Folding Firebox Boil Test Using Wood Pellets

In this video I do a boil test with the Firebox I got from Steve over at Firebox Industries. In this test I'm using wood pellets as the fuel.

You can find more info on the Firebox at the following link:
http://foldingfirebox.com/


Thank you for watching my video,
Hiram

Lab0232

Title: Folding Firebox Boil Test Using Wood Pellets
Outdoor temp: 30°
Humidity: NA
Weather condition: Cloudy - Windy
Burner: NA
Stove/Pot stand: Firebox Pot Stand setup for using the small Trangia burner.
Pot: GSI Cup
Fuel: wood pellets
Amount of fuel: 1 cup
Amount of water: 2 cup(s)
Water temp at start: 49°
Time to boil: 7 minute(s) 58 second(s)
Time to run-out: NA
Note: In this test the boiler plate was used

NA = Not Applicable / Not Available

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[fireboxstove]

Thanks for a great test. That was a good Idea to put wire mesh on the Fire grate. Another option is available, the ash pan can be slipped upside down directly underneath the Fire grate, held in place by dimples in the side plates, doing this completely blocks the holes in the Fire grate. Once the wood pellets are in place, you can remove the ash pan and the pellets generally stay in place. Then you can slide the ash pan back into it's regular position and light your fire.

[hiramcook]

I tried the way you did but my wood pellets fell through when I took the tray away. Maybe because I didn't pack the pellets in tight. But then the way I did it gave to much air to the pellets and caused the run-away flames. I'll have to try some more ideas.

[Christopher711]

A nice , roaring fire. Very impressive.

[hiramcook]

That was because of the breeze. I have to work on that.

[campfire52]

Very interesting stove, I am considering buying one of these. I am looking forward to more of your testing in order to get an idea on what they can do. Thank you so much, I love watching your videos. Is charcoal briquetts another possible fuel source for this stove?? They are light and easy to transport and easy to obtain. Just a thought. Thanks

[hiramcook]

I don't see why they wouldn't work. Sounds like an idea for another test. Thanks.

[MrBushLife]

Good fun..sounds like someone called the FireDept in the back ground..lol

3:29 Good Test. Thumbs up.

[Christopher711]

@hiramcook You owe me no explanation. I am very impressed that the fire got that high. Good job !

[fireboxstove]

You could try leaving the tray in the blocking position during the burn, or mixing the pellets with wood shavings, that stabilizes the pellets and blocks some air flow, or possibly not leaving the air hole in the center.????? I have completely filled the burn chamber with wood pellets and that's probably why mine stayed in place, all that weight pushing down, yours was only one cup, that makes sense, the wire mesh was probably the best way to use small amounts of wood pellets.

[fireboxstove]

Hello this is Steve from FIREBOX, I did a video where i use a mix of wood pellets and wood shavings, Just thought some people may be interested. If so click on my link directly beneath this comment.

[hiramcook]

The stove weighs about 2 pounds.

[hiramcook]

I put the coals out at about 18 minutes because it was getting really windy. They probably could have lasted a while yet. On the other hand if it hadn't got so windy, even with the shield, it could have lasted much longer. I should time it sometime.