LIGHTER POWERED BY POCKET LIGHTER OR GAS RECEPTACLE.

Abstract

A lighter (1) comprises a housing (10) having a nozzle (40), wherein the housing (10) is adapted to receive a gas and / or fuel receptacle device (20). The lighter (1) comprises a connecting device (30), wherein the connecting device (30) is configured to couple the gas and / or fuel receptacle device (20) to the nozzle (40). The connecting device (30) is adjustable along a longitudinal axis (L1) of the lighter.

Description

LIGHTER POWERED BY POCKET LIGHTER OR GAS RECEPTACLE Cross-reference to related applications This application claims the benefit of European patent application EP20315417.4 filed on September 23, 2020, the content of which is incorporated herein by reference. Technical field The present description relates to the field of lighters, more specifically to a lighter that can be attached to geometrically different gas and / or fuel receptacle devices. Background Lighters used for ignition purposes, such as lighting tobacco, cigars, and / or cigarettes, have been developed over the last few years. These lighters have a fuel receptacle and a rotating friction element or piezoelectric ignition device to generate a spark at a nozzle that ignites the fuel supplied by the receptacle. Lighters are commercially available in different shapes and sizes, for example, as a small pocket lighter, such as the BIC Maxi J26. Furthermore, lighters have evolved from small pocket lighters to various forms of larger lighters that are more useful for general purposes, such as lighting candles, barbecues, fireplaces, and campfires, such as the BIC MegaLighter U160. Previous attempts at such designs were based simply on extended drive handles to accommodate a typical lighter at one end.However, a lighter's gas and / or fuel source can also be in the form of gas and / or fuel receptacles permanently installed in the lighter. Some lighters are not refillable and are discarded when the gas and / or fuel receptacle is empty. In such lighters, the manufacturer may integrate a non-commercially available fuel and / or gas receptacle, e.g., the BIC J6S3 GR, as a subassembly. eozenn / eznz / E / YiAi However, nowadays there is a high demand for refillable lighters, for example, for economic and environmental reasons. Such lighters can be refilled, for example, with a separate lighter fluid refill, often sold as a can that has an adapter for refilling the lighter's gas and / or fuel receptacle. However, it is preferable that the gas and / or fuel refilling operations be easy to handle, safe, and economical. Furthermore, it would be preferable to provide a lighter without a permanently attached gas and / or fuel receptacle, but capable of attaching to a commercially available, interchangeable lighter and / or with a commercially unavailable, interchangeable gas and / or fuel receptacle to supply gas and / or fuel to the lighter.More specifically, with this type of lighter, a user could safely supply gas and / or fuel to the lighter without discarding any usable parts, unlike a standard non-refillable lighter. Therefore, a pocket lighter (e.g., BIC Maxi J26) can be used not only as a lighter but also as a gas and / or fuel source. However, because commercially available lighters (e.g., BIC Maxi J26) and non-commercially available gas and / or fuel receptacles (e.g., BIC J6S3 GR) differ in their geometric and structural dimensions, it is difficult to selectively attach both variations to a single lighter. eozenn / eznz / E / YiAi The purpose of this description is to provide an easy, safe, and economical way to supply and / or refill gas and / or fuel for a lighter. More specifically, the purpose of this description is to provide a lighter that can be attached to geometrically different gas and / or fuel receptacle devices. Summary eozenn / eznz / E / YiAi The present description relates to a lighter according to claim 1. The dependent claims represent embodiments of the present description. According to the first aspect of this description, a lighter comprises a housing having a nozzle. The housing is adapted to receive a gas and / or fuel receptacle device. Furthermore, the lighter comprises a connecting device configured to couple the gas and / or fuel receptacle device to the nozzle. The connecting device is adjustable along a longitudinal axis of the lighter so that the lighter can be coupled to different gas and / or fuel receptacle devices having different geometric and / or structural dimensions. Because the connecting device is adjustable, the lighter can be coupled to variations of gas and / or fuel receptacle devices that may have different geometric and structural dimensions.For example, the lighter described herein can be selectively attached to a commercially available pocket lighter or to a non-commercially available gas and / or fuel receptacle. Therefore, a lighter can be provided with an easy, safe, and economical supply and / or refill of gas and / or fuel. Furthermore, an environmentally friendly lighter can be provided because fewer components need to be disposed of compared to a non-refillable