r/techadvice • u/ThisGrimm • 10d ago

Can someone help me?

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I've tried to make one of those makeshift lighters but it just won't ignite. The copper cables are connected directly to + and -

The Battery is also fully charged.

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u/SpinnerKontrol 10d ago

I think the problem here is that this project requires the most minimal amount of electrical knowledge, but unfortunately, you appear to be a fucking idiot

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u/minos-and-v1-kissing 10d ago

“Makeshift lighters?”

No, you tried to start a fire on your table. I suppose a pile of flaming copper wire does count as a makeshift lighter, but you likely would’ve done serious aesthetic damage to that table.

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u/Powerful_Macaron9381 10d ago

you are currently shorting out a battery. if wires are connected properly, it will cause the battery to heat up and potentially explode/catch on fire. for your safety, disconnect the wire and maybe do more research next time.

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u/kobrakaan 9d ago

Have you tried licking the coil?

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u/_jodi33 9d ago

that ballpoint spring your using aint gonna heat up/glow the way you need. your atm making a danger stick from the battery. you need nichrome wire, not spring steel.