I plan on filling this lighter and leaving it in my EDC bag. Will the fuel evaporate or "leak" if I don't use it?
1458347
They leak like a bee and flame willnot stay adjusted. Do not by one. They are junk.
2085689
...and 'no'. I would say it is designed to be operated upright as the fuel is stored in the lower half of the hand warmer in what amounts to something like cotton wadding...and it runs on the vapors of the fuel, not the liquid form. If one were to hold it upside down, fuel could conceivably leak out I guess... but I have never taken care to hold it upright while in my pocket and I haven't had any problems with leaks that I recall. Unless you plan on operating or storing it inverted (or over-fill it so liquid could drip from the wadding into the upper fibers) I would think for most purposes you would be fine. ...and 'no'. I would say it is designed to be operated upright as the fuel is stored in the lower half of the hand warmer in what amounts to something like cotton wadding...and it runs on the vapors of the fuel, not the liquid form. If one were to hold it upside down, fuel could conceivably leak out I guess... but I have never taken care to hold it upright while in my pocket and I haven't had any problems with leaks that I recall. Unless you plan on operating or storing it inverted (or over-fill it so liquid could drip from the wadding into the upper fibers) I would think for most purposes... » Read More ...and 'no'. I would say it is designed to be operated upright as the fuel is stored in the lower half of the hand warmer in what amounts to something like cotton wadding...and it runs on the vapors of the fuel, not the liquid form. If one were to hold it upside down, fuel could conceivably leak out I guess... but I have never taken care to hold it upright while in my pocket and I haven't had any problems with leaks that I recall. Unless you plan on operating or storing it inverted (or over-fill it so liquid could drip from the wadding into the upper fibers) I would think for most purposes you would be fine. « Show Less
2085688
I try to keep it upright in my pocket. The fuel is in the bottom piece and the filament is in the top piece. I don't know if NEEDS to stay upright but I would think that if it were upside down the fuel wouldn't feed the element properly.
1440206
There is a very good possibility that it will. You may have to fill with butane first if the seals don't keep it in for that long but I think it will. It is the best lighter you can find. It is worth the money. I only use mine maybe once a month and it works every time.
213682
It does the same for me as well. Since I use it nearly daily it isn't as much of a problem for me. I find that I have to fill it weekly to get consistent fire. I'm sure the environment you store it in will effect the evaporation as well, I'm currently experimenting with this as I store both my Zippos and my misc pipe/cigar tools in a small sealed kitchen jar my wife donated to the cause. So far good results.
1988229
Yes. I keep a jetboil flash and a fuel canister in mine. There is still a little room left possibly for a second fuel canister.
2213588
I've found that as long as the seal in your gun is good, no leaks, it doesn't hurt to leave it in there. I do and have had no problems with leaking, and then later I use it until it's used up. I've also found that if you put a drop of chamber lube, like the RWS, on top of the cartride before you install it, it seals better and it will protect the seals, keeps them from drying out. Hope this helps.
1177998
no.. fuel will drain back into can on it's own.. just hang the pump assembly to dry until next use.
2246795
No you do not have to fill the torch entirely in order for it to work. When I first used it I just put alittle it to test it. I filled mine a week ago made 20 tarts and it still has butane in it. No haven't had any leaking problems at all.
874181
You would have to be very careful. In "lighter" mode, it's just like any butane lighter, but in "torch" mode, it's an intense, focused jet that will burn through things and melt solder. If you don't need it to be portable, I recommend an electric heat gun. I use this one for heat-shrink tubing: 1 X ECG HG-300D Mini Heat Gun
1928027
No, but since it doesn't get very hot or leak gas, you can use anything that works for you, like a pack, bag or box. I put extra batteries in a bag when I'm cutting a trail (but you have to remember which ones have been used).
2221865
yes you can put it out by taking the burner wick off for a min. it will cool down then. I usually just turn upside down and tap it on my leg and the burner will pop off without take unit out of the bag. It takes about 2oz of fluid to fill. I use mine everyday at work when its cold and might use 2 of the big bottles of fluid each winter.I like mine and have 2, one camo and one chrome plated. I keep it in my chest pocket to heat my body core.
560129
It works great. I went on a 1400 mile Baja ride (all off-road) and it never leaked. However, it will allow fumes out, so don't pack your clothes around it.
35254
I don't leave the butane canister in the stove for safety reasons. I only use the burner outdoors. Hope this was helpful.
1019627
It might. Liquids does get suck in the pistol's nozzle, and it can damage the motor in case of getting in. You should place a paper towel all across the bag's top, nearby the vacuum valve in order to absorb it before it can get out. Or simply just be carefull... Good luck!
1573233
Yes. put on some gloves or take a pot holder and lift the burner off of it. Your fluid will evaporate away if you don't relight it right away though.
2221866
yes you can put it out by taking the burner wick off for a min. it will cool down then. I usually just turn upside down and tap it on my leg and the burner will pop off without take unit out of the bag. It takes about 2oz of fluid to fill. I use mine everyday at work when its cold and might use 2 of the big bottles of fluid each winter. I like mine and have 2, one camo and one chrome plated. I keep it in my chest pocket to heat my body core.