CATALYTIC WOOD STOVES: HOW THEY WORK
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The catalyst in our wood stoves allows you to burn smoke (which would otherwise escape the chimney or flue) and use it as an additional source of heat.
Furthermore, with a good maintenance and optimal use of the stove, a catalyst for wood stoves can last even over 6/8 winter seasons before being replaced.
This is possible because fumes are driven through a special honeycomb structure, made of an alloy of precious metals - the catalyst- placed inside the firebox, which ignites the unburnt particles. The catalyst starts to burn smoke only once a certain temperature has been reached: depending on the stove models, it can vary between 200° and 400° C. For the activation of the catalyst, after the start or fuel reload phase, each catalytic wood stove is equipped with a bypass selection rod, to ensure clean combustion and constant delivery of heat - increasing efficiency and achieving longer burn times.
Nestor Martin stoves featuring Catalytic Hybrid Woodbox® technology burn more slowly, cleanly and efficiently, heating your home with less wood. Now is the time to replace your old fireplace with a new, efficient wood stove!