You Rock Sir! Just bought the "Backpacker". Waiting impatiently for it to arrive. I have all the tools to refill my own bottles. When the backpacker arrived, I open the box and OH NO. This will not work! Then I came across your lifesaving video. Always a pleasure to learn new things from a fine youtuber. Thanks for the lesson!
Good tip about a nice option but even better, use the isobutane or butane canisters they were designed for - they can actually be reused or recycled too. The Backpacker Thermacell sips fuel and at a gram or two per day, runs for over a week on the smallest one. If you like adapters, there's one that lets you refill isobutane canisters. Runs incredibly cheap and you're not throwing out the pounder tanks on a regular basis. While pounders are possible to refill, it's a bad idea as they aren't designed for it, they're easy to overfill, and it's actually illegal to do so in many places, like Canada.
You just saved my camping trip. I would’ve totally forgot this tiny adapter piece and gotten so upset after purchasing both 16 oz propane and Thermacell and not being able to connect it together. Thank you 🙏🏼😁
thanks for watching! I absolutely love this thing. I have used thermacells for years, but converting this device is going to save so much so much money compared to butane.
We just got this set up ourselves! The mosquitos & flies have been so bad in the last 3 weeks down by us in Wisconsin! Chasing RV Sunshine 🌞- Joel, Deb & 🐕 Maya
My goodness I'm definitely going to have to show this to my husband so he could do this exact because not only does he but my youngest son get chewed up the Skeeters love then thanks for sharing
Do you have a hack for the scent pads? Those are expensive too. Can you buy just scent pads on its own? That's cool I didn't know they had such a device.
I know a few guys have tried spraying them with pyrethrin spray with mixed results. And YES you can buy just the pads, Thermacell Refill Pads: amzn.to/2Wby9Um
Permethrin SFR (36.8% mixture), a few drops on the used pads. The small propane bottles for other models can be refilled to after removing the check valve in them.
Dear god my brother I had my had my hand on one of the regular one until I saw that is ran for 4 hour on a tiny can of spendy fuel. OMG no way.... and then YOU come a long with the answer! ! ! SAVE! SO cool and Yes I will be getting one.
I have actually not had any noticeable performance issues. The pads still last the rated 4+ hours. The only noticeable difference is I only used a single 1lb propane take per Therrmacell for the entire 2022 camping season. I have two of the Gen2 Backpackers, and they both have worked great with this conversion. Others have had issues with different brand adapters not wanting to light or stay lit, but I have had none of those issues with the adapter in the video. There is a link in the description of the exact adapter I used. Hope this was useful and thanks for watching!
@@TheNorthwoodsRVLife I bought a converter that lets me run straight propane and it still doesn't work. I'm going to try one of the electric models seeing as I already have so many of the repellent pads.
I’ve been using this hack as well as refilling camp fuel cans with butane and it seems like no matter what I use for fuel, my thermacell runs for a few minutes and then goes out. I don’t think it’s a fuel issue but I’m wondering if you or anyone else has issues with the thermacell going out? Ty!
I’m having same problem got a replacement themocell same thing when I use with 1lb propane will try a another adapter seems to be working with the propane/ butane mix…
@@JohnSmith-jv1zg I ended up taking my thermacell apart because I realized it was going out even using a normal pre filled camp fuel canister. If I remember correctly there are two tiny filters in the fuel line, and I removed one of them and replaced it with a tiny bit of stuffed cotton from the top of a q-tip and it’s been working since then. I think commercial propane fuel isn’t as clean as camp fuel or the thermacell butane cartridges so it’s possible it could clog the tiny orifices in the thermacell.
This hack will only work for the Backpacker thermacell device and yes can buy just the pads separate. Running on propane will more thna likely pay for the thermacell backpacker device on only a camping trip or two. All links are in the description to a all the products in the video. Thanks for watching
The instructions say that the Backpacker does not work with 100% propane. Do you find it to work the same with propane as it does with camp fuel gas? thanks!
I have two of the backpacker gen 2's and use the adapter i have listed in the description, they have both worked flawlessly for over a year now and I absolutely love them! thanks for watching!
Very good BUT! LOL what about them small bugs that get you a night, i don't know what they are called but they come out at night, any way hope to see you guys soon at M-21
Thermowell's do fairly well on gnats, but have had a few places it reduced them but didn't get rid of the completely, but on the mosquitos and black flies it does really awesome. Thanks for watching!
Hi buddy, thanks for this, I was researching exactly this kind of mod and couldn’t find anything else online! I know on the thermacell website they specifically tell you not to use propane only fuel. I assume this is because of the value in doing it with a 1lb propane tank. Can you confirm you’ve had no issues with your thermacell since you put this video up? Still works just fine?
