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http://www.clusterheadaches.com/cgi-bin/yabb2/YaBB.pl Cluster Headache Help and Support >> Medications, Treatments, Therapies >> Medical tank vs welders tank - refill http://www.clusterheadaches.com/cgi-bin/yabb2/YaBB.pl?num=1459445205 Message started by Fady on Mar 31^st, 2016 at 1:26pm

Title: Medical tank vs welders tank - refill
Post by Fady on Mar 31^st, 2016 at 1:26pm

Hi everyone, this is my first post, I've had cluster headaches for over 10 years and I'm finally trying to get oxygen on my own.. As Far as getting it refilled at a welding supply company does it matter what kind of tank it is? Is the tanks with the green tops medical ? I have no clue . Please help.

Title: Re: Medical tank vs welders tank - refill
Post by Potter on Mar 31^st, 2016 at 3:55pm

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Title: Re: Medical tank vs welders tank - refill
Post by Fady on Mar 31^st, 2016 at 6:40pm

The reason I'm asking is I have a chance to buy a oxygen tank for a good price .. But wasn't sure if a tanks physical appearance matters if I took it in to a welders company to get it refilled

Title: Re: Medical tank vs welders tank - refill
Post by Potter on Mar 31^st, 2016 at 6:44pm

I would lease a tank from the local weld supplier, then when it needs anything it's on their dime.

Potter

Title: Re: Medical tank vs welders tank - refill
Post by Fady on Mar 31^st, 2016 at 7:11pm

What if you can buy a tank for $50 or $70 .. Would you still lease a tank ?

Title: Re: Medical tank vs welders tank - refill
Post by Potter on Mar 31^st, 2016 at 7:23pm

Fady wrote on Mar 31^st, 2016 at 7:11pm:

What if you can buy a tank for $50 or $70 .. Would you still lease a tank ?

Pics please.

Potter

Title: Re: Medical tank vs welders tank - refill
Post by Michael63 on Mar 31^st, 2016 at 7:29pm

Fady,

Buying a tank is sometimes difficult. They are regulated and need to be inspected regularly by someone certified to certify the tank. If it is not certified and stamped, the welding supply place WILL NOT fill them. Just something to look at before purchasing. Leasing from a welding supply shop is the better choice in my opinion.

Michael

Title: Re: Medical tank vs welders tank - refill
Post by Fady on Apr 1^st, 2016 at 12:27pm

This is a picture of them ..I might just lease then

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Title: Re: Medical tank vs welders tank - refill
Post by LasVegas on Apr 4^th, 2016 at 8:43pm

Sounds like you are ruling out medical o2. If that assumption is correct you may want to consider the likelihood you are unfortunately doomed for life with this evil curse, and if your $ is available to INVEST thinking long term, consider a tank purchase.

I bought a welders tank and refill welders o2 as needed, never a hassle except transport.

However if you have medical insurance and are willing to tolerate the red tape bureaucratic bs that goes along with it, go medical.

PF Wishes ;)

-Gregg in Las Vegas