In this project I will show you how to create an oscillator circuit for a CCFL transformer and combine it with a couple of complementary parts like a LiPo battery, a switch and a charging board in order to make a portable arc lighter. But only proceed following these instructions if you have basic knowledge of electronics since the produced high voltage can be lethal. Let's get started!

Step 1: Watch the Video!

The video gives you all information you need to recreate the project. In the following steps though I will present you some additional information to make building this project even simpler.

Step 2: Order the Components!

Here you can find a parts list with example sellers (affiliate links). But the CCFL inverter that I used is only available in Germany and Austria. The worldwide link contains another inverter that should hopefully contain a decent transformer.

Ebay:

1x CCFL Inverter (for Germany/Austria): http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/707-53477-19255-0/1?...

1x CCFL Inverter (Worldwide): http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?...

2x 220nF Capacitor: http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?...

2x IRLU3110Z MOSFET: http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?...

2x UF4007 Diode: http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?...

2x 220Ω Resistor: http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?...

1x 0.1mH Inductor: http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?...

1x 3.7V 220mAh 15C LiPo Battery: http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?...

1x TP4056 Charging Board: http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?...

1x Tactile Push Button: http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?...

Aliexpress:

1x CCFL Inverter: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_d8wuEQ2

2x 220nF Capacitor: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_dU4FEsB

2x IRLU3110Z MOSFET: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_dWTzGuq

2x UF4007 Diode: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_dYR45Bh

2x 220Ω Resistor: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_dTPpXjt

1x 0.1mH Inductor: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_dTrNFSm

1x 3.7V 220mAh 15C LiPo Battery: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_dZtvdV8

1x TP4056 Charging Board: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_dX8n0hp

1x Tactile Push Button: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_dXIIMcP

Amazon.de:

1x CCFL Inverter: http://amzn.to/2jqamLT

2x 220nF Capacitor: http://amzn.to/2jqg7ZR

2x IRLU3110Z MOSFET: -

2x UF4007 Diode: http://amzn.to/2hlNgBY

2x 220Ω Resistor: http://amzn.to/2jq1XI7

1x 0.1mH Inductor: http://amzn.to/2jq9ffd

1x 3.7V 220mAh 15C LiPo Battery: http://amzn.to/2jqderU

1x TP4056 Charging Board: http://amzn.to/2eUvMNO

1x Tactile Push Button: http://amzn.to/2iRokTM

Step 3: Do the Wiring!

Here you can find the schematic of the complete circuit along with a picture of my completed wiring. Feel free to use them as a reference while creating your own circuit.