The Iwatani ZM-8M stove is a portable mini cassette gas stove primarily designed for use in ordinary outdoor environments and for tabletop cooking.
Key Features & Specifications
Type: Portable Mini Cassette Gas Stove (sometimes referred to as a mini furnace).
Fuel Type: It uses Butane fuel canisters (standard 8oz canisters are typically used with Iwatani stoves).
Power Output: It has a product power of 1800W.
Ignition: Features Electronic Ignition (often a piezoelectric igniter) for easy startup.
Design:
It has an all-in-one stove body structure.
It's noted for being lightweight and portable, making it suitable for camping or travel.
The body is often described as bright paint steel, which is shock-resistant, drop-resistant, and easy to clean.
Safety: It includes a safety gas cutoff function (or safety shut-off mechanism) to ensure safe use.
Dimensions: Approximately 279 x 186 x 94 mm} (length x width x height).
Weight: Approximately 1 KG (or 970g).
Burn Time: The maximum burning time is stated to be about 120 minutes per 250g canister at maximum firepower.
Primary Use
The compact size and design make the ZM-8M a good option for:
Camping and Outdoor Cooking: Its portability and relatively light weight are ideal for travel.
Indoor/Tabletop Cooking: It is often used for things like hot pot at the dining table.
Emergency Stove: A reliable heat source during power outages.