4 lines of volcanically hot cast iron stoves "Vesuvius" for a bath. Which one to choose?

Choosing the right sauna stove is not as easy as you might initially think. The stove equipment market offers wide range models of sauna stoves. But how to make the right choice?

The popular Vesuvius brand stoves are manufactured at the enterpriseLitkom» since 2004. The company was founded in 2000 and still occupies leading positions for the sale of stoves, fireplaces and other equipment for baths and saunas.

"Litkom" is working throughout the Russian Federation and neighboring countries, the company's activities are based on the principles of responsibility and an individual approach to each client.

Vesuvius wood-burning stoves for saunas - models 12, 16, 22, 28

The main feature of the Vesuvius brand is missing corners of stoves. This allows for a more even distribution of heat. The outer casing of the products is a welded structure made of durable plates. eight-millimeter steel.

Stones placed in a mesh heater are heated more evenly. The furnace bodies are covered organic composition with silicon. It protects the product casing from water, which can cause deformation of parts at elevated temperatures.

Line Sensation: Anthracite and Terracotta

The main advantage of these devices is the voluminous ventilated heater, which allows heat the stones from 4 sides in a short time.

Most of the stones in the oven are heated up to 350°С, which helps to ensure a comfortable temperature in the steam room and steam generation.

Outside The stove is framed by a capacious ventilated casing. This significantly accelerates the heating of the air in the steam room.

The stove is very easy and convenient to use, every part can withstand the temperature up to +1200°С. Heating the stones up to 350°C helps to achieve the effect of a Russian “soft” bathhouse or Finnish sauna.

Models of the line Vesuvius "Sensation":

• Anthracite 12, 16, 22, 28.
• Terracotta 12, 16.

Legend Line: Standard and Forged

Features of the models - open heater and significant weight, which increases even more when laying out stones. This should be remembered when installing the foundation. All products are made of special high strength alloy cast iron, so even if water gets in, the stove does not crack or deform.

The stoves of the Legend line are distinguished by an interesting design and excellent characteristics. They use firewood economically and have high heat output. The steam room is heated in 10-15 minutes after kindling.

Models of the line Vesuvius "Legend":

• Standard 12, 16, 22, 28.
• Forging 12, 16, 22, 28.

Photo 1. Cast iron stove Vesuvius model "Legend Standard", installed in a bathhouse on a separate foundation.

Hurricane Line: Standard and Forging

The main difference of the Hurricane is that combination heater, which included a blind casing and an open mesh around it. The "Hurricane" model was a novelty in 2015. In most characteristics it repeats the "Legend" models. They have the same steel thickness, door design, glass cleaning and self-cooling systems.

These models have several modes of operation: from fast to long heating. Another plus is that the oven is absolutely hermetically sealedThis is ensured by a ceramic cord, which is located at the junction of the furnace elements.

The material used to make the closed heater is steel, and the open mesh is made of metal coated with heat-resistant paint.

Models of the line Vesuvius "Hurricane":

• Standard 16, 22, 28.
• Forging 16, 22, 28.

Premium Line: Talc Chlorite and Sandstone

The stoves of the Premium line are lined ecologically clean rock - talc chlorite or sandstone.

The facings have high heat capacityWhen heated, they accumulate heat, evenly heat the room and maintain the temperature.

Natural stone has unique healing properties:

• helps with migraines;
• normalizes blood pressure;
• improves the condition colds;
• helps with inflammation in the kidneys and digestive system;
• removes nervous overexcitement.

Models of the line Vesuvius Premium:

• Sandstone 16.
• Talc chlorite 16, 22, 28.

How to choose the right device. Fire doors 271 or 224 - which is better?

When choosing a stove for a bathhouse, you need to pay attention to a number of factors.

The Sensation models have a closed casing in red or black. They look stylish and bright. The casing of the "Hurricane" is combined, with an open mesh for stones (80 kg fits into a closed heater and also 220 kg into the mesh casing).

For those who like to sit by fireplace The models of the Legend line are ideal. They have the widest panoramic door (224 instead of the usual 271) with a large glass through which you can observe the flame.

Useful video

Check out the detailed video review of the stove of the Legend model series: design features, dimensions, preparation for firing.

Pros and cons of cast iron sauna stoves from the manufacturer "Litkom"

Vesuvius cast iron stoves of Russian manufacture are not only not inferior to foreign brands in their characteristics, but are also profitable are distinguished by their affordable price. Devices cast from such metal are practical and durableThey are as close as possible to traditional brick ovens.

Cast iron products do not burn oxygen in the steam room and do not transmit infrared radiationDue to its high thermal conductivity, cast iron heats up quickly and then gives off heat for a long time.

TO disadvantages cast iron models can be attributed fragility furnaces due to high carbon content (more than 2%). Devices of not the highest quality do not tolerate temperature changes well; if they are hit, they may break or crack. Repair there will be a stove impossible, you will have to order cast iron parts from the manufacturer.

Another downside is big weight constructions (200 kg and more). To install such a stove, it may be necessary to make a special base or strengthen the foundation.