Erkodent Flameless Torch - Professional Hot-Air Burner for Dental Thermoforming
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Erkodent Flameless Torch — hot-air burner for thermoforming
High-performance hot-air burner for thermoforming and finishing procedures: clean heating, no open flame and no soot.
Ideal to soften Erkoflex locally, smooth edges, heat spatulas/wax tools, and perform precise touch-ups in the dental laboratory.
- Piezzo ignition & fully adjustable flame intensity
- Runs on butane gas (refillable)
- Portable pen-style device with stand
Technical Features
| Technology | Internal catalytic combustion — no visible flame |
| Energy | Butane gas (lighter refill) — device supplied without gas |
| Ignition | Built-in piezo — instant start |
| Adjustment | Adjustable gas flow for gentle to intense heating |
| Ergonomics | Pen-style format, robust body, table stand & cap |
| Autonomy | ≈ 30–60 min per refill (depending on setting) |
| Applications | Thermoforming, edge smoothing, tool heating, local adjustments |
Instructions — recommended steps
- Fill the reservoir with pure butane through the valve (device switched off).
- Ignite using the piezo, then adjust the flow to the required intensity.
- Direct the hot-air jet a few centimetres from the area for localized, clean heating.
- Turn off after use; allow to cool before storage.
Uses & Benefits
- Erkoflex: rounding/smoothing borders, glossy finishes with FG sheets.
- Retainers / aligners: fine adjustments, local corrections.
- Wax spatulas: clean heating without carbonization.
- Safety: no open flame, minimal soot, low odour.
Delivery
Included: 1 Erkodent Flameless Torch with stand & cap, metal case. Gas not included.
FAQ — Frequently Asked Questions
What are the advantages compared with a Bunsen burner?
A Bunsen burner produces an open flame that can leave soot, yellow polymer surfaces and contaminate tools.
The Erkodent torch generates a hot-air jet via internal catalytic combustion—no visible flame at the contact point, ensuring clean, consistent heating.
For thermoforming (Erkoflex, mouthguards) or wax tools, this prevents darkening and reduces burn risks.
Heating is more localized with precise flow control, improving finish quality and reproducibility in the lab.
Which gas should I use and how do I refill it?
Use pure butane for lighters (avoid butane/propane mixes).
With the device off and cold, insert the refill nozzle into the valve at the base, press a few seconds until full.
Wait 2–3 minutes for stabilization before piezo ignition.
Refill in a ventilated area and avoid overfilling.
How to control heating without damaging Erkoflex or polymers?
Use a steady movement and a moderate flow.
Keep a few centimeters distance and work in short passes until a slight surface gloss appears.
For finishing, combine with an FG sheet (quick pressure, remove before cooling).
Avoid holding the heat in one spot to prevent distortion or whitening.
Maintenance, safety and best practices
Dust the nozzle and keep the ignition area clean.
Work in a ventilated space away from solvents/alcohols.
Use the stand between passes and allow the device to cool before storage.
Do not refill near flames/sparks and follow manufacturer recommendations.