FAQs - Tiki Torches from Hawaii

Q: How many evenings of use will the Kerosene / Citronella torch’s fuel capacity allow.

At 4 – 5 hours of nightly use, the Kerosene / Citronella tiki torch’s capacity should give 5 – 7 evenings of use.

Q: How long will a Kerosene / Citronella tiki torch burn in one evening?

A Kerosene / Citronella tiki torch will burn 5 to 6 hours in one evening, with the limit being reached as the cotton wick burns down. With the wick raised approximately 1.5” (38mm) above the top brass fitting, the cotton torch wick will burn down throughout the evening, even with torch fuel still in the torch.

Q: How often does the Kerosene / Citronella torch wick need to be advanced?

With every use. Start off the evening with about 1.5” (38mm) of cotton wick about the brass wickholder fitting.

Q: How wind resistant are gas tiki torches?

Wind resistance of gas tiki torches is dependent upon the gas consumption. A typical natural gas torch using 22,500 BTUs / hour (producing a 12” – 15” flame height with no wind) has remain lit after being tested in 40 mph winds at CSA’s Irvine, California facility. However, winds greater than 15 mph will reduce the brilliance of the flame, with the wind possibly making it difficult to even enjoy the outdoors at that level.

Q: How much light will a gas tiki torch provide?

The amount of light given off by a gas tiki torch is dictated by the flame height, which is dependent upon the gas consumption. A traditional conical tiki torch at a 2.3-meter mounting height, and 15” flame with no wind will deliver approximately .48 footcandles (5.17 lux) at a 1 meter radius from the pole. At a 5-meter radius, the light level drops to .13 footcandles (1.4 lux).

Q: What type of tiki torch will last longest?

A tiki torch made from a corrosion resistant metal or alloy will last longest. This includes copper, brass, or a 300 series stainless steel.

Q: How long will a single propane gas tiki torch burn using a 20 lb tank?

A tiki torch consuming 14,600 BTUs at a typical 11” water column and fed by a full 20 lb. propane tank, also referred to as a “grill” cylinder, should last more than 28 hours.