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SAVE $ when you bundle the ArcPit with our most popular campfire cooking accessories. Turning your portable fire pit into an outdoor BBQ in seconds!

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ArcMate Charcoal Starter
ArcMate Charcoal Starter
ArcMate Charcoal Starter
ArcMate Charcoal Starter
ArcMate Charcoal Starter
ArcMate Charcoal Starter
ArcMate Charcoal Starter
ArcMate Charcoal Starter
ArcMate Charcoal Starter
ArcMate Charcoal Starter

ArcMate Charcoal Starter

Sale price$160.00
Built for fast, reliable charcoal ignition
Uniquely designed for 360° airflow for fast, reliable ignition
Collapsible stainless steel design with storage bag
Suitable for use with lump charcoal, heat beads, or briquettes

PRE-ORDER - estimated dispatch March 2026

Description

The ArcMate Charcoal Starter is designed for fast, even charcoal ignition to improve cooking performance. Its purpose-built shape creates 360° airflow, drawing heat upward to ignite charcoal quickly without gas or chemicals. In most conditions, charcoal is ready in around 10–15 minutes.

Made from durable 2mm stainless steel, it’s built for repeated use and Australian conditions. The collapsible design packs down neatly into the included storage bag, making it easy to transport and store with your ArcPit gear.
Specifications
  • Material: 2mm 430 food grade stainless steel
  • Weight: 2.8kgs
  • Dimensions: 27cm (H) x 20cm (diameter)
WHAT'S INCLUDED

1x ArcMate Charcoal Starter
The collapsible stainless steel charcoal starter.

1x Heavy Duty Canvas Storage Bag
Protective bag for compact storage and travel.
HOW TO USE

1. Fill charcoal starter with your preferred charcoal or heat beads.
2. Place firelighter in base of fire pit or BBQ & light with match.
3. Place charcoal starter over top of lit firelighter inside BBQ or fire pit.
4. Wait 10-15 minutes. Charcoal should be red or ashed over when fully alight.
5. Using ArcMate heat resistant gloves, tip charcoal with handle into base of fire pit or BBQ.
ArcMate Charcoal Starter
ArcMate Charcoal Starter Sale price$160.00

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3 Year Warranty

We believe in creating only the best quality camping products and stand behind that promise.

Australian Designed

All of our products are designed and tested in Australia by Aussie campers like you!

Free Delivery*

We offer free metro delivery to all orders. Outside metro area shipping is $45 flat rate.

A better way to light charcoal

Most traditional charcoal starters are bulky, poorly ventilated, and designed for backyard use.

The ArcMate Charcoal Starter replaces this with a compact stainless steel design that creates 360° airflow for faster, more reliable ignition — without extra gear.

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DESIGNED FOR CAMPFIRES, BY CAMPERS

The ArcMate Charcoal Starter has been designed with Aussie campers in mind. It helps you spend less time struggling to get a fire going and more time cooking, relaxing, and enjoying the moment around the campfire.

With a unique shape and 360° airflow, it delivers fast, reliable ignition without gas, chemicals, or unnecessary gear.

FAST, EVEN IGNITION — EVERY TIME

The secret to better campfire cooking is hot, consistent coals.

The ArcMate Charcoal Starter is engineered to draw heat upward using 360° airflow, lighting charcoal evenly from the bottom up.

In most conditions, charcoal is ready in 10–15 minutes, giving you hotter coals and better heat control for cooking.

PACKS DOWN SMALL. BUILT TO TRAVEL.

Designed for life on the road, the Charcoal Starter features a collapsible two-piece design and comes with a storage bag to keep it protected while travelling.

No gas canisters.
No power.
No bulky gear taking up space in your 4WD or caravan.

Just a simple, durable tool you’ll use every trip.

How does the ArcMate Charcoal Starter work?

The starter uses a unique shape with 360° airflow to draw heat upward, allowing charcoal to ignite quickly and evenly with minimal effort.

Simply add charcoal, place a firelighter or paper underneath, light it, and let airflow do the rest.
How long does it take to light charcoal?


On average, charcoal is ready in 10–15 minutes, depending on fuel type and conditions.
What fuel types can I use?

