Despite the huge range of household kitchen appliances, most kitchens still have a traditional gas stove. Such devices are more practical and convenient, and to ignite them, matches are often needed. Today, many users prefer to buy lighters for gas stoves. The modern manufacturer offers a wide choice of such products.
Types of devices
Lighter - a compact portable device, which helps to get fire faster. Most modern models are equipped with an elongated spout, which makes the heat of the stove very convenient and comfortable. There are a huge number of species, so, before you go shopping, it is worth reading them.
Household gas
Such devices are small lighters, the body of which is fitted with a gas cylinder. They can be successfully used to light stoves and fireplaces.
Electric
They are powered by an outlet. The principle of operation of such devices is based on opening and closing of an electric circuit under the influence of a magnetic field. As a result of pressing the button, a fairly powerful electric charge is created, which instantly ignites the gas.
Electric lighters for gas stoves have many advantages. This is a long service life, instantaneous gas ignition. But there are drawbacks, due to which some refuse to purchase them: commitment to the outlet, inability to use in the absence of electricity. Such devices should be used very carefully, preventing the wire from entering the burner flame.
Piezo lighters
A very convenient option for the accessory, which will provide rapid ignition of the gas stove. Piezo lighter for gas stoves does not require mains power, there are no silicon or batteries in their structure. The current charge is obtained by compressing the piezoelectric crystal. But he is not so strong, as in electrical devices, so when using it you have to get used to it. To be able to ignite the gas on the first try, you need to bring the spout to the burner to a minimum distance. Due to the interaction of air, gas and electricity there is a fire.
Among the main advantages of such lighters should be noted:
- ergonomic body;
- complete security;
- work without wire;
- possibility of work at any temperature mode.
But they have a significant disadvantage - the lack of ability to repair the product. If the piezoelectric element fails, then you need to purchase a new device.
Electronic
The operation of the electric lighter is based on the use of batteries. Such devices are very convenient without wires. The only disadvantage of this option is the frequent replacement of food, but you can buy replaceable batteries today in any supermarket.
The devices are safe and comfortable to use, but it's worth remembering, that falling on the body of the liquid, grease or dirt may well lead to breakage.
Lighter with his own hands
As it became clear, manufacturers offer a wide range of such devices, which will help to light the burners, but if you have some knowledge and skills, you can make yourself such an assistant in the kitchen.
A lighter for a gas stove is easy to make with your own hands, since it has a fairly simple structure. If some item is not available, then today Chinese sites offer to buy them at a ridiculous price.
The main idea, which is involved in the process of creating the device, is the creation of high-frequency voltage, which accordingly forms a hot arc.
For self-creation will be required:
- Li-ion battery 18490/1400 mAh;
- Charger for the specified battery;
- transformer, which is used in halogen lamps on 50 W, with wire 0,5 mm;
- field-effect transistor IRFZ44;
- power button and other small items;
- frame;
- soldering iron and solder.
The scheme of the structure is presented in the image:
The process of assembling your own hands is as follows.
- Charger preparation. This requires a Li-ion battery board with special protection, which are present 2 indicator. One glows green and indicates recharging, the second is red, when the battery is low. Such a device should be charged with a current of up to 1Am using any 5V power supply.
- You can use any battery, but the standard is used here 18490 with capacity 1400 magician, since it has a reduced size, which will positively affect the volume of the received device.
- As a basis for the converter the transistor and a core from the electronic transformer of a halogen lamp with a power of 50 W is used. The transformer is first soldered, the winding is removed, and network wiring remains. The primary winding is wound on the core, and then insulated with several layers of tape. In the next step, the secondary winding is wound. A stranded wire is soldered to the end of the second winding. Then it is necessary to ring the received transformer and to isolate by means of a usual insulating tape.
- All elements of the new device are prepared, therefore they can be installed in the case and to check up work of the received device.
In conclusion, it is worth noting, that lighters for gas stoves are a very convenient device, which will help ignite the gas stove regardless, to which type or model it belongs.