Bio Ethanol Fuel for Bioethanol Fireplaces
Bioethanol is the fuel used in a bioethanol fire, just as wood is used in a wood stove. Bio ethanol fuel is a liquid that is filled into the burner of the ethanol fireplace and is ignited to create flames. So without bioethanol fuel a bio fireplace would not be very functional.
Bioethanol fuel, as the name suggests, is a form of ethanol produced by the fermentation of sugars and starches found in many biological materials. Bio ethanol fuel for use in bio ethanol fires is most often produced from potatoes, corn, and sugar canes.
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What Exactly is Bioethanol Fuel?
Bioethanol fuel is ethanol produced exclusively from biomass or from biodegradable waste. Some are produced exclusively from plant waste such as wood, straw, or whole plants. In such a case the ethanol is also called "cellulose ethanol". More about this later.
It was first used in the 1970s when an oil price crisis occurred. The result of this crisis was that the oil price rose sharply and oil became unaffordable or economically unviable for many people. At that time, it was rediscovered as a fuel. It also helped recycle surplus agricultural products during this period.
The bio ethanol fuel can be used for both indoor and outdoor bio ethanol fires at your home or restaurant etc. If you want you can make your bioethanol fuel scented - but be aware that it needs to be placed around the burner, as you will otherwise get a bad smell from the bioethanol fuel.
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Which Bioethanol Should I Choose for my Bio Ethanol Fireplace?
When choosing bioethanol fuel for your bioethanol fireplace, consider the purity of the fuel. Look for bioethanol fuel that has an alcohol percentage between 95 and 97.5%. Higher purity fuel burns more cleanly, providing better flame quality and reducing odors and residue.
Always choose bioethanol fuel that is certified for use in fireplaces and meets safety standards. This ensures a safe and efficient burn.
Should you have any questions, you're always more than welcome contacting our expert staff for advise.
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Why Not Use a Bioethanol Fuel with 100% Alcohol?
That is, of course, a very good question. Wouldn't a bio ethanol fuel with 100% alcohol content be the best and cleanest one? There is some truth to this, however, bioethanol fuel with 100% alcohol percentage also burns faster, hotter, and with a larger flame than bioethanol with, for example, 96.6% alcohol percentage. Not all bio ethanol fires are built to withstand these conditions.
NOTE: It is indeed rare that a bio fireplace is made to use bioethanol with 100% alcohol contents.
So, even though all bioethanol is alcoholic, not all bioethanol is meant to be used in your biofuel fireplace. Therefore, always check what alcohol percentage is recommended for your bioethanol fire in the manual.
