Purpose:
These lighters are designed to safely and easily ignite gas appliances like stoves, ovens, grills, or fireplaces.
Mechanism:
They use a piezoelectric system to generate a spark without needing batteries or a flame, relying on the mechanical compression of a crystal to create an electric charge.
Features:
They are typically made of durable metal, designed for one-handed operation, and can be used for various purposes beyond just kitchen appliances, like lighting welding torches.