Cadac 500g gas cartridge

Cooking for a group at camp takes a lot more fuel than boiling water for one. When you’re grilling nyama choma at Lake Naivasha, making breakfast for friends at a Hell’s Gate campsite or cooking dinner on a weekend road trip, running out of gas halfway through a meal is the last thing you want. The Cadac 500g gas cartridge gives you twice the fuel of a standard camping canister, so you can cook longer, feed more people and worry less about carrying spares.

Each Cadac 500g gas cartridge contains a butane/propane gas mix. Butane burns efficiently in warm conditions, while propane helps keep the pressure up when temperatures drop, giving you a steadier flame than butane alone. The cartridge uses a standard EN417 threaded valve that screws securely onto compatible appliances, and its self-sealing safety valve closes automatically when you disconnect, so no gas escapes when you unscrew it after cooking.

Why Choose the Cadac 500g Gas Cartridge?

Cadac is one of the best-known names in outdoor cooking, and the Cadac 500g gas cartridge is made to power its popular Safari Chef range. It screws directly under the Safari Chef HP barbecue and works with Cadac’s Dual Power Pak and threaded cartridge regulators. Because it uses the standard EN417 thread, it also fits many other screw-on camping stoves and lanterns, making it a versatile fuel choice for your whole outdoor kitchen.

The larger size is the main advantage. For car camping, group trips and longer stays, one Cadac 500g gas cartridge can replace two smaller canisters, which means fewer changes mid-meal and better value per gram. If you’re hiking light and carrying your stove on your back, our smaller Coleman C300 Performance Gas Cartridge (240g) is the more compact option.

Benefits

Here’s what the Cadac 500g gas cartridge brings to your outdoor cooking:

• More cooking time: Twice the gas of a standard 250g canister means fewer mid-meal changes.
• Better value: Larger cartridges generally cost less per gram of fuel.
• No wasted gas: Disconnect after cooking and save the rest for your next trip.
• Safer storage and transport: The self-sealing valve keeps gas in when packed.
• One fuel for many appliances: Use it with your BBQ, camp stove or lantern.

Perfect For

• Group camping and family trips
• Camping BBQs and braais with the Cadac Safari Chef
• Car camping and road trips
• Picnics, beach days and fishing trips
• Backup cooking at home during power or gas outages

Where to Use the Cadac 500g Gas Cartridge in Kenya

The Cadac 500g gas cartridge is at its best wherever you’re cooking for a group or staying a few nights. Lakeside campsites around Lake Naivasha, Lake Elementaita and Lake Baringo are perfect for long evenings around the grill. Campsites at Hell’s Gate, Amboseli and the Maasai Mara make great weekend bases, and on the coast, it’s ideal for beach cookouts in Diani, Watamu and Kilifi. It’s also handy for overnight group camps in the Aberdares or at Kinangop. In very cold conditions, keep the cartridge out of the wind and away from frozen ground for a stronger flame.

Butane/propane cartridges with self-sealing valves are among the cleanest, simplest fuels for outdoor cooking. There’s no pumping, priming or refilling, and they’re easy to store between trips. You can read more about this cartridge and how long it lasts on different appliances on the official Cadac product page. For group campers and outdoor cooks, the Cadac 500g gas cartridge is a dependable, great-value fuel supply.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which appliances does this cartridge fit?

The Cadac 500g gas cartridge screws directly onto the Cadac Safari Chef HP and works with Cadac’s Dual Power Pak and threaded regulators. Its standard EN417 thread also fits many other screw-on camping stoves and lanterns. Send us your appliance model on WhatsApp and we’ll confirm the fit.

How long does a Cadac 500g gas cartridge last?

It depends on the appliance and flame setting. On a camping BBQ, one cartridge typically gives about 2 to 4 hours of cooking. On a small camping stove, it lasts much longer.

Is it good for backpacking?

It’s best for car camping and group trips. For hiking with everything on your back, a smaller canister like the Coleman C300 is lighter and easier to pack.

Can I take it on a plane?

No. Gas cartridges aren’t allowed in checked or carry-on luggage on flights, so buy your fuel at your destination.