Wood stoves Termofor Sakhalin-2 26 (non-volatile gas burner)5.000

Main selection criteria

Experienced buyers advise when choosing a gas burner to consider the following parameters:

• – The main thing is to decide on the purpose of purchasing the burner. To perform construction work and simple household needs, different models are needed.
• – For construction work, it is best to choose a gun-shaped torch. It will be convenient to hold it in one hand, while the other can be used to support the material with which you are working.
• – Manufacturers offer compact models for hiking and trips to the country. They can easily fit in a backpack or car glove compartment.
• – Models with a low melting point are suitable for soldering pipes.
• – One of the main parameters is gas consumption. This will allow you to calculate how long one replacement cylinder will last.

Features of installation and operation

Floor-standing models must be installed in a separate room.
Non-volatile gas heating equipment is installed in the system so that the coolant circulates naturally without the use of a pump. For this, the following conditions are met:

• the calculated slope of the coolant line is maintained;
• pipes of larger diameter are used to reduce resistance along the path of the liquid;
• An expansion tank is built into the system, where excess hot water is located.

When installing, adhere to the rules for installing gas boilers. The standards also apply to ventilation and exhaust systems. Installation of equipment is permitted to persons who have access to such work and have been accredited.

Types of portable burners

Gas burners are devices that differ in design and purpose, but they are united by a common feature - they operate using gas.

Portable devices designed to operate from a small tube filled with propane-butane or other gas should not be confused with ovens or powerful welding units that operate from natural gas or a large cylinder.

We offer a brief overview of the main design elements of an inexpensive gas cartridge burner, which serves as an excellent example of a home device. It may be useful for repairs in the country or for a barbecue.

Using a compact device, you can quickly light a barbecue, heat bolts or nuts in the cold, melt plastic parts, and process heat shrinks. The flame temperature (up to +1300°C) is enough for soldering metal pipes.

This is an example of a burner type that is popular among users, but the range of devices is much wider. Let's look at the most popular types.

Difference by area of ​​use

An open flame may be required at home, on vacation, and during installation work. One of the areas of application is tourism. When camping, use a simple device to light a fire and heat up canned food.

Devices for heating food have a special design - instead of a muzzle-nozzle, there is a long thin gas supply hose to an external burner with a stand

Burners with a directional torch of a “pistol” type are often used in installation work when soldering copper pipes and for bending plastic elements.

The flame, heated to the required temperature, is directed to the mating area of ​​the copper parts, resulting in a strong permanent connection between pipe and pipe or fitting.

High-temperature high-power lamps can also process steel parts, but this requires hard solder and a slightly modified soldering technique.

Gas portable burners are also used for the following work:

• processing of wooden parts;
• lighting a barbecue or a fire in the country without the use of chemicals;
• calcination and cutting of metal blanks;
• singeing animal carcasses during butchering;
• thawing frozen pipelines.

This useful device is always at hand for craftsmen who love to improve their homes and improve their garden plots on their own. The burner can be useful in a car repair shop, during the construction of a greenhouse or other structures.

Division according to the method of attaching the can

The fuel cartridge is a consumable item. As soon as the fuel runs out, it is disconnected from the burner, and a new cartridge is installed in its place.

There are several ways to attach a cartridge to a device:

• threaded - fixed with a thread, in other words - screwed on;
• collet - put on and slightly rotated to one side;
• valve - secured with a retainer;
• pierced - connected with light pressure.

Threaded models are more common than others. They form a strong connection between two elements that can be separated at any time. Punctureable ones, on the contrary, cannot be turned off until the gas in the can runs out.

Devices with collet fixation are quickly installed. To attach them to the cylinder, you just need to put them on and turn them 25-30 degrees to the side

The weakness of collet devices is the rapid loosening of the clamp, resulting in loss of gas.

Valve burners, which are usually designed for heating food, are considered more reliable.