lighter. In this document, a lighter may be defined as a portable combustion product and / or flame-producing assembly. Such products and / or assemblies are generally designed to produce a flame from the combustion of a flammable material when ignited by an ignition device that may be integrated into the lighter. The flammable material may be stored within the portable combustion product and / or flame-producing assembly, for example, in a container contained within or in the lighter housing. The flammable material used in lighters may be liquefied gas, for example, liquefied hydrocarbons such as n-butane, isobutane, propane, or a mixture of these gases, commonly referred to as liquefied petroleum gases (LPG).Portable combustion products and / or flame-producing assemblies are widely used to ignite a variety of combustible materials and items, such as cigarettes, candles, flammable gas (e.g., in gas stoves), fireplaces, and many others. Portable combustion products and / or flame-producing assemblies and / or lighters may be commercially available in different shapes and sizes. eozenn / eznz / E / YiAi The lighter may include a longitudinal shaft, along which the connecting device can be adjusted. This means that the size or dimension of the connecting device along the longitudinal shaft is variable. More specifically, the connecting device can be adjusted by at least 0.5 mm, and in particular by at least 0.7 mm, along the longitudinal shaft. Furthermore, the connecting device can be adjusted between a fully extended and a fully retracted position. The distance between the fully extended and fully retracted positions can range from 0.5 to 15 mm, specifically from 0.7 to 10 mm, and more precisely from 0.8 to 8 mm. The connecting device may comprise a deflection element, more specifically a compression spring, wherein the deflection element can deflect the connecting device in the direction of the longitudinal axis. In the fully extended position described above, the deflection element can have a deflection force of at least 40%, more specifically at least 50%, in particular at least 60%, compared to the deflection force in the fully retracted position. The connection device can be adjusted transversely to the longitudinal axis, wherein the connection device can be adjusted by an angle a of at least 5°, more specifically at least 7°, in particular at least 10°, measured between the longitudinal axis of the lighter and a longitudinal axis of the connection device. The connecting device may comprise a cylindrical connecting body having a length and a diameter. The connecting body may have an external circumferential surface, a first end face, and a second end face. In addition, the connecting body may comprise an opening defining an internal circumferential surface. The connecting body may include a chamfer arranged between the first end face and the outer circumferential surface. The chamfer may extend at least partially over the circumference of the connecting body. The chamfer is understood to be a sloped cut arranged at a right angle or any other location where two surfaces meet at an acute angle. In particular, the chamfer is a portion or sloped cut arranged between the first end face and the outer circumferential surface. The connecting body may include a groove that extends at least partially over the outer circumferential surface. The groove may extend at least partially over the length of the connecting body. The groove and bevel or sloping cut described above can be substantially aligned with each other on the outer circumferential surface with respect to the longitudinal axis of the connecting device. The groove and bevel can be oriented toward the center of the lighter. Starting from the first end face of the connecting body along the longitudinal axis, the connecting body may comprise the chamfer, followed by a section of the diameter as mentioned above, followed by the groove. The housing may comprise a support element configured to receive and support the connection device. The connection device may be movably received by the support element. eozenn / eznz / E / YiAi Pursuant to a second aspect of this description, a lighter is provided in accordance with the first aspect of this description, but may further comprise a gas and / or fuel receptacle device coupled to the lighter. The gas and / or fuel receptacle device may be configured to be replaceably coupled to the lighter. The gas and / or fuel receptacle device may comprise a fluid receptacle and a valve assembly for selectively dispensing fuel and / or gas, more specifically where the connection device can be configured to couple to the valve assembly in a fluid-tight manner. For all aspects and modes described above, the gas and / or fuel receptacle device can be configured for independent use as a lighter. Brief description of the drawings Other features will become apparent from the accompanying figures, which form part of this description. The figures are intended to further explain the present description and enable a person skilled in the technique to put it into