Foldable Stainless Steel Wood-Burning Camp Stove with Grill Grate And Ash Tray
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A Compact, Fuel-Canister-Free Cooking Stove for Camping, Bushcraft and Emergency Ranges

This foldable stainless steel wood-burning camp stove turns dry twigs, small branches and split wood into a stable outdoor cooking fire without requiring a gas cylinder.

The box-shaped fire chamber shields the flame from moderate wind while directing heat toward the removable top grate. A front fuel door allows users to add short pieces of wood without lifting the cookware. Beneath the fuel grate, a removable ash tray collects loose ash and helps maintain an air gap below the fire.

The reference compact configuration measures approximately 5.9 × 5.5 × 8.3 inches when assembled and folds to about 1.5 inches thick. At approximately 2 lb, it is substantially more portable than a conventional cast-iron stove, although it should be positioned as a durable compact camp stove rather than an ultralight titanium backpacking product.

Available from INTECAMP for wholesale, OEM and private-label outdoor cooking programs.

Product Highlights

  • Foldable stainless steel firebox

  • Approximately 1.5-inch folded thickness

  • Reference net weight of approximately 2 lb / 0.91kg

  • Removable 304 stainless steel grill grate

  • Separate internal fuel support grate

  • Removable ash-collection tray

  • Front-opening fuel-feed door

  • Lower air-inlet openings for natural combustion

  • Enclosed box structure for improved flame protection

  • Suitable for dry wood, twigs and small branches

  • No pressurized gas cylinder required

  • Flat-pack design for compact retail storage

  • Reusable carry bag included

  • Tool-free setup

  • OEM logo, material, size and packaging options

  • Suitable for camping, bushcraft, fishing and emergency-preparedness ranges

What Is This Stove Designed to Do?

This is a compact solid-fuel cooking stove. It is designed to concentrate a small wood fire beneath a kettle, pot, frying pan or removable grill grate.

It can be used for:

  • Boiling water

  • Heating soup and canned food

  • Cooking with a small camping pot

  • Frying with suitable compact cookware

  • Grilling meat and vegetables

  • Heating coffee or tea

  • Preparing simple meals during power outages

  • Outdoor bushcraft and survival cooking

It is not a tent heater, indoor wood stove or large family barbecue. The compact grate is better suited to one pot or a small quantity of food than to full-size cookware.

That positioning gives retailers a more accurate product story and reduces the risk of customers expecting the capacity of a full-size campfire grill.

Fold-Flat Stainless Steel Construction

The stove uses hinged stainless steel panels that open to create a rigid rectangular fire chamber. After use, the panels fold together into a flat package that fits inside the supplied storage bag.

Unlike stoves assembled from several loose plates, the hinged construction keeps the main body components connected. This reduces the number of parts that can be misplaced at a campsite and makes setup easier for first-time users.

The folding format also benefits importers and retailers:

  • Reduced shelf depth

  • More efficient master-carton packing

  • Lower storage volume than a fixed firebox

  • Easier parcel shipment

  • Compact presentation for outdoor retail displays

  • Convenient inclusion in camping cookware bundles

  • Fewer loose structural panels in the package

The final hinge design should be tested after repeated high-temperature cycles. Stainless steel expands during heating, so hinge clearance must remain sufficient after the firebox has been used and cooled several times.

Stainless Steel Body and 304 Stainless Steel Grill Grate

The reference construction combines a stainless steel stove body with a removable 304 stainless steel cooking grate.

Using different stainless steel grades for the body and cooking surface allows buyers to balance heat performance, corrosion resistance and retail cost.

Standard Body Configuration

A 430 stainless steel body is suitable for many price-sensitive camping stove programs. It offers good heat resistance and a clean metallic appearance, but it is less corrosion-resistant than 304 stainless steel in wet or salty environments.

304 Stainless Steel Grill Grate

The cooking grate can be produced from 304 stainless steel for better corrosion resistance and easier cleaning. The material grade, wire diameter, weld quality and food-contact testing should be confirmed in the final product specification.

Full 304 Stainless Steel Upgrade

For marine, premium outdoor or high-humidity markets, an all-304 body can be discussed as an OEM upgrade. This affects material cost, weight and minimum order requirements.

The phrase “all 304 stainless steel” should only be used when the body panels, hinges, tray, internal supports and cooking grate have all been verified against the approved bill of materials.

Removable Grill Grate

The top grill grate creates a stable cooking surface across the fire chamber. Users can place suitable cookware on the grate or cook food directly over the flame.

The mesh structure allows heat and flame to reach the cooking surface while supporting smaller food items more effectively than widely spaced pot-support arms.

