10 Things That Your Family Taught You About Cheap Multi Fuel Stoves
Cheap Multi Fuel Stoves
Summary: These basic stoves that are lightweight can burn hexamine, wood white fuel, white fuel, and gas canisters through one nozzle. These stoves are popular in colder weather, but they are noisy and lack the ability to control the simmer.
Certain multi fuel wood stove-fuel stoves can burn various types of liquid fuel. The MSR WhisperLite Universal can be used with white and isobutane canisters for fuel.
Optimus Nova
The Optimus Nova is a multi-fuel stove that can be used with a variety of liquid fuels. It features a quick-priming burner, self-purging aluminum pump, and a precise simmer control. Its low centre of gravity and wide spreading legs make it a stable stove that can be used on uneven ground. This makes it a perfect stove for group backpacking base camps, kayaking and camping in the Arctic.
In contrast to other stoves that use liquid fuel, which have a problem in which unburned fuel is left in the fuel line and the nozzle of the stove the Optimus Nova has a shut off mechanism that operates by simply flipping the bottle over. The intake hoses are then removed from the fuel and forces them to absorb air, which puts out flames and depressurizes bottle.
This is a clever solution for an age-old issue and it's a good one. The Nova can be used with any fuel bottle with an o-ring seal. This includes MSR bottles. It also comes with a fully-featured stove bag with separate pockets for tools, spare parts as well as lubricant and the fuel pump.
This is an excellent stove for backpacking that is suitable for use in the UK. It is particularly suitable for trips where various fuels are required. The cost is quite affordable when compared with other canister stoves with similar capabilities. Furthermore, the Optimus Nova is easy to maintain and enjoyable to use.
Kovea Hydra
The Kovea Hydra multi fuel stove first came on the market in 2010 and has been a favorite choice for many backpackers since. A few UK backpackers seem to give the stove a lot of attention maybe because they've gotten fallen behind with more popular brands or whatever the most recent lightweight product from China or Korea is, but it doesn't mean the Hydra doesn't still have its advantages.
It's a small and light stove that burns all liquid fuels including white gas as well as propane butane through a single nozzle. It's a typical stove design, with an ignition bell that is bolted onto an aluminum body that is anchored by three fold out support legs. A pump sits on the top of the fuel line and the generator loop runs around the inlet, and the flame spreader is situated above the inlet. The burner itself is a low velocity flame type, which helps it to be less impacted by wind.
It's a remarkably versatile little cooker because it can be used with either isobutane canisters or propane canisters. It is simple to simmer with isobutane as well as propane and burns all fuels at a reasonable rate. However when using white gas, the stove runs a bit slower.
The instructions for the Hydra are written in English but they were not written by native speakers of the language. The instructions warn against the use of certain kinds of lighter fluid that, if misinterpreted as what was intended, could result in an accident that would land Kovea in a lot of hot legal water. Any 7/16ths UNEF-threaded gas container of a trusted brand will work perfectly.
Primus OmniLite Ti
The Primus Omnilite Ti is a excellent choice for those who are looking for an all-fuel stove that can cook using a variety of fuels. It can operate on gas, petrol/gasoline, diesel, kerosene and aviation fuel. It has separate controls for each fuel type and also allows to alter the size of the flame which is a wonderful feature. The stove also has an fuel line that is flat on the ground and can be easily connected to the tank.
While the Primus Omnilite is a fantastic stove, it will require maintenance to ensure that it functions properly. In particular, it has a tendency to flare when priming which can be a bit risky. This issue occurs with all stoves with liquid fuel that use a second spindle on the stove's side instead of a coil to vaporize the fuel.
It is also important to remember that every fuel type requires a different jet. This means that if you cook on kerosene, the jet hole must be smaller than when using gas. It's a minor inconvenience but it's important to mention.
MSR Whisper Lite
The MSR Whisper Lite stove is one of the lightest, smallest and most affordable multi burner stove-fuel stoves. It is also simple to repair in the field. It can be used with canister or liquid fuel and comes with attachments for each. The new design is 10% lighter than its predecessor and the burner has been revamped for improved heat distribution. It's great for beginners or budget-minded backpackers.
It takes some time to prepare, set up, and boil water but the whistler Lite is a reliable camp stove that will not let you down. The flame is strong and can easily boil one Liter of water in just two minutes. The only issue is that it doesn't simmer as well as other stoves.
This is why MSR has created the Dragonfly stove to become an efficient simmering burner. It's a similar design to the whistler, but it's more compact and provides more performance. However, it's not as cheap as the whistler Lite. The Soto Amicus cookset and stove is an excellent alternative that offers a similar setup for less than half the cost. Whisperlite International and Universal can be used with isobutane. The same design is used for both but the Universal version can be used with canister fuel as well.
Coleman Sportster II
It's a simple, no-frills Coleman stove that does its job. It's compact, self-contained, and solid, with the tank at the bottom and the burner on the top. This makes it simple to use and a good choice for beginners, backpackers looking to save weight and those who have spares in the van.
Designed to burn Coleman's own proprietary fuel (naptha gas, also referred to as white gas), this stove can be used with non-leaded gasoline as well. A gallon of gasoline will last for as longer as a standard Coleman liquid fuel cylinder, which means you'll save money on fuel using this alternative.
It requires some practice to get a good blue flame on a stove with liquid fuel. You'll have to pressurize them and prime them properly before you can do so. If you're not careful the fuel may pool, spray outside the burner, or sputter. Practice outside before taking it on your trip to learn how to do it.
The stove will suffer some performance and odor of the flame efficiency if you use non-Coleman fuels, but this is a trade-off for its versatility. Be sure to buy unleaded gasoline and not something enhanced with methanol or (alcohol). These types of fuel can cause the unit's performance to decline and even explode.
ATG Jiko
The ATG Jiko contemporary multi fuel stoves 5kw fuel stove made in South Africa (formerly known as the jiko) is a lightweight multifuel stove specifically made for harsh environments like Africa. It is a compact, solid stove that can burn solid fuel tabs, gels, and alcohol through a single nozzle. It's a minimalist and ultralight design that is priced lower than other multifuel stoves. Fuel is also cheaper per liter compared to gas canisters.
Other multifuel stoves use an individual nozzle for every type of fuel. It can be difficult to switch between fuels during bad weather, or when wearing gloves. This can increase the overall weight. The newer types of 5kw defra multifuel stove stoves have discovered an option to use the same nozzle to ignite multiple fuels which is much more convenient. They can be referred to as hybrids or compressed fuel multifuel stoves. They are also known by other names, such as isobutane, white gas, kerosene and unleaded gasoline/car petrol.
A multifuel stove kit can be purchased to convert your Trangia burners into tiger multi fuel stove fuel cookers. They are sold in camping stores that specialize in outdoor equipment and can be bought internationally. They're a great option for Trangia enthusiasts and are capable of burning all liquid fuels, with the exception of diesel, and when used with the correct accessories can even cook.