Differences in gas burners by fuel type

Manufacturers use various fuels to fill consumable cartridges. The choice of liquefied gas is based on the purpose of the burners, the required flame temperature, and power. To improve the characteristics of the composition, several different types of fuel are sometimes mixed.

The following combinations of substances are used most often:

• a mixture of propane and butane (70:30) - mainly for summer use, but with a heating device it is also used in winter;
• a combination of propane, butane and isobutane in various proportions;
• a mixture of MAPP - methyl acetylene-propadiene-propane, most often used for welding at temperatures of 1600-2500 ° C.

But there are cans filled with one gas, for example, butane.

An example of inexpensive gas cartridges is “Pathfinder”. Price – 90 rubles. Filling – universal gas fuel, suitable for portable burners, cutters, stoves, heaters

The choice of fuel is important when work is to be done in harsh conditions - in the cold or at high altitudes. And in the summer, any universal gas is suitable for lighting a barbecue or fire.

Installation of the unit

Installation of non-volatile heating units is carried out according to a specially drawn up plan, which is agreed upon with the controlling fire safety and gas supply organizations. It is very important to create the necessary conditions for the normal functioning of the device:

• maintain positive temperature in the boiler room;
• Follow fire safety instructions during installation. Combustible wall material must be insulated with non-flammable materials, such as asbestos or metal sheets;
• If the boiler is installed independently, it must be started for the first time in the presence of a specialist who will check the correct installation and operation of the device.

The boiler installation plan also includes the installation of a chimney system. It must comply with established standards that are developed by design organizations, depending on the power of the heating device. The chimney must be individual for each heating device or have a cross-section that allows the required amount to be discharged from two or three devices.

According to standards, a chimney that is discharged through the roof and located one and a half meters from the ridge horizontally must rise in height by no less than half a meter. If it is brought out through the roof at a distance of one and a half to three meters horizontally, it is raised at least to the height of the ridge.

External metal chimney

When building a chimney, you also need to know that it should not have more than three turns, but it is better if it is perfectly straight. But, in any case, its total height in a straight line should not be less than five meters. The top of the chimney is covered with a special fungus made of metal; it will close the pipe opening from moisture and dirt.

Another chimney option is a coaxial one; it is not suitable for all types of heating boilers and to install it, you need a specialist’s recommendation.

Coaxial type chimney

Such a smoke exhaust duct does not require much height and is installed in the wall. Its installation will cost much less and will not be difficult. But it should be noted that, without forced electrical air circulation, it may not create the necessary draft, so the boiler will spontaneously turn off more often than with a traditional pipe. Another disadvantage is the formation of condensation inside the coaxial chimney.

How to choose a gas burner for a spray can

This type of equipment is highly autonomous, which expands its scope of application. The simple design reduces the price and reduces scheduled maintenance to a minimum. The use of tight push-in connections ensures safety. Manufacturers offer models with injectors and check valves, working in conjunction with various types of tanks. Which nozzle to choose? It is not difficult to understand this issue. The buyer needs to understand the main purpose, pay attention to the presence of a flame regulator, piezo ignition and evaluate gas consumption. This will help you buy a tool that will last for several years.

Purpose

To light a fire in the country or during a camping trip, you can use the simplest nozzle, which can easily cope with the task or replace the stove if necessary to boil water. Such models have a flame temperature of 500-700 degrees and have a low price. Losing equipment during your next trip to nature will not be a serious loss. Tourists are advised to evaluate the size of the attachments, which should not take up much space in a backpack or car trunk.

For soldering, heating plastic and glass, you can use models with a torch temperature of 1200-1300 degrees. These are the most universal attachments, actively used in construction and in the home workshop. To solve specialized problems, for example, bending reinforcement, you will need powerful models with a flame temperature of 2200-2300 degrees. When choosing a tool, the conditions in which the user uses the burner are also taken into account. When used in conditions of limited space, nozzles with small sizes have an advantage.

