Portable Compact Indoor / Outdoor Natural Gas Propane Space Heater 3,800 BTU
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- Last seen at $109.95 at Westfield Retailers on Nov 9.
Our take on the Portable Compact Indoor / Outdoor Natural Gas Propane Space Heater 3,800 BTU
A small ventless space heater that runs on a 1 lb propane cylinder and puts out 3,800 BTU, enough to take the chill off a tent, ice-fishing shelter or small enclosed space up to about 95 square feet. It connects straight to the cylinder with no hose or regulator, and it shuts off automatically if it tips over or oxygen drops. Output is modest next to buddy-style heaters in the 4,000 to 9,000 BTU class, so it warms a person and a small space rather than a room. It is a spot heater for campers, anglers and emergency backup, not a substitute for a home furnace.
- Screws directly onto a 1 lb propane cylinder
- Oxygen Depletion Sensor shuts the unit off in low oxygen
- Tip-over switch cuts the gas if it is knocked over
- Compact and light enough to carry in a pack
- No electricity or battery needed
- 3,800 BTU is low; it warms a small space, not a room
- 1 lb cylinders run out quickly and add up over a season
- Ventless combustion adds moisture and needs ventilation
- Little to no fan, so heat is mostly radiant and local
Portable Compact Indoor / Outdoor Natural Gas Propane Space Heater 3,800 BTU prices at every store
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$109.95Checked Nov 9
About the Portable Compact Indoor / Outdoor Natural Gas Propane Space Heater 3,800 BTU
This portable propane space heater puts out 3,800 BTU. It is made for heating small enclosed spaces such as tents, and it connects directly to a 1 lb propane cylinder.
It does not use electricity or an open flame. A built-in piezo ignition with push-button start lights it, and a single control gas valve adjusts it. The head has a 45° heating angle that directs warmth in one direction. A heavy-duty wire guard covers the front, and a sturdy handle makes it easy to carry.
An Oxygen Depletion Sensor and a tip-over safety feature shut the heater off automatically when the gas runs out or the unit is knocked over. The body is plastic and steel, and an 8 in. diameter stand keeps its footprint small.
- Heat output
- 3,800 BTU
- Wattage
- 1113 Watts
- Area heated
- 100 sq. ft. (tents up to 95 sq. ft.)
- Run time
- 5.6 hrs.
- Fuel
- Propane, 1 lb disposable cylinder (not included)
- Tank capacity
- 16.4 oz.
- Ignition
- Piezo, push-button start
- Safety
- Oxygen Depletion Sensor, tip-over shutoff, heavy-duty wire guard
- Certification
- CSA certified
- Material
- Plastic, steel
- Dimensions
- 12.30 x 10.40 x 9.90 in. (L x W x H), assembled
- Stand
- 8 in. diameter
- Weight
- 5.9 lbs
- Max elevation
- 7000 ft
- Availability
- Not for sale in MA and Canada
- In the box
- 1 x propane heater
Questions and answers
- How much space will 3,800 BTU heat?
- About 95 square feet of small enclosed space, such as a tent or ice shelter. It takes the edge off rather than heating a room.
- Does it need electricity?
- No. It runs on a 1 lb propane cylinder with no cord, battery or fan, so it works where there is no power.
- Is it safe to use indoors?
- It is ventless and has an Oxygen Depletion Sensor and tip-over shutoff, but any ventless heater needs fresh air. Use it only in a ventilated space and never while you sleep.
- What fuel does it take?
- Propane in a 1 lb disposable cylinder that threads directly onto the unit. No hose or separate regulator is needed.
- How long does a 1 lb cylinder last?
- Roughly a few hours at full output, since a 1 lb cylinder holds about 21,600 BTU. Expect to carry spare cylinders for a full day out.
- Can I use it with a larger propane tank?
- Only with a separate hose and regulator rated for the tank, which is not included. The heater is built for 1 lb cylinders.
- Where is the Portable Compact Indoor / Outdoor Natural Gas Propane Space Heater 3,800 BTU cheapest?
- At Westfield Retailers, for $109.95, as of our latest check.
