♨️ Charcoal Burners

Oh no! The coals!

You pour water into the base of your shisha, prepare your bowl with your favorite flavor, put on the aluminum foil, and just when you least expect it, you remember you didn’t place the coals. This happens to all of us constantly until making a shisha becomes a ritual: while you're packing your bowl, the coals are heating up.

However, you will need a method to light your coals because you're part of #TEAM1001 and use natural coals instead of quick-light coals. But what about the burner? The burner is a key piece for your shisha because without it, there's no way to light your coals. At 1001 Cachimbas, we have several models of shisha burners in different formats, so let's take a look at our catalog and find the one that best suits you and your needs.

Shisha at home or outdoors?

Although there are many formats and types of shisha burners, we will focus on the two main types: the gas burner and the electric burner.

Electric burner

The electric burner is the most classic, both for professional and personal use. They are usually not very large and are very practical in most situations. They work by heating a coil that lights the coals in a short time. The only thing you need to worry about with conventional electric burners is turning the coals over so they light evenly. It is also important that after each session or every so often, you remove the ash from the coil, as this can wear out the burner over time and dirty the area where you have it plugged in. Also, keep it in a dry place to prevent it from rusting.

Within the category of electric burners, you will find the most different models. The most common format is the 1000-watt burner, which is practically standardized. It's the burner that most shisha enthusiasts use, and while there are differences between the brands that sell them, they are very similar. Its capacity is not very defined: ideally, no more than 8 coals should fit on these burners, but when the need arises, you can get creative. One tip to extend the life of these burners is not to always place the coals in the same spot, as this can cause wear in a specific area and eventually damage the coil. It's best to rotate them, and although we all have that spot where we always place the coals, if you take care of your burner, it can last for years.

For those times when you need more capacity, there are other electric burners that, while still 1000 watts, have a design that allows you to place up to twelve coals without any problems, which is great for businesses like shisha catering services. On the other hand, there are also mini burners on the market that are 500 watts. These are very portable burners with a capacity of up to four coals, ideal if you're traveling and smoking alone.

Gas burner

On the other hand, there is the gas burner. Although it's intended for outdoor use, it can also be used indoors. These burners work with gas canisters, and you just need a lighter or matches to light the flame. The only two reasons they aren’t used when an electric burner can be plugged in are simple: gas runs out, and using it isn’t as easy as with electric burners because you have to watch the coals more closely and ensure they light evenly on all sides. Although its design doesn’t stand out beyond the variety of available colors, they have a removable grill that some use to light the coals.

The positive aspect of these shisha burners is their versatility. If you want, you can use them wherever you go, you can heat several coals at once, and the price of gas canisters is very low, not even reaching two euros. Depending on the flame intensity you set, each canister can last for several lightings, so it's a safe purchase if you like to move around a lot.

Now it’s time to decide… Or not?

Both burners are excellent options for every occasion. Additionally, in both cases—gas and electric burners—you can adjust the temperature or flame intensity. Thanks to their plastic parts, the generated heat doesn’t transfer to the floor, preventing your furniture from burning. What we do recommend is that you visit our shisha accessories section because you’ll need good tongs to handle the coals without burning yourself.

Whether you prefer to enjoy your shisha outdoors or indoors, it’s appropriate to have one of each type of burner so you're prepared for any situation. A gas burner is not only useful outdoors but also in places where you don’t have access to electricity, while an electric burner can also be taken on vacation if you plan to use your shisha indoors. In the end, it’s definitely worth having both models and not having to rely on your friend to bring theirs; you don’t even want to imagine how it feels when they forget or don’t have one either…

In any case, they are shisha accessories that are inexpensive and usually cost less than twenty euros, so don’t hesitate and take the plunge. In our catalog, we have several models of gas burners in different colors and gas canisters, as well as electric burners. Go ahead and find your favorite models to spark your shisha in any circumstance!