The MI-Fire Medium 5kW FirePod Wood Burning Stove is a compact cast iron stove designed to deliver dependable heat, strong efficiency and timeless fireside character in a practical medium-sized format. With its 5kW output, A energy rating and Ecodesign 2022 Ready credentials, it offers a well-balanced solution for customers wanting a traditional wood burning stove that is efficient, robust and easy to place in a wide range of interiors.
Constructed in full cast iron, the FirePod has the reassuring solidity and heat-retaining qualities many customers still look for in a traditional stove. Cast iron not only gives the stove a more classic and substantial appearance, but also helps it hold and radiate warmth effectively, making it a strong choice for rooms where both performance and character matter. The medium FirePod format keeps the design compact enough for many standard fireplace openings and room layouts, while still offering a useful and popular 5kW nominal heat output.
With an efficiency of 78.8%, the stove is designed to make effective use of fuel while supporting cleaner, more modern wood burning performance. Its A energy rating and Ecodesign 2022 Ready status add further appeal for customers who want a traditional-looking appliance that still meets current expectations around efficiency and emissions.
From an installation point of view, the MI-Fire Medium FirePod offers useful flexibility with both top and rear spigot outlet positions. It is also suitable for a 12mm hearth, which can make planning easier in the right setting. Clearance information is clearly defined, with stated distances to both combustible and non-combustible materials, along with hearth projection and furniture clearance requirements, helping make it easier to assess suitability for a particular room or fireplace opening.
At 78.5kg, the stove has a durable and substantial build without becoming excessively oversized. The result is a practical traditional wood burner that combines classic cast iron construction with modern efficiency and installation versatility.
Key Features
- 5kW wood burning stove
- Full cast iron construction
- 78.8% efficiency
- A energy rating
- Ecodesign 2022 Ready
- Top or rear flue outlet
- Suitable for 12mm hearth
- Traditional stove styling
- Medium FirePod format
- Strong heat-retaining body
Expert Insight
A 5kW cast iron stove like this often hits the sweet spot for many homes because it offers useful heat without automatically pushing you into a larger appliance than the room needs. The fact it is suitable for a 12mm hearth can also be a valuable installation advantage in the right setup.
Suitability
The MI-Fire Medium 5kW FirePod Wood Burning Stove is well suited to living rooms, snugs, cottages, and interiors wanting a traditional cast iron stove with modern efficiency and practical installation flexibility.
Installation / Technical Notes
The MI-Fire Medium FirePod has a 5kW output, 78.8% efficiency, and an A energy rating. It is Ecodesign 2022 Ready, built from full cast iron, and weighs 78.5kg. The top spigot outlet sits 120mm from the rear of the stove, while the rear spigot outlet is 545mm from the floor. It is suitable for a 12mm hearth. Distance to combustibles is stated as Side: 400/400mm, Back: 160/250mm, Corners: 270/300mm for insulated / non-insulated flue, while distance to non-combustibles is Side: 75mm, Back: 50mm. Hearth projection is Front: 250mm, Side: 150mm, and distance to furniture is Front: 1075mm.
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