practice. However, the figures are intended as non-limiting examples. Common reference numbers in different figures indicate identical or similar features. Figure 1 is a schematic view of a lighter coupled to a gas and / or fuel receptacle device. Figure 2 is a more detailed schematic view of a lighter coupled to a gas and / or fuel receptacle device. Figure 3 is a schematic view of a connecting device that is configured to couple the lighter to a gas and / or fuel receptacle device. Figure 4A is a schematic view of the connection device, as shown in Figure 3, but assembled in the lighter housing and in a fully extended position. Figures 4B and 4C are schematic views of the connecting device shown in Figure 3, but assembled in the lighter housing and in adjusted and retracted positions. Figures 5A to 5C are schematic cross-sectional side views of a connecting device taken from the modality of Figure 3. Figures 6A to 6D are exploded views of two different gas and / or fuel receptacle devices that can be attached to the lighter, each with a valve assembly. Figure 7 is a more detailed schematic view of the lighter ignition assembly. Figures 8A and 8B are schematic views of the lighter comprising a drive assembly with an intermediate rotating rod. Detailed description The lighter's modalities according to the present description will be described with reference to the drawings as follows. Figure 1 is a schematic view of a lighter 1 according to the present description. The lighter 1 comprises a housing 10 having a nozzle 40. The housing 10 is adapted to receive a gas and / or fuel receptacle device 20. In addition, the lighter 1 comprises a connecting device 30, which is configured to couple the gas and / or fuel receptacle device 20 to the nozzle 40. The connecting device 30 is adjustable, which is described in more detail below. Because the connecting device is adjustable, the lighter can be coupled to variations of gas and / or fuel receptacle devices that may have different geometric and structural dimensions. For example, lighter 1 according to the present description can be selectively coupled to a commercially available pocket lighter or to a non-commercially available gas and / or fuel receptacle.Therefore, a lighter can be supplied with an easy, safe, and economical supply and / or refill of gas and / or fuel. Furthermore, an environmentally friendly lighter can be offered because fewer components need to be disposed of compared to a non-refillable lighter. As shown in Figure 1, the igniter 1 comprises a longitudinal axis L1, extending in a longitudinal direction of the igniter 1. In this manner, the longitudinal axis L1 can extend through a center of the igniter 1, more specifically through a geometric center of the igniter 1 housing 10. The housing 10 comprises a housing recess 12 configured to receive and support the gas and / or fuel receptacle device 20. The housing recess 12 can extend in a longitudinal direction of the housing 10, starting from an end face of the housing 10, which can be opposite the nozzle 40. In the embodiment shown in Figure 1, the housing recess 12 extends aligned with the longitudinal axis L1. More specifically, the longitudinal axis L1 extends through the geometric center of the housing recess 12. The lighter 1 may further comprise a cap which, although not shown in Figure 1, may be designed to engage with the housing 10. More specifically, the cap may be configured to cover the housing recess 12. In some embodiments, the cap may be engaged with the housing 10 by means of a positive locking connection, more specifically by means of a press-fit connection. The cap may be a separate component, and the housing may comprise a flange, wherein the cap may be pushed onto the housing flange, more specifically along the longitudinal axis L1. Additionally or alternatively, the cap may be connected to the housing 10 by means of a hinge. In this manner, at least the edge of the cap may be connected by means of a pin to the housing 10, more specifically to an edge of the housing flange. The cap may therefore be rotated toward the housing 10 to cover the housing recess.In addition, the cover may comprise a tensioning element that can be configured to apply a preload in the direction of the longitudinal axis L1. eozenn / eznz / E / YiAi Figures 3 and 5A to 5C are schematic views of the adjustable connecting device 30. As shown in Figure 5B, a coordinate system can be defined for the connecting device 30. The coordinate system comprises a longitudinal direction x of the connecting device 30, a radial direction r of the connecting device 30, which is perpendicular to the longitudinal direction x, and a perpendicular direction p, which is perpendicular to the longitudinal direction x and the radial direction r. eozenn / eznz / E / YiAi As shown in Figures 3 and 5B, the connecting device 30 comprises a connecting body 34, wherein the connecting body 34 may be cylindrical. The connecting device 30 comprises a longitudinal shaft L2 extending through the center of the connecting device 30 in the longitudinal x-direction of the connecting device 