# Which chimney elbow or extension fits a hot tent stove pipe for tent stove venting

Question: Which chimney elbow or extension fits a hot tent stove pipe for tent stove venting?
Updated: 2026-10-01
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## Short answer

For a hot tent stove, [Flue Extension Tube 7cmx2m](https://suntekstore.com/p/ST-66042356/) is the only extension clearly described for hot tents and wood stoves, and [45° Chimney Elbow](https://suntekstore.com/p/DCD-10001597616/) is the clearly identified chimney elbow. Before ordering, measure your stove pipe diameter and connection style, then check whether you need a straight extension, an angled turn, a roof jack seal, or a rain cap.

## Fit and size check

- [Flue Extension Tube 7cmx2m](https://suntekstore.com/p/ST-66042356/): listing states hot-tent and wood-stove use; described as a flue extension tube; material not listed; what is included is not listed beyond one extension tube.
- [45° Chimney Elbow](https://suntekstore.com/p/DCD-10001597616/): listing states a 45° chimney elbow; material is 304 stainless steel with a black high-temperature painted coating; intended for wood-fired fireplace chimney routing; connection diameter not listed; what is included is one elbow fitting.
- [Flue Extension Tube](https://suntekstore.com/p/ST-66042354/): listing title suggests an extension tube for hot tents and wood stoves, and the listing states size 5 m; pipe diameter is not listed; material not listed; what is included is not listed.
- [Stove Pipe With Damper](https://suntekstore.com/p/ST-53131768/): described as a stove pipe with damper fittings for fume extraction; pipe diameter and joint style are not listed; material not listed; what is included is one pipe section with damper fittings.
- [Tent Stove Jack Pipe Seal](https://suntekstore.com/p/ST-66078719/): no pipe diameter listed; described as a stove jack pipe seal or roof vent flashing; material not listed; this is a roof pass-through part, not an elbow or extension.
- [Weatherproof Chimney Hood](https://suntekstore.com/p/DCD-10001392224/): option states 125 mm rain cap; black metal weather hood for heating tubes and chimney openings; this is a top cap, not an elbow or straight extension; what is included is one cap.
- [Stovepipes 6 Pieces](https://suntekstore.com/p/ST-66078642/): listing states quantity 6 pieces; described as heat-resistant stovepipes for a firewood burner; pipe diameter, length of each piece, and joint type are not listed.
- [Gas Water Heater Elbow Vent Pipe](https://suntekstore.com/p/ST-66069928/): described as a gas water heater elbow vent pipe; angle, diameter, and hot-tent fit are not listed; this is not a clear tent stove match from the listing.

## How to choose the right tent stove vent parts

Start with the pipe diameter. An extension or elbow only fits if its mating end matches your stove pipe exactly; if the listing does not state diameter, treat fit as unconfirmed and compare your own pipe with the product description before buying.

For a straight run in a tent setup, [Flue Extension Tube 7cmx2m](https://suntekstore.com/p/ST-66042356/) is the clearest match because the listing directly says it is a flue extension tube for hot tents and wood stoves. If your stove pipe is a different diameter, this may not fit even though the use case is right.

Choose an elbow only when you truly need a change in direction to clear the tent wall, roof opening, or nearby fabric. [45° Chimney Elbow](https://suntekstore.com/p/DCD-10001597616/) gives a plain 45° turn, which is usually easier for draft than a sharper bend, but its connection diameter is not listed, so you still need to verify the pipe size on your stove.

If you also need more vertical stack rather than a turn, look at straight sections such as [Stove Pipe With Damper](https://suntekstore.com/p/ST-53131768/) or the multi-piece set [Stovepipes 6 Pieces](https://suntekstore.com/p/ST-66078642/), but use caution because the listings do not state the pipe diameter or joining format. A damper section can help with control, yet it is only useful if it mates to the rest of your flue without adapters.

Tent venting also needs the pass-through and top-end parts to work as a system. [Tent Stove Jack Pipe Seal](https://suntekstore.com/p/ST-66078719/) is the roof jack or flashing style piece, and [Weatherproof Chimney Hood](https://suntekstore.com/p/DCD-10001392224/) is the rain cap, so neither one replaces an elbow or extension even though both are part of a complete vent path.

