Everything you need to know when using gas canisters

This is where you will find most of the information about our gas cylinders and background knowledge to brag about.

Gas school

We have put together a video guide that explains the most important topics and questions about our gas cartridges.Gas School - Primus Equipment

Different fuels and their energy values

There are many different types of fuel available for camp stoves, but what is the difference? The table below helps to rank the most popular fuels available on the market by highlighting how much energy each emits. Heat kcal/kg = the amount of energy

How much gas do I need on my trip?

Not in the mood for reading? Click here for the video. The overview applies to a single stove and one person, cooking an average amount of freeze-dried food including coffee and tea breaks. For two people and a single burner stove, increase comsumpti

Can I turn the fuel canister/bottle upside down?

When you turn the fuel canister/bottle upside down on a stove designed for inverted use, you're allowing liquid fuel to flow into the stove. Liquid fuel has a much higher density than gaseous fuel (about 250 times higher). This means there's a lot mo

What happens if I invert the canister/bottle before preheating?

If you invert the canister/bottle before the stove is hot, liquid fuel will flow directly to the burner. Because it hasn't been vaporized, it will ignite and create a large, uncontrolled yellow flame. This can be dangerous and inefficient. Furthermor

Why invert the canister/bottle at all?

Inverting the canister/bottle allows you to use the last bit of fuel, especially in cold conditions where the pressure might be too low for the stove to operate effectively with the fuel source upright. However, it's crucial to remember that this sho