Did you know that many non-stick surfaces are made using Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), a suspected cancer-causing agent in the manufacturing stage? Well, you don’t need to worry because the Campfire Compact Non-Stick Frypan-28cm doesn’t have any perflur.., flurpa.., perfluroo.., any of that nasty stuff in it.
The perfect all-round size, this frypan will suit all your campsite cooking needs, and as a bonus come with a base suitable for gas, induction and electric stoves, and you can even stick the whole thing in the oven when the handle is removed.
Made with a triple coated non-stick surface over lightweight die-cast aluminium the handle is easily detached making it compact for transport.
Can you buy replacement handles - mine has cracked snd wont connect anymore
G'day Chris,
You can potentially get them through the supplier. Your best bet is to email spareparts@adventureoperations.com - they'll be able to let you know what options there are.
Since when is aluminium suitable for induction stoves? Does this have a steel core layer in the base?
G'day Phil,
We don't know the specifics of the manufacturing process sorry but can confirm, as per the description, that this is suitable for induction cooking.
A quick bit of googling says that some die-cast aluminum cookware can have a magnetised base at the manufacturing stage, so assume it has something to do with that.
Considering the partial aluminium construction, can this be used with acidic foods like tomatoes? Apparently this is fine with anodised aluminium like on the STS Alpha pan. This pan being die cast alumium but with an unspecified coating the answer doesn't seem clear.
G'day Jovan,
These pans are manufactured to the same standard as normal domestic non-stick cookware, so can be used in the same manner.
I personally do not use any non-stick cookware, however, it is a popular choice across the board for cooking of all kinds.
Looking for a pan that is lighter than a cast iron that doesn’t burn using the Coleman hyper flame. Will this pan burn on the low flame? We have the summit pans and they have been ruined by hyper flame stove, but we like the stove bc of how quickly it boils water for morning coffee!
G'day Michelle,
The Hyperflames pack a real punch, so they tend not to be so kind to nonstick pans. The Pyrolux Blue Steel pans are a tad lighter than the cast iron pans and should fair a little better on the high heat.
Hi, hard to tell on the photos. Is this pan any good for pancakes - is there a flat enough base section to cook a few at a time? Thanks!
G'day Reece,
Yes, these frypans are great for pancakes. Depending on how big your pancakes are you should be able to cook one or two at a time.
Just wondering how hard wearing the nom stick coating is, and if it’s ok to use with metal utensils?
G'day David,
The same usage/care instructions for nonstick camping cookware is that same for household nonstick, so we recommend wooden or silicone coated utensils only.
do i need to season this frypan prior to use
G'day Chris,
Thanks for your enquiry! As the Campfire Compact Nonstick Frypan 28cm is made with a triple coated non-stick cooking surface, there is no need to season this frypan.
Can you use this pan on the fire over direct coals or flames?
G'day Riaan,
Campfire recommends that this frypan is only used on induction, gas and electric stovetops sorry mate.
Is it PTFE (Teflon) or ceramic?
G'day Nick,
The Campfire Compact Nonstick Frypan range uses a PFOE free, triple coated, non-stick cooking surface.
Yeah I saw that in the description Ben What is the material though?
G'day Nick,
I've spoken with Companion (parent brand of Campfire) and their Customer Support team was unsure, so they're looking into it. Once I have a response from them, I'll pass it through.
All good Ben - I've done some googling and it will be PTFE (aka Teflon) - it's just that PFOA wasn't used in the manufacturing process http://www.thecookwareadvisor.com/what-do-you-mean-its-not-teflon/
This is Teflon pan as PTFE is just another name for it from what I have research. https://industrialcoat.com/ptfe-vs-teflon-whats-difference/
For anyone who may be wondering, I asked the same question, and Snowys (Thanks team!) was able to follow up and got the following answer: "Our factory have confirmed that it’s a water based non-stick coating similar to Teflon"
are replacement handles available for the compact nonstick 28cm frypan
G'day Kerry-Anne,
Great question! We'd need to look into this for you. Would you mind sending our Warranties Manager, Nick an email at service@snowys.com.au with some photos and we'll see if we can chase up some options for you?
Are spare assemblies available as the prongs look like plastic and are likely to break off.
G'day Malcolm,Â
I've had a look at the Compact Nonstick Frypan 28cm in person, and though it may look like plastic - the part where you attach the handle is actually made from metal.
It seemed quite sturdily attached, and as far as I know we haven't had any trouble other customers about it. If something wasn't right, you can always give us a buzz Malcolm, and we'll be happy to help!Â
Are you sure about this? The pic shown here https://www.snowys.com.au/content/images/thumbs/0005256_compact-nonstick-frypan-28cm.jpeg sure looks like the two prongs sticking out from the pan are made of plastic?
Hi Malcolm,Â
I can totally see where your concern is, as they do have a glossy finish in the image which makes it look that way, but I've spoken to the product manager at Companion and they have confirmed the prongs are made from Aluminium. The handle itself is definitely made from plastic, however.Â
Hu, The handle is sturdy and heat resistant. Have used ours many times. It's very good quality
Thanks for the feedback Simon! Glad to hear you're enjoying the quality of this frypan, we think it's pretty good too!
Can you put these into the dishwashing machine?
Just checked for you Margaret, and the information on the packaging states that this range of cookware is not recommended for the dishwasher.
or is there another one in the range with a lid that fits this one too?
G’day Maree, the Campfire Compact Nonstick Frypan does not come with its own lid, nor is there a lid available for this product. The only other fry pan we sell that comes with a lid is the Campfire Compact Deep Frypan – but that is a different shape and depth than the Compact Nonstick Frypan so it may not be what you are after.