Propane has 3-4 times the vapor pressure of butane, per contained volume. Why we use it up north in the cold. I would assume Thermocell warns against propane for liability reasons, and also that the internal pressure regulator probably/possibly could wear itself out faster. A lot of people comment on how their T-Cell won’t stay lit when burning on these adapters. It is simply too small of a burner, overwhelmed by too much gas pressure for the oxygen that it can get.
@jaredbaratono897 is there anything that can be done to fix that problem ? Would trying a different adapter possibly allow a different regulatory flow?
@@ashley-joa.p.3159 I don’t know of one, but I am know it’s possible. Or just burn out a Thermacell every couple years, because to adapt it down, it would cost more than the replacement.
First thing I would make sure is the backpacker version you have is the Gen2 version, and if the adapter you got is the same one I have listed in the description, I have two of these setups and have been using them both over a year now without any issues.
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You Rock Sir! Just bought the "Backpacker". Waiting impatiently for it to arrive. I have all the tools to refill my own bottles.
When the backpacker arrived, I open the box and OH NO. This will not work! Then I came across your lifesaving video.
Always a pleasure to learn new things from a fine youtuber. Thanks for the lesson!
thanks for watching! and hope you remain misquito free
Good tip about a nice option but even better, use the isobutane or butane canisters they were designed for - they can actually be reused or recycled too. The Backpacker Thermacell sips fuel and at a gram or two per day, runs for over a week on the smallest one. If you like adapters, there's one that lets you refill isobutane canisters. Runs incredibly cheap and you're not throwing out the pounder tanks on a regular basis. While pounders are possible to refill, it's a bad idea as they aren't designed for it, they're easy to overfill, and it's actually illegal to do so in many places, like Canada.
A gentleman and a scholar. Thats using the ol' noggin. Thank you my friend. This hack is a game changer!
You just saved my camping trip. I would’ve totally forgot this tiny adapter piece and gotten so upset after purchasing both 16 oz propane and Thermacell and not being able to connect it together. Thank you 🙏🏼😁
Excellent adaption, Cory. Love learning new tips and tricks....thanks for sharing! Peace.
thanks for watching! I absolutely love this thing. I have used thermacells for years, but converting this device is going to save so much so much money compared to butane.
We just got this set up ourselves! The mosquitos & flies have been so bad in the last 3 weeks down by us in Wisconsin! Chasing RV Sunshine 🌞- Joel, Deb & 🐕 Maya
this thing was definitely a game changer and a huge money saver, thanks for watching
Wow! Had no idea this was possible!,!😮. I have to invest!
Great idea for conversion. I love it!
Thanks for watching, I love this thing, is going to save me lots of $$
Great info. I didn't know about the adapter. Thanks
thanks for watching, the adpater will only work with this model of thermacell
Today ive tried it but it did not work
Good job!
thanks for watching and hope you stay misqueto free!
My goodness I'm definitely going to have to show this to my husband so he could do this exact because not only does he but my youngest son get chewed up the Skeeters love then thanks for sharing
Thanks for watching, this little hack can save ALOT of money.
@@TheNorthwoodsRVLife I DID IT...I bought it all. The adaptors too
Hi, thanks for your video👍 I purchased - but my Thermacell pads don’t turn white? Is that normal?
Thanks in advance.
Love it! We need one.
thanks for watching guys! I love this thing so much I bought another one. It's gonna save me a ton of money.
Do you have a hack for the scent pads? Those are expensive too. Can you buy just scent pads on its own? That's cool I didn't know they had such a device.
I know a few guys have tried spraying them with pyrethrin spray with mixed results. And YES you can buy just the pads, Thermacell Refill Pads: amzn.to/2Wby9Um
Permethrin SFR (36.8% mixture), a few drops on the used pads.
The small propane bottles for other models can be refilled to after removing the check valve in them.
Dear god my brother I had my had my hand on one of the regular one until I saw that is ran for 4 hour on a tiny can of spendy fuel.
OMG no way.... and then YOU come a long with the answer! ! ! SAVE! SO cool and Yes I will be getting one.
Am glad the video helped you out G! thanks for watching
Thanks Pal
I would assume the propane burns differently, different temperatures, and air mixture. Does it impact the performance and does it use the pads faster?
I have actually not had any noticeable performance issues. The pads still last the rated 4+ hours. The only noticeable difference is I only used a single 1lb propane take per Therrmacell for the entire 2022 camping season. I have two of the Gen2 Backpackers, and they both have worked great with this conversion. Others have had issues with different brand adapters not wanting to light or stay lit, but I have had none of those issues with the adapter in the video. There is a link in the description of the exact adapter I used. Hope this was useful and thanks for watching!
Merci je vais suivre votre conseil.
❤ Thank you for this video outstanding
So cool ty
does pure propane work at high altitudes, 10,000 feet or more? Regular butane mix will not work above 7000 feet.
