Certain metals, known as ferrous metals, spark when struck due to their iron content. The most common are iron, steel, and alloys like ferrocerium. When metal is struck, it can produce sparks due to a process called frictional heating. The impact generates heat, causing small particles to break off the metal surface. These particles react… [Read More]
Ferro Rod FAQ
Ferro Rod FAQ
How to Use A Ferro Rod
It’s important to use the proper technique when starting a fire with a ferro rod: 1. Hold the ferro rod close to the tinder at about a 45-degree angle. * 2. Place the scraper near the top of the ferro rod so it makes solid contact with the rod, just below your hand. 3. Pull the rod back (away… [Read More]
What’s the Difference Between Ferrocerium and Magnesium?
The primary difference between ferrocerium and magnesium is that ferrocerium is an actual fire starter while magnesium is not. Ferrocerium is a synthetic material (which ferro rods are made of) consisting of various elements (typically 50% cerium, 25% lanthanum and 19% iron) that create sparks when scraped across rough surfaces, whereas magnesium ignites when sparks connect with… [Read More]
