if i put into the ground and light it, will it blow a hole in the ground? (if so might get for mini films)

Before electricity was provided to everyone, many rural farm houses used acetylene gas lights. The acetylene was generated by water slowly dripping in a sealed container of carbide. Acetylene gas was generated and pressurized the system. That gas was piped to the rooms of the house via 1/2" steel pipes. The light was a mantle and it burned like a Coleman gasoline lantern. I'm 74 years old. A lot of older houses had this type of lighting. A friend of my father's grew up in one of these houses on a farm. When he was young, his dad had gone out to the barn to recharge the acetylene canister and when he opened it, it blew up killing his dad. He told me when he felt his dad's chest it was mushy. Acetylene can ignite with a flame but it can also detonate from internal friction. Acetylene over 15 psi can detonate by itself. The hotter it is, the more likely it is to detonate. That's why the acetylene tanks weldors use are filled with diatomaceous earth and acetone. The acetylene dissolved in the acetone just like carbon dioxide is dissolved in Pepsi. The point is, you probably want to have a bit of training before you start playing with this stuff. It isn't dangerous if you know what to watch out for.

can this power my mini cannon?

Yes it will work in a carbide cannon. Trust me, I use this in my Big Bang cannon. Conestoga makes the Big Bang carbide cannons and sells their "Bangsite" powder at a greatly inflated price, ($10.50/100 shots). You can SAFELY grind these chunks of gravel-sized pellets with a pestle & mortar into powder for use in their automatic charger mechanism for a greatly reduced cost. It's the SAME thing, nothing but calcium carbide -- also used in old fashioned miner's lamps.

How big is the can it comes in?

1 Pint can approximately 4" tall 3 1/2" in diameter . Due to hazmat regulations the contents & can can't weigh over 1lb.

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⚡ Light up your legacy with every spark!

PURE POWER IN EVERY OUNCE - 12 oz. of premium Miners Grade Calcium Carbide ensures reliable, consistent performance for your lighting and pyrotechnic needs.
EFFORTLESS ACCESS NO MESS - Wide-mouth poly jar packaging designed for quick, clean handling—because your time is valuable.
VERSATILE LIGHTING SOLUTION - Perfect for Miners Lamps, Big Bang Cannons, and other specialty uses—ignite your projects with confidence.
MADE IN THE USA BUILT TO LAST - Manufactured domestically to guarantee quality and support American craftsmanship.
TRUSTED BY PROFESSIONALS NATIONWIDE - #1 U.S. distributor status means you’re joining a community of experts who demand the best.

HQ Company’s 12 oz. Miners Grade Calcium Carbide offers top-tier purity in a user-friendly wide-mouth jar, ideal for miners lamps and specialty lighting. As the #1 U.S. distributor, HQ Company delivers trusted, American-made quality that professionals rely on for consistent, powerful ignition.

Reviews

J**K

Good stuff.

Works well. Make sure you clean your lamps after!

15.03.2026

A**R

Would buy again

Product works great for my big bang cannon and old miner's lights!

1.04.2026

I**C

Works

It works as it should in my lantern haven’t found a better price for the quantity

6.04.2026

C**H

It is what it says on the tin

yep that's CaC2!

3.03.2026

P**S

nice

its less/smaller than you think. but as an alternative fuel source, its nice to have.

15.03.2026

N**S

First time trying product

Love this it's so cool I didnt think it would be good but I was wrong. It really works its gotta build up pressure first with gas but great.

17.02.2026

S**E

Good quality

It seems hard to fine small quantities of calcium carbide that works well in old miners lamps. This product works very well and seems just as good of quality as the fuel my grandfather used to have. The can arrives well packaged and sealed from the environment. I filled my lamp about 2/3 full of carbide and water and instantly stuck a bright flame that lasted for nearly 4 hours. The residue left behind is quickly cleaned up with water and a little elbow grease. I would highly recommend keeping some on hand for hurricanes or other natural disasters.

25.11.2023

S**R

Keep it dry

I really didn't know I could still get this. My old mining lamps from my dad still work. He used them back in the 30's when they mined with pick and shovel. Imagine working 16 hours a day for only a dollar and thinking it was really big money. Seeing the Orville show of the shooting gallery reminded me of some of the stories he told me of life back then.

25.10.2025

C**A

Les morçeaux sont beaucoup petit, ça se dissout trop rapidement

14.04.2026

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