It is suitable for:

  • Small camping kettles

  • Coffee pots

  • Compact saucepans

  • Frying pans with stable bases

  • Burgers

  • Sausages

  • Sliced vegetables

  • Fish portions

  • Skewers positioned across the grate

Cookware must remain balanced within the grate area. Oversized pans can make the stove unstable, especially when the fuel door is open or the ground is uneven.

For wholesale projects, the grate specification can be customized through:

  • Wire diameter

  • Mesh opening

  • Edge-frame thickness

  • Surface dimensions

  • Handle design

  • Welding method

  • 304 or other buyer-approved stainless grade

  • Maximum cookware load

  • Food-contact testing requirements

The maximum safe cookware weight should be established by testing the approved production model rather than estimated from appearance.

Front Fuel-Feed Door

The front opening allows short pieces of wood to be added while a pot remains on top of the stove.

This solves a common problem with compact top-loading wood stoves: users do not need to remove a hot kettle every time the fire requires more fuel.

The hinged door also provides access for:

  • Initial fire lighting

  • Fuel positioning

  • Airflow adjustment

  • Removing unburned pieces after cooling

  • Cleaning the internal chamber

The door can be left partially open when additional combustion air is required. However, an open door may allow sparks, embers or hot ash to escape. It should never be used as a shelf for fuel or cookware.

A ring latch or other mechanical closure keeps the door secured when the stove is folded for transport.

Internal Fuel Grate and Lower Air Supply

Wood rests on an internal stainless steel support grate rather than directly on the bottom panel.

This creates a space beneath the fuel where air can enter through the lower ventilation holes. The rising air supports combustion and helps prevent accumulated ash from immediately blocking the fire.

The airflow path is simple:

  1. Fresh air enters through the lower side openings.

  2. Air moves beneath the internal fuel grate.

  3. Oxygen reaches the underside of the burning wood.

  4. Flame and heat rise toward the cooking surface.

  5. Loose ash falls into the collection area below.

This stove does not use a verified double-wall secondary-combustion system and should not be described as a “smokeless stove.” Smoke output depends on fuel moisture, airflow, fire temperature and how heavily the chamber is loaded.

Dry fuel produces a cleaner and more stable fire than damp branches or green wood.

Removable Ash Tray

The ash tray sits beneath the internal fuel grate and collects loose ash and small burnt particles.

Its main purposes are to:

  • Simplify cleaning

  • Keep ash away from the primary air path

  • Reduce residue inside the folded body

  • Make campsite cleanup more controlled

  • Limit direct ash contact with the supporting surface

The tray should only be removed after the fire is fully extinguished and the stove has cooled. Pulling it out during operation can release hot ash, increase airflow unexpectedly or spread embers.

The ash tray does not make the stove safe for direct use on grass, wooden tables or plastic surfaces. Heat can still transfer through the stove base, and sparks may escape through the front opening.

Fuel Options

The standard product is designed primarily for dry natural wood fuel, including:

  • Dry twigs

  • Small branches

  • Split wood pieces

  • Dry bark used in small quantities for ignition

  • Buyer-approved biomass fuel

Short, dry pieces burn more predictably than large logs. Fuel must fit inside the chamber without projecting dangerously through the open door.

Charcoal compatibility can be offered only when the internal grate, ash clearance and ventilation pattern have been evaluated for that fuel.

A separate spirit-burner or solid-fuel holder may also be developed for OEM programs. These accessories should not be listed as compatible unless their fit, stability, clearances and operating instructions have been confirmed.

Do not use:

  • Gasoline

  • Diesel

  • Kerosene

  • Lighter fluid

  • Pressurized gas burners placed inside the chamber

  • Painted wood

  • Pressure-treated timber

  • Plastic

  • Household waste

  • Materials that may release toxic fumes

Users must also follow local rules governing firewood collection. Removing branches from protected land may be prohibited even when the material appears to be dead.

Honest Performance Expectations

A wood-burning stove does not have a fixed output comparable to a regulated gas burner.

Heat and cooking time depend on:

  • Wood species

  • Fuel moisture

  • Fuel-piece size

  • Amount of fuel

  • Wind

  • Ambient temperature

  • Elevation

  • Cookware material

  • Pot diameter

  • Water or food quantity

  • User fire-management technique

For this reason, INTECAMP does not recommend publishing an unverified wattage, BTU rating or guaranteed boil time.

The compact chamber can produce a strong cooking flame when supplied with dry fuel, but users need to add small pieces regularly. It is intended for hands-on outdoor cooking rather than unattended simmering.

