Introduction: Simple Igniters
This Instructable will show u how to make igniters without nicrome wire. Plus the can be set off with a 9v.
Step 1: Supplies
Supplies:
+2 2inch pieces of stiff wire.
+1 1inch piece of thin craft wire.
+electritions tape
+1 match
Tools:
+wire strippers
+lighter
Step 2: The Wires
1.strip about a quarter of an inch off of 1 end of the wires.
2.strip about half of an inch off of the other side.
Step 3: Tape the Wires
1.tape the wires together leaving about a guarter of an inch of unstripped wire on each side.
2. bend wires like shown.
3. separate the top wires like shown in pic 2.
Step 4: The Craft Wire
1.burn a 1 inch length of craft wire to get the coating off.
2.untwist the wire so its separate strands.
3.Take 1 strand and put it in the 2 stits at the top of the wires.
4.twist top of wires nad bend down like shown.
Step 5: The Match
1.tape a match to the side so that the head is pressed against the craft wire strand.
2.Enjoy. Made to be used with my detonator.
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21 Comments
12 years ago on Introduction
The title says "Simple IgniterS" as in multiples. but there is only 1.
Reply 4 years ago
You can make more than one igniter with this technique.
13 years ago on Introduction
It didnt work for me, and i put 12 volts through it. Any suggestioons?
Reply 13 years ago on Introduction
hmmm, i only used a nine volt, (but i have tried it with about 3000 volts befor :) ) if it doesnt work then its probly because the craft wire is too think, make sure you get the thinnest possible, burn off all the coating and unravel it, and use one of the tiny strands.
Reply 11 years ago on Introduction
go to home depot and get steel wool.
Reply 13 years ago on Introduction
K cheers, I found another way any way, which is working AMAZINGLY for me-havn't had a single dud yet! It's using old fairy light bulbs and match heads, so it's kinda expensive but still, they are sooooo reliable!
Reply 12 years ago on Introduction
this is by far the best way to make electric ignitors i have found. near my house there is one of those old fashoined redneck swapmeet places. you an get a crapload of old tatty christmas lights. you get like 100 ignitions for a dollar old string of lights, and a two dollar box of matches.
13 years ago on Step 5
It not work. What batter use? descriptions?
Reply 12 years ago on Step 5
you could use steel wool
Reply 13 years ago on Introduction
hmmm, if it doesnt work then its probly because the craft wire is too think, make sure you get the thinnest possible, burn off all the coating and unravel it, and use one of the tiny strands.
12 years ago on Step 4
I am pretty sure craft wire is nichrome wire...
13 years ago on Introduction
this is stupid why dont u just light the wick of the firework instead of lighting a match to light it
Reply 13 years ago on Introduction
Because we can. Turning electricity into fire is fun. If you don't get it, you're in the wrong place.
13 years ago on Introduction
what the heck is craft wire
Reply 13 years ago on Introduction
not really sure, just found some in my house while trying to find some more wire for a new sensor on my litle robot.
14 years ago on Introduction
I try it! It work! very nice!
14 years ago on Introduction
Nice with the match.
Reply 14 years ago on Introduction
thanx
14 years ago on Step 1
why do you have a lighter
Reply 14 years ago on Step 1
because that is how u get the covering off of the craft wire, then u unravel the strands and use one.