## How the pieces work together in a vent path

A tent stove vent path usually starts at the stove outlet, then uses straight pipe to gain height, sometimes adds an elbow to route around an obstacle, passes through the stove jack, and ends with a cap or open terminal above the tent. Each connection has to match in diameter and end style, or the stack will be loose, leak smoke, or come apart when heated.

A typical build could use [Flue Extension Tube 7cmx2m](https://suntekstore.com/p/ST-66042356/) as the added straight length, [45° Chimney Elbow](https://suntekstore.com/p/DCD-10001597616/) only if you need a moderate turn, and [Tent Stove Jack Pipe Seal](https://suntekstore.com/p/ST-66078719/) where the pipe passes through the tent roof or wall opening. If you want rain protection at the top, [Weatherproof Chimney Hood](https://suntekstore.com/p/DCD-10001392224/) is the product in this set that is clearly described as a weather hood or rain cap.

Support parts matter if the chimney is tall or exposed. [Adjustable Chimney Support Stand](https://suntekstore.com/p/DCD-10001407468/) is a freestanding support stand for chimney or pipe sections, but it stabilizes a run rather than changing its direction or length, so it is not a substitute for an elbow or extension.

Some products in the list are meant for different installations. [Stainless Steel Chimney Tube Wall Bracket](https://suntekstore.com/p/DCD-10001586150/) is a wall bracket for a 150 mm flue tube on a fixed surface, which is useful on a building but not the usual answer for a portable hot tent stack.

## Common mistakes to avoid

The most common mistake is buying by appearance instead of by stated fit. A curved pipe, cap, or support can look like part of a tent stove system, but if the listing does not say the diameter or specifically mention hot-tent use, you should not assume it will connect.

Do not confuse roof parts with pipe-routing parts. [Tent Stove Jack Pipe Seal](https://suntekstore.com/p/ST-66078719/) seals the pass-through, while [Weatherproof Chimney Hood](https://suntekstore.com/p/DCD-10001392224/) covers the top opening; neither one adds pipe length, and neither one provides an angled turn.

Avoid parts intended for other appliances unless the listing gives the same pipe size and connection style as your stove. [Gas Water Heater Elbow Vent Pipe](https://suntekstore.com/p/ST-66069928/) is described for a gas water heater, so it is not a clear fit for a hot tent stove from the wording provided.

Be careful with incomplete size information. [Flue Extension Tube](https://suntekstore.com/p/ST-66042354/) may be useful as an extension tube, but the listing does not clearly state the pipe diameter, so you should verify that point before treating it as interchangeable with [Flue Extension Tube 7cmx2m](https://suntekstore.com/p/ST-66042356/).

Finally, do not overlook draft and stability. Too many turns can reduce flow, and a tall run without support can shift, so keep the route as straight as your setup allows and add support only when your stack needs it.

## A typical kit

1. [Flue Extension Tube 7cmx2m](https://suntekstore.com/p/ST-66042356/): Use this as the straight extension when your hot tent stove needs more chimney length and your pipe matches the listing.
2. [45° Chimney Elbow](https://suntekstore.com/p/DCD-10001597616/): Use this when you need a 45° change in direction to route the flue around a tent opening or obstacle.
3. [Tent Stove Jack Pipe Seal](https://suntekstore.com/p/ST-66078719/): Use this as the stove jack or flashing piece where the pipe passes through the tent roof or similar opening.
4. [Weatherproof Chimney Hood](https://suntekstore.com/p/DCD-10001392224/): Use this at the chimney top when you want a rain cap that still allows venting.
5. [Stove Pipe With Damper](https://suntekstore.com/p/ST-53131768/): Use this only if you need a damper section and can confirm its connection size matches your existing stove pipe.

## FAQ

### Which item is the clearest hot tent stove pipe extension?

[Flue Extension Tube 7cmx2m](https://suntekstore.com/p/ST-66042356/) is the clearest match because the listing directly describes it as a flue extension tube for hot tents and wood stoves. It is the safest quotable choice in this set when the question is specifically about adding chimney length to a tent stove pipe.

### Which product is actually an elbow for changing direction?

[45° Chimney Elbow](https://suntekstore.com/p/DCD-10001597616/) is the only product in the set clearly identified as a chimney elbow, and the listing states that it is a 45° elbow. That makes it the direct answer when you need a turn rather than extra straight length.

