🔥The infrared heater reaches temperatures of over 500 degrees, making it highly effective.
⚙️The heater is easy to build and requires basic materials such as a Dutch oven and a heat exhaust pipe.
💨The heat powered fan attached to the top of the heater helps distribute the heat evenly.
🌡️The heater uses a sand battery to retain heat even when the heater is turned off.
💰Upgrading to a larger base pot, such as a 20-gallon boiling pot, can improve the heater's performance.
What materials are needed to build the infrared heater?
—To build the infrared heater, you will need a Dutch oven, a heat exhaust pipe, sand, carbon felt, and stainless steel mesh.
Does the heater require any special fuel?
—No, the heater burns clean fuel such as rubbing alcohol.
What is the maximum temperature the heater can reach?
—The heater can reach temperatures of over 500 degrees.
How long does the heat retention last?
—The sand battery in the heater helps retain heat even when the heater is turned off.
Can the heater be upgraded for better performance?
—Yes, upgrading to a larger base pot, such as a 20-gallon boiling pot, can improve the heater's performance.
00:00Introduction to the infrared heater and heat powered fan attachment.
01:17Building the structure of the infrared heater using a Dutch oven and a heat exhaust pipe.
02:47Filling the bottom portion of the Dutch oven with sand to create a sand battery for heat retention.
03:59Preparing the outer can and the inner can to create the fuel refill system.
05:52Filling the inner can with rubbing alcohol and igniting the heater for a test.
