If we consider modern heating equipment from the point of view of power and quality, then the Cuirassier line stoves have proven themselves better than others. Products under the Greivari brand (this includes not only Cuirassier and Rolling Stones bath stoves, but also Kombat, Zinger heating appliances, fireplace stoves, barbecues, etc.) are manufactured in Novosibirsk.
Stove Cuirassier review
For reference: a cuirassier is a cavalry warrior of past centuries.
Since the first Cuirassiers went on sale (and this was back in 2009), they have acquired numerous positive reviews from bath attendants, who note among the advantages of the product, first of all, fuel economy, as well as the fact that the heat is maintained at a high level.
Cuirassier. Stoves in the interior
Advantages and disadvantages of Cuirassier sauna stoves
The products described are very popular due to their simplicity of design and affordable cost. In addition, representatives of this model range have excellent fuel combustion efficiency, ensured by the presence of a beam grate, as well as a drawer for ash. All these innovations make it possible to supply air extremely efficiently to the lower combustion section, i.e. directly under the firewood. An aerodynamic nozzle connected to the upper combustion section additionally supplies air there for secondary combustion of carbon. By the way, already the first cubic meter of air enters the combustion chamber heated to 150°C, which is why there is no external cooling in principle.
Scheme of work
Note! Cuirassiers are also distinguished by the fact that they can even be heated with raw wood. As you know, a significant proportion of thermal energy is spent on drying wood, but in this case hot air comes in, which, accordingly, quickly dries the wood.
Many more users note that the steam from Greivari models is softer and more pleasant than that of metal stoves from other companies. Although bath attendants pay more attention to the grate, which is not cast from cast iron, but is made from steel beams. The explanation for such attention is quite simple: under the influence of high temperatures, such beams expand and move in the grooves, so they seem to self-clean from ash. There is nothing complicated, but it is original.
Internal organization
Users of Cuirassiers also talk about a significant viewing area - even larger than once upon a time with premium models. The front wall of the ash pit, as well as the portal, is made of mirror-like “stainless steel”. For convenient installation and transportation, the portal itself has a removable design.
There is an unusual protection for the rear wall of the combustion chamber, which is a special aerodynamic screen made of expensive heat-resistant steel. Through this screen, the air necessary for afterburning penetrates inside. The bottom of the firebox is protected by special elements (so-called ash pads), which act as natural heat insulators after the fuel burns out.
And, finally, the main thing: Cuirassier furnaces (as already mentioned at the beginning of the article) are equipped with a secondary afterburning zone. This increases efficiency and reduces emissions into the atmosphere. This zone is located in the upper part of the body (on the right). The average temperature there is 450°C.
How does the Cuirassier stove work?
Note! Volatile hydrocarbons, which harm not only health but also the atmosphere, make up about 30% of the total weight of firewood. And in Greivari heating equipment these hydrocarbons are effectively burned.
Advantages and disadvantages of equipment
Such installations need to be heated with wood, it is better if they are made of hard wood. But there are no special requirements for the quality of the wood - you can even put in raw firewood, since the hot air entering the firebox will dry it out without any problems. You can use wood chips for kindling. Firewood must be placed in the firebox taking into account the required space for free burning of at least 20 cm3. It is important not to overheat such models, since due to excessive thermal load, equipment components may fail.
If necessary, you can take the firebox outside, and kindling will be made from there. In any case, care must be taken to ensure that the street pipe is not located too close to the wall - in the presence of flammable materials, additional shielding and protection is mandatory.
Checking the furnace at the end of installation
Cuirassier stoves are intended for home use only and are not suitable for commercial purposes on an industrial scale.
Cuirassier stoves review: models for baths and saunas
The Cuirassier model range is not very large and includes the following models:
- Cuirassier;
- Cuirassier Swede
- Cuirassier Finka;
- Cuirassier Corbis.
There is also a separate line of sauna stoves, represented by four modifications of the Rolling Stones model.
Greivari sauna stove
Cuirassier models
This includes eight wood-burning heating devices of the Greivari brand, designed for rooms with a volume of 6 to 32 cubic meters. All of them are made of structural steel up to 0.6 cm thick and are designed for use with a chimney pipe ø115 mm. More precise technical parameters depend on the specific model; for greater convenience, the information is presented in the form of a small table.
