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As an experiment, and after alot of time on Wikipedia, I'm in the process of trying this.
I tipped a dribble of Coleman Fuel on the bottom of an upturned coffee mug and lit it. It burned beautifully with NO smoke. I tried it with proper Swan lighter fluid and it burned exactly the same but with plenty of smoke.
My Zippo is currently in bits on a radiator drying out so I can try it with pure Coleman fuel. At £6 for 500ml, it's a bit cheaper and alot more convenient if it works... I'll report back in an hour or two.
Just tried it - perfect. Burns exactly like lighter fuel except perhaps even less smoke!
What else can I help you with?
Can you put lamplight lamp oil in a zippo?
No, it is not recommended to use lamplight lamp oil in a Zippo lighter as it can cause damage to the lighter. Zippo lighters are designed to be used with Zippo lighter fluid or similar fuels specifically formulated for them. Using a different type of fuel can result in poor performance and potential safety hazards.
Can a nail polish remover be used in zippo lighter?
No, nail polish remover should not be used in a Zippo lighter. It typically contains acetone or other solvents that can damage the lighter's internal components and may pose a fire hazard. Zippo lighters are designed to use lighter fluid specifically formulated for optimal performance and safety. Always use the appropriate fuel for your Zippo to ensure proper functionality.
Can you use zippo lighter fluid for charcoal fluid?
Absolutely not, you should only use Zippo Lighter fluid. If you're in a pinch, Ronson lighter fluid works too.
What is in the lighter?
In normal disposable lighters like bic it is butane gas, in Zippo lighters you can use most liquid that lights with a spark, but most people just use zippo brand naptha fuel.
Zippo lighter fluid?
To the original poster, your answer is incomplete. Here is MSDS statistics about Zippo fluid. 100% VM & P Naphtha VM&P=Varnish Makers and Painters Essentially it is Paint Stripper
Can you use normal fluid in a Zippo lighter?
Use can use any naptha lighter fluid in a Zippo. This may not be what you would identify as "normal," however; the more modern Bic lighter and many others use butane. Butane absolutely won't work in a Zippo. I'm not sure what would happen, but it could be anywhere from not working at all to a fiery explosion.
Where can you find Zippo lighter fluid?
Yes, and many newsagents sell the official Zippo lighter fluid, as well as other brands (Swan etc). yes pretty much. You can also use Ronsonol lighter fluid.
What is a good lighter fuel substitute?
preferably you should use official zippo light fluid but another you can use is basic lighter fluid.
Can you use butane lighter fluid in Zippos?
Butane will only stay a liquid under pressure. NORMAL lighters keep it in a sealed container so it only evaporates when the trigger is pressed. Zippo lighters are NOT sealed and even if they had a way to inject butane, it would all flow out the top. Zippos require a fuel that is a liquid at room temp and evaporates a little at a time so the sparks will ignite the gas. Zippo does produce a special butane lighter, however.
How do you convince your parents to get a zippo lighter not to use for smoking?
You can't. That is the only reason for you to have a Zippo. If they let you carry a Zippo to school, they need to have their heads drilled for simples.
Can you use lighter fluid in tiki torch?
I would definitely not recommend it. Stick with Zippo or Ronson lighter fluid. To be honest, I'm not sure if it would work, probably would, but you don't want to be sucking in those fumes, even in small amounts.
Can you fill a creme brulee torch with lighter fluid?
Not usually. Most creme brulee torches use pressurized butane gas as the fuel. This is the same as your regular BIC dollar lighter. It's the most common and cheapest, stored in aerosol cans. But more expensive petroleum fluids, such as Zippo or other naphtha fluid commonly using in camping stoves, and gasoline are not compatible with a creme brulee torch.