30, more specifically in the longitudinal x-direction of the connecting body 34. The connecting body 34 is defined by a length 1 and a diameter d. Furthermore, the connecting body 34 has an external circumferential surface 341, a first end face 342, and a second end face 343. As shown in Figure 5B, the connecting body 34 comprises an opening 344, which defines an internal circumferential surface 345. The opening 344 may extend through the connecting device, more specifically the connecting body 34, from the first end face 342 to the second end face 343.The connection body 34 comprises a coupling member 38 that can be disposed on the second end face 343. The coupling member can be rigidly connected to the connection body 34. The coupling member 38 can be configured to couple the connection device 30 to the nozzle 40. The coupling member 38 can comprise a coupling opening that can be fluidly coupled to the opening 344 of the connection device 30. As shown in Figures 3 and 5B, the connecting body 34 comprises a chamfer 346 or a sloped cut. The chamfer 346 is located between the first end face 342 and the outer circumferential surface 341. The chamfer 346 may extend at least partially over a circumference of the connecting body 34. The circumference of the connecting body 34 may be defined on the outer circumferential surface 341 with respect to the longitudinal axis L2. The chamfer may extend from the first end face 342 at a position less than half the diameter d in an oblique direction toward the outer circumferential surface 341, half the diameter d. The oblique direction may be defined by the radial direction r with respect to the longitudinal axis L2 and the longitudinal direction x with respect to the longitudinal axis L2.In a plane defined by the radial direction r and the longitudinal direction x, the bevel 346 may comprise a linear shape and / or a concave shape and / or a convex shape and / or a wave shape that eozenn / eznz / E / YiAi comprises a concave portion and a convex portion. Additionally or alternatively, the bevel 346 may comprise rounded edges. In certain embodiments, the connecting body 34 comprises a chamfer 347 disposed between the first end face 342 and the inner circumferential surface 345. The chamfer may extend at least partially over the circumference of the inner circumferential surface 345. In certain embodiments, the chamfer extends over the circumference of the inner circumferential surface 345 of the connecting body 34. As shown in Figures 3, 5B, and 5C, the connecting body 34 comprises a groove 348 that extends at least partially over the outer circumferential surface 341. More specifically, the groove 348 extends at least partially over the length 1 of the connecting body 34. With reference to Figure 5C, the groove 348 may have a planar shape on the outer circumferential surface 341, which may form a plane that is substantially parallel to a plane xp defined by the longitudinal xy direction and the perpendicular p direction. eozenn / eznz / E / YiAi In some versions, the connecting body 34 may comprise only the bevel 346 or the groove 348. If the connecting body comprises both the groove 348 and the bevel 346, the groove 348 and the bevel may be substantially aligned with each other on the external circumferential surface 341, more specifically in a circumferential position of the connecting body 34, with respect to the longitudinal axis L2. With reference to Figure 2, the longitudinal axis L1 of the igniter 1 and the longitudinal axis L2 of the connecting device 30 may be in the same plane with respect to the perpendicular direction p. Therefore, the notch 348 and the bevel 346 can be oriented towards the center of the lighter 1, more specifically towards the geometric center of the lighter 1. In other words, the notch 348 and the bevel 346 can be oriented towards the longitudinal axis L1 of the lighter 1. As shown in Figures 3 and 5B, starting from the first end face 342 along the longitudinal axis L2, more specifically in the longitudinal x direction, the connecting body 34 comprises the bevel 346, followed by a section of diameter d, followed by the notch 348.However, in some embodiments, the groove 348 may extend from the first end face 342 at least partially along the connecting body 34 to the second end face 343. Therefore, starting from the first end face 342, the connecting body 34 may comprise the chamfer 346, followed by the groove 348. In some embodiments, the chamfer 346 may not be provided at all. Therefore, starting from the first end face 342, the connecting body may comprise the groove 348 that extends at least partially along the connecting body 34 to the second end face 343. eozenn / eznz / E / YiAi As shown in Figures 3 and 5B, the connecting body 34 comprises a first portion 350 adjacent to the first end face 342 having a diameter d and a length 11. The connecting body 34 further comprises a second portion 351 adjacent to the second end face 343 having a diameter d and a length 12. The diameter d of the second portion 351 may be larger than the diameter d of the first portion 350. The second portion 