Technical Specifications

Specification

Reference Compact Configuration

Product name

Foldable Stainless Steel Wood-Burning Camp Stove with Grill Grate and Ash Tray

Product type

Portable folding solid-fuel camping stove

Main fuel

Dry wood, twigs and small branches

Optional fuel configuration

Charcoal or separate solid-fuel burner, subject to testing

Stove body

Heat-resistant stainless steel

Suggested standard body grade

430 stainless steel, subject to final BOM

Premium body option

304 stainless steel

Cooking grate

Removable 304 stainless steel grill grate

Internal fuel support

Stainless steel grate

Ash management

Removable stainless steel ash tray

Fuel access

Hinged front-loading door

Air supply

Lower side and base ventilation openings

Assembled dimensions

Approx. 5.9 L × 5.5 W × 8.3 H in

Metric assembled dimensions

Approx. 150 × 140 × 211mm

Folded body dimensions

Approx. 5.5 L × 1.5 W × 8.3 H in

Metric folded dimensions

Approx. 140 × 38 × 211mm

Reference net weight

Approx. 2.0 lb / 0.91kg

Setup

Tool-free folding assembly

Carrying handle

Integrated folding handle

Storage bag

Included in reference package

Intended use

Outdoor cooking only

Recommended user group

One or two campers; compact meal preparation

Gas cylinder required

No

Electrical supply required

No

OEM/private label

Available

Final specification

Approved sample and signed specification sheet prevail

The reference dimensions and weight are based on the compact configuration. The independent ash tray, grate thickness, stainless steel grade and carry-bag construction may change the final product weight and folded dimensions.

Standard Packing List

The proposed standard package includes:

  • Folding stainless steel stove body

  • 304 stainless steel grill grate

  • Internal fuel support grate

  • Removable ash tray

  • Carry bag

  • Operating and safety instructions

  • Retail carton or buyer-approved packaging

Fuel, cookware, fire starters, gloves and heat-resistant ground protection are not included unless specified in the purchase order.

Who Should Stock This Product?

Camping and Outdoor Retailers

The flat-pack format gives retailers a solid-fuel alternative to gas stoves without requiring shelf space for a fixed firebox.

Bushcraft and Survival Brands

The stove uses locally available dry wood and has a straightforward mechanical design with no valve, hose, regulator or ignition system.

Fishing and Hunting Suppliers

It can be packed into a vehicle, boat equipment box or base-camp kit for boiling water and preparing simple meals.

Emergency-Preparedness Distributors

A non-gas cooking option can complement emergency food, cookware and water-storage programs. It must still be operated outdoors.

E-Commerce Private-Label Sellers

The folding mechanism, front fuel door, removable grate and ash tray are easy to demonstrate in photographs and short product videos.

Promotional and Outdoor-Lifestyle Programs

Logo application on the carry bag, front panel and retail carton creates a coordinated branded set without changing the stove structure.

What This Stove Is—and Is Not

Suitable Positioning

Avoid These Claims

Compact folding wood-burning stove

Smokeless stove

Stainless steel camping firebox

All-304 construction unless verified

Stove with removable cooking grate

Large family barbecue

Outdoor solid-fuel cooking stove

Indoor emergency cooker

Fuel-canister-free cooking option

Fuel-free stove

Portable camping and bushcraft stove

Ultralight titanium backpacking stove

Ash-management tray included

Spark-proof or ember-proof appliance

Uses dry wood and twigs

Burns every type of fuel

Clear positioning is particularly important for online marketplaces, where inaccurate “smokeless,” “unlimited fuel” and “all stainless steel 304” claims often lead to returns.

OEM and Private-Label Options

INTECAMP can discuss the following customization for qualified wholesale programs:

  • 430 or 304 stainless steel body

  • Stainless steel panel thickness

  • Custom assembled dimensions

  • Grill-grate material and wire diameter

  • Grill mesh pattern

  • Internal fuel-grate design

  • Removable ash-tray depth

  • Front-door shape

  • Door latch and handle design

  • Ventilation-hole pattern

  • Laser-cut logo

  • Laser-etched logo

  • Embossed brand mark

  • Branded carry bag

  • Carry-bag color and fabric weight

  • Retail color carton

  • Kraft carton

  • E-commerce mail-order packaging

  • Multilingual operating manual

  • Market-specific safety labels

  • Barcode and master-carton markings

  • Replacement grate and ash-tray packaging

Large changes to panel geometry, hinge tooling or ventilation patterns require technical review because they may alter stability, airflow and folded size.

Standard Compact Stove

Stainless steel body, top grate, internal fuel grate, ash tray and basic carry bag.