Flame regulator

When choosing a universal model that is designed to solve different problems, nozzles with a flame regulator have an advantage. This device allows you to regulate the gas pressure and measure the power of the fire flow and its temperature. Using the regulator, the optimal mode is selected for soldering with copper or tin, heating a rusty part or old paintwork. The wider the adjustment range, the better for universal equipment.

The regulator should have a convenient location and allow you to change the power of the nozzle while working with the tool. Manufacturers who care about their customers put a power scale and direction of adjustment on the valve. This simplifies setting up the burner when performing critical tasks.

Piezo ignition

The piezo ignition system allows you to do without the use of matches when igniting the flame. This increases the safety of use: when igniting, accidental burns can be avoided. Piezo ignition is triggered in the wind and during rain, ensuring the operation of the device in all weather conditions. The spark instantly ignites the fuel, saving the user’s personal time. Piezo ignition must have a reliable and durable switching system: if the button breaks or sticks, then it will not be possible to use the piezo element for ignition. The system does not greatly increase the price of the tool, so it is recommended to choose models with piezo ignition.

Gas consumption

The nozzles are used with cylinders that have a limited fuel supply. The main part of the burners works in tandem with tanks that hold 220 grams of butane-propane mixture. The lower the fuel consumption, the longer the operating time. Consumption depends on the design features of the equipment. The optimal gas consumption is 75-80 grams per hour. This allows you to work for 2-2.5 hours.

Injection type nozzles have a higher flame temperature and power. High-temperature burners consume up to 120-140 grams of fuel per hour. To increase operating time, it is recommended to use 600 ml cylinders with such nozzles, which can hold more than 300 grams of the gas mixture.

Tips for choosing the best burner

People buy compact hand burners with pleasure, as they have many advantages over liquid fuel, more “serious” devices. They light quickly, hardly get dirty, and require a minimum of care.

Using a manual model is easy: the flame power can be adjusted and the torch can be directed at any angle, which is important when working in cramped conditions

Criterion #1 – scope of use of the device

First of all, you should determine exactly what the gas appliance will be used for, since burners for soldering and for heating food are radically different in both design and parameters.

Tourist devices have the shape of a stand and resemble a household gas stove, on which it is convenient to place dishes with heated food

Construction tools often resemble a gun in shape. When working, it is convenient to hold them with one hand, and with the other at this time you can support the part or bring solder.

Criterion #2 – technical characteristics of the model

Characteristics such as weight and size are important if the burner has to be taken on hikes or often used at home. A heavy tool causes rapid fatigue, while a light one is much more comfortable to work with.

We pay attention to such characteristics as:

• flame temperature – from 480 to 2500°C;
• heating temperature – from 550 to 2500°C;
• power – 0.5-3 kW;
• the ability to connect cans with different fuels;
• method of connecting the cartridge to the burner;
• flame type, torch shape;
• fuel consumption – from 60 to 1000 g/h;
• weight – from 50 grams to 1.7 kg.

If you are purchasing a torch specifically for soldering copper pipes, then a low-temperature model will do.

To cut or weld steel parts, you will need a more powerful machine, usually called a torch or welding torch.

Overview of additional useful options:

It is not surprising that portable devices are popular, but when purchasing, you need to take into account all the nuances, including technical characteristics, design features, efficiency, and ease of use.

Rating of the best gas burners for a can

From all the variety, we can highlight the following models, which are most popular among buyers:

Rexant GT-19

Compact gas burner with adjustable flame level. Butane, propane and isobutane can be used as fuel. Fuel consumption – 80 g/h. Suitable for quickly heating surfaces. The maximum flame temperature is 1400 degrees Celsius. Price in stores – from 500 rubles.

