Can the Wave-3 3000 unit be used with 1 lb discardable Propane fuel bottles. We dry camp above @ T=25 F. What is fuel consumption on high?
1705336
can this unit be attached to a grill propane tank and how long would it last. I am in SC and want it for a 200 square foot greenhouse I built, somewhat insulated. Our coldest nights are 25 degrees on occasion. We did have 2 recently @ 15 degrees.RED
1705337
I have tried operating the Wave-3 on one pound cylinders with a suitable regulator and hose. The heater would quit after a few hours due to the pressure drop in the propane bottle as the liquid boils and cools. A 11 pound cylinder has worked fine. I would expect that a 4.25 pound cylinder would also work fine, but have not tried it. The mercaptan in the propane tends to stay in the bottle as propane boils away and gets very concentrated as the bottle empties. Other than the objectionable smell from the heater when this happens, excessive mercaptan is bad for the life of the catalyst.
1705338
Adapters and leg isssues aside, at 25 degrees F I don't think you will get enough heat out of this heater. I would go with a larger btu output depending on your space. If you are set on 1 lb bottles, go with a mr buddy. I still use an extention hose and a larger bottle on mine.
1705339
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?
1705340
It is very efficient on fuel but I'm not sure about using a disposable propane bottle. You can hook up a small refillable bottle and buy the legs for it but one of those 'Big Buddy' heaters may be a better option. Our Wave heater is used in our camper. It's hooked up to our propane line and works great.
1705341
I'm sure it could may have to adapter Not sir how long a 1 ponder would last You would have to test it to find out
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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? 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... » Read More 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? « Show Less
2045843
The manufacturer offers no options to convert this to natural gas. I purchased a 30 pound propane bottle as my primary source for emergency use. This gives me time to refill my 20 pound tank.
734919
I just got done using this stove for weekend of camping (3 days of use) and used about half of a 1 pound tank. I cooked 5 meals with both burners and then heated water for cleaning.
311877
Can I assume you mean Gas Liquified Petroleum? If that is what that means the answer is yes. I use a 20 lb tank I swap out at Winn Dixie or Home Depot when it is empty. If you use propane tank you will need extension hose sold by Amazon also. Great little grill that will handle cooking for 2 or 3 people easily. I love mine.
1046176
I just received this item to attach to my Century distribution tree and no fuel will flow through to my stove or torch. It would seem that it is only designed to work with 1# bottles.
2033235
I hooked up in regular propane on the market, I really don't know how many pound? You can extension 5 or 6 foot hose. I think so.if u live in Chandler city of Arizona, I can give u this camp chef 3 burner.good luck to you.
210542
I use the 3 gallon for camping with my fiancé and our 6 year old...and it works great!! At full capacity, the 3 gallon is about as much as I can lift to secure to a canopy / tree branch / etc....although I'm 5'2"...the 5 gallon seemed a bit too cumbersome for our small group. I love our little sun shower and it's easy to fill, secure, and pack away when done. So a long winded....yes.
1289571
Yes. Just make sure the unit is configured for LP. Thes units can also work with natural gas but it is an either/or situation. A 30K BTU unit will burn through a 20 lb (grill size) tank in 2-3 days depending or demand. Good idea to test usage before you actually need it.
1690933
Yes - I use the propane tank from my grill. I use this unit to brew beer - it works great.
1971503
Yes, you should have no problems mechanically - the fill connections are the same. Remember that 80% of total rank capacity = "full", i.e. it will only take 5 lb of propane.% full = 100 x (GW - 11.1)/5[propane is 4.4 lb/gal]
450016
I would suggest a little bigger compressor. 3gal will function but it may run more than you would like
1048981
This heater requires at least a 100 pound propane tank for use. It cannot be used with a 20 lb. BBQ tank.
1927729
I have this hooked to my house natural gas. It produces a great deal of heat with a significant gas flow. Although I haven't tried it with Propane I would guess a 20lb tank would be inadequate for the type of gas flow and heat produced.
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35000 BTU is a large volume of Propane usage. You will need at least a 5-Gallon Propane bottle and you also need a regulator that can support a 35000 BTU appliance. Most BBQ Regulators are not big enough to do this, But Some are, like those for Turkey Fryers and 4-burner BBQs. You can find these at Home Depot, etc.. An RV Propane system is adequate. Go to the Kozy World website and download the manual.
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Real World is a relative thing. You really need to calculate what you need. Take the lowest water temp you think you'll have and the desired output temp as well as flow rate of the appliances using the water to see if this unit can supply what you want. If yes then take the same numbers and figure out the propane usage. 1 Gal of propane is 91,000 BTU and a BTU is the amount of energy it takes to raise 1 pound of water 1 degree. So say you are going to use 20 gallons of hot water a day that is roughly 164 lbs of water. If your winter time water temp is 40 degrees and you want an outlet of 110 you need to raise 164 lbs of water 70 degrees each day. That is 18040 BTU which is .2 gallons. So at that rate you'd go though a barbecue grill tank in 25 days (assuming 5 gallons of propane in that tank). As you can see it's all about the specifics of your situation.
2262514
I have my tank 8 feet away from the burner, as for the propane consumption a full 20 lb tank lasted me about 9-10 hours
1371932
Yes you can but this goes through propane, I think it says at high flame it a regular propane tank will last 7-8 hours, I would find a small propane tank, camping world has a 1 gallon refillable tank. I am assuming that you are looking for something small for space requirements.. I love the fire pit and I will never be without one again when I am rving or camping...so much easier... enjoy