Table No. 1. Characteristics of Cuirassier sauna stoves
| Name | Description | Weight, kg | Steam room volume, m³ | Combustion chamber volume, l | Manufacturer's recommended price, in rubles* |
| Cuirassier 10 Standard | An unremarkable small-sized model, which, as it turns out, has the highest power in its class and is almost in no way inferior to its “older” brothers. There is a lot of fuel space; the heater is designed for 45 kg of stones. | 57 | From 6 to 12 | 45 | 12 403 |
| Cuirassier 10 Intro | The characteristics of the model differ slightly from the parameters of the device described above. Small dimensions, 45 kg heater. There is a wide panoramic screen with a diagonal of 400 mm. | 63 | From 6 to 12 | 45 | 19 352 |
| Cuirassier 15 Standard | The developers call this model the “golden mean”, because it combines everything that is required from a sauna stove. Suitable for almost any climate zone and steam room, for fans of bath procedures and those who want to warm up and wash themselves. Capable of holding up to 50 kg of stones. | 68 | From 8 to 16 | 58 | 14 734 |
| Cuirassier 15 Intro | The parameters are almost the same, the main difference is the wide screen with a diagonal of 400 mm. | 72 | From 8 to 16 | 57 | 21 683 |
| Cuirassier 20 Standard | A model with additional power, capable of quickly and efficiently heating the steam room to the desired temperature. Provides strong steam, ideal for lovers of strong sensations. Holds up to 33 kg of stones. | 72 | From 12 to 24 | 78 | 17 257 |
| Cuirassier 20 Intro | Traditionally, the parameters are the same as the standard Cuirassier 20, but there is a wide panoramic screen for watching how the wood burns. | 79 | From 12 to 24 | 78 | 26 379 |
| Cuirassier 25 Standard | Heavy premium model with a 100-liter combustion chamber and a heater for 90 kg of stones. The door can be either standard or glass. | 89 | From 16 to 32 | 100 | 19 144 |
| Cuirassier 25 Intro | Everything is the same here: the main difference is the presence of a wide panoramic Intro screen. | 89 | From 16 to 32 | 100 | 29 754 |
* – in regions of the country the cost may be higher than recommended due to transportation costs.
Video – Review of the Cuirassier 15 Standard model
Cuirassier Finka
The line is represented by only three modifications. All of them are distinguished by the fact that they are heated directly from the steam room - this, as you know, is one of the old Finnish traditions. In addition, there is the possibility of additional ventilation of the steam room, for which the stoves are equipped with a retractable ash pan. The heat exchanger and tank are installed on the chimney. Firewood is used as fuel; the appliances are made of 6 mm structural steel and are designed for a chimney pipe with a diameter of 115 mm.
Note! The manufacturer recommends using this model in tandem with a steam generator or economizer.
Let's look at the main characteristics of each modification.
Cuirassier 10 Finka
Cuirassier 10 Finka
A small-sized model, its characteristics are not much different from the more powerful representatives of the Finnish line. Let's consider them (characteristics) in more detail:
- weight – 53 kg;
- combustion chamber volume – 45 l;
- maximum weight of loaded stones – 45 kg;
- steam room volume – from 6 to 12 cubic meters.
The cost of the stove is 12,115 rubles.
Cuirassier 15 Finka
Greivari Cuirassier 15 Finka
Combines all the best that a sauna stove can have. The optimal option for practically any operating conditions. The characteristics of the model are as follows:
- weight – 65 kg;
- combustion chamber volume – 58 l;
- maximum weight of loaded stones – 50 kg;
- steam room volume – from 8 to 16 cubic meters.
The device will cost 13,798 rubles.
Cuirassier 20 Finka
Greivari Cuirassier 20 Finka
A powerful unit that provides fast heating and high-quality strong steam. Has the following characteristics:
- weight – 70 kg;
- combustion chamber volume – 78 l;
- maximum weight of loaded stones – 70 kg;
- steam room volume – from 12 to 24 cubic meters.
The cost of the model is 16,841 rubles.
Prices for Finka Cuirassier stoves
Cuirassier Finka
Model Cuirassier Swede
Greivari stove-heater Cuirassier 15 Swedish
It is produced in only one modification (Cuirassier 15 Shvedka) and is distinguished (like Finnish stoves) by the possibility of additional ventilation of a steam room. This technology, invented by the Scandinavians centuries ago, involves the oven maintaining hot, but at the same time fresh air. The device sucks it from the steam room directly into the combustion chamber. This leads to a decrease in pressure in the room, as a result of which fresh air is sucked in through a special opening or entrance door.
The air that is already spoiled by breathing enters the device and is discharged out. It is also worth adding that the model is also heated directly from the steam room.
Cuirassier 15 SWEDISH
The main characteristics of the Swede are as follows:
- combustion chamber volume – 60 l;
- maximum weight of loaded stones – 50 kg;
- steam room volume – from 8 to 16 cubic meters;
- price – 25,639 rubles.
Prices for Cuirassier Shvedka stoves
Cuirassier Swede
Stoves Cuirassier Corbis
Cuirassier Corbis
All models in the Corbis line are equipped with an octagonal open heater made in the form of a grid. Thanks to this design, circular laying of stones is possible (maximum weight is 220 kg). Stoves take quite a long time to heat up, although they retain heat for just as long. The climate in the steam room is mild; there is no need to add firewood too often. Moreover, the above-mentioned circular laying of stones provides other advantages - the IR radiation from heated metal is less harsh, and they can be poured on them from any side. The volumes of steam generated are quite large, but the steam itself is pleasant and soft.