ADVANTAGES:

• conveniently attaches to the cylinder with a click
• lights up the first time
• burns steadily
• There is a ignition button, the piece works properly
• sits tightly on the cylinder

FLAWS

• the gas is regulated very sharply, you need to turn the flame adjustment knob very smoothly

Rexant GT-19

Energy GTI-100

A high-power gas burner that can be used as a blowtorch. The main advantages are ease of use and compact size. Flame temperature – 1300 degrees Celsius. Another advantage is efficiency. Fuel consumption is only 80 g/h. Price – from 600 rubles.

ADVANTAGES:

• steady flame
• economical gas consumption
• presence of piezo ignition
• securely connects to the cylinder
• all plastic parts are located far from the heating point (they will not melt)

FLAWS

• when working with an inclination, preheating of the burner is necessary, otherwise the flame will be unstable

Energy GTI-100

DAYREX DR-45

A convenient burner that ensures safe use due to a safety system that protects connections from fuel leaks. The burner head can rotate 360 ​​degrees without changing the flame intensity. Price in stores – from 700 rubles.

ADVANTAGES:

• made carefully, assembled tightly
• reliable security system
• economical gas consumption
• high power rating
• detailed instructions in Russian

FLAWS

• not detected

DAYREX DR-45

Flame Gun

A burner designed for tourist purposes due to its low gas consumption and compact size. Can also be used when working with metal products. It will be useful for motorists when unscrewing acidified bolts and removing old paint from surfaces. Prices in stores start from 400 rubles.

ADVANTAGES:

• excellent quality
• multifunctionality
• produces a steady, even flame
• easy to turn on and off
• the flame is easily regulated by the valve

FLAWS

• not detected

Flame Gun

Sturm 5015-KL-02

A household gas burner with flame protection from wind, which will be especially useful when lighting fires or barbecues. Fuel consumption is slightly higher than that of previously presented models and is 86 g/hour. Isobutane, propane and butane are used as fuel. Prices in stores start from 550 rubles.

ADVANTAGES:

• using the wheel you can adjust the flame power
• ignition is carried out using a piezo element
• burns steadily when turning in different directions after 2 minutes. warming up
• lights up the first time
• fits tightly onto the bottle

FLAWS

• according to some customers' reviews, it quickly breaks down

Sturm 5015-KL-02

STAYER 55584 MASTER

A small gas burner weighing only 150 grams. There is a function for adjusting the flame strength, the maximum temperature is up to 1300 degrees. Propane or butane is used as fuel. Price in stores – from 400 rubles.

ADVANTAGES:

• reliable assembly
• multifunctionality
• convenient flame control system
• reliable fastening
• Piezo ignition works flawlessly

FLAWS

• not detected

STAYER 55584 MASTER

Kemper Emper 1064 E

A torch used for installation construction work, as well as for soldering copper products. The flame strength can be adjusted, as well as its fixation. The set includes two nozzles. To operate the burner you will need a threaded container. Price in stores – from 2,000 rubles.

ADVANTAGES:

• durability
• light weight
• economical gas consumption
• 2 working attachments
• preheating function

FLAWS

• not detected

Kemper Emper 1064 E

Design features

Units are divided into devices with natural and forced draft. The first type has an atmospheric burner and an open combustion compartment. The air comes from the room where the boiler is installed, the smoke is removed due to the natural movement of air. The equipment is installed in premises in compliance with safety standards.

In forced-action units, air is taken from the street or an adjacent room (less often). The flows are moved by a fan through coaxial or separate air ducts of small diameter. It is possible to organize the removal of combustion products in a horizontal plane through the wall. Forced supply equipment is installed in any suitable room.

How to choose a gas burner

Tourist burners are the most popular; many buyers who are faced with a choice for the first time sometimes prefer expensive Polish models, which in this situation does not justify itself.

Inexpensive, simple, non-supercharged torch designs are quite suitable for hiking. The cheapest Chinese models can light a fire and heat up food, which you won’t mind losing or damaging in camping conditions.

For use at home and when performing simple repairs, they purchase amateur series instruments, which are more expensive compared to tourist options, but they do not have problems such as melting of the plastic coating of the mouthpiece and disruption of the piezo ignition system.

