The Ferrocerium Rod Fire Starter XL is a durable spark-based fire starter designed for reliable ignition in outdoor and emergency conditions. It produces very high-temperature sparks, making it suitable for

The Ferrocerium Rod Fire Starter XL is a durable spark-based fire starter designed for reliable ignition in outdoor and emergency conditions. It produces very high-temperature sparks, making it suitable for lighting dry tinder, prepared fire-starting material and compatible stoves.

Unlike fuel-based lighters, a ferrocerium rod does not depend on gas or liquid fuel and is suitable for long-term storage in emergency kits. The larger XL version offers an extended working life, making it a dependable backup or primary fire-starting method for camping, hiking and survival use.

Key Features

• High-temperature sparks – Produces sparks up to 2,980°C for effective ignition of suitable tinder
• Long service life – The larger version is rated for up to 10,000 strikes
• All-weather use – Designed to work across different weather conditions and altitudes
• No fuel required – Does not rely on gas, liquid fuel or batteries
• Durable construction – Combines a ferrocerium rod with a stainless steel striker

Suitable For

• Emergency preparedness kits
• Bug out bags
• Camping and trekking
• Bushcraft
• Survival training
• Vehicle emergency kits

Usage

1. Scrape the rod firmly with the striker to produce sparks.
2. Direct the sparks onto dry tinder or prepared fire-starting material.
3. Store dry and keep accessible as part of a layered fire-starting kit.

Materials

Stainless steel striker