The EC-K-01 stainless steel camping kettle for open fire is a compact 1-liter outdoor water boiler made for campsites where electricity is unavailable or unnecessary. Its reference construction uses 304 stainless steel for the body, lid and locking bail handle. The kettle weighs approximately 0.65 lb (295 g) and measures about 6.5 × 6.5 × 4.6 in. (16.5 × 16.5 × 11.7 cm), giving outdoor retailers a practical size for backpacking, bushcraft, car camping, caravan and emergency-preparedness ranges.
Unlike a household whistling kettle, EC-K-01 keeps the product architecture simple. There is no whistle mechanism to clog, rattle loose or complicate cleaning. The self-standing handle locks upright to improve access when the kettle is positioned above a heat source, while the formed spout supports controlled pouring into a mug, pour-over coffee filter or dehydrated-meal pouch.
The reference configuration is intended for open flames and is also listed as induction compatible. For wholesale and private-label programs, INTECAMP can develop the surface finish, branding, packaging and documentation around the buyer’s market. Final material thickness, base construction, induction performance and food-contact compliance must be verified on the approved production sample.
Buyer Question | Reference Answer |
|---|---|
What is it? | Compact stainless steel camping kettle for boiling water outdoors |
Capacity | 1.0 L / approximately 33.8 US fl. oz. / 1.06 US qt. |
Main material | 304 stainless steel |
Reference weight | 0.65 lb / approximately 295 g |
Reference body dimensions | 6.5 × 6.5 × 4.6 in. / 16.5 × 16.5 × 11.7 cm |
Handle | Lockable, self-standing stainless steel bail handle |
Suitable heat sources | Open fire and compatible camping stoves; reference version also lists induction compatibility |
Whistling function | No |
Dishwasher safe | Yes, according to the reference configuration |
Best channel fit | Outdoor retail, bushcraft, hiking, caravan, emergency kits and private-label cookware |
Supply model | Wholesale, OEM and private label |
Camp cookware is easy to overcomplicate. Extra hinges, plastic trim and decorative coatings may look useful on a product page but can become liabilities when the kettle sits above a real wood fire. EC-K-01 follows a more direct brief: stainless steel where the heat is, a removable lid, a proper pouring spout and a handle that stays upright when positioned correctly.
The 1-liter format also gives buyers a clear customer profile. It is large enough to prepare several mugs of tea or coffee, rehydrate food or provide hot water for basic camp washing, yet small enough to pack beside a compact stove and cook set. It is not intended to replace a high-volume group kettle. Retailers can position it honestly for solo campers, couples and small off-grid setups rather than promising family-camp capacity from a one-liter vessel.
For B2B buyers, that clarity matters. A product with a defined use case is easier to merchandise, easier to explain in a marketplace listing and less likely to be returned because the customer expected something larger.
The reference EC-K-01 body is made from 304 stainless steel. This material is commonly selected for reusable food-contact cookware because it offers a useful balance of corrosion resistance, formability, cleanability and cost.
For open-fire use, uncoated stainless steel has another practical advantage: there is no decorative non-stick coating on the exposed body that can blister or peel after direct flame contact. The exterior will still change appearance. Wood smoke, soot, mineral deposits and heat tint are normal consequences of campfire use and should not be presented as manufacturing defects.
EC-K-01 can be placed on a stable campfire grate or a compatible camping stove. The base should sit level, and flames should remain controlled rather than wrapping continuously around the lid and handle.
The stainless steel bail handle locks in an upright position to keep the gripping point away from the kettle body. It is still metal. It can become hot from flame, radiant heat and steam, particularly over a wood fire. Users should handle the kettle with a dry heat-resistant glove and should never assume that the grip remains cool.
If a private-label version is promoted for hanging above a fire, the handle, brackets and locking mechanism must be load-tested in that exact configuration and the approved manual must explain how the kettle may be suspended. Open-fire compatibility by itself should not be interpreted as permission to hang the kettle from any improvised hook.
The reference body measures approximately 16.5 cm across and 11.7 cm high, excluding the extra clearance required when the bail handle is raised. Its broad, low form creates a useful heating footprint while keeping the packed profile compact.
The handle is designed to stand upright instead of falling against the hot kettle wall. This makes the kettle easier to position and pick up when used on a compact stove or fire grate.
For OEM production, the handle system should be evaluated as an assembly rather than three separate parts. The wire diameter, bracket material, rivet or weld quality, rotation resistance and locking geometry all affect how secure the handle feels after repeated use.