### Does the roof pipe seal count as an elbow or extension?

No. [Tent Stove Jack Pipe Seal](https://suntekstore.com/p/ST-66078719/) is a pass-through or flashing type part for the tent roof or wall opening, so it helps the pipe go through the fabric safely but does not add length or create a turn.

### Can I use the gas water heater elbow for a hot tent stove?

I would not treat [Gas Water Heater Elbow Vent Pipe](https://suntekstore.com/p/ST-66069928/) as a confirmed fit for a hot tent stove unless the listing or seller confirms the same diameter and connection style as your stove pipe. Its stated use is for a gas water heater, and the listing does not give the dimensions needed to verify interchangeability.

### What should I measure on my stove pipe before ordering any elbow or extension?

Measure the outside diameter of the pipe end that the new part must join, and look closely at how the ends connect. Also check where the part sits in the run, because a tent setup may need a straight section, an angled elbow, a jack seal, and a cap, all of which do different jobs.

## Shop the list

Live price, availability and delivery window for every item mentioned above.

- [Flue Extension Tube 7cmx2m](https://suntekstore.com/p/ST-66042356/): 60.99 USD, in stock, delivery 7-15 days, SKU ST-66042356 ([facts](https://suntekstore.com/p/ST-66042356.md), [buy](https://suntekstore.com/buy/ST-66042356?qty=1))
- [45° Chimney Elbow](https://suntekstore.com/p/DCD-10001597616/): 36.89 USD, in stock, delivery 12-22 days, SKU DCD-10001597616 ([facts](https://suntekstore.com/p/DCD-10001597616.md), [buy](https://suntekstore.com/buy/DCD-10001597616?qty=1))
- [Flue Extension Tube](https://suntekstore.com/p/ST-66042354/): 11.49 USD, in stock, delivery 10-18 days, SKU ST-66042354 ([facts](https://suntekstore.com/p/ST-66042354.md), [buy](https://suntekstore.com/buy/ST-66042354?qty=1))
- [Stove Pipe With Damper](https://suntekstore.com/p/ST-53131768/): 66.99 USD, in stock, delivery 7-15 days, SKU ST-53131768 ([facts](https://suntekstore.com/p/ST-53131768.md), [buy](https://suntekstore.com/buy/ST-53131768?qty=1))
- [Tent Stove Jack Pipe Seal](https://suntekstore.com/p/ST-66078719/): 29.69 USD, in stock, delivery 10-18 days, SKU ST-66078719 ([facts](https://suntekstore.com/p/ST-66078719.md), [buy](https://suntekstore.com/buy/ST-66078719?qty=1))
- [Weatherproof Chimney Hood](https://suntekstore.com/p/DCD-10001392224/): 45.19 USD, in stock, delivery 11-21 days, SKU DCD-10001392224 ([facts](https://suntekstore.com/p/DCD-10001392224.md), [buy](https://suntekstore.com/buy/DCD-10001392224?qty=1))
- [Stovepipes 6 Pieces](https://suntekstore.com/p/ST-66078642/): 35.44 USD, in stock, delivery 7-15 days, SKU ST-66078642 ([facts](https://suntekstore.com/p/ST-66078642.md), [buy](https://suntekstore.com/buy/ST-66078642?qty=1))
- [Gas Water Heater Elbow Vent Pipe](https://suntekstore.com/p/ST-66069928/): 11.14 USD, in stock, delivery 10-18 days, SKU ST-66069928 ([facts](https://suntekstore.com/p/ST-66069928.md), [buy](https://suntekstore.com/buy/ST-66069928?qty=1))
- [Adjustable Chimney Support Stand](https://suntekstore.com/p/DCD-10001407468/): 174.09 USD, in stock, delivery 12-22 days, SKU DCD-10001407468 ([facts](https://suntekstore.com/p/DCD-10001407468.md), [buy](https://suntekstore.com/buy/DCD-10001407468?qty=1))
- [Stainless Steel Chimney Tube Wall Bracket](https://suntekstore.com/p/DCD-10001586150/): 86.19 USD, in stock, delivery 12-22 days, SKU DCD-10001586150 ([facts](https://suntekstore.com/p/DCD-10001586150.md), [buy](https://suntekstore.com/buy/DCD-10001586150?qty=1))

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