Cigarette lighter with catalytic ignition means

Abstract From the Canadian patent

Abstract of the Disclosure The specification discloses a lighter for cigarettes or the like which employs a catalyst as the means for igniting the fuel to produce a flame. The fuel is adapted to be mixed in a gasified state with externally withdrawn air prior to contact of the fuel/air mixture with the catalyst when the lighter is operated. Preferably the operation of, the lighter is controlled by the position of a cap. When the cap is closed, the fuel supply is interrupted. In such a lighter it is possible to avoid the use of flints filaments, and the like as the ignition means which regularly require attention or replacement.