How does the fuel consumption of the ThermoJet MicroLite compare to petroleum fueled stoves?
Fuel consumption of a stove can be an important consideration, especially for an extended trek. The ThermoJet MicroLite has several advantages over petroleum fuel stoves. The ThermoJet MicroLite can boil two cups of water with 1/2 fluid ounce of fuel and cook an average backpacking meal with about one fluid ounce. This is comparable to the fuel consumption of liquid gas and canister stoves. Because of the wide availability of alcohol, you can replenish your fuel supply at even the most remote outposts. This means you can carry less fuel with you. Also, the actual weight of your fuel must include the container. Alcohol can be carried in lightweight plastic containers, even collapsible bladders, instead of heavy metal containers required for petroleum fuels. Finally, alcohol fuel bottles can be filled completely, with no need to provide an air space. This makes them significantly smaller than petroleum fuel bottles of the same capacity.
