how will it last on one tank of propane?
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I have had mine about 15 months. I run it about once per month for a half-hour, and I still have about 1/3 tank left, so I would guess it would run about 7 or 8 hours on a tank.
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One small tank will last up to four hours if you have it on low. If you turn it full blast, it last 1.5 hours.
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There is no simple answer to your question, because not all meals are equal, and it matters how many people you are cooking for. For two people with simple meals one gallon of propane will last for around two weeks. If you are really doing cooking, as opposed to just heating stuff up, it won't last as long. If you are feeding a group of people it will use more fuel. For comparison the one pound disposable cylinders are one-fifth the size of a one gallon propane tank. The efficiency of your stove might also be a factor.
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We have used it for approximately 6 hours straight but thankfully, haven't been without power longer than that. :) Of course, it also depends on the amount of propane you have on hand. Hope this helps ...
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Well. Obviously it will last as long as you run it to a degree. I have used my two for a season now. I thought I'd use it equally in the fall as the spring but I used them mostly in the fall and hardly any in the spring. I'd say I used about two tanks per heater for the fall with fairly heavy use. When you entertain on a patio burning both on full you'll burn more fuel but many times it's just my wife and I drinking coffee or reading for a spell with them turned back a bit. I do not harbor any sentiments that I've bought two gas hogs. No more than a gas grill.
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It can use any of those 2 lb propane tanks you see at Walmart, Kmart and the like. Several mfgs make those type, Coleman for one, and a few others, some come in 2 packs. Looks just like the one in the picture with the lantern. Just screws in, It is a standard valve as I have never seen any other type for these devices, works very well and provides a lot of light. Not sure how long it will last with one tank, depends on how bright it is burning but would guess it to be several hours.
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A standard size propane tank (like one on a bbq grill) will last right around five hours at a medium-low setting. Depending on how your firepit is set up (style of pit, location of burner, how far away the tank is located) will determine how much insulation - if you need any at all. This kit comes with a very long propane feed hose, so I would suggest you set the tank a distance away and place it in it's own separate enclosure. I do not use an enclosure and no insulation since my tank is six feet away and behind a brick post. I would advise you to separate the tank from the burner if possible. A single enclosure would likely be fine if it's designed (and properly insulated) for the purpose. When you're using consumer trade-in tanks, you never know if any damage has occurred to the new tank by the previous user. I have installed new tanks and discovered later they had been leaking due to damage to the connection threads from a previous user and that could create a dangerous situation if the tank were in an enclosed unit. It's a good idea to keep around a wrench and a roll of plumber's teflon thread tape to seal any leaks that might come up.
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There is 21,500 BTU's in one pound of propane. So theoretically the 3,000 BTU output Wave-3 heater should run approximately 7 hours on 1 pound of propane. (21,500 devided by 3,000 =7.1). The problem that might arise from using the disposable 1 pound cylinder would be the possible iceing of the cylinder, caused by drawing the fuel out of a small space, causing the internal pressure to drop. Which would in turn stop the gas from flowing. (Like water freezing stops water from flowing). I have never tried using the one pound cylinders in this way. But considering they will power a small Bar- BQ, it might work?
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I have only used mine for about two hours total so far, for melting lead, and used less than a quater of a 20 pound tank according to my tank scale. So a full tank should last arround 8 hours.
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I'm guessing you're asking how long a canister will last? It depends, of course, on how high you keep your flame. I found that it EATS gas if I try to heat a normal weight spaghetti pot full of water. I now make sure that I heat water such as that in a camping (light weight) pot. With "regular cooking", a canister will last me between two and three weeks at home. Some nights I don't use it at all. Other nights I use it for between a half hour and an hour. One canister definitely lasts me through a three-day camping trip (but I always bring an extra one in reserve). Note that you can't use a wide pot or fry pan on most of the portable stoves. That's because it would overhang the canister and overheat it. You can imagine the result.
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Yes, It will hold up. I use it on an auxillary diesel fuel tank and it will operate all day.
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Kathleen, I have one of those working on natural gas and it works like a charm! You should have or buy the propane version and it will run on any tank, but if you need to run it on full for an extended time, I would recommend getting a larger tank. If it's a small room however, it is probably sufficient to run it on a low setting and then a small propane tank will most likely last quite a while. So, in a nutshell, it depends... Sorry, that's the best answer I can give you. Good luck and hope you're staying warm.
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I've used one eith my pressure cooker for 90 minutes -and not at max heat setting didn't seem to hurt it any set up I use noe for canning is what my Amish neighbors use -propane burner set up and in an outdoor (back porch ) kitchen.
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We use our Fire Dancer occasionally and we also use the same tank for our grill. We have run it for 2-3 hours probably 3 times. We still have not run out of propane. It puts off some heat but it's not the same as having a regular fire pit with wood. Still it works for us and we don't smell like smoke after. We even use ours to roast marshmallows. Hope this helps.
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Our heater will last about 8 hours on a gallon on a low setting which keeps our 2000 square foot ranch home (our home is very open). We clean our wick about every 2 weeks). Using a high setting will really use up the kerosene
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The time the fuel will last will depend on the heat of the flame. As I mentioned before I have a bad experienced with these stoves on low. I go though about a can over 5 hours of using the stove.
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50 to 60 pounds. It rolls very easily in the opened and closed positions. You do not need the propane hose adapter if you use the small tanks. I only use the small tanks and we use our grill 2 - 3 times per week. The tank will last about a month. With the lid closed it heats up VERY quickly! Watch it. The small tanks are always on-sale. Walmart has the best everyday price and they are on-sale at Menards this week 4 for $9.