351 may be rigidly connected to the first portion 350. In certain embodiments, the connecting body 34 further comprises a third portion 352 disposed between the first portion 350 and the second portion 351, wherein the third portion 352 has a diameter d2 and a length 13. In this case, the first portion 350 may be rigidly connected to the third portion 352, and the third portion 352 may be rigidly connected to the second portion 351.The diameter di of the second portion 351 may be greater than the diameter d of the first portion 350 and / or the diameter d2 of the third portion 352. More specifically, the diameter d2 of the third portion 352 may be less than the diameter d of the first portion 350 and / or the diameter di of the second portion 351. In some modalities, the length 12 of the second portion 351 may be less than the length 11 of the first portion. 350 and / or the length 13 of the third portion 352. The length 11 of the first portion 350 and / or the length 13 of the third portion 352 may be at least 2 times, in some examples at least 4 times, larger than the length 12 of the second portion 351. At least one portion of the connecting body 34 may comprise a square cross-section, more specifically a square cross-section with rounded edges. As shown in Figure 5A, the third portion 352 comprises a square cross-section with rounded edges. eozenn / eznz / E / YiAi The opening 344 described above may have a first opening portion near the first end face 342, more specifically in the first portion 350, which has a first opening diameter, and a second opening portion near the second end face 343, more specifically in the second and third portions 351 and 352, which have a second opening diameter. The first opening portion and the second opening portion may be fluidly coupled together. The first opening diameter may be larger than the second opening diameter. As shown in Figures 5B and 5C, the connection device 30 further comprises a sealing member 35, more specifically a sealing bushing. The sealing member 35 can be configured to engage with the gas and / or fuel receptacle device 20. The sealing member 35 can be disposed in the connection body 34, more specifically in the opening 344 of the connection body 34 near the first end face 342, particularly in the first portion of the opening. eozenn / eznz / E / YiAi As shown in Figures 3 and 5B, the connecting body 34 comprises a groove 36 in the outer circumferential surface 341. The groove 36 may extend at least partially over the circumference of the connecting body 34. In some embodiments, the groove 36 may extend over the entire circumference of the connecting body 34. The groove may be formed between the first portion 350 and the third portion 352. As can be seen in Figures 4A to 4C, the connecting device 30 may comprise a retaining ring 37, which may be inserted into the groove 36. As shown in Figures 1, 2, and 4A to 4C, the connection device 30 is disposed in the housing 10. The housing 10 comprises a support element 11 configured to receive and support the connection device 30. The connection device 30 can be movably received by the housing 10, more specifically by the support element 11. In certain configurations, the support element 11 can support and receive the third portion 352 of the connection body 34. With reference to Figures 1, 2, and 4A to 4C, the connecting device 30 can be substantially adjusted along the longitudinal axis Ll. In some configurations, the connecting device 30 can be adjusted along the longitudinal axis Ll. More specifically, the connecting device 30 can be adjusted by at least 0.5 mm, and more specifically by at least 0.7 mm, along the longitudinal axis Ll. It should be understood that an adjustment of the connecting device 30 does not mean that the connecting device 30 is actively actuated by another component, e.g., actively actuated by an actuator that can adjust the position of the connecting device 30 due to any input, e.g., such as a force and / or a control signal. Rather, it means that the connecting device 30 is configured to move when another component transmits a force to the connecting device 30, which will be described in more detail later.However, it should be understood that the active operation of the connection device 30 may not be excluded in this description. eozenn / eznz / E / YiAi Figures 4A to 4C are schematic views of the adjustable connecting device 30. The connecting device 30 can be adjusted between a fully extended position P1 and a fully retracted position. The fully extended position P1 of the connecting device is shown, for example, in Figure 4A. A retracted position P2 is present when, starting from the fully extended position Pl, the connecting device 30 is adjusted and / or moved along the longitudinal axis L1 relative to the housing 10, more specifically relative to the support element 11 (see, e.g., Figures 4B or 8A). The fully retracted position is reached when the connecting device 30 is adjusted along the longitudinal axis L1 relative to the support element 11 as far as is possible depending on the geometric conditions, more