Premium All-304 Version

304 stainless steel body and cooking components for buyers targeting premium outdoor, coastal or high-humidity markets.

Grill Kit

Standard stove supplied with a heavier cooking grate, food tongs, heat-resistant gloves and upgraded storage bag.

Emergency Cooking Kit

Stove supplied with compact cookware, fire-starting accessories and clearly written outdoor-use instructions.

Using a common stove body across several bundles can reduce tooling cost while giving distributors more than one retail price point.

Quality-Control Requirements for B2B Orders

Material Inspection

  • Verify the stainless steel grade against the approved BOM

  • Check material thickness

  • Inspect the grate wire diameter

  • Confirm that coatings or galvanized parts are not used inside the fire chamber

  • Inspect material declarations for food-contact components

Workmanship Inspection

  • Check all exposed edges for burrs

  • Inspect spot welds and grate joints

  • Verify panel alignment

  • Confirm hinge movement

  • Check the front-door latch

  • Inspect the carrying handle

  • Confirm that the stove stands level after assembly

Functional Inspection

  • Assemble and fold the stove without tools

  • Confirm grate fit and removal

  • Check ash-tray insertion and removal

  • Verify the front door opens without binding

  • Test the internal fuel grate under the agreed load

  • Confirm that no component falls out during normal handling

Heat-Cycle Inspection

  • Operate the stove through an agreed number of heating and cooling cycles

  • Inspect panel distortion

  • Check hinge movement after cooling

  • Measure grate warping

  • Confirm door alignment

  • Test ash-tray removal after heat exposure

  • Inspect discoloration and oxidation

  • Confirm the stove remains stable

Some stainless steel discoloration is normal after direct exposure to flame. Heat tint should not automatically be treated as a product defect unless it falls outside the buyer-approved appearance standard.

Packaging Inspection

  • Verify all components against the packing list

  • Protect the grate from bending

  • Prevent the ash tray from scratching polished panels

  • Check carry-bag stitching and zipper operation

  • Confirm carton dimensions and gross weight

  • Conduct the buyer-approved drop test

  • Check barcode, warning-label and carton-mark accuracy

Packaging Considerations

Although the stove folds flat, its stainless steel edges and grate can damage a thin retail carton if the parts are not immobilized.

A practical e-commerce package should include:

  • A protective sleeve around the folded stove

  • Separate wrapping for the grill grate

  • Internal retention for the ash tray

  • Corner protection where required

  • A carry bag sized to avoid excessive movement

  • A printed safety sheet near the top of the package

  • A reinforced outer carton for parcel delivery

The carry bag should not be described as fireproof. The stove must be completely cool, clean and dry before packing.

Market-Entry Documentation

Requirements differ by destination country and sales channel. Buyers should confirm the applicable route before approving packaging.

The documentation package may include:

  • Product specification sheet

  • Bill of materials

  • Stainless steel material declaration

  • Food-contact material information for the grill grate

  • Risk assessment

  • Traceability label

  • Batch or production-code format

  • Importer or responsible-party information

  • Outdoor-use warning

  • Carbon-monoxide warning

  • Fire-ban and local-regulation notice

  • Multilingual assembly instructions

  • Cleaning and maintenance instructions

  • Packaging-material declarations

  • Buyer-requested laboratory reports

This type of solid-fuel stove does not have one universal approval covering the EU, UK, US, Canada and Australia. The required testing, labeling and responsible-party information should be confirmed for each market.

Setup and Operation

  1. Select a level, non-combustible outdoor surface.

  2. Unfold the stove body completely.

  3. Confirm that all panels and hinges are correctly positioned.

  4. Install the internal fuel grate and ash tray.

  5. Position the grill grate securely on top.

  6. Place a small amount of dry tinder inside the chamber.

  7. Add thin twigs before adding larger pieces.

  8. Light the fuel using an approved outdoor fire-starting method.

  9. Allow the fire to establish before placing cookware on the grate.

  10. Add short pieces of fuel through the front door when required.

  11. Keep the ash tray in position throughout operation.

  12. Extinguish the fire completely after cooking.

  13. Allow every component to cool before cleaning or folding.

The final instruction sequence must be reviewed against the approved production sample.

Cleaning and Storage

Wait until the stove, ash and grill grate are completely cold.

Remove the grill grate and brush away food residue. Wash the grate with mild detergent when required and dry it thoroughly before storage.

Empty cold ash into an approved disposal container. Ash can remain hot internally even when the surface appears cool, so users should follow campsite or local disposal procedures.

Wipe the stove body and ash tray with a damp cloth. Avoid steel-wool pads that can contaminate the stainless surface with iron particles.