For reference: the word corbis is translated from Latin as “basket”.
The line includes four modifications of the Corbis stove; let’s look at each of them in more detail.
Table No. 2. Characteristics of Corbis Cuirassier stoves
| Name | Description | Weight, kg | Steam room volume, m³ | Combustion chamber volume, l | Manufacturer's recommended price, in rubles* |
| Cuirassier 15 Corbis | A high-quality, middle-class sauna stove, a welded basket that can hold up to 140 kg of stones, is made of steel rods 0.6 cm thick. Suitable for most steam rooms and climatic zones. It is possible to install both metal and glass doors. | 77 | From 8 to 16 | 58 | 16 228 |
| Cuirassier 15 Corbis Intro | The characteristics of this stove are identical to the previous one, the main difference is the presence of a wide panoramic screen with a diagonal of 400 mm. | 82 | From 8 to 16 | 58 | 23 447 |
| Cuirassier 20 Corbis | A powerful device that provides quick heating of the steam room to the required temperature, regardless of the time of year. Provides strong but gentle steam. The heater can hold up to 200 kg of stones. | 95 | From 12 to 22 | 78 | 17 851 |
| Cuirassier 20 Corbis Intro | The same powerful stove, which traditionally differs in the presence of a wide panoramic screen. Otherwise (with the exception of mass) there are no significant differences. | 100 | From 12 to 22 | 78 | 25 456 |
Video – Cuirassier 20 Corbis Intro
Prices for Cuirassier Corbis stoves
Cuirassier Corbis
Rolling Stones models
Rolling Stones
A special line of Greivari heating devices, which should be discussed separately. The developers considered that the back wall of the furnace - massive and hot - was unable to function at full capacity, so they made it (the wall) from stones. This provided the Rolling Stones with additional benefits.
- Thus, the maximum weight of loaded stones immediately increased, while the unpleasant radiation decreased.
- You can now store various small items in the container located above the door.
- Thanks to deflectors and the special shape of the combustion chamber, the flame is directed in such a way that the heated surface comes into maximum contact with the stones.
- Special accessories included in the kit allow you to install a branded heat exchanger on the right or left even after installing the stove.
- Laying stones is done as quickly and safely as possible, since the lattice bars are removable.
- All mounting holes are hidden by a removable front plate. Moreover, this plate greatly simplifies the installation of the device.
So, the Rolling Stones line consists of four models. All of them are made of the same 6 mm structural steel, have a built-in heat exchanger and include a water heating tank located on the chimney pipe. The diameter of the chimney itself is 11.5 cm.
Rolling Stones v.2
Table No. 3. Characteristics of Rolling Stones bath models
| Name | Description | Weight, kg | Steam room volume, m³ | Combustion chamber volume, l | Manufacturer's recommended price, in rubles* |
| Cuirassier Rolling Stones v.2 | A high-quality model equipped with a glass door that can open on both sides at once. The capacity of the heater is 90 kg. | 120 | From 14 to 26 | 80 | 25 583 |
| Cuirassier Rolling Stones v.2 Gray | A modification that has the same characteristics as the previous version. The difference lies in the gray color, which is where the name comes from. | 120 | From 14 to 26 | 80 | 25 583 |
| Cuirassier Rolling Stones v.2 Gray Intro | Another “stone” model of the second version. The characteristics here are still the same, but there is a wide panoramic screen with a diagonal of 500 mm. And the mass of the structure is somewhat large. | 136 | From 14 to 26 | 80 | 33 478 |
| Cuirassier Rolling Stones v.2 Intro | The fourth modification of the model is a black device, equipped with the same 500 mm panoramic screen. Otherwise, there are no special differences from previous modifications. | 136 | From 14 to 26 | 80 | 33 478 |
Prices for Cuirassier Rolling Stones stoves
Cuirassier Rolling Stones
Design features, operation and installation
Construction of a stove of this brand
GREIVARI “Cuirassier” wood stoves. The units are equipped with an impressively sized firebox, allowing you to heat a large area of the room in a short time. The smoke collector is made of thick sheet steel, which ensures durability and safe operation of the stove. The wall thickness of the steel manifold ranges from 3 to 6 millimeters.
The design of the Cuirassier stove includes the following elements:
- firebox;
- convector;
- ash pan;
- doors;
- tunnel;
- chimney;
- water tank or flow-through heat exchanger.
The tunnel is shielded with metal. Some models are equipped with a transparent screen. This design solution allows stove owners to observe the beauty of the flames in the firebox.