A useful inspection plan includes repeated raise-and-lower cycles, a filled-kettle load test and a check that the handle cannot unexpectedly collapse into the steam path during pouring.
The source listing advertises a 3–5 minute heating time. That figure is not meaningful without a defined test method. Water volume, starting temperature, ambient temperature, wind, fuel, flame output, lid position and altitude can change the result substantially.
For EC-K-01, the responsible way to use this claim is as a sample-validation target. Before publishing a boiling time, the buyer and supplier should agree on:
Water volume
Starting water temperature
Heat-source type and rated output
Wind conditions
Lid position
End-point temperature
Number of test cycles
The final website, carton and manual should state only the result supported by that controlled test. “Fast heating” is a reasonable product benefit; an unconditional three-minute boil is not.
Specification | EC-K-01 Reference Configuration |
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Model | EC-K-01 |
Product name | Stainless Steel Camping Kettle for Open Fire |
Product type | Portable outdoor kettle / water boiler |
Nominal capacity | 1.0 L |
Imperial capacity | Approx. 33.8 US fl. oz. / 1.06 US qt. |
Body material | 304 stainless steel |
Lid material | Stainless steel |
Handle material | Stainless steel |
Surface/color | Silver stainless steel finish |
Handle design | Lockable, self-standing bail handle |
Spout | Formed pouring spout |
Whistling | No |
Reference dimensions | 16.5 D × 16.5 W × 11.7 H cm |
Imperial dimensions | Approx. 6.5 D × 6.5 W × 4.6 H in. |
Reference item weight | 0.65 lb / approx. 295 g |
Open-fire use | Yes, according to the reference configuration |
Induction compatibility | Listed for the reference version; confirm on the final production base |
Camping-stove use | Compatible when the stove provides stable support and suitable heat control |
Dishwasher safe | Yes, according to the reference configuration |
Included component | Kettle/pitcher; no cup, filter or carry bag claimed |
Intended contents | Water for hot drinks, meals and outdoor use |
OEM/private label | Available, subject to project review |
Specification control: The values above are based on the reference retail configuration. The signed EC-K-01 drawing, approved golden sample and final bill of materials take precedence. Overall height with the handle raised, body thickness, packed dimensions, carton quantity and final net/gross weight must be confirmed after sample approval.
The nominal capacity is 1 liter, equal to approximately 33.8 US fluid ounces or 1.06 US quarts. The final safe working fill level should be defined below the brim in the approved manual.
Yes. The reference configuration is intended for open-fire heating. It should be used on a stable grate or another setup approved in the product instructions, with controlled flames and suitable clearances.
The reference specification uses 304 stainless steel. Production orders should define the applicable material standard, component thickness and buyer-required food-contact testing.
The reference item weight is approximately 0.65 lb, or 295 g. Final weight can change with material thickness, handle hardware, logo treatment and accessories.
The reference body dimensions are approximately 16.5 × 16.5 × 11.7 cm, or 6.5 × 6.5 × 4.6 in. The raised-handle height and packed dimensions should be confirmed on the final drawing.
No. EC-K-01 is a non-whistling outdoor kettle. Users must monitor the heating process and should not leave it unattended.
No cool-touch claim should be made. The handle stands upright to increase separation from the kettle body, but stainless steel can still become hot from flame, radiant heat and steam. A heat-resistant glove is required.
The reference retail configuration is listed as induction compatible. The final production base should be tested on representative induction hobs before the claim is placed on packaging or product pages.
Only if the approved EC-K-01 handle assembly and manual specifically allow suspended use. The handle and brackets must be load-tested for that setup; buyers should not infer hanging suitability from open-fire compatibility alone.
No. It is a kettle for boiling and pouring water. It can supply hot water for pour-over coffee, tea, instant drinks and camp meals, but the reference specification does not include an internal percolator or coffee filter.
The reference configuration is listed as dishwasher safe. Hand washing may be preferable after wood-fire use because soot can transfer to other items in the dishwasher.
Heat tint, soot and smoke marks are normal during direct-flame use. They do not necessarily indicate corrosion or material failure. Cleaning guidance should set realistic expectations rather than promise that the exterior will remain mirror-bright.
Yes. Potential options include surface finish, logo method, capacity marking, packaging, care instructions and accessory bundles. Availability, MOQ and development cost depend on the approved specification.
Provide the destination market, expected order quantity, required stainless specification, body-thickness target, heat-source claims, surface finish, logo method, packaging channel, accessories, test requirements and target delivery date.
