Optimus Crux

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The Crux is a compressed fuel canister stove made by Optimus. It has an average rating of 4 stars (out of 5), based on 2 user reviews.

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From Campmor:
"Meet the Optimus Crux backpacking stove, the heavy duty lightweight. It's a 3.3 oz. camp stove engineered to hide away under a gas canister. This seemingly impossible feat is accomplished with a foldable burner neck and serrated pot supporters which are also designed to fold away for packing. It's hard to find a stove that's more compact and convenient than the Optimus Crux. Why carry more than needed? Compact foldable burner head. Innovative packaging under gas canister. Rating: Powerful 3000 W. Includes burner with valve, stuff bag and instructions. Burn time: Up to 60 minutes at high maximum output using a 220 g/ 8 oz. canister. Boil time: 34 fl oz.(1 L of water) Down to 3 minutes depending on climate, altitudes etc. Fuel LP-gas 75/30 butane/propane (not included). Size: 3.3 in. x 2.2 in. x 1.2 in. (when folded). Weight: 3.3 oz. (93 g )."

From Backcountry.com:
"The ridiculously tiny Optimus Crux Stove folds up to fit under a 220g butane canister and weighs only 3.3oz. When you need to go ultralight on your backcountry travels, this stove definitely needs to be with you. The Cruz Stove burns for 60 minutes going full blast with a 220g canister, and it boils a liter of water in only 3 minutes. When you decided to bring a tarp instead of a tent and pull the frame from your pack to save weight, you better have this Optimus stove on the gear list."

From Oregon Mountain Community:
"The heavy-duty lightweight. Meet the Optimus Crux , a ninety-three gram stove engineered to hide away under a gas canister. This seemingly impossible feat is accomplished with a foldable burner neck and serrated pot supports which are also designed to fold away for packing. It's hard to find a stove that's more compact and convenient than the Optimus Crux, and despite its size, the power of the Optimus Crux is right up there with the big boys at 3000W. Why carry more than needed? All you'd ever need for a dinner date with Mother Nature is right here. Advantages: Burn timeUp to 60 minutes at high maximum output (220 g canister) Boil time (1 L of water)Down to 3 minutes depending on climate, altitude etc. Included in packageIncludes burner with valve and stuff bag INNOVATIVE PACKING under gas canister Fuel-Efficient Light and compact Specifications: Dimensions: 84x57x31 mm-Folded Fuel Type: LP-gas 70/30 butane/propane Weight: 93 g"

From Moosejaw:
"Free Shipping. Optimus Crux Stove (Fall 2009) Meet the Optimus Crux Stove by Katadyn, a ninety-three gram stove engineered to hide away under a gas canister. This seemingly impossible feat is accomplished with a foldable burner neck and serrated pot supports which are also designed to fold away for packing. It's hard to find a stove that's more compact and convenient than the Optimus Crux, and despite its size, the power of the Optimus Crux is right up there with the big boys at 3000W. Why carry more than needed? All you'd ever need for a dinner date with Mother Nature is right here.Features:Fuel: LP-gas 70/30 butane/propane Weight: 93 g Measurement folded: 84x57x31 mm Rating: 3000 W Burn time: Up to 60 minutes at high maximum output (220 g canister) Boil time (1 L of water): Down to 3 minutes depending on climate, altitude etc. Included in package: Includes burner with valve and stuff bag (fuel bottle not included)"

User Reviews

Crux
Reviewed by stormking, Dec 15, 2007

"The five main things I like about this stove is: 1. 12,000 BTU's, 2. The way it folds down & fits into the bottom of your fuel canister, 3. Very lightweight, 4. Constructed of high quality components for durability and longevity, 5. Fuel efficient. Uses 5g of fuel to bring 8oz of water to boil. If you're a stove nut like me, this is a must have for your collection."

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Crux
Reviewed by vlabella, Sep 14, 2007