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They're typically constructed from a discarded [[tin can]] of any size by removing the top of the can, punching a number of holes near the upper edge, and punching |
They're typically constructed from a discarded [[tin can]] of any size by removing the top of the can, punching a number of holes near the upper edge, and punching holes in the bottom. Fuel is placed in the can and ignited. [[Convection]] draws air in through the bottom orifices and expels smoke from the top holes. Improved heating is encouraged by placing the bottom holes facing the wind. Food preparation is often performed on the top of the stove on a cooking surface that also acts as a lid, however many variations exist where cooking is performed on the inverted base of the can. |
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The main benefit of the hobo stove is its ease of construction and versatility. The stove itself can be constructed out of a variety of materials; paint cans, food tins, [[bucket]]s, and large drums being most often put to that purpose. Further flexibility lies in the fact that anything combustible can be used as a fuel source. The hobo stove is able to use many fuels but most common is either dry twigs or a [[Buddy Burner]] which allows burning of liquid fuels such as [[isopropyl alcohol|rubbing alcohol]], melted wax or kerosene. |
The main benefit of the hobo stove is its ease of construction and versatility. The stove itself can be constructed out of a variety of materials; paint cans, food tins, [[bucket]]s, and large drums being most often put to that purpose. Further flexibility lies in the fact that anything combustible can be used as a fuel source. The hobo stove is able to use many fuels but most common is either dry twigs or a [[Buddy Burner]] which allows burning of liquid fuels such as [[isopropyl alcohol|rubbing alcohol]], melted wax or kerosene. |
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Revision as of 20:25, 28 January 2012
A hobo stove is a style of improvised heat-producing and cooking device used in survival situations[1], by backpackers, hobos, tramps and homeless people. Hobo stoves can be functional to boil water for purification purposes during a power outage and in other survival situations,[1] and can be used for outdoor cooking.
Construction and uses
They're typically constructed from a discarded tin can of any size by removing the top of the can, punching a number of holes near the upper edge, and punching holes in the bottom. Fuel is placed in the can and ignited. Convection draws air in through the bottom orifices and expels smoke from the top holes. Improved heating is encouraged by placing the bottom holes facing the wind. Food preparation is often performed on the top of the stove on a cooking surface that also acts as a lid, however many variations exist where cooking is performed on the inverted base of the can.
The main benefit of the hobo stove is its ease of construction and versatility. The stove itself can be constructed out of a variety of materials; paint cans, food tins, buckets, and large drums being most often put to that purpose. Further flexibility lies in the fact that anything combustible can be used as a fuel source. The hobo stove is able to use many fuels but most common is either dry twigs or a Buddy Burner which allows burning of liquid fuels such as rubbing alcohol, melted wax or kerosene.
History
The hobo stove was commonly used during America's Great Depression.
See also
References
- ^ a b "Hobo Stove - Urban Survival." Practicalsurvivor.com. Accessed August 2011.