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Thunderbird inserts by Vector
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Thunderbird inserts by Vector

Keep your favorite lighter and swap in a butane flame. 8 flame types to choose from.

As low as $17.00
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  • In stock
  • Same-day shipping on orders before 4pm ET, Monday to Friday.
  • Final sale, for hygiene reasons
  • Discreet packaging
  • 100% authentic
Lifetime warranty. No proof of purchase is required for warranty service.

Adults 21+ only. Age is verified at checkout.

  • Keep your lighterSwap in a butane flame.
  • 8 flame typesSwitch and swap to your liking.
  • Lifetime warrantyVector's No Proof Warranty.

About this product

Keep your favorite lighter style while adding the modern convenience and reliability of a butane fuel-powered flame.

The Thunderbird Regular Flame Gas Lighter Insert features:

  • Fits Most Popular Liquid Fuel Lighter Cases including Zippo (except for slimline zippo lighters)
  • Ultra-reliable flint wheel ignition system, proven to work over the decades
  • Butane Refillable, No Odor, No Mess, and it won't evaporate

Also available:

Torch Lighter Insert: Steady single jet flame behind a windscreen is perfect for quickly and evenly lighting your cigar without the usual gas odor tainting

Pipe Insert: Steady yet soft flame angled at a convenient 45 degree angle is perfect for quickly and evenly lighting your favorite pipe without the usual gas odor tainting

Reviews

4.3out of 5

Based on 60 reviews

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Every review is from a verified buyer, invited after delivery.

Verified buyerSep 11, 2026

This thing drains butane like crazy. One day of using is about all I can get. It works but it’s insane how fast it’s out of fluid.

Christopher Martin Indianapolis, US
Verified buyerJul 4, 2026

I've been using these inserts for several years. They have always been reliable, maybe a little sputtering when brand new but now lights 4 out of 5 times on the first try. That's as good as any name brand lighter I own at less than third of the price! Fits my standard Zippo case just fine.

Anonymous Waxahachie, US
Verified buyerJun 26, 2026

Piece of junk. Arrived defective out of the box. Lighter USA won't accept a return, even though their homepage clearly states free returns. Vector requires me to pay shipping to and from. Lighters USA and Vector are the worst.

William Ladd Wilmington, US
Verified buyerJun 3, 2026

The insert fits perfectly, adjustments are made easily, refills are a breeze. Initial installation I was hesitant because of how tight the fuel canister is when inserted into the housing but after install I would highly recommend.

Pohai McWhirter Mobile, US
Verified buyerMar 21, 2026
Excellent lighter

This lighter beats Zippo'z insert. Not only can one see the remaining fuel, but it lights much more reliably than Zippo's offering.

Lauren D. US, US