specifically the stops, which are described in more detail later.In modalities, the distance between the fully extended Pl position and the fully retracted position can be in the range of 0.5 to 15 mm, more specifically in the range of 0.7 to 10 mm, particularly in the range of 0.8 to 8 mm. As shown in Figures 1, 2, and 4A to 4C, the connecting device 30 comprises a deflecting element 31, wherein the deflecting element 31 deflects the connecting device 30 in the direction of the longitudinal axis L1 of the igniter 1, more specifically along the longitudinal axis L2 opposite the longitudinal x-direction. The deflecting element 31 can be a compression spring, more specifically a coil spring. When the connecting device 30 is not fitted, as shown in Figure 4A, the deflecting element 31 deflects the connecting device 30 to maintain it in the fully extended position Pl. In the fully extended position Pl, the longitudinal axis L2 of the connecting device 30 can be practically parallel to the longitudinal axis L1 of the igniter 1.In the fully extended Pl position, the deflection element 31 can have a deflection force of at least 40%, more specifically at least 50%, and in particular at least 60%, compared to the deflection force in the fully retracted position. As shown in Figure 4C, the connecting device 30 can be adjusted not only along the longitudinal axis Ll, ​​but also transversely to the longitudinal axis Ll of the lighter 1. More specifically, the connecting device 30 can be rotated. Transverse refers to a direction that is perpendicular to the longitudinal axis Ll in a plane defined by the longitudinal axis Ll and the transverse direction when the lighter 1 is viewed from a side view, e.g., as shown in Figures 1 and 2. More specifically, the connecting device 30 can be rotated about an imaginary pivot axis PA that is perpendicular to the plane defined by the longitudinal axis Ll and the transverse direction.The connecting device 30 can be substantially rotated around the structure of the support element 11 that supports the connecting device 30, more specifically substantially around the imaginary pivot axis PA of the support element 11, which is shown in Figure 4C. However, it should be noted that the imaginary pivot axis PA can change its position depending on the forces acting on the connecting device 30 and the respective force application points FAP. Such a force application point FAP is shown in Figure 4C. The connection device can be adjusted in the transverse direction, since the gas and / or fuel receptacle device 20, which can be coupled to the lighter, may have structural components where direct access for the connection device 30 to couple to the gas and / or fuel receptacle device 20 may not be possible. Since the connection device 30 can be adjusted along the longitudinal axis L1 and / or transverse to the longitudinal axis L1, the connection device 30 can compensate for geometric differences and / or can be moved around any structural component of the gas and / or fuel receptacle device 20 to couple to the latter. With reference to Figure 4C, the connecting device 30 can be adjusted to an angle α of at least 5°, more specifically at least 7°, and in particular at least 10°, measured between the longitudinal axis Ll of the igniter 1 and a longitudinal axis L2 of the connecting device 30. It should be noted that, in Figure 4C, the longitudinal axis Ll has been moved parallel to the center eozenn / eznz / E / YiAi of the igniter 1 described above, moving towards the connecting device 30, to simplify the visualization of angle α. Angle α may be present when the connecting device 30 is adjusted in the transverse direction, in other words, when the connecting device 30 is rotated. In modalities where, starting from the first end face 342 of the connecting body 34, the chamfer 346 is provided followed by the groove 348, or only the groove 348 is provided, it may be sufficient for the connecting device 30 to fit only along the longitudinal axis Ll, ​​but not in the transverse direction. As shown in Figures 2 and 4A to 4C, the connecting device 30 comprises a first stop 33 and the housing 10 comprises a second stop 32. The deflection element 31 is disposed between the first stop 33 and the second stop 32. The deflection element 31 can surround the outer circumferential surface 341 of the connecting body 34. More specifically, the deflection element 31 can surround the third portion 352. In some embodiments, the first stop 33 is formed by the retaining ring 37, when the retaining ring 37 is inserted into the groove 36. However, in one embodiment, instead of providing the groove 36 and the retaining ring 37, the first stop 33 can be formed by a side wall of the first portion 350, which can be provided when the diameter d of the first portion is greater than the diameter d2 of the third portion 352.Alternatively, the first stop 33 may be formed by a fourth portion, which may be disposed between the third portion 352 and the first portion 350, and which may have a diameter greater than the diameter d2 of the third portion 352. The fourth portion