Smoke Matches – Pack of 100 (20‑Second Burn Time) [8916]

These Smoke Matches provide a simple, effective, and visually clear way to demonstrate the movement of air and gases in science lessons. Each match produces a steady stream of dense white smoke, making otherwise invisible air currents easy for students to observe and understand.

Each smoke match has an approximate 20‑second burn time, allowing ample opportunity for demonstrations and investigations without rushing. Once extinguished, the match is designed to be cool to the touch, offering added reassurance when used in a controlled classroom environment by teachers or technicians.

Supplied in a generous pack of 100, these smoke matches are ideal for repeated use across multiple lessons, practical demonstrations, or laboratory investigations, making them a reliable consumable for school science departments.

Key Features

• Produces visible white smoke for clear demonstrations
• Approximate 20‑second burn time per match
• Cool to touch after burning for added safety
• Supplied as a pack of 100 smoke matches
• Simple and quick to use for classroom demonstrations
• Ideal consumable for school laboratories and prep rooms

Ideal for School Science Lessons

Well suited to KS3, GCSE, and A‑Level science lessons, smoke matches are commonly used in physics and chemistry to help students visualise abstract concepts. They are particularly effective for:

• Demonstrating air movement and convection currents
• Showing gas flow and diffusion
• Investigating ventilation and airflow patterns
• Supporting discussions on particle behaviour in gases
• Enhancing understanding through clear visual evidence

Reliable and easy to use, these Smoke Matches help transform invisible scientific processes into clear, memorable learning experiences, supporting effective teaching and practical exploration in the science classroom.