Looftlighter - Electric Barbeque & Stove Lighter

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That’s all the facts — but what do they boil down to? Should you light it up or let it go? What We Like When holding the BBQ fire starter, use the insulated handle only. And since it is far away enough from the heat, gloves are not a necessity. Since such liquids are highly flammable, using or storing them around the house could also lead to accidents. Easy Lighting Charcoal

To speed up the process, just move to another section of your charcoal pile. You’ll probably be totally ready to cook in about 5 minutes, depending on how much charcoal you’re using. Pure-wax starters can melt through the grill grate, leaving a bit of residue and making them less effective. To reduce the residue, Laing recommends setting a couple of briquettes on the grill’s charcoal grate, balancing a starter cube on top, and then lighting the cube before setting a chimney full of charcoal over it.This chimney starter features a zinc-coated galvanized steel construction for durability. It also comes with diameter holes at the base, where you can fit your light coals or crunched newspaper. With a charcoal chimney starter this big, durability is often a point of concern. That is not so with the REDCAMP Chimney Starter. It is made of high-quality galvanized sheet that is heat resistant to guarantee long life. What’s more, the charcoal grate is zinc coated for added durability. If you are a grill enthusiast who uses their charcoal lighter regularly, you want something that will stand the test of time. Therefore, your lighter of choice should feature high-quality materials and sturdy construction. The operation of the Looftlighter couldn’t be more straightforward. Press the button. Point it at something flammable. One of the reasons we all love a barbecue is the lovely charcoal taste your meat or veggies are infused with, but the chemical taste of firelighters or lighter fluid isn’t quite so pleasant. Even if you can’t taste it, just the thought of those strong chemicals on your food is enough to put you off. As the Looftlighter uses only hot air to fire up your barbecue, you can enjoy your food without the nasty chemicals.

The Looftlighter uses electric heat and air to ignite fuel. There’s no flame, and not even gas to put nasty flavors on your food. Perhaps you’ve tried many of the methods in our guide to lighting charcoal? Starter cubes, lighter fluids, chimneys, and traditional electric charcoal starters, which are basically stove top elements with a handle. The fact that this amazing tool is battery powered is a huge convenience. As long as it’s fully charged, it can be used literally anywhere. Additionally, the battery only takes 2 hours to charge As invaluable in the winter as it is in the summer barbecue season, the Looftlighter is great for starting a fire in your wood-burning stove or open fireplace. The Looftlighter also features an auto shut-off function, so the second you remove your finger from the button, it stops blowing hot air, so there’s no danger of dropping it on the ground while it’s still running.It would be great if there were a cordless version of the Looftlighter, but I suppose the battery would need to be tremendous to generate that kind of heat. Fortunately, the nearly 10’ cord gives us a fair bit of freedom. If you are willing to wait for about 20 minutes for your coals to turn amber red, then a basic chimney or electric charcoal lighter will get you there. However, if you want to light your charcoal within seconds, a high-powered electrical or propane lighter with be more your speed. Durability Using liquid starters is one of the least popular ways of lighting charcoal. First, the liquid fuel soaks into the charcoal and produces a foul smell when burned. There is no denying that charcoal grills are big on flavor, but lighting them can be a real headache. Of course, you can use lighter fluid, but that can distort the taste of your food and even endanger your health. If you’re unsure how to light a charcoal grill without frustration, chances are you need a good BBQ lighter. Whether it be a chimney, electric starter, propane lighter, or refillable torch lighter, they each have their pros and cons. Below, we weigh all of these factors and more to help you determine the best charcoal starter for your next cookout. 1. Weber Rapidfire Chimney Starter 7416

Although the chimney is big, it is easily collapsible for convenient storage and portability, folding down to 10.6 x 8.4 x 2 inches. Don’t worry; it is easy to reassemble once you take it apart. To use a charcoal chimney starter, place flammable material under the chimney’s grate and charcoal in the chimney’s tower and then light the material with a match. Once the starter’s flames spread to the charcoal, they will climb up the tower until they dance out the top, heating the charcoal and starting to coat it in white ash. After about 15 or 20 minutes (or less if you only partially filled the chimney), the coals will be ready to dump onto the grill.

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I love that the Looft Lighter X stands vertically, making it simple to set down after use without worrying about it accidentally brushing up against something flammable and starting an unintended fire. In my opinion this is a huge improvement from the original Looft Lighter X because I was always leary about setting that down while it was hot. If you’ve ever grilled over charcoal, then you already know that one of the biggest headaches is getting the charcoal lit. We recommend reading the instructions first before using it, because this thing isn't going to ignite your entire grill in sixty seconds. The operation is extremely simple. You press the button, which has a little fire symbol on it, and hot air is fired from the nozzle. When you release your finger from the button, the hot air is stopped. The operation couldn't be more simple.

Your hungry guests can’t wait forever for you to light your grill. In such desperate moments, the Looftlighter Electric Lighter could save the day. This is about the cleanest way I know of to start a fire. There’s no need for toxic chemicals like lighter fluid. We’re just using good old clean superheated air to light charcoal grills, fireplace logs, fire pits, or an outdoor pizza oven. It includes a 90-degree elbow situated on the side.The opening creates a turbo effect that drives in more air into the chimney to accelerate the ignition. This innovation will turn your coals amber red in mere minutes. Now, actually getting the hang of lighting charcoal does require a bit of patience and learning. You must follow the instructions provided.Lighting your grill should be a straightforward process every time. That’s why choosing the right charcoal starter for your needs is essential. A lighter’s warranty policy can also say a lot about the manufacturer’s confidence in their product. It will also come in handy if the charcoal lighter turns out to be defective. Price