Question about ignition

[Coastguy3270]

Hi,

This may be an odd question, but would using an e-cig be safer than a lit cigarette when there are gas fumes in the air? I ask this reason because I own a gas powered boat and are always worried about smoking on it. Although haven't had any issues as yet

Thanks,

Neebie to E-Cigs

 

[eratikmind]

Hi,

This may be an odd question, but would using an e-cig be safer than a lit cigarette when there are gas fumes in the air? I ask this reason because I own a gas powered boat and are always worried about smoking on it. Although haven't had any issues as yet

Thanks,

Neebie to E-Cigs

Hello, Coastguy3270 . . . Welcome to ECF.

I would not risk vaping while there are gas fumes present, but, then I am quite the conservative, when it comes to this sort of thing.


- Andy . . . Challenge in lieu of being challenged.

 

[bencooper74]

I can't say for sure...but I would assume that unless you were firing an exposed atomizer the risk factor is extremely low.

 

[Metsmafia]

It's just as dangerous if there are enough fumes present. Something as simple as static electricity can cause an explosion so certainly an ecig could. That being said you shouldn't be sitting in an idling boat for extended periods of time because of the carbon monoxide alone. vape while the boat is moving or turn the engine off when you aren't.

 

[Ryedan]

Hi,

This may be an odd question, but would using an e-cig be safer than a lit cigarette when there are gas fumes in the air? I ask this reason because I own a gas powered boat and are always worried about smoking on it. Although haven't had any issues as yet

I'm not a boater, so this is my opinion only. I would say it is less dangerous because there is no open flame or spark from an e-cig. OTOH, if I thought a spark could start a fire or cause an explosion I would not vape, smoke, switch something electrical on or off, use my cell phone ... you get the idea. Just not worth the risk in my opinion.

 

[DkGanz]

Just use common sense. If there is a explosive level of volatile substances present, ANY possible source of ignition is probably not wise. Just step a short distance away from anywhere in question. I work in refineries often and there are smoking areas all over the place. And closer to things that are flammable than you would expect. It's all about the concentration of volatiles in the air. With the right concentration it doesn't take much to cause big problems. Cell phones are prohibited in live process areas unless they are "intrinsically safe". PV's are not intrinsically safe devices. Just don't be stupid about it I say. Don't press your luck.