Powered with Piezo electronic ignition system with safety lock. Windproof and waterproof ignition. Complies with childproof safety laws. 2400 F (degree Fahrenheit) flame temperature. Uses normal butane (sold separately). This product when used for soldering or similar applications produces chemicals including lead known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects (or other reproductive harm). For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. NOTE: Lead free solder is recommended., -