Gas burners 

Gas stoves are simple, clean and easy to use. Fuel comes in pre-pressurized canisters and is controlled by a valve. Gas burners are lightweight, quick to set up, and ideal for most adventures. 

Primus offers three gas blends—Power, Summer and Winter Gas—for reliable performance across different temperatures. 

Multifuel burners 

Our multifuel stoves run not only on gas canisters, but also on various liquid fuels such as white gas, kerosene, diesel, or even aviation fuel. They require preheating and are used with a fuel bottle and pump. While slightly more complex to operate, they perform reliably in extreme cold and at high altitude. 

Multifuel burners are louder than gas burners, but models like OmniLite Ti can be paired with a silencer (not compatible with all fuels). 

Top-mounted stoves

Also known as sit-on-top-stoves, upright canister stoves or standard canister stoves, these screw directly onto the gas canister. The setup is simple and compact—ideal when you want a quick setup and minimal fuss in fair-weather conditions.

Remote canister stoves 

These use a hose to connect the burner to the gas canister, which is placed off to the side. This lowers the center of gravity and increases stability, especially when using larger pots. Many also support inverted canister use, which improves cold-weather performance.

Blue Flame Burner 

Also known as a Bunsen-style burner, this is the most common type. Fuel and air mixes in the burner mixer tube and burner ports, producing a clean, high-temperature blue flame. It’s efficient, soot-free and ideal for general outdoor use.

Several Primus stoves feature our patented Laminar Flow Burner. By mixing gas and air in smooth, laminar layers rather than turbulence, the burner can sit closer to the canister, resulting in a more compact, efficient and quieter design that uses less fuel. 

Laminar Flow is used in stoves mounted above the gas cartridge, top-mounted stoves, and remote canister stoves. In the remote canister setup, a preheating element sits in the flame and directs heat down to the gas connection. This allows the use of an inverted gas canister, which improves cold-weather performance. 

Radiant Foam Burner 

Used in the Ulti stove, this burner type combusts fuel inside a porous foam structure and emits infrared heat instead of a visible flame. The result is high wind resistance, excellent cold-weather performance, and efficient heat radiation.

Multifuel Burner 

Multifuel burners run on both gas and liquid fuels. They rely on preheating, a fuel bottle, and a pump, and use different nozzles depending on the fuel type. Designed for tough conditions, they offer maximum flexibility and strong output in any environment. However, they do require some practice to use correctly and efficiently.

Heat Exchanger 

In a selection of Primus cookware, heat exchangers are integrated into the base to boost cooking efficiency. The finned metal design (grooved ridges that increase surface area) improves heat transfer from the burner flame to your food or drink, making it especially effective in windy conditions. This shortens boil time, reduces fuel consumption by up to 50%, and allows you to carry less fuel overall—whether you're out in summer or winter.

Pressure Regulator 

Gas pressure in a canister changes with temperature, altitude and fuel level. A pressure regulator adapts automatically to these changes, ensuring a steady flame and better performance, especially in cold conditions or when the canister is running low. Unlike a standard valve, which simply opens or closes, the regulator adjusts the gas flow continuously for optimal efficiency and control.