Large Disposable Helium Gas Cylinder for 40 Balloons

£33.33 + VAT

Our Large Disposable Helium Gas Cylinder is the quick and convenient way to inflate up to 40 standard 9″ latex balloons, perfect for parties, celebrations and events across the UK. Lightweight, portable...

  • Gas Type: Helium (He)

  • Cylinder Water Capacity: 3.3 litres

  • Fill Pressure at 20°C: 100 bar (approx. 220 litres of helium)

  • Dimensions: 120 mm diameter × 400 mm length

  • Tare Weight: 3,800 g

  • Cylinder Material: Steel – P355NB (EN 10120 compliant)

  • Valve Type: UNI EN 10297 / UNI EN 13340 compliant

  • Certification: Non-refillable cylinder manufactured to EN 12205 (TPED approved)

  • Outlet Thread: M10 × 1 right-hand

  • Balloon Capacity: Inflates up to 40 × 9″ latex balloons

Safety Data Sheet

 

Filling Instructions

1. Take the protective cap from the cylinder valve
2. Screw the filling nozzle gently into the cylinder valve by hand
3. Place the balloon neck over the filling nozzle ensuring a snug fit
4. Hold the balloon neck firmly and gently press down the nozzle to release helium
5. Stop pressing down on nozzle, to stop inflation, remove the balloon, pinching the neck closed
6. When finished, unscrew the filling nozzle and replace the protective cap
Note: We recommend using a balloon sizer for latex balloons to ensure you do not over-inflate your balloons.

Make Your Celebration Pop – Order Your Helium Cylinder Now

  • Lightweight and Portable – Easy to carry and ideal for use at home, venues or on the go.

  • Great for Any Celebration – Perfect for parties, birthdays, events and decorative balloon displays.

  • Includes Filling Nozzle (M10 × 1 RH) – Supplied with a compatible balloon inflation nozzle for quick setup.

  • Simple Push-to-Fill Operation – User-friendly design makes inflating balloons fast and effortless.

  • Suitable for Latex and Foil Balloons – Versatile enough for a wide range of balloon types and sizes.

  • Convenient Disposable Cylinder – No returns or rentals required; simply use and recycle where facilities exist.

  • Perfect for Medium-Size Events – The 3.3L disposable helium cylinder offers a practical solution for inflating balloons at small to medium celebrations.

  • Birthday Parties – Perfect for creating balloon displays, arches and table centrepieces.

  • Weddings & Anniversaries – Ideal for elegant decorations, photo backdrops and venue styling.

  • Corporate Events – Great for branding, promotional displays, reception areas and product launches.

  • Baby Showers & Gender Reveals – Easy way to inflate themed balloons for eye-catching décor.

  • Seasonal Celebrations – Suitable for Christmas parties, New Year’s Eve events and school celebrations.

  • Community & Charity Events – Reliable helium supply for fetes, fundraisers and public gatherings.

  • Home Decorating – Convenient for quick balloon inflation for small parties and family occasions.

  • Event Planners & Decorators – A practical, portable option for on-site balloon setup without equipment hire.

FAQs

As a trusted supplier of gas, we frequently get asked questions about gas safety, the difference between butane and propane, as well as the best uses for our gas products. In this blog, we’ll be answering our most common FAQs.

You can place orders online through the Adams Gas shop, by contacting the team by phone or email, or by locating a nearby stockist via their stockist finder. For refills, Adams Gas offers a professional gas cylinder filling service, including collection and re-delivery of customer-owned bottles where required.

Adams Gas supplies a wide range of bottled gases across the UK, including propane, butane, CO₂ (carbon dioxide), helium, argon, nitrogen and welding gases such as MIG and TIG mixtures. They also offer additional services like gas cylinder filling, new cylinders, cylinder testing, third-party storage and transport of dangerous goods.

Disposable gas cylinders are most practical for short duration tasks, site work, mobile jobs, or low volume usage where portability and convenience are priorities. They are commonly chosen when returning or storing refillable cylinders is not efficient. Adams Gas supplies disposable gas cylinders suited to these use cases.

Disposable gas cylinders are typically used for light welding, brazing, soldering, heating, and maintenance tasks. They are often ed for repair work, installation jobs, and situations where compact equipment is required. Adams Gas provides disposable gas cylinders suitable for professional and trade applications.

Disposable cylinders offer convenience and portability, while refillable cylinders are generally more cost effective for regular or high volume use. Disposable options are best suited to occasional or mobile work where efficiency and ease of use outweigh long term running costs. Adams Gas offers both disposable and refillable options so users can choose the most efficient solution.

The amount of helium needed depends on the number of balloons, their size, and whether they are latex or foil. Larger balloons and foil balloons require more helium than standard latex balloons. Adams Gas supplies helium options suitable for small parties through to larger events.

Float time depends on balloon type, size, and environmental conditions. Latex balloons generally float for several hours, while foil balloons can float for several days when properly filled. Using good quality helium helps achieve consistent float performance.

Yes, while the helium itself is the same, latex and foil balloons behave differently once filled. Latex balloons are porous and lose helium more quickly, whereas foil balloons retain helium for longer. Adams Gas supplies helium suitable for inflating both latex and foil party balloons.