I am thinking about purchasing this. Just wonder what is the difference between this and the virgin charcoal system? Also, what is the life span?
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It's a decent fan and filter combination. I use it as a air scrubber. The fan is strong. I bought a speed adjuster to control it. You can use it a few ways. It's a high quality product for sure. Plus it was so cheap. I've used it for a long time. I will occasionally change the charcoal. Otherwise , long life span.Good luck with your purchase... Kaptain Kindbud
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The Carbon in these filters is also virgin charcoal (this just means that the carbon has been treated). They are rated to last up to 1.5 years. The fan also comes with a 1 year manufacturer warranty.
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Real coal based charcoal not coconut based. Depending on the strenght of the aroma, I replace annually. Good luck.
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I am assuming you're referring to the Lodge Sportsman charcoal Grill which is a terrific piece of equipment. I also have the Smoky Joe and use that a lot too. This is a difficult question to answer because they're pretty neck and neck when it comes to quality, ease-of-use, and final product. The Smoky Joe has a cover the Lodge Grill doesn't. How important is that to you? I like the cast-iron grate on the Lodge better than the chrome grate on the Weber but that's something you have to decide for yourself also. They both hold about the same number of burgers, hotdogs, etc. even though the lodge grill is a little larger. And because it's cast-iron it's going to be very heavy-a little over 30 pounds. The Lodge does an excellent job with steaks and hamburgers and actually now that I think about it does a better job than the Weber for those two because the cast iron heats up better than the Weber . The cast iron grill will last a lifetime if you take care of it. You can't do long slow cooking on the Lodge because it has no cover so you have to ask yourself what you do the most of-quick steaks, chops, burgers etc. or roasts and ribs. guess if the cover is not that important to you then I would definitely go with the Lodge grill even though it's more expensive. Weber and Lodge both make great products ...you can't go wrong with either one of them.
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It's great. It's the normal charcoal that you know, but the fact that it's sourced from hardwood is better for the environment and (I believe) can burn hotter/longer. (Mine is a Weber Performer grill.)
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It works well for replacing the cartridges that is what I origionally bought it for and it will capture particles. However, the activated charcoal runs out quickly only last a week maybe two. But for the price differnce of a cartridge you can replace more frequently and save money. It really does depend on your aquarium system and level of stocking, if the charcoal will be powerful enough.
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The one with the attachments allows you to use propane as well as charcoal and wood. By the way, I have used mine all winter on our covered deck on a ceramic tile top table and we love it. It is very miserly with propane, and has ultimate control over the flame. I have heard of people using it for canning because the control you have over the flame (this is not usually recommended, but I might try it if I get brave enough).
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It depends on how it is set up. Set up as a charcoal smoker it averages between 200 and 250. If you use it as a single or double grill you can make it as hot as you want it depending on amount of charcoal you put in. There are only two of us so we usually use 1/4 pan of coals and grill on the bottom half only. It is usually around 350f and after we cook streaks we usually put on a roast and let cook a few hours to eat the next day. We only use the propane option if we are smoking 8 or so hours. Charcoal only seems to last 4 hours when smoking then we use gas if necessary. I can't imagine grilling on any other grill....
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I've been getting around 7hrs without any intervention. Pile your lump charcoal w/ smoking chunks but only light one end and you'll get plenty of cooking time. I've kept it going for 14 hrs with two reloads. Just had my brothers over for a week and they are all looking at buying this setup and dumping the electric smokers they've got.
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Hi I have used this Barby all summer and it uses very little charcoal.It is agreat little unit for 2 people.Noel Dalziel
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I have the charcoal only model, but there is a model (Go-Anywhere Portable Propane Gas Grill Model # 1141001) that uses a small propane tank.
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It comes with 2 filters, one is paper hepa. The other is charcoal. Life of filters, should be 3 months for charcoal, 1 year for paper. I have owned unit about 2 months. There are filter lights to indicate when filters need to be changed. I am happy with the unit so far.
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I never serviced the anode and it lasted about 4 years before the unit failed. I believe it has a six year warranty. The company sent me a replacement. I intend to change the anode at least once a year now. Given the little useit will receive at your cabin, it should last for decades. What could change things, however, is the condition of thewater at the cabin. I have city water.
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Charcoal or propane will get the job done. This is a great buy and product! We absolutely love ours and use it all the time to grill bacon, veggies and steaks. Invest in some sos pads to keep it clean ; )
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I've left mine outside for the past 6 years - sometimes with lodge's awful leaky coverthe polymerized oils from "seasoning" will burn off from the intense heat that charcoal puts out. no way around it. also, heat accelerates the rate at which rust forms. also no way around this. don't worry about it not being seasoned.just cook on it. charred food bits cover the rust very very quickly.
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I use mine about 50 to 75 times year round for the past 3 years - not one problem with the grill. At this point, I am actually surprised how much more durable it has been than any other charcoal or propane grill I have used in the past. I have heard, but not experienced, the heating element (only used for the first 3 minutes of startup) does burn out and needs to be replaced. When I purchased my grill I purchased a spare heating/starter element just-in-case. I have not needed it to date. This has proven to be my finest grill purchase, I'm now a big fan of Traeger.
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You can use wood but I don't know why you would bother. A 12-14 pound of even the cheapest self-lighting charcoal will last up to 4 and 1/2 hours, which is more than enough to cook even the largest butts or briskets you can fit inside it. I can imagine starting it with wood and adding the charcoal, but not the other way around as wood in the size you need to fit the Orion would burn down too quickly.
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I own both versions as I am a fan of this bbq. The older version had a lower grade of SS and I also had to replace the inner parts. I just called the company and they sold me the replacement parts for cheap. As for the new one. all I have to say is its day and night with the older version. less accessories but much more robust. The fan is also much better calibrated and the unit is less expensive. I was told they change maker and they had to pass the European norm so they made the unit stronger but anyway they have a good customer service. hope this helps.
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It depends on how it is set up. Set up as a charcoal smoker it averages between 200 and 250. If you use it as a single or double grill you can make it as hot as you want it depending on amount of charcoal you put in. There are only two of us so we usually use 1/4 pan of coals and grill on the bottom half only. It is usually around 350f and after we cook streaks we usually put on a roast and let cook a few hours to eat the next day. We only use the propane option if we are smoking 8 or so hours. Charcoal only seems to last 4 hours when smoking then we use gas if necessary. I can't imagine grilling on any other grill.... It depends on how it is set up. Set up as a charcoal smoker it averages between 200 and 250. If you use it as a single or double grill you can make it as hot as you want it depending on amount of charcoal you put in. There are only two of us so we usually use 1/4 pan of coals and grill on the bottom half only. It is usually around 350f and after we cook streaks we usually put on a roast and let cook a few hours to eat the next day. We only use the propane option if we are smoking 8 or so hours. Charcoal only seems to last 4 hours when smoking then we use gas if necessary. I can't imagine... » Read More It depends on how it is set up. Set up as a charcoal smoker it averages between 200 and 250. If you use it as a single or double grill you can make it as hot as you want it depending on amount of charcoal you put in. There are only two of us so we usually use 1/4 pan of coals and grill on the bottom half only. It is usually around 350f and after we cook streaks we usually put on a roast and let cook a few hours to eat the next day. We only use the propane option if we are smoking 8 or so hours. Charcoal only seems to last 4 hours when smoking then we use gas if necessary. I can't imagine grilling on any other grill.... « Show Less