Century Heating CW2100 Wood Insert (CB00027)
Century Heating CW2100 Wood Insert (CB00027)
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Overview
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The Century Heating CW2100 wood insert (model CB00027) is a compact, non-catalytic fireplace insert built by SBI, the company that also builds Drolet and Englander stoves. It turns a small, drafty masonry fireplace into a real heater for 250 to 1,200 sq ft, with up to 45,000 BTU/h, 17" logs and burn times up to 7 hours. It is EPA 2020 certified at 1.5 g/h, with an average overall efficiency of 75% (HHV) and an optimum efficiency of 82%. A 90 CFM blower and a 26" x 42" faceplate come with it.
Who the CW2100 is for
The CW2100 is built for fireplaces that are too small for most inserts. It fits:
- Masonry fireplaces with an opening of at least 25" wide, 19" high and 15 1/2" deep.
- Living rooms and main floors of about 250 to 1,200 sq ft that you want to heat without a freestanding stove.
- Owners who want to cut oil, propane or electric bills with supplemental wood heat.
Set expectations honestly: this is a small firebox. It is a strong supplemental heater for the room it sits in and the spaces open to it, not a whole-house furnace for a cold, drafty home. If your fireplace opening is larger, a bigger insert will hold more wood and burn longer.
Fireplace fit and installation
The CW2100 is approved for masonry fireplaces only; it is not approved for factory-built (zero-clearance) fireplaces, alcoves or mobile homes. The minimum masonry opening is 25" wide x 19" high x 15 1/2" deep; add at least 4" of width if you plan to connect a 5" fresh air intake kit (AC01298). Overall the insert measures 27 7/8" wide, 20 1/8" high and 21 7/8" deep, and the faceplate needs 1" of clearance to a combustible side or top surround. The decorative faceplate panel can be installed or left off, and the blower power cord can be moved to either side.
Chimney liner and the liner-kit bundles
The CW2100 needs a full-length 6" stainless steel chimney liner listed to UL 1777, run from the insert to the top of the chimney. The simplest way to get everything in one order is a bundle: the CW2100 + faceplate + 25 ft liner kit or the CW2100 + faceplate + 35 ft liner kit. Measure from the fireplace floor to the top of the chimney before you choose a length. Our chimney liner guide walks through sizing and installation.
Firebox, burn time and heat output
The firebox holds 1.1 cu ft overall (1.03 cu ft EPA loading volume) and takes logs up to 17" loaded east-west, side to side. Under EPA test conditions it delivers 8,471 to 31,700 BTU/h of overall heat output from low to high burn, with a manufacturer-rated maximum of 45,000 BTU/h on a dense load of dry cordwood. Burn time tops out at about 7 hours on a full load of dry hardwood with the air turned down; on a cold night with the air open, plan on reloading every few hours. The air control sits above the door and uses a removable handle, and a C-Cast baffle and ceramic glass in a cast iron door frame round out the build.
CW2100 vs. Englander Blue Ridge 150-I vs. Drolet Escape 1500-I
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| Century CW2100 | Englander Blue Ridge 150-I | Drolet Escape 1500-I | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heating area | 250–1,200 sq ft | 250–1,200 sq ft | 500–1,800 sq ft |
| Firebox | 1.1 cu ft | 1.1 cu ft | 1.86 cu ft |
| Max heat output | 45,000 BTU/h | 45,000 BTU/h | 65,000 BTU/h |
| Max log length | 17" | 16" | 18" |
| Emissions | 1.5 g/h | 1.5 g/h | 2.4 g/h |
| Blower | 90 CFM, included | 90 CFM, included | 144 CFM, included |
| Firebox and door warranty | 5 years | Limited lifetime | Limited lifetime |
The Blue Ridge 150-I is the CW2100's closest match on paper; the Escape 1500-I is the step up if your fireplace is at least 27 1/2" wide, 21 1/2" high and 12 3/4" deep and you need more heat. Compare the ship date on each product page.
Floor protection
In the USA, non-combustible floor protection must extend 16" in front of the door opening and 8" to each side of it. Your existing hearth extension counts toward the 16", so most masonry fireplaces only need extra protection if the hearth is shallow. Check our hearth pads if you need to extend it.
Why buy the Century CW2100 from StoveSource
- No Sales Tax in any state.
- Free shipping on orders over $250 to the lower 48.
- Authorized dealer, with the full Century Heating manufacturer's warranty.
- Price match guarantee.
- Real help measuring your fireplace and sizing the liner: call 1-888-914-0022.
- Fits small masonry fireplaces: tapered top and sides
- Heats up to 1,200 sq ft with up to 45,000 BTU/h
- EPA certified at 1.5 g/h
- Blower included
- Made in Canada by SBI (maker of Drolet and Englander)
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Specifications
| Heating area | 250 - 1,200 ft² |
|---|---|
| Maximum heat output | 45,000 BTU/h |
| Overall heat output (low–high) | 8,471 – 31,700 BTU/h |
| Maximum burn time | 7 h |
| Overall firebox volume | 1.1 ft³ |
| EPA loading volume | 1.03 ft³ |
| Average overall efficiency | 75% HHV / 80% LHV |
| Optimum overall efficiency | 82% |
| Optimum heat transfer efficiency | 78% |
| Particulate emissions | 1.5 g/h (EPA 2020 certified) |
| Average CO | 34 g/h |
| Maximum log length | 17" east-west |
| Door opening | 18 1/4" × 7 7/8" |
| Flue outlet diameter | 6" |
|---|---|
| Chimney liner | Stainless liner listed to UL 1777 |
| Blower | Included, up to 90 CFM |
| Fireplace type | Masonry fireplaces only |
| Minimum masonry opening (W × H × D) | 25" × 19" × 15 1/2" (add 4" of width for a fresh air intake) |
| Overall dimensions (W × H × D) | 27 7/8" × 20 1/8" × 21 7/8" |
| Faceplate | 26" × 42", included |
| Mobile home approved | No |
| Alcove approved | No |
| Floor protection | 16" in front of the door opening, 8" to the sides (USA); the hearth extension counts toward it |
| Warranty | 5 years on combustion chamber welds and cast iron door frame; 1–2 years on most other parts |
| Shipping weight | 287 lb |
| Made in | Canada |
Shipping & Returns
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Ships via LTL (Less Than Truckload) freight – carriers include XPO Logistics, Estes Express, ABF Freight, Old Dominion, and FedEx Freight. Transit time is typically 3–10 business days from ship date. The carrier will call to schedule a delivery appointment.
Remote addresses. Some rural or hard-to-access addresses carry a carrier freight surcharge. If yours does, we'll email you the exact amount for approval before your order is processed — or you can cancel for a full refund.
Curbside delivery only. The driver will lower your order to the curb or end of your driveway via liftgate. This does not include bringing the item inside, carrying up stairs, or crossing uneven terrain.
Have an appliance dolly and an extra person available on delivery day. Need inside or threshold delivery? Contact us before ordering.
Inspect before signing. Before signing the Bill of Lading (BOL), check for any visible packaging damage. Write "DAMAGED" or "Subject to inspection" on the BOL if anything looks off.
Contact us within 5 business days of delivery. Open and fully inspect your item within 48 hours.
Returns. Unused, uninstalled units in original packaging can be returned within 30 days. Appliance returns are subject to a $300 return freight charge plus a 15% restocking fee. Units that have been fired or installed cannot be returned. Accessories and parts carry a 15% restocking fee.
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