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Old 03-23-2009, 04:02 PM
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Originally Posted by JoeLaunchman
Have not yet tried the Quest Q2G2 igniters but considering them for clustering. Q: Is a 6V lantern battery sufficient to ignite 2 of these igniters in a cluster?


Of course, assuming that your controller wires are not way too thin and too long and the battery is not "poopy" (i.e. weak or carbon zinc).

Reason: Estes igniters can be clustered in pairs with a standard 4 AA controller when using fresh batteries. The Q2G2 require MUCH less current than the Estes igniters AND the 4 D or F cells inside a good Alkaline lantern battery can deliver MUCH more current.
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