may be rigidly connected to the first portion 350 and the third portion 352. As shown in Figures 2 and 4A to 4C, the second stop 32 is formed by the support element 11, more specifically by at least a portion of a side wall of the support element 11 facing the first stop 33. The connecting device 30 further comprises a third stop 331, more specifically wherein the third stop 331 is formed by the second portion 351. As shown in Figure 4A, in the fully extended position Pl, the third stop 331 makes contact with the second stop 32. More specifically, the third stop 331 can make contact with at least a portion of a side wall of the support element 11 facing the third stop 331. In other words, in the fully extended position Pl, the second portion 331 (or third stop 331) makes contact with the support element 11 at a first side wall of the support element 11. In this embodiment, the diverter element 31 is disposed between a second side wall of the support element 11, opposite the first side wall, and the first stop 33. The first side wall of the support element 11 can face the nozzle 40 of the igniter 1, and the second side wall of the support element 11 can face the housing recess 12 of the igniter 1. lighter 1. As shown in Figure 4B, in a retracted position P2 that is between the fully extended position P1 and the fully retracted position, and / or in the fully retracted position of the connecting device 30, a retraction distance can be defined between the second stop 32 and the third stop 331. The retraction distance can be referred to the respective distances in mm described above. Figure 4C shows an adjusted and retracted position P3 of the connecting device 30, where the connecting device 30 is adjusted along the longitudinal axis L1 and transverse to the longitudinal axis L1, thus forming angle α. This retracted position P3 occurs when a force is applied to the connecting device 30, more specifically where the force can be applied at the bevel 346 shown by the force application point FAP. In this way, the force is applied obliquely to the connecting device 30, which has not only a force component in the direction of the longitudinal axis L1, but also in the transverse direction with respect to the longitudinal axis L1. The angle α described above is formed due to the application of the oblique force.Since the deflection element 31 can be a compression spring, more specifically a coil spring, the pressure force of the deflection element 31 can increase on one side of the connecting device 30, to which the connecting device 30 is fitted and / or rotated. When the force is released from the connecting device 30, the increased deflection force can push the connecting device 30 back to the fully extended position Pl, where the angle α can be approximately 0° and the pull-out distance can be approximately 0.0 mm. eozenn / eznz / E / YiAi As described above, the support element 11 is configured to support and receive the connecting device 30, more specifically where the connecting device 30 can be adjusted and / or movably received by the support element 11. With reference to Figures 3 and 4A to 4C, the support element 11 and / or the connecting device 30 can be adapted to prevent rotation of the connecting device 30 about its longitudinal axis L2 when received by the support element 11. In a first embodiment, rotation of the connecting device 30 can be prevented by the square cross-section of the connecting body 34, more specifically the third portion 352, and an associated shape of the support element 11 that allows adjustment of the connecting device 30 but prevents rotation about the longitudinal axis L2.Additionally or alternatively, the connecting body 34 may comprise an anti-rotation element 39 on the outer circumferential surface 341, wherein the anti-rotation element 39 may project radially from the outer circumferential surface 341 of the connecting body 34. The support element 11 may be provided with an associated groove into which the anti-rotation element 39 may engage to prevent rotation. In certain embodiments, the connecting body 34 may comprise a cutout, and the support element 11 may comprise at least one pin projecting into the cutout, wherein the connection of the pin and the cutout may allow adjustment of the connecting device 30 but may prevent rotation about the longitudinal axis L2. eozenn / eznz / E / YiAi With reference to Figure 1, the nozzle 40 comprises a nozzle outlet 41 and may comprise a conduit, more specifically where the conduit can be fluidly coupled to the connecting device 30, in particular to the coupling member 38 of the connecting device 30. The nozzle 40 comprises a tubular body 42, and the conduit may be at least partially disposed within the tubular body 42. The tubular body 42 may be rigidly connected to the connecting device 30. The tubular body 42 may have a length 14 of at least 3 cm, more specifically at least 7 cm, and in particular at least 10 cm. In certain embodiments, the tubular body may have a length 14 in the range of approximately 3 cm to approximately 25 cm, more specifically in the range of approximately 