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Questions about LOFI.
Everything people ask about the LOFI Stove 2.0, from what it burns to how long your power bank lasts.
The stove
What is the LOFI Stove 2.0?
A titanium wood burning stove with a small fan in the base. You burn twigs, bark, pine cones or wood pellets, and the fan, run from your phone or a power bank, feeds the fire with air so it burns hot and clean. See the stove.
How much does it weigh?
The stove and the USB-C speed controller weigh 150g together.
Does it pack inside a pot?
Yes. The stove packs inside the 820ml LOFI Pot, and the Cup, Big Cup and Stash tin nest with it too.
What comes in the box?
The stove, with the fan and electronics in the base and the ember guard on top, the USB-C speed controller, and a mesh carry bag that keeps the soot off everything else in your pack.
Where is it made?
In the LOFI workshop in Cardigan, West Wales. Jonny designed the tooling himself, much of it 3D printed, and presses, rivets and marks every stove by hand. About LOFI.
Fuel and fire
What can I burn in it?
Anything small and dry: twigs, bark, pine cones and wood pellets are the everyday fuel. LOFI has burn-tested much stranger things too.
Does it work with damp wood?
The fan pushes air up through the fire, so even damp twigs keep burning. When everything outside is soaked, carry a handful of wood pellets.
How fast does it boil?
About 4 minutes 20 seconds to a boil with the fan turned up. Boil times depend on how much water, the fuel, wind and the weather.
Does it work at altitude and in the cold?
Yes. The fan feeds the fire with air, so it doesn’t rely on canister pressure. Jonny boiled 500ml in about 4 minutes on wood pellets at 3,100m in the Swiss Alps. Read about the test.
Will it scorch the ground?
The airflow keeps the base cool while the fire burns, which helps protect the ground underneath. Always use it on a stable, non-flammable surface.
What does the ember guard do?
It sits on the rim and catches stray sparks and embers when your pot is in place. It also shields the fire from wind and directs heat up into the pot.
How do I put it out?
Let the fuel burn down and keep the fan running until the fire is completely out.
Can I use it where fires are banned?
A wood stove is a fire, so follow local rules. Some places ban fires in dry weather or altogether. Use dead, fallen wood, keep the fire small and make sure it’s out before you go.
Power and the fan
What powers the fan?
A USB power bank, a phone with reverse charging, or even a small solar panel. The speed controller plugs into the side of the stove with USB-C.
How long will my power bank last?
The fan draws between 50 and 350mA depending on where you set the dial. That’s about 25 to 150 hours of fire on a 10,000mAh power bank, and 1% of a phone battery boils up to 2 cups of water.
Will my old USB-A power bank work?
Yes, with the USB-A adapter.
How do I control the heat?
Turn the dial on the speed controller, from a gentle simmer to a rolling boil.
Repairs and warranty
What if something breaks?
Every LOFI product has a one year warranty, and repairs in that year are free. After that, every part is sold separately. Returns, warranty and repairs.
Can I repair it myself?
Yes. Twist the base anticlockwise to take it off and reach the fan and electronics. A new fan comes with the pulling tool you need to fit it, and you can buy a new speed controller if you lose the cable. Manuals and repair videos.
Orders and returns
Can I return it?
Yes. Change your mind within 30 days and you can return unused items in their original packaging.
Is it in stock?
Stoves are made by hand in the workshop in Cardigan, and the stock shown on the stove page is always up to date.
How do I get in touch?
Email hello@lofi.com about anything: orders, repairs or questions about the stove.
Still got a question?
Have a look at the glossary for the words wood stove people use, see how LOFI compares with other stoves, or email hello@lofi.com.