
DESIGNED FOR PERFORMANCE
Introducing a mass heating wood stove so advanced it sets the new standard for performance. At the heart of the new architecture is a freshly designed feed tube which delivers both unprecedented operation and a thrilling new look.
With a large viewing glass door, and nearly 20 square inches of new space added for loading wood convenience, the new Altaire achieves a greater than one-hour burn time. Altaire also offers a new cutting edge Return Air Port System (RAPS)TM expected from the world’s best mass heating stove.
STRONG, RIGID, AND HEAVY
The Altaire has a state-of-the-art, steel-intensive design. High-strength steel is used in key areas to enhance safety and contribute to overall performance. Sidewalls, fittings, and chambers are expertly joined for rigidity and strength. The benefit of longer life makes 3/8” steel a natural choice.
NEW FEATURES
REVIEWS
The official first owner of the new Altaire had this to say:
"I recently purchased a [Standard] Zaug Stove to heat a 26 foot thermal mass that the owners of Zaug Stoves also built for me.
I was having some concerns regarding the burn time, called the owners, and was impressed with their willingness to produce a product that worked best for me.
In just a week and a half they delivered a different model of stove that is absolutely wonderful! Longer burn time without filling, the mass has heated up completely, stayed at 71.8 degrees during the night with a 2 hour fire!! …"
Read the full review of the first customer to own a new Altaire here.
COMPARE MODELS
|
Standard Zaug |
Altaire |
Price |
$2,100.00 |
$2,584.00 |
Height |
42” (106.68cm) High |
42” (106.68cm) High |
Diameter |
21” (53.34cm) |
21” (53.34cm) |
Stove Weight |
340lbs (154.22kg) |
420lbs (174.63kg) |
Cooktop Weight |
30lbs (13.61kg) |
32lbs (14.52kg) |
Cylinder |
12ga. light carbon steel |
12ga. light carbon steel |
Combustion Chamber |
7 5/8” square x 3/8” (19.36cm square x .9525cm) Steel tube |
7 5/8” square x 3/8” (19.36cm square x .9525cm) Steel tube |
Insulation Chamber |
Welded 16ga. sheet steel filled with 2” Perlite volcanic rock |
Welded 16ga. sheet steel filled with 2” Perlite volcanic rock |
Ash Pit Drawer |
5” x 5” x 8” (12.7kg x 12.7kg x 20.32kg) Black Steel Handle |
5” x 5” x 8” (12.7kg x 12.7kg x 20.32kg) Stainless Steel Handle |
Feed Tube Opening |
6.25” x 7.5” (15.875cm x 19.05cm) |
7.25” x 9.5” (18.415cm x 24.13cm) |
Return-Air Port System |
Optional |
Complete RAPS |
Cold Air Return Inlet |
Optional |
Optional |
Feed Tube Glass Door |
Optional |
Yes |
Primer |
Thurmalox 245 Zinc Primer |
Thurmalox 245 Zinc Primer |
Finish |
Thurmalox 270 High Temperature Paint Optional High Temperature Clear Lacquer |
Thurmalox 270 High Temperature Paint Optional High Temperature Clear Lacquer |
Colors |
8 Standard Colors (Optional 16 more with $50 charge) |
8 Standard Colors (Optional 16 more with $50 charge) |
Operating Temps |
Cooktop Plate 450-800°F (232-426°C) Cylinder 250-500°F (120-260°C) Exhaust 90-200°F (32-93°C) |
Cooktop Plate 450-800°F (232-426°C) Cylinder 300-500°F (149-260°C) Exhaust 125-290°F (51-137°C) |
Exhaust Port Size |
Standard US 6” HVAC Duct (Optional sizes for Europe) |
Standard US 6” HVAC Duct (Optional sizes for Europe) |
BTU’s |
37,500/hour |
40,000/hour |
Fuel Source |
Dry wood, sticks, branches only. No Pellets |
Dry wood, small rounds, wedges. No Pellets |
Burn Time |
30 - 45 minutes per hopper |
1 - 1.5 hours per hopper |
Warranty |
3 Years / Parts and Workmanship |
3 Years / Parts and Workmanship |
EPA Certification |
No |
No |
Shipping Weight |
440lbs (199.581kg) |
520lbs (235.868kg) |