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Simple "side jet design" alcohol stove I built out of a couple of pop cans. It has an inner wall and an open top which lets it preheat itself, allowing the fuel to heat up and vaporize. Once it gets hot enough, you simply cover the middle hole by setting a pot on top of it, then just let it burn until the water boils. It's not an exact science, but ultralight backpackers and hikers love them for doing simple chores like boiling water. They're cheap to make and easy to use, plus you can find the fuel pretty much anywhere. I use HEET, which is less than $2.00 a bottle at most gas stations, dept stores, and even some grocery stores. However, you can use denatured alcohol as well. DO NOT use rubbing alcohol.
Simple "side jet design" alcohol stove I built out of a couple of pop cans. It has an inner wall and an open top which lets it preheat itself, allowing the fuel to heat up and vaporize. Once it gets hot enough, you simply cover the middle hole by setting a pot on top of it, then just let it burn until the water boils. It's not an exact science, but ultralight backpackers and hikers love them for doing simple chores like boiling water. They're cheap to make and easy to use, plus you can find the fuel pretty much anywhere. I use HEET, which is less than $2.00 a bottle at most gas stations, dept stores, and even some grocery stores. However, you can use denatured alcohol as well. DO NOT use rubbing alcohol.
