I wrote a Slow Clap Presents a while back about how wasteful Bic lighters are. I suggested using either a Zippo because it is refillable or a plasma lighter because it is electric and rechargeable. We have bought aim and flame lighters in the past for when we have bonfires but because the two we have left are running out we decided to opt for a more sustainable option moving forward. You can read Slow Clap Presents: Flick My Bic here.
The Handsome Husband and I looked at different plasma lighter options and decided to order one from Amazon that is made Explorer. It was under 15 dollars and it appears to be well made. We both really like that it doesn't require any type of fuel and it isn't a "disposable lighter." This lighter is rechargeable and should last at least quite a few years until the battery can no longer be recharged.
The price we paid for our lighter is equivalent to two and a half aim and flames but the difference is huge. The aim and flames that we used to use as well as all "disposable" lighters run out of fuel and go into the garbage. That really makes no sense. Reusable products give you the most value even if they cost a little bit more upfront.
The plasma lighter works the same way lightning does. The high voltage electrical current passes between two nodes that create an arc of highly charged plasma. The plasma creates heat and is able to light whatever object you put in it. The voltage in the lighter is much lower than in lightning, obviously and is safe for you to use.
When your "disposable" lighter or aim and flame is getting ready to run out make sure you look into a plasma lighter. They are cost friendly and a much better option for our planet.
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Where the charger plugs in.
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