This butane torch, the choice for many professional chefs, features a push button automatic ignition, anti-flare device, and can heat up to 1300. Adjustable Flame control Compatible with standard butane gas cartridge Applications: Cooking and Catering-Flaming, caramelizing, browning, add color and texture to food, blistering a skinning, finishing foods for presentation and adding drama when serving. Lighting BBQ’s and fires. Defrosting and thawing frozen water pipes plus other plumbing work. Hobby and craftwork, model making. Soldering pipe joints. Paint stripping Use for home, industry, outdoor.