Solar Spark Lighter
This is one of those camping gadgets that is interesting and if you could get used to the change, could be very handy. It’s not something that’s really an option in an area lacking light, but if you have a whole lot of sunlight it’ll save you from having to carry around a constant supply of matches. Plus, unlike matches if something liquid spills in with your camping gear, it can still be used.
It’s made of stainless steel and is therefore very durable, so it can handle those harsh conditions. Plus it can be used time and time again unlike other fire starters like lighter fluid. The disk itself uses a parabolic mirror and the shape makes it so the light is focused in a small area. That makes it so that it will catch anything on fire that is between the two prongs. It can even be used for frivolous things like incense. It’s pocket size and can be purchased for $19.95 from Solar Sphere.
Source: Envirogadget
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Jason Nelms Says: June 26, 2010 at 6:53 am
You can do this for free with a chocolate bar an a soda can. Polish the bottom of the soda can with a chocolate bar and it will spark tinder using the same method. It is a survival trick I learned a long time ago.
Morten Rasmussen Says: March 6, 2011 at 7:37 am
What is it about this item that makes it impossible for you to ship to Copenhagen, Denmark? That is in Europe.
Morten Rasmussen
Theo @ DIYHomeSolarPanels.org Says: June 26, 2010 at 3:08 am
This looks pretty cool, there seems to be more and more solar powered gadgets coming out these days which i think is great.