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Best Solar Cooker? Cantinawest's "Solar Burner"

  Which is the best solar cooker?

To help you decide which is the best solar cooker,I would like to note my likes and dislikes of the "Solar Burner"; taking into consideration that this is the only parabolic among the solar cookers that I own and have reviewed.Parabolic Solar Cooker, Solar Burner
Some of the things I like about the "Solar Burner" are:

  • Its cost is very reasonable, considering its size and material make up as well as its productiveness and utility.

  • I like the fact that it is not too heavy, allowing for relative mobility and ease of use.

  • I like the ease with which the parabolic can be adjusted for elevation (up/down) and also side to side tracking of the sun. The parabolic turns/swivels from side to side on its base and also has a manually adjusted leveling/elevation arm which is easily operated with a circular crank handle.

  • I like the sturdiness of the materials used in the construction of the cooker which uses light, molded steel panels, pipes and braces.

    •   Note: The Solar Burner is manufactured overseas,where most solar cookers/parabolics are, thus the "finish" and "detail" quality are not quite as fine or, to standard, as can be found in US or European manufacturing plants. This does not affect the effectiveness or capacity of the cooker, but rather more so the "aesthetic" aspects.

  • I like the fact that it is just heavy and stable enough that most winds cannot move or tip the cooker. Also it is sturdy enough that quite large size pots can be used to cook, boil and fry on it.
    • (* Care should be taken to make sure the parabolic is on level and even ground and that the "burner plate" is level before placing any pot for cooking)

    Spanish Paella Cooked on Solar Burners





    • I like how quickly the parabolic can heat up a pan of water or cooking oil etc.
    On a bright day it takes less than ten minutes to boil two cupsof water. (Paper will ignite in two seconds under its focused energy)

    (I guess if it was collapsible then it might be even easier to transport, but it would probably be much more expensive.)See our portable high quality French made parabolic solar cooker

    Some Quick Statistics

  • Shallow Parabola
  • Focus length 60 cm. (23.62 inches)
  • 1500 watts power on sunny day
  • Focus area 1.5 square meters (16.15 sq ft)
  • Focal spot temp 824 F.+- (440.56 C)
  • Diameter 1.5 meters across (4.92 ft)

    Do these pluses and benefits make the "Solar Burner" the best all around solar cooker on the market?

    tips and ideas on how to get the most out of your solar cookers

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      Some things that I don't much care for about the "Solar Burner".

    • It is not a solar cooker that can be used easily for baking and simmering, since it is so much hotter and has no enclosure like an oven.

    • It is very bright to work around, thus it is best operated while using sun glasses to protect your vision.

    • Due to its size (larger diameter) it can be slightly challenging for shorter people to lean over the edge of the parabolic a bit to reach the pot…according to my wife.
    (My kids use the Solar Burner also with out much problem, but yes, stretching can be a little inconvenient for shorter people)

    • I dislike the fact that with this style of solar cooker, the reflective panels get splattered on more often when frying and boiling if one is not careful, more so than with ovens or panel cookers.
    (This is easily remedied though by cleaning up the splatters right away or right after cooking, and then it does not stick permanently)
    * Note: much of the splattering and dripping can be avoided if one uses deeper pans and lids whenever possible.

    • I would prefer polished aluminum for the reflector panels instead of the adhesive mylar sheets applied to the metal panels, since polished aluminum is more durable and its shine is longer lasting than mylar.
    (Polished aluminum reflectors would of course make the cooker more expensive and a bit heavier.Mylar wears out with much use and cleaning, but of course it is much less expensive than the aluminum. And adhesive mylar can be used to repair and replace worn areas of the panels at minimal cost.)

    • A parabolic is a little bit more involved in its use and requires more attention and care than a solar oven or panel cooker.
    • Care has to be taken when children are around it or allowed to use it.
    (Our children, ranging in age from 12-19 years, have learned how to use the "Solar Burner" quite well and are quite responsible around it)





    Basic information, tips and suggestions for the Solar Burner Parabolic



    After all that has been said; for the price, and considering the many uses and benefits that the "Solar Burner" offers, I have been very satisfied with my little parabolic solar cooker and will continue to use it every day the sun is shinning.

    If this sounds like a solar cooker that would serve your purposes you can order direct from our site...
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  • one (1)Parabolic Cooker (includes stand)

    • Your cost is only $170.00 which includes shipping and handling to any destination within the continental United States.
    (The "Solar Burner" comes un-assembled, large box shipped by UPS ground)



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    See also:Compact Pressure Cookers for our Parabolic Solar Cookers





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