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 […]
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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. We have […]
What Is A Ferro Rod Made Of?
Ferro rods are 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 sharp edge. And it works under cold, wet, […]
Uberleben Hexa
In the market for a ferro rod? The Uberleben Hexa may be the right choice for you. The Hexa, which comes in two sizes, derives its name from the fact it has six sides. These flat sides give it more surface contact area for the striker, creating more sparks. Which is great if you want […]
4DB Ferrocerium Rod
4DB Ferro Rod The 4DB Ferrocerium Rod is a great fire starting tool if you want something that’s easy to use but still produces great results. It’s ideal for bushcraft and survival kits. It is called ferrocerium because it is made from a combination of hard iron and soft cerium. It also contains some magnesium. […]
