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Gas Fireplace Igniter Electrodes
Ceramic spark electrodes for gas fireplaces, fireplace inserts, gas log sets and fire pits, made to your drawing or sample for appliance OEMs and spare-parts distributors.
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Gas Fireplace Electrode Products
Open a product to see its full specifications, dimension drawing and options. Every part can be adjusted to your drawing.
What a Gas Fireplace Igniter Electrode Does
In a gas fireplace, the push-button igniter or the control module creates a high-voltage pulse. The ceramic electrode carries that pulse to the pilot or main burner and releases it as a spark across a small gap, lighting the gas. It sits in the flame zone, so it has to hold its position and insulation through constant heating and cooling.
Fireplace electrodes are usually hidden behind logs, glass or a burner tray, so mounting and lead routing matter as much as the spark gap. We match each electrode to the burner layout and to the igniter you already use.
- Twin-pin, single-pin and bracket-mounted designs
- Leads routed from the burner to a piezo button or ignition module
- Supplied as matched replacements or new OEM parts
Fireplace Electrode Types We Make
Most fireplace electrodes fall into four groups. Each one is adjusted to your burner and drawing.
Twin-pin electrodes
Two ignition pins set in one alumina body with a moulded mounting bracket, each pin with its own lead. The pin spacing is fixed by the ceramic, so the spark position repeats from unit to unit.
Typical use: Gas fireplaces and inserts with a dual-output spark module.
Pilot burner electrodes
A single-pin electrode fixed beside the pilot burner, sparking to the pilot hood or a ground point. A short ceramic and a precise gap keep pilot lighting reliable.
Typical use: Standing-pilot and intermittent-pilot fireplaces.
Bracket-mounted burner electrodes
The electrode is fixed to a bracket that bolts to the burner tray, keeping the tip at a set distance from the burner ports.
Typical use: Gas log sets, burner pans and linear fireplaces.
Long-lead electrodes
Electrodes supplied with longer silicone or fiberglass-braided leads that run from the firebox to a push-button igniter or control module outside it.
Typical use: Push-button piezo and battery-powered fireplace igniters.
Igniter, Sparker or Electrode?
A search for a gas fireplace igniter, a fireplace sparker or a gas log igniter can mean different parts of the same ignition system. The button or module makes the spark; the electrode delivers it at the burner.
We make the ceramic spark electrode. It works with the piezo button, battery pulse igniter or electronic module already in your fireplace, and we match the lead and terminal to it.
| Part | What it does | Where it sits |
|---|---|---|
| Spark electrode | Delivers the spark at the pilot or burner | In the firebox, next to the burner |
| Piezo igniter button | Makes a spark when pressed, no power needed | On the control panel or gas valve |
| Battery pulse igniter | Sends repeated sparks from a battery | Behind the access panel |
| Electronic ignition module | Controls the spark and gas in sequence | Behind the access panel or under the unit |
Specifications You Can Customize
| Component | Options for fireplace electrodes |
|---|---|
| Ceramic insulator | 95% alumina (Al₂O₃) as standard; 98% alumina on request; length, diameter and profile to drawing |
| Electrode wire | FeCrAl heat-resistant alloy as standard; Kanthal® on request; diameter, length, pin spacing and tip shape to drawing |
| Mounting | Moulded ceramic bracket, metal bracket, nut and thread or clip-in fixing |
| Lead wire | Silicone rubber (200–250 °C) or fiberglass-braided high-temperature wire; length and color to order |
| Terminal | 2.8 mm, 4.8 mm or 6.3 mm female push-on, ring terminals or customer-specified connectors |
| Configuration | Single-pin, twin-pin, or ignition with ground pin |
What We Match to Your Fireplace
- Spark gap and tip position at the pilot or burner
- Pin spacing on twin-pin designs
- Bracket shape and screw-hole position
- Lead length and routing to the igniter
- Terminal type on the igniter side
Send a drawing, a used part or photos with a ruler, and we will prepare a matching drawing for your approval.
Where These Electrodes Are Used
- Gas fireplaces and fireplace inserts
- Gas log sets, vented and vent-free
- Linear and see-through gas fireplaces
- Outdoor fire pits and fire tables
- Freestanding gas stoves for room heating
Also Known As
| Name | Common in |
|---|---|
| Gas fireplace igniter / fireplace igniter | North America |
| Fireplace sparker / gas fireplace sparker | Spare-parts trade |
| Gas log igniter | Gas log sets |
| Fireplace spark electrode | Europe and appliance makers |
| Fire pit igniter electrode | Outdoor fire tables and fire pits |
Gas Fireplace Electrode FAQ
Do you make the push-button igniter or ignition module?
No. We make the ceramic spark electrode that sits at the burner. It works with piezo buttons, battery pulse igniters and electronic modules, and we match the lead and terminal to the igniter you use.
Can you match the electrode in an existing fireplace?
Yes. Send the old electrode or clear photos with a ruler, plus the lead length and terminal type. We draw a matching part and confirm the drawing with you before making samples.
Which lead wire should I choose for a fireplace?
Silicone rubber leads rated 200–250 °C suit most fireplaces where the lead runs away from the hottest zone. Where the lead passes close to the flame or hot metal, fiberglass-braided high-temperature wire is the safer choice. Tell us the routing and we will recommend one.
Do you make electrodes for outdoor fire pits?
Yes. Fire pits and fire tables use spark electrodes similar to fireplace electrodes, and we make them to drawing or sample.
What is the minimum order?
Simple, low-cost electrodes usually start at 50,000 pieces per model, while larger and more complex designs can be ordered in smaller quantities. See how we work for samples, tooling and order details.
Need a Gas Fireplace Electrode?
Send a drawing, a used part or photos with a ruler, and tell us the quantity. We will reply with a matching design and quotation.