Why a Hot Shower Belongs in Every British Camp Kit
Few things beat the joy of unzipping your tent on a misty Lake District morning, slipping into a stream-side shower and feeling proper hot water on your back. Camplux, the portable-gas specialist headquartered right here at Camplux UK, has turned that luxury into a lightweight reality. All six models below ignite instantly on propane or butane, meet CE (GAR) safety requirements, and work off the 27 mm clip-on cylinders sold nationwide.
At-a-Glance: Which Camplux Fits Your Trip?
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Model
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Flow-rate
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Weight
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Stand-out Feature
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Nano 3Pro
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3 L min-¹
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6.2 kg
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Built-in 4 000 mAh battery
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AY132B
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5 L min-¹
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4.5 kg
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Folding carry-handle
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AY132MAX
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5 L min-¹
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7 kg
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Freestanding legs & 4.3 L pump
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BW158C
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6 L min-¹
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5.1 kg
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Weatherproof rain-cap
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BW264BC
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10 L min-¹
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6.5 kg
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High-output 20 kW burner
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BW422
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16 L min-¹
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7.7 kg
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Dual Full / ECO modes
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Real-World Field Tests
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Nano 3Pro – Backpacker's Water Heater
Sling the Nano 3Pro in your rucksack, hike up Kinder Scout, drop the intake hose into a collapsible bucket and – boom – an espresso-length 5-second ignition later you have 45 °C water on tap. The on-board battery means no car nearby, while the LED screen prevents scalds in fickle Pennine weather. Prefer pictorial instructions? Check the blue-labelled Step-by-Step Guide: Setting Up Your Camplux Portable Water Heater for a pitch-side walk-through.
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AY132B – Family-Size Shower with Fold-Down Handle
Caravanning in Northumberland? Clip an AY132B onto your Calor 47 kg bottle, hang it from the awning pole and rinse sandy kids before they clamber back inside. Its low 0.25 bar start-up suits gravity bags, and the fold-down handle packs flat in under-seat lockers. First-time installer? Our DIY vs. Professional Installation: What's Best for Your Camplux Water Heater? post weighs the options.
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AY132MAX – All-in-One Free-Standing Workhorse
Wild-swim clubs rave about the AY132MAX because its tripod legs stand on pebbly riverbanks. The 12 V pump lifts water 2 m from a jerrycan, so you can base-camp in the Cairngorms with zero mains pressure. Pair it with our Must-Have Accessories for Your Camplux Water Heater (hoses, shower tent, carry bag) for a deluxe riverside spa.
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BW158C – Garden & Stable Hero
Mount the BW158C under a pergola, plumb to a water butt and you've created Britain's easiest garden shower. Equestrian yards fit it beside wash bays: the rain-cap keeps the burner dry when horses shake off. Before frost hits, follow the Winterizing Your Camplux Water Heater: A UK Guide – the BW158C's drain plug empties the copper coil in 60 seconds.
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BW264BC – Glamping-Grade 10 Litre Spa
Cornish glampsites love the BW264BC. Ten litres a minute powers a rainfall head, and guests queue less. Energy Class A efficiency means lower LPG bills; crunch the numbers in <span style="color:blue">Cost Analysis: Running a Camplux Water Heater in the UK</span>. The black chassis blends with cedar shower huts, while the digital thermostat reassures guests.
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BW422 – Two-Outlet Festival Beast
If you run yoga retreats or pony-club camps, the BW422 is the ticket. Sixteen litres per minute supplies a shower and wash-up sink simultaneously. Switch to ECO in August to save 11.5 % gas camplux.uk. Event managers should review Understanding UK Regulations for Outdoor Water Heater Installation before bolting it to a trailer.
Installation & Safety Checklist
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Regulator – every UK bottle needs a 37 mbar clip-on fitted with a hose rupture valve.
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Ventilation – leave 30 cm clearance above and around; see our Gas Safety Tips for Operating Your Camplux Water Heater.
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Mounting – stainless screws into 18 mm plywood or a dedicated bracket keep units stable during travel.
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Water In/Out – food-grade hoses rated > 70 °C stop plasticky smells.
For a full pictorial rundown, read How to Install a Camplux Outdoor Water Heater in the UK.
Ongoing Care & Winter Proofing
Keep spares (O-rings, shower heads, dust covers) listed in Essential Accessories for Installing Your Camplux Water Heater.
Eco & Energy Insights
Tankless burners fire only when water flows, saving up to 40 % LPG compared with pilot-light systems. The BW422's ECO mode halves the burner bank; the Nano 3Pro sips <1 kg gas on a weekend micro-adventure. For more stats, see Comparing Energy Consumption: Camplux vs. Traditional Water Heaters.
Frequently Asked Camper Questions
Q 1 – Do these water heaters work on Scottish lochs with very cold water?
Yes; set flame to “High” and water to “Low” for a warmer mix.
Q 2 – Can I run one inside a campervan?
Only with fixed flue and CO alarm – covered in Safety Precautions When Using Outdoor Water Heaters.
Q 3 – What if I smell gas?
Follow the emergency checklist in What to Do in Case of a Gas Leak from Your Water Heater and phone Gas Safe.
Next Steps: Deep-Dive Resources
Final Splash
From solo backpackers to festival organisers, Camplux has a water heater that turns any patch of UK countryside into a steamy spa. Choose your model, grab the blue-highlighted guides above, and you'll never face a chilly, soap-streaked rinse again.
(All specifications sourced from official Camplux product listings.)
