gas. Sizes are water capacity, with British BS, USA CGA or European DIN valves.
Portagas
For the highest-end requirements we supply Portagas cylinders, manufactured in Houston, Texas, through a partnership dating back to 2004. Cylinders are heat-treated and fully tracked, with full ISO compliance available. Portagas (produced by Linde) supplies the highest quality ppm calibration mixtures: NIST traceable calibration and bump gases for gas detectors and industrial hygiene equipment.
- PortaGreen cylinders: recyclable, lightweight and ISO 7866 approved, more compact than standard options
- Certifications: manufacturing facilities ISO 9001:2015 certified, ISO 17025:2017 and ISO 17034:2016 accredited
- Cylinder sizes: 11 L, 34 L, 58 L, 100 L and 116 L, plus MegaCal™ variants
- Digital access: a 2D barcode on each cylinder links to its electronic Certificate of Analysis (eCOA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
Popular Gases Include, But Are Not Limited To
Regulators
Complementing our gas cylinders, we have a range of our own gas pressure regulators. The Spanreg Fixed flow regulator is designed to supply constant flow rates, ranging from 0.25 LPM to 6 LPM pre-selected with order. The user gets an accurate flow rate of gas mixture from Maxi Spancan (A110) or GAL range of Portagreen cylinders, even as the internal cylinder pressure drops. The back pressure is 4.1 bar (60psi) so that flow control is achieved until the cylinder is nearly empty @ 1.2bar. The regulator provides a constant reliable flow, while maximising the lifetime of the cylinder and minimising wastage. Being easy to turn off and store, therefore avoids accidental leakage through not turning the regulator off fully after use. The Spanreg FF provides a very cost- effective solution.
Specifications
- Spanreg FF 0.3P/N: SRCYFF3
- Spanreg FF 0.5P/N: SRCYFF5
- Spanreg FF 1.0P/N: SRCYFF1
- Spanreg FF 1.5P/N: SRCYFF15
- Spanreg FF 2.5P/N: SRCYFF25
Specification, Not Order Taking
Tell us the detector, the target gas, the alarm level and the environment. We come back with the part that actually works, and the reason.