The different lighter flames

Lighters are everyday tools commonly used for various applications, from lighting candles to cooking. There are several types of lighter flames, each with specific characteristics and temperatures. Understanding these differences can help choose the lighter that best suits your needs.

The different types of lighter flames

Soft flame

The soft flame is typical of classic gas lighters. It is characterized by a yellow-orange flame, resulting from incomplete combustion. This flame is relatively stable and suitable for everyday uses such as lighting cigarettes or candles.

Wind flame

The so-called storm or windproof lighters produce a more intense flame that withstands windy conditions. Thanks to better combustion of the gas, often butane, these lighters generate a stable blue flame, ideal for outdoor use or in challenging environments. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

Torch flame

The torch lighter is designed to produce a fine and concentrated flame, similar to that of a welding torch. This blue flame reaches high temperatures, making it suitable for tasks requiring intense heat, such as caramelizing in cooking or lighting cigars.

Temperatures associated with different flames

• Soft flame:
  The temperature of the soft flame generally varies between 800 and 1000°C.
  
  
• Storm flame:
  Storm lighters reach temperatures between 1200°C and 1500°C, thanks to a more complete combustion of the gas.
  
  
• Blowtorch flame:
  The flame of a torch lighter can reach about 1300°C, providing intense heat for specific applications.

It is essential to choose the type of lighter according to the intended use, taking into account the lighter's flame temperature and its resistance to environmental conditions. In addition, these devices should be handled with care due to the high temperatures they can reach.