Buy Looftlighter 70018 Fire Lighting ToolLooftlighter 70018 Fire Lighting Tool Product Description:
- Igniting fires and bbqs takes just a few seconds
- The patented hot airstream process eliminates the chemical taste that infuses onto food when using lighter fluid and gas
- Equipped with a safety casing
- Does not throw flames
- Speeds up heating process of coals and fire
Product Description
Developed by Swedish inventor, Richard Looft, the Looftlighter ignites wood or charcoal in less than 60 seconds with its patented hot airstream process. It makes charcoal barbecue preparation quick, clean, safe and easy, without the need for lighter fluids. Igniting fires and BBQs now takes just a few seconds. You can use the Looftlighter to speed up the heating process of your coals so that your BBQ is ready for cooking in just a few minutes. The patented hot airstream process eliminates the chemical taste that sometimes is infused in food when using lighter fluid and gas grills. BBQ chefs are now achieving the clean taste of their grilling and smoking recipes. The Looftlighter does not throw flames, but instead blows a hot airstream at 1,256 degrees Fahrenheit. It will switch off immediately the user releases the On button, and is equipped with a safety casing that cools to the touch within a few seconds after use. Simply plug the Looftlighter into a wall socket, and touch the nose of the lighter to your wood or coals. In about 15 seconds sparks will appear.
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21 of 21 people found the following review helpful.
Great for Charcoal or Wood Fireplaces
By D. Schultz
The Looftlighter is an electric fire starter that is more like a blow dryer on steroids. It contains an electric coil and blows air through the cylinder at a very high rate. Charcoal can be lit is as little as 60 seconds by simply touching the end to the charcoal for 20-30 seconds and backing it away slightly as sparks appear. It can also be used to start wood fireplaces by using the same method on kindling or newspaper.I found it to be excellent for starting one area in 60 seconds and placing it in one or two other areas of the charcoal pile took about half the time before the charcoal started sparking. It also comes with an attached steel stand (not seen in photo) that also serves as a bottle opener.Pros- Starts charcoal faster than wax fire starters or lighter fluid.- Environmentally responsible because it eliminates petroleum based starters.- Eliminates the chemical taste that lighter fluid infuses in food.- Sleek design and easy to use.- Can be used on charcoal and wood.- Tested and approved by Underwriters Laboratories.Cons- Comes with 9.5ft electric cord, but you may need an extension cord if an electric outlet isn't nearby.- Price may be high depending on the amount of use.The Last WordIf you're an avid griller and want a quick way to start your charcoal this could be a useful addition to your grilling accessories. The price may deter some from making a purchase, but it depends on the priority you put on price and convenience. I've been happy with mine for the last six months and use it every week.
35 of 41 people found the following review helpful.
Important Negative
By DaveH
The Looftlighter works very well to start charcoal fires quickly. The powerful blower penetrates heat deep into a pile of charcoal and gets a fire going in a few minutes.There is one significant negative potential buyers should be aware of regarding this product. The device produces a lot of sparks and the blower sends them all over. I would recommend against using this device in any fire hazardous environment or anywhere flying sparks might be a problem.
8 of 9 people found the following review helpful.
Did not last too long!
By J. Ho
This product worked great, too bad it only lasted 3 months. It will not turn on now. I registered my product. Tried to contact Looftlighter via e-mail they did not respond to my e-mail. Cannot recomend this product, poor customer service. I really liked it when it was working.
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