Ownership is generally legal in the United States without requiring any sort of background check.

Like our flagship LRT, the Compact is simply a long range torch. However, Maryland and California do have restrictions regarding such devices. The city of Warren, Michigan also prohibits possession via local ordinance.

In Maryland, these systems appear to be outright prohibited to possess due to falling under the state's definition of a destructive device.

In California, non-stationary devices that are designed/intended to emit a burning stream at least 10 feet are prohibited without a license issued by the State Fire Marshal. We are working on a version that reduces the output distance to less than 10 feet to create a compliant version that does not require a permit/authorization.

Check with your local laws. It is your responsibility to understand and adhere to all relevant regulations.

The Pulsefire Compact torch system is a liquid fuel flame stream system that is built to be as safe as possible for a device of its nature. Our team developed every aspect with user safety in mind. For example:

• The nozzle design helps keep fuel and flames at the nozzle instead of dripping back toward the user.
• The fuel hose is looped twice to ensure liquid fuel is always present inside the plumbing, as a redundant prevention of flashback.
• The ignition system is on-demand; no need for an open flame pilot torch or pressurized butane.
• The fuel storage tank is non-pressurized, like any typical gasoline powered outdoor tool.
• A normally-closed solenoid valve between the pump and nozzle prevents fuel flow when the system is off.
• A low voltage cutoff circuit prevents over-discharging the battery used to power the unit.
• Two opposing direction switches are required to be simultaneously pressed to activate the system.

Of course, flame producing equipment is inherently hazardous. Good judgment is key to maintaining personal safety. When the battery pack is installed, pressing the trigger switches will generate fuel and flames up to 25 feet away. 

No. There is not enough air inside the plumbing to facilitate a flame front that is in any way harmful. The tiny nozzle orifice, convoluted geometry solenoid valve, and twice-looped fuel hose provide flame arresting properties.

Fully charged, it should power the system for about 15 full tanks of fuel.

The system will cut power when it's time to charge the battery, which is as simple as connecting a USB-C cable.

No, the output is always at full power, and the nozzle size is fixed. An optional nozzle will be available and preinstalled for California based customers to limit the reach to below 10 feet to comply with local regulations, so one could reduce the distance if they so desired.

No. The Compact is our entry model designed to be as small, lightweight, and convenient as possible. Its pump and ignition system are not designed for such extended use.

Either:

• At max fill with the vent screw closed
• Completely empty with the vent screw slightly open

Temperature fluctuations can result in contraction of the fuel tank. If using in a warm environment and then storing in a cooler environment, leave the vent screw open for a short period of time until the system has time to acclimate to avoid the vapors condensing and causing suction/vacuum and crushing the fuel tank inward.

If stored in a cold environment and then exposed to a warmer one, the tank may be expanded, and opening the vent screw may be required before removing the cap is possible. Operating the unit will also reduce internal pressure prior to opening the vent screw, if necessary.

Refer to the orange marking on the box:

We test every single unit before shipment using a chemical similar to mineral spirits. There very likely will be a small amount leftover inside the plumbing.

Gasoline (unleaded, any octane, E0 - E85) produces a bright hot flashy flame and produces the most reliable and brilliant results. The ignition system is smaller on the Compact and mixtures including those with diesel have not been confirmed reliable.

Higher octane will not make a difference. Octane rating is about how resistant a fuel is to pre-ignition when under high compression inside an engine. If the octane rating is too low, it's possible for the fuel to combust before it should and lead to engine damage. This has nothing to do whatsoever with the function or performance of a device that ignites fuel in open air.