Specialty Lighters

ZoraCook specialty lighters include a solid-brass refillable blow torch, a handheld butane torch, and a USB arc lighter — built for BBQ, creme brulee, dhungar smoking, soldering, and precision kitchen work. Prices start at ₹152. Secure prepaid checkout — UPI, cards & wallets via Razorpay. Keep away from children.

Compare ZoraCook Specialty Lighters

Model	Fuel	Flame Type	Max Temp	Best For	Price
Arc BBQ Lighter	USB rechargeable	Plasma arc (flameless)	N/A	Gas stove, candles, diyas	₹152
Brass Blow Torch	Butane (refillable)	Adjustable jet	~1,300–1,430°C	BBQ, soldering, plumbing, kitchen	₹169
Handheld Butane Torch	Butane (refillable)	Adjustable blue flame	~1,300°C	Kitchen, BBQ, crème brûlée, safety lock	₹238

Which Specialty Lighter Is Right for You?

Need real heat for food tasks and don't mind an open valve? The Brass Blow Torch is the cheapest solid-metal option, with an adjustable jet up to ~1,300°C and enough range to handle light soldering too. Want a built-in physical safety lock for a household with children? The Handheld Butane Torch adds that at a similar price. Need a flameless, windproof option for everyday stove and candle lighting? The Arc BBQ Lighter is USB rechargeable and works without butane at all.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is a butane torch lighter safe to use at home?

Yes — a butane torch is safe at home when used correctly. Use in a well-ventilated area, point the flame away from people and flammable materials, and keep away from children. The ZoraCook Handheld Butane Torch has a built-in safety lock to prevent accidental ignition; the Brass Blow Torch uses an adjustable valve instead.

What is the difference between a butane torch and an arc lighter?

A butane torch produces a real, high-temperature adjustable flame (up to ~1,300°C) — ideal for cooking tasks like creme brulee, dhungar smoking, and BBQ. An arc lighter (like the ZoraCook Arc BBQ Lighter) uses a USB-rechargeable plasma arc — flameless, windproof, best for lighting gas stoves, candles, and diyas. No butane needed for arc lighters.

How do you refill a butane torch lighter?

Turn off the torch and let it cool for a few minutes. Hold it upside down, press a standard butane can nozzle into the refill valve at the bottom for 5–10 seconds. Wait 2 minutes before lighting. Always refill away from flames in a ventilated space. See ZoraCook's full step-by-step refill guide for details.

Can a butane torch be used for creme brulee and desserts?

Yes — a kitchen butane torch is the standard tool for caramelising the sugar crust on creme brulee, torched meringue, and caramelised phirni. Both the ZoraCook Brass Blow Torch (₹169) and Handheld Butane Torch (₹238) have adjustable flames for precise sugar caramelisation without burning the custard beneath.

What is a butane torch used for in an Indian kitchen?

In an Indian kitchen, a butane torch is used for: dhungar smoking (charring charcoal for smoky dal and raita), charring baingan for baingan bharta, caramelising desserts, searing meats, lighting BBQ charcoal, and finishing tikka. It replaces the need to hold food directly over the gas flame.

How long does butane gas last in a torch lighter?

A single ZoraCook butane gas cylinder (₹169) provides several hours of active torch use — enough for dozens of cooking sessions. Runtime depends on flame intensity: a low flame extends runtime significantly. A cylinder can refill a ZoraCook torch multiple times before running out.