I do not know the answer to that, if you should find out I would be interested in knowing, thanks for watching
@@TheNorthwoodsRVLife I bought a converter that lets me run straight propane and it still doesn't work. I'm going to try one of the electric models seeing as I already have so many of the repellent pads.
I love it. Mosquitoes 🦟just love to attack me. I must always be wearing a sign that says "come on over and bite me Mosquitoes 🦟". Lol 😂
thanks for watching, converting this thermacell device over to propane is going to save me a ton of cash
I’ve been using this hack as well as refilling camp fuel cans with butane and it seems like no matter what I use for fuel, my thermacell runs for a few minutes and then goes out. I don’t think it’s a fuel issue but I’m wondering if you or anyone else has issues with the thermacell going out? Ty!
I’m having same problem got a replacement themocell same thing when I use with 1lb propane will try a another adapter seems to be working with the propane/ butane mix…
@@JohnSmith-jv1zg I ended up taking my thermacell apart because I realized it was going out even using a normal pre filled camp fuel canister. If I remember correctly there are two tiny filters in the fuel line, and I removed one of them and replaced it with a tiny bit of stuffed cotton from the top of a q-tip and it’s been working since then. I think commercial propane fuel isn’t as clean as camp fuel or the thermacell butane cartridges so it’s possible it could clog the tiny orifices in the thermacell.
@@MittyNuke1 can you provide more detail for how you did this? I’m having the same problem
@@JohnSmith-jv1zg I’m having this issue as well. What are the chances they changed this so it no longer works with propane?
Yep I’m having this issue. Would love to know more detail about replacing the filter!
Any issues after using for a few months?
No it's almost a year later still works great
@@TheNorthwoodsRVLife Thanks for the response!
The product in your link for the butane to propane item is not available. Update it so you can get $ for another link :) thanks !
thank you, i've updated it, thanks for watching!
Great hack!!! We hate mosquitoes
I bought a thermacell thing in July too, I'm Definitely gonna get that adapter thing for it, can we buy the pads separate too?🤔
This hack will only work for the Backpacker thermacell device and yes can buy just the pads separate. Running on propane will more thna likely pay for the thermacell backpacker device on only a camping trip or two. All links are in the description to a all the products in the video. Thanks for watching
I can’t get mine to light. Is there a trick? I can see the igniter triggering a spark but it will not light.
I have not had that problem, usually likes with just a few clicks, can you smell propane?
@@TheNorthwoodsRVLife I couldn’t. Maybe I have the wrong adapter. Do you have a link to the one that you use?
@@paulhorne4135 this is the ones I have, I have two of them and they both work great. Thanks for watching amzn.to/3sDPxNG
@@paulhorne4135 I can’t get mine to light either. Was super excited now I’m disappointed
The instructions say that the Backpacker does not work with 100% propane. Do you find it to work the same with propane as it does with camp fuel gas? thanks!
I have two of the backpacker gen 2's and use the adapter i have listed in the description, they have both worked flawlessly for over a year now and I absolutely love them! thanks for watching!
@@TheNorthwoodsRVLife 👍👍👍 thx!
Very good BUT! LOL what about them small bugs that get you a night, i don't know what they are called but they come out at night, any way hope to see you guys soon at M-21
Thermowell's do fairly well on gnats, but have had a few places it reduced them but didn't get rid of the completely, but on the mosquitos and black flies it does really awesome. Thanks for watching!
@@TheNorthwoodsRVLife Thank you hope to see you soon at M-21
Hi buddy, thanks for this, I was researching exactly this kind of mod and couldn’t find anything else online! I know on the thermacell website they specifically tell you not to use propane only fuel. I assume this is because of the value in doing it with a 1lb propane tank. Can you confirm you’ve had no issues with your thermacell since you put this video up? Still works just fine?
Yes it has worked great and I love it so much I bought a second one. Thanks for watching and happy camping.
Propane has 3-4 times the vapor pressure of butane, per contained volume. Why we use it up north in the cold.
I would assume Thermocell warns against propane for liability reasons, and also that the internal pressure regulator probably/possibly could wear itself out faster.
A lot of people comment on how their T-Cell won’t stay lit when burning on these adapters. It is simply too small of a burner, overwhelmed by too much gas pressure for the oxygen that it can get.
@jaredbaratono897 is there anything that can be done to fix that problem ? Would trying a different adapter possibly allow a different regulatory flow?
@@ashley-joa.p.3159 I don’t know of one, but I am know it’s possible. Or just burn out a Thermacell every couple years, because to adapt it down, it would cost more than the replacement.
doesn’t work anymore
didn’t work just all lecked out
Thought u weren’t supposed to run these off propane?
Dude I’m dying here…I bought everything in the video and it only stays lit for like 10 seconds. Any tips?
First thing I would make sure is the backpacker version you have is the Gen2 version, and if the adapter you got is the same one I have listed in the description, I have two of these setups and have been using them both over a year now without any issues.