A Ferro rod, also known as a Ferrocerium Rod, is a tool used by campers, survivalists and other outdoor enthusiasts to quickly start a fire without matches. A Ferro Rod looks like a small steel rod, which is probably why some people call it “fire steel”. Ferrocerium is a man-made metallic alloy (see What is Ferrocerium?) that… [Read More]
Ferro Rod FAQ
Ferro Rod FAQ
What Is Ferrocerium?
Ferrocerium is a man-made alloy that produces extremely hot sparks that can reach temperatures of over 5,000 degrees Fahrenheit (3,000 degrees Celsius) when struck with a metal object like a knife, striker or scraper. The sparks are caused by the rapid oxidation of the tiny Ferrocerium particles thrown off when striking the Ferrocerium Rod with a metal object. Is Ferrocerium… [Read More]
What Is A Ferro Rod Made Of?
What Is A Ferro Rod Made Of? A Ferro rod is made of Ferrocerium, which is a man-made alloy of iron, magnesium, cerium, and several other rare-earth metals. What makes a ferro rod worth having is that the combination of metals creates sparks when the ferrocerium rod (firesteel) is scraped with a rough surface or a… [Read More]