The Charcoal Starter is suitable for:

  • Lump charcoal
  • Heat beads
  • Briquettes

This gives you flexibility no matter how you like to cook.
Is the charcoal starter design patent?

Yes. The ArcMate charcoal starter is covered by a registered and certified Desgin Right with IP Australia. Enforceable by law. Design 202610327
Do I need gas, power, or chemicals?


No.
The Charcoal Starter requires no gas, batteries, or chemicals — just a firelighter or paper, making it the safest ignition method when preparing your campfire bbq.
What is it made from?


The Charcoal Starter is made from 2mm 430 food-grade stainless steel, chosen for durability and performance under high heat.
How do I pour the charcoal out?

Once the charcoal is ready, carefully lift and tip the starter to pour hot coals into your fire pit or BBQ.

Always use heat-resistant gloves and place on a stable surface.
How do I clean and store it?

After use:

  • Allow the starter to cool completely
  • Shake out ash and debris
  • Pack it away in the included storage bag

Heat marks and colour changes are normal with stainless steel and do not affect performance.
Is it designed for camping?


Yes. It features a collapsible design and comes with a storage bag, making it easy to pack and protected while travelling.

It's also perfect for use on home bbq's as well.

Loved by thousands of Aussie & New Zealand Campers!

Spend more time relaxing around the campfire

ArcMate is an Australian owned family business, focused on providing innovative, durable camping products to enhance your camping adventures.

Based in Brisbane, QLD, and founded by Michael and Cassandra in 2024, we specialise in innovative camping accessories designed to not only enhance your outdoor experiences but also provide convenience. 

This commitment is complemented by exceptional customer service and genuine advice to ensure you get the most out of the ArcMate products.

OUR STORY

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ARCFIRE EVERY NIGHT!

Travelling on the road full time means you need to make the most of all the space you have in the van. We ditched our flat-pack fire pit and upgraded to the ArcPit, we cannot believe how much more space we now have in the van, we enjoy an ArcPit fire almost every night!

DINNER WITH A VIEW!

Watching the ArcPit rotisserie spin with the Flinders Rangers as a backdrop, was the highlight of my trip. Having the ability to cook conveniently in the most remote locations of Australia has changed the way we camp.

MUST HAVE ACCESSORY!

Space saving is important when it comes to storing camping accessories on my Sprinter van, that’s why I was one of ArcMate’s first customers and have since purchased all their accessories. The ArcPit takes up no space on my spare tyre, it’s a must have accessory when travelling.

Frequently asked questions

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How does the ArcMate Charcoal Starter work?

The starter uses a unique shape with 360° airflow to draw heat upward, allowing charcoal to ignite quickly and evenly with minimal effort.

Simply add charcoal, place a firelighter or paper underneath, light it, and let airflow do the rest.
How long does it take to light charcoal?


On average, charcoal is ready in 10–15 minutes, depending on fuel type and conditions.
What fuel types can I use?

The Charcoal Starter is suitable for:

  • Lump charcoal
  • Heat beads
  • Briquettes

This gives you flexibility no matter how you like to cook.
Is the charcoal starter design patent?

Yes. The ArcMate charcoal starter is covered by a registered and certified Desgin Right with IP Australia. Enforceable by law. Design 202610327
Do I need gas, power, or chemicals?


No.
The Charcoal Starter requires no gas, batteries, or chemicals — just a firelighter or paper, making it the safest ignition method when preparing your campfire bbq.
What is it made from?


The Charcoal Starter is made from 2mm 430 food-grade stainless steel, chosen for durability and performance under high heat.
How do I pour the charcoal out?

Once the charcoal is ready, carefully lift and tip the starter to pour hot coals into your fire pit or BBQ.

Always use heat-resistant gloves and place on a stable surface.
How do I clean and store it?

After use:

  • Allow the starter to cool completely
  • Shake out ash and debris
  • Pack it away in the included storage bag

Heat marks and colour changes are normal with stainless steel and do not affect performance.
Is it designed for camping?


Yes. It features a collapsible design and comes with a storage bag, making it easy to pack and protected while travelling.

It's also perfect for use on home bbq's as well.