Before placing the stove in its bag:

  • Confirm that no embers remain

  • Dry all parts

  • Remove grease and food residue

  • Fold the panels without forcing the hinges

  • Store the grate so it cannot bend

  • Keep the bag in a dry location

Surface discoloration after wood-fire use is normal and does not necessarily indicate corrosion.

Outdoor-Use Safety

This product is for outdoor use only.

Never operate it inside:

  • A tent

  • A campervan

  • An RV

  • A vehicle

  • A garage

  • A cabin

  • A shed

  • A screened enclosure

  • Any poorly ventilated area

Burning wood produces carbon monoxide. Carbon monoxide cannot be reliably detected by smell and can cause serious injury or death.

Always:

  • Check local fire restrictions before use

  • Use the stove on a stable, non-combustible surface

  • Use suitable heat protection beneath the stove

  • Keep water or an appropriate extinguisher nearby

  • Maintain clearance from tents, vehicles and vegetation

  • Keep the stove away from dry grass

  • Wear heat-resistant gloves

  • Use stable cookware

  • Supervise the fire continuously

  • Keep children and animals away

  • Expect sparks when adding fuel

  • Allow the stove to cool naturally

  • Dispose of ash responsibly

Do not use the stove when open fires are prohibited. A raised firebox may still fall within local campfire or solid-fuel restrictions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a foldable stainless steel wood-burning camp stove?

It is a portable metal firebox that burns small pieces of dry wood beneath a cooking grate. This model folds flat for storage and does not require a propane or butane cylinder.

What are the reference dimensions?

The compact reference configuration measures approximately 5.9 × 5.5 × 8.3 inches when assembled and about 5.5 × 1.5 × 8.3 inches when folded.

How much does it weigh?

The reference weight is approximately 2 lb or 0.91kg. The final weight depends on panel thickness, grate design, ash tray and stainless steel grade.

Is the entire stove made from 304 stainless steel?

Not necessarily. The reference configuration uses a 304 stainless steel cooking grate with a stainless steel firebox. An all-304 version can be developed, but it should only be advertised after the complete BOM has been verified.

What does the ash tray do?

It collects loose ash beneath the fuel grate and helps prevent ash from immediately blocking the lower airflow path. It should only be emptied after the stove is fully cool.

Can the ash tray be removed while the stove is burning?

No. Removing it during operation can release hot ash and change the airflow. Wait until the fire is extinguished and every component has cooled.

Can users add wood without removing the pot?

Yes. Short fuel pieces can be added through the front-loading door while suitable cookware remains on the top grate.

Is it smokeless?

No. It is a conventional ventilated wood-burning stove, not a verified secondary-combustion smokeless stove. Dry wood and a hot, well-ventilated fire can reduce visible smoke but cannot eliminate it.

Can it burn charcoal?

A charcoal-compatible configuration may be available. The grate, ventilation and ash clearance must be approved for that fuel before charcoal compatibility is printed on the packaging.

Can a spirit burner be used inside it?

Only if a dedicated, correctly supported insert has been designed and tested. A loose burner should not be placed inside the chamber.

What cookware is suitable?

Compact camping kettles, pots and pans with stable bases are the most appropriate. The safe maximum diameter and load should be confirmed through testing of the final model.

Is it suitable for backpacking?

It can be carried on short hiking and bushcraft trips, but at approximately 2 lb it is heavier than an ultralight titanium stove. It is particularly suitable for camping, fishing, vehicle-supported travel and emergency kits.

Can it be used as a small fire pit?

It produces an open wood fire, but its primary purpose is cooking. It should not be marketed as a recreational fire pit unless that use has been separately evaluated and included in the instructions.

Can it be used on a wooden picnic table?

Not directly. Heat can transfer through the base, and sparks or embers may escape. Use it only on an appropriate non-combustible surface with adequate heat protection.

Is a storage bag included?

A carry bag is included in the reference configuration. Fabric, zipper, handles, color and logo can be customized.

Is private-label packaging available?

Yes. INTECAMP can provide logo application, retail cartons, carry-bag branding, multilingual manuals, barcodes and destination-market warning labels.

What is the MOQ?

MOQ depends on the stainless steel grade, panel thickness, logo method, carry bag and packaging. A standard construction with custom carton artwork normally requires less development than a new firebox size.

Is the product certified for every market?

No. Testing, warnings, traceability and importer information must be matched to the destination market and the exact production configuration.

What information is needed for a wholesale quotation?

Please provide the destination country, estimated order quantity, body material, grate specification, packaging format, branding method, required testing and target delivery date.

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