In order to make a choice of model, the user needs to pay attention to the following characteristics of the device:

1. The presence of a control valve, especially when performing a large volume of soldering work.
2. To perform fine soldering or welding, pay attention to the balancing and ergonomics of the design, since frequent switching on/off of the torch must be done with one hand.
3. Power is selected according to the thickness and materials of the processed products. Burners with a power of up to 0.7 kW are capable of soldering copper wires or burning paint; for soldering steel products up to 3 mm, a power of about 1.5 kW will be required, and powerful devices from 2.0 to 3 kW are used to heat fittings up to 12 mm.
4. You also need to know how long the gas cylinder lasts.

General rules for installing a chimney for a stove

Another condition for the normal operation of a gas stove is the installation of a chimney. For gas-fired stoves, smoke channels must be vertical, without ledges. The design of the chimney of a wood-burning stove is often not suitable for the removal of gas combustion products.

The slope of the chimney is allowed, but not more than 30°, and provided that the cross-section of pipes on inclined sections is not less than the cross-section of pipes installed vertically

You can refurbish an old chimney by lining it. Upgrade options:

• Installation of a stainless steel pipe in the chimney duct. In this case, the diameter and height of the pipe should be selected according to the characteristics of the chimney duct. The gap between the walls of the chimney and the pipe is filled with non-flammable heat-insulating material such as expanded clay or foam glass.
• Application of FuranFlex technology. The method involves placing an elastic polymer tube inside the channel, which, under pressure, takes its shape and hardens. The protective layer serves to insulate, seal and internally protect the chimney.

If none of the chimney modification options work, you will have to install a new one. Depending on the location of the stove, two options for installing a chimney are possible: an external attached one or an internal one.

The influence of the characteristics of the chimney on the safety of heating is such that it will necessarily be checked by the Fire Inspection authorities with the subsequent issuance of a written certificate, without which the equipment will not be connected to gas networks.

comparison table

The following table, which shows the leading characteristics of the models considered, will help the buyer choose a gas burner for a can.

Rules for safe use

Gas burners on a canister operate with flammable mixtures and open fire, which is always associated with the risk of fire and thermal burns. In connection with this, even when using the simplest such device, it is necessary to strictly observe fire safety rules.

It is recommended to start using such a torch by studying the manufacturer’s instructions and then strictly follow them when performing soldering work.

When using the burner, do not allow the can to overheat due to its close location to an external source: fireplace, boiler, in the sun or near a fire. Heating the housing can lead to an explosion, which will damage the walls and can cause injury to others with sharp edges.

Professional reusable gas burners require special care, which is also specified in the manufacturer’s instructions. For example, in order to maintain the functionality of the burner, the power and length of the torch, the burner is packaged in a catalytic heating pad.

Advantages and disadvantages

A device for piezo ignition that creates a spark
Non-volatile gas units are characterized by efficiency and economical fuel consumption. The boilers provide automatic protection when the gas supply is stopped, the liquid pressure in the system decreases, or the draft is lost.

Advantages of non-volatile equipment

• high power;
• independence from the electrical network;
• durability and operational reliability;
• ease of use;
• possibility of quick repair;
• the likelihood of using a chimney from a previously dismantled solid fuel boiler or stove.

Restrictions for installing gas equipment relate to the choice of a separate room. For a dual-circuit system, additional space is required for the installation of a safety system, pump, and heating tank. The cost of installation increases due to weight and dimensions, assembly of control automation into the structure, and leveling of the base. A permit is required from the gas service.

Do-it-yourself refilling of mini-burner cans

Before starting the refilling process, make sure that the cylinder does not have any remaining gas mixture. It is turned over so that the valve is at the bottom and shaken.

