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How Hot Can Coconut Shell Briquettes Get?
Coconut shell briquettes are well-known for their strong heat output, long burning time, and clean performance making them a preferred choice for shisha, BBQ, commercial kitchens, and even industrial applications. One of the most important performance indicators is temperature. Understanding how hot different briquette sizes can get helps users choose the right type for their specific needs.
The heat level of coconut shell briquettes depends on size, density, pressing strength, and carbonization quality. Larger briquettes generally burn hotter and longer, while smaller ones heat up quickly but have a shorter burn time. Below is a breakdown of typical temperature ranges and burn durations for cube and solid hexagonal briquettes.
Heat Levels for Cube Briquettes
Heat Levels for Cube Briquettes
Cube briquettes are commonly used for shisha and hookah because they offer stable, controlled heat. A 20×20×20 mm cube usually reaches temperatures between 600 and 700°C and burns for 60 to 90 minutes. As the size increases, so does the heat. A 22×22×22 mm cube typically burns at 650 to 750°C for up to two hours. Larger cubes such as 25×25×25 mm reach 700 to 800°C with a similar burn time.
At 26×26×26 mm, temperatures increase to around 720 to 820°C, while 27×27×27 mm cubes can reach 740 to 830°C and burn for as long as 140 minutes. The 28×28×28 mm size pushes the heat range to 750 to 850°C with up to 150 minutes of burn time. The largest standard cube, 30×30×30 mm, can reach 800 to 900°C and burn for up to 160 minutes, making it suitable for BBQ rather than shisha due to its stronger heat output.
Heat Levels for Solid Hexagonal Briquettes
Heat Levels for Solid Hexagonal Briquettes
Solid hexagonal briquettes are designed for long cooking, commercial grilling, and industrial applications. A 4.5 cm hexagonal stick typically reaches temperatures between 750 and 850°C and burns for two and a half to four hours. Increasing the size to 5.0 cm raises the heat to 780 to 880°C with up to four and a half hours of burn time. At 5.5 cm, the temperature reaches 800 to 900°C and burn time extends to five hours.
Larger sizes such as 6.0 cm generate 820 to 920°C and burn for four to five hours, ideal for long cooking sessions. The largest size, 6.5 cm, can reach 840 to 940°C and burn for four to six hours, making it suitable for heavy-duty or industrial cooking.
How Hot Is Hot?
These temperature ranges demonstrate why coconut shell briquettes are valued worldwide. Their ability to reach high heat levels while maintaining stability and long burn time makes them ideal for users who require efficiency, clean burning, and consistent performance.
When properly carbonized and pressed, coconut shell briquettes deliver exceptional heat that outperforms many other charcoal types. Whether for shisha lounges, BBQ restaurants, or industrial kitchens, choosing the right size ensures optimal results.