Cuirassier stoves are easy to install. The complete set of GREIVARI models includes a screen that performs a decorative function and allows you to hide defects when installing equipment. Buyers of such stoves leave only positive reviews after their installation. Customers note the good ergonomics of the furnace and minimal costs for adapting the unit under non-standard installation conditions.
The design of the stoves allows reducing wood consumption while providing very high power. The intensity of the flame is adjusted by dosing the air flow. The additional air heating function allows you to heat Cuirassier stoves even with raw wood.
The GREIVARI “Cuirassier” firebox has a fairly large volume of 45 liters. This ensures rapid heating of the stones. Heat transfer from the walls of the furnace fills the steam room with heat at maximum speed due to constant air circulation. The stones are heated by hot gases. The firebox is made of sheet steel with a minimum number of seams, which creates the solidity necessary for long service and maximum heat transfer. Such fireboxes made of alloy sheet steel are resistant to the destructive effects of high temperatures.
The production life of these models is 10-12 years. In practice, stoves will last much longer, especially if they are used seasonally, during the summer months.
Additional accessories
Among the manufacturer's products there is also other equipment intended for baths. The use of all these additional accessories will improve the quality of your bath procedures.
Greivari universal heat exchanger
Heat exchanger
The heat exchanger is suitable for all sauna models of the company and can be installed on both sides of the stove. All modern models have a removable casing, so the heat exchanger can be purchased and installed as an additional feature. The main characteristics of the accessory are as follows:
- weight – 2 kg;
- dimensions, H/W/D – 25/40/4.6 cm;
- material – durable and strong “stainless steel” 2 mm thick;
- heating time to 95°C is approximately 1 hour.
It is also worth noting that the heat exchanger is designed for a tank with a volume of 50-100 liters. The cost of the device is 3,180 rubles.
Crater (steam generator)
Accessory for the furnace – steam generator Crater
A steam generator is a device consisting of cast iron shot or pieces of “stainless steel” arranged in a chaotic manner. Having a large heating area, this device is placed in a closed cylindrical container equipped with holes through which water is supplied and the generated steam is released. The steam generator, weighing 6-8 kg, is placed in the firebox flame, where it can heat up to 500°C. If you pour water over it, then within ten minutes an almost imperceptible steam will form (what makes it unnoticeable is that the droplets in it are very small).
How does Crater work? Water gets inside through a special funnel and begins to evaporate. The steam bursts out, passes through numerous pellets and plates, heats up even more and, finally, enters directly into the steam room through special holes.
The cost of the Crater is 3,902 rubles.
Heat exchanger for Rolling Stones models
Heat exchanger for Rolling Stones oven
Installed between the combustion chamber and the outer wall-convector. The heat exchanger can be installed with your own hands (on both sides) due to the fact that a removable casing is provided. Made from stainless steel AISI430 2 mm thick. Main characteristics of the device:
- designed for a tank with a capacity of 50 to 100 l;
- weighs 2 kg;
- heats water up to 95°C in just an hour;
- has dimensions (H/W/D) 25/40/4.6 cm.
The cost of the heat exchanger is 3,180 rubles.
Economizer
Economizer
A device that is hung on the chimney and filled with stones. Thanks to this, excess thermal energy is removed from the walls of the chimney and directed to heating the stones. The economizer can be mounted on chimneys with a diameter of 115-150 mm. Produced in two modifications:
- height 45 cm (costs 2,100 rubles);
- 90 cm high (costs more - 3,375 rubles).
Prices for economizers
economizer
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If you steam every day and all year round, then of course 3 years. My friend had a homemade one that lasted 20 years. Used during the summer season (late spring - early autumn) 2 times a week. Well, in the winter, twice a year.
I bought myself a Termofor Tunguska, but it’s expensive, and the tank is separate. I'm happy. I haven’t tried it in winter yet, but in the cold autumn it heats up just as quickly as in the hot summer: 40 minutes from the kindling and +80 in the steam room. 90. Steam room about 8 cubic meters. m, but I brought one wall of the stove into the sink, which is slightly larger than the steam room, so together with the sink there are almost 18 cubic meters. m. And in the dressing room there is a fire door with transparent glass - I recommend it. Of course, it's extra money, but it's beautiful. If you don't need it, you can buy a model with a regular door.
Features of installation and operation of Cuirassier stoves
Bulky and powerful Cuirassier stoves are installed quite simply, the main thing is that all fire safety requirements are met.
SNiP 41-01-2003. Heating, ventilation and air conditioning. File for download.
SNiP 41-01-2003
Also, installation and operation are described in the manufacturer’s instructions for a particular model. As an example, consider the document for Cuirassier models.
Instructions for installing and operating the Cuirassier stove. File for download.
Instructions
If operation meets basic requirements, the stove can last more than 12 years (at least according to the manufacturer).
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