Refilling process for mini burner:

1. Take ordinary scales and weigh the empty cylinder so that after the process is completed you can determine the exact amount of fuel mixture filled.
2. Connect the container to be filled with a propane cylinder using an adapter.
3. Close the valve on the adapter.
4. Open the valve on the can.
5. Gradually open the valve on the adapter, at this moment gas enters, squeezing the air out of the hose.
6. Monitor the filling process and, after completion, disassemble the circuit in the reverse order.
7. Disconnect the tourist cylinder.
8. Using the shaking method, the presence of gas is determined; the liquid in the vessel should flutter, which indicates the presence of a mandatory free space, which experts call a gas cap.
9. Check the valve for leaks with a soap solution. Verification by fire is strictly prohibited.

Boiler design without electricity

The gas boiler, independent of electricity, has:

• 2 gas burners – pilot and main;
• Combustion chamber - in such devices it is open for better traction;
• Automation;
• Boiler safety system - temperature sensor, backdraft valve (it is needed to regulate the operation of the chimney);
• Heat exchanger.

The system of a non-volatile gas boiler must have an open expansion tank, since when the coolant heats up, the liquid expands. And this is what promotes coolant circulation. But during expansion, excess is formed, which enters this tank.

Ignition in such gas boilers occurs using a piezoelectric element, which operates when a button is pressed. With its help, the pilot burner is ignited, and from it the main gas burner is ignited, thanks to which the heat exchanger is heated and the desired temperature of the liquid is maintained.

After some time, the gas does not flow and the burner goes out, after the heat exchanger has cooled down the process repeats.

What to do if it doesn't burn well

Often users of a gas burner on a can encounter a situation where the gas burner does not burn well. To avoid clogging of the burner nozzle, experts advise filling such devices only with purified fuel mixture used for filling lighters.

A common reason for the mini-burner to stop functioning is the ring in the nozzle falling out, after which the spark does not hit the ring, but flies in different directions, in which case ignition does not occur.

If the ring is lost during operation, it must be replaced by making it from ordinary copper wire.

Device using two needles

A miniature propane torch is made by hand from 2 needles. One needle can be taken from the pump and the other from the syringe. You will also need two droppers and a compressor from the aquarium. The device is connected to the canister for charging lighters. You will also need copper wire.

The temperature in such a burner reaches 1000 degrees. It is made in the following order:

• A hole is drilled in the middle of the larger needle, which should be slightly larger than the diameter of the smaller needle.
• The syringe needle is inserted into this hole so that it is a few mm deep. came out of the end of a larger needle.
• The joint is sealed using copper wire and subsequent soldering.
• On both opposite sides, the needles are connected to 2 droppers.
• The opposite end of one of the droppers is connected to a lighter cartridge.
• The end of the second dropper is attached to the compressor.
• All joints are tightly sealed.

The gas coming from the can is mixed in a thick needle with air coming from the compressor. The composition of the mixture is changed by regulators.

If there is no compressor, you can replace it with a plastic bottle:

• A hole is made in the bottom of the bottle and a nipple or spool is screwed into it.
• A hole is drilled in the bottle cap and the body of the syringe is inserted into it without a piston and needle.
• This place is sealed.
• The cap is screwed onto the bottle.
• The body of the syringe is connected to a system connected to a thin needle.
• Air is pumped into the bottle through the nipple.

The burner is ready for use.

Tips for choosing

To make the right purchase and not regret it after some time of use, we suggest using a few tips from experienced buyers and experts:

• The first step is to decide on the purpose of using the burner. It can be used for soldering pipes or cooking food on the go.
• Construction models are made in the shape of a pistol, since it is convenient to hold them with one hand and hold the material needed for work with the other.
• Pay attention to the dimensions of the structure if you take the burner with you on hikes.
• It is better to take a model with a maximum melting point.
• If you will be working with pipe soldering, then a model with a low operating temperature is sufficient.
• In order to cut and weld steel products, you should purchase a device with high power, which is sometimes called a welding lamp.
• Look at the gas consumption per minute, since this parameter will determine how long one cylinder will last and when you will have to install a second one.

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