

How To Refill A Bic Lighterīic lighters are surprisingly complex little devices, so before I dive into some tips for refilling them, let’s look quickly at the anatomy of a standard Bic lighter.

None of these methods are sanctioned by Bic, of course, but if you have some spare time and a few tools, nearly any disposable Bic lighter can become a refillable lighter for long-term use. So, it’s no surprise that people around the world have found ways to refill their disposable Bic lighters. However, people don’t like being told that something they bought needs to be thrown out. So, unlike Zippo lighters, which are meant to be used and refilled with lighter fluid an endless number of times, Bic lighters are designed to be discarded when they run out of butane. Technically speaking, Bic lighters are single-use disposable lighters. If you attempt to refill Bic lighter, you do so at your own risk and Survival Sullivan, nor the author of this article are responsible for your actions.

The company recommends using caution when trying to manipulate or alter their lighters so that they function in a way other than what was originally intended. Up next, I’ll walk you through the basics of Bic lighters, and offer some tips for refilling your lighter in a pinch.ĭISCLAIMER: Bic’s website clearly states that their lighters are not refillable.
