Esbit 1300-Degree Smokeless Solid Fuel Tablets for Backpacking, Camping, Emergency Prep, and Hobby, 5 Gram, 16 Pieces

May 29, 2017 - Comment
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(as of 6 April 2020 17:20 GMT+0100 - Details)

Esbit Solid Fuel Tablets are the original German-made solid fuel tablets. The imitations will not perform the same. Available in 14-gram, 5-gram, and 4-gram sizes, Esbit fuel tablets are virtually smokeless and odorless. The 14-gram tablets are ideal for backpacking, camping, as well as home and auto emergency kits. Use 14-gram Esbit tablets with Esbit stoves, makeshift camp stoves or as a substitute for alcohol in alcohol burning stoves. Esbit 14-gram solid fuel tablets burn about 12 minutes each and up to 1300°F (760°C) with each tablet able to boil 500 ml of water in about 8 minutes. Esbit 5-gram solid fuel tablets burn approximately 7 minutes and Esbit 4-gram tablets burn approximately 5 minutes; both the 4-gram and 5-gram sizes are ideal for hobby applications such as Wilesco engines, steam-launch boats, and hobby trains. The 14-gram and 5-gram sizes are individually packed in waterproof packaging, giving them a 10+ year shelf-life and making them excellent survival or emergency essentials. Extra fuel tablets can also be stored inside a stove to conserve space. All Esbit Solid Fuel Tablets work at high altitudes and sub-zero temperatures, are smokeless and have almost no combustion residue. Esbit solid fuel tablets light easily with a sustained flame, can be snuffed out, and if kept dry, will relight when needed again. They work equally well for the solo hiker, camper or hobbyist. Made in Germany; 2-year manufacturer’s warranty.

Product Features

  • Virtually smokeless and residue-free solid fuel tablets; 5-gram size great for hobby and ideal for use with Esbit Coffee Maker
  • Contains 16 individually wrapped fuel tablets; can be stored for 10+ years; each 5-gram tablet burns approximately 7 minutes and up to 1300°F
  • Available in 14-gram, 5-gram, and 4-gram sizes (sold separately): 14-gram is best for boiling water and cooking; 4-gram and 5-gram best for hobby use
  • Works at high altitudes and sub-zero temperatures; ignites with match or lighter
  • Tablets are individually packed in waterproof packaging; can be stored for 10+ years

Comments

Amazon Customer says:

Oops I didn’t notice the tablet size when I ordered (20 Pieces Each 4g ) My fault. Just be aware that some packages offered have tabs that are 4 gr each, not the more common 1/2 oz size. I suppose there will be a convenience factor in using these tiny tabs if there is only a small amount of heating to be done. I really like the product, but the cost/gr is a lot higher with this packaging. Off to my favorite outdoor store to get some grown-up sized Esbit (about the same price, but you get 6oz worth).

Dugan says:

These are the way to go for hiking! fuel is compact and the fuel & stove are light and small. Used these on a 7day/73 mile hike this summer with 6 adults. 

M. Ross says:

Reliable Fire, Anywhere This review is for the Esbit fuel tablets in the 14 gram size. Developed in 1936 in Germany, these fuel tabs are made of hexamine and are in solid form. They have been used in purpose-specific pocket stoves for decades, in WWII, as part of humanitarian packets worldwide, and for years as part of NATO troops’ standard kit. I use these primarily for the Esbit pocket stove but they also make for excellent fire starters, especially in adverse conditions. Amazon has proven a reliable source for…

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