7 cm to approximately 20 cm, and in particular in the range of approximately 10 cm to approximately 17 cm. With reference to Figures 1 and 2, the igniter 1 comprises an ignition assembly 50 operatively connected to the housing 10 to generate a spark at the nozzle 40, more specifically at the nozzle outlet 41. The ignition assembly 50 comprises a piezoelectric mechanism 51, adapted to provide electrical voltage due to the application of force on solids. The housing 10 may comprise an electrically conductive component that can be electrically coupled to the piezoelectric mechanism 51. The electrically conductive component can be arranged between the nozzle 40, more specifically the nozzle outlet 41, and the piezoelectric mechanism 51 to form an electrode. With reference to Figure 7, the nozzle 40 may include at least one projecting portion 401 with electrically conductive material that is electrically coupled to the piezoelectric mechanism 51.Therefore, when the piezoelectric mechanism 51 is actuated, a spark is formed between the nozzle 40 comprising an electrically conductive material and the electrically conductive component, more specifically where the spark is formed at the nozzle outlet 41. In embodiments eozenn / eznz / E / YiAi, the electrically conductive component may include a tab extending into the nozzle 40, more specifically into the nozzle outlet 41, where the spark can be formed between the tab and the nozzle 40. The igniter 1 may comprise an electrically insulating component disposed around at least a portion of the nozzle 40 to prevent unwanted sparks between the nozzle 40 and the electrically conductive component. eozenn / eznz / E / YiAi As shown in Figures 1 and 2, the igniter 1 comprises an actuating assembly 60 operatively coupled to the housing 10 and configured to operatively activate the ignition assembly 50. The actuating assembly 60 comprises a linkage arm 61 that can be operatively coupled to the ignition assembly 50 to activate the ignition assembly 50. The linkage arm 61, when actuated, can compress the piezoelectric mechanism 51, which in turn will generate a spark in the nozzle 40, more specifically at the nozzle outlet 41. In certain embodiments, a pin 13 is rigidly connected to the housing 10, where the linkage arm 61 can be coupled to the pin 13. More specifically, the linkage arm 61 can be rotatably coupled to the pin 13. The actuating assembly 60 further comprises a trigger member 62 operatively coupled to the linkage arm 61 and the housing 10.The trigger member 62 can be adapted to be actuated by a user. The igniter assembly 50 can be activated by the link arm 61 when a user actuates the trigger member 62. The trigger member 62 can extend from the housing 10 and can be movable from a first unactuated position to a second actuated position. With reference to Figure 2, a diverter member 14 is disposed between the housing 10 and the actuation assembly 60, more specifically between the housing 10 and the trigger member 62, which can be configured to drive the trigger member 62 and / or the link arm 61 to the first unactuated position if a user does not actuate the trigger member 62. In some embodiments, although not shown in the figures, the housing 10 may further comprise a locking element operatively coupled to the drive assembly 60. The locking element may be movable between a first locking element position and a second locking element position. In the first locking element position, the locking element prevents the operative movement of the drive assembly 60, and in the second locking element position, the locking element permits the operative movement of the drive assembly 60. The locking element may be provided to increase the safety of the lighter, e.g., to make the lighter childproof.In the first position of the locking element eozenn / eznz / E / YiAi, movement of the drive assembly 60, specifically the trigger member 62, can be prevented so that the ignition assembly 50 cannot be actuated. In other words, in the first position of the locking element, the locking element can prevent the operative movement of the trigger member 62 even when a user applies force to the trigger member 62. In some configurations, the locking element can be set to automatically move to the first position when not actuated by a user. The locking element can be provided as a switch operatively coupled to the housing. The switch can be movable from the first position of the locking element to the second position.Additionally or alternatively, the safety of lighter 1 can be increased by adapting the force required to activate lighter 1, e.g., via the diverter element 14 and / or via the actuating assembly 60 shown in Figure 2. The diverter element can be configured to drive the trigger member 62 to the first unactuated position. To actuate lighter 1, a user may have to apply a force to the trigger member 62 that is greater than the spring force provided by the diverter element 14 and / or large enough to actuate the actuating assembly 60, e.g., to activate the ignition assembly 50 and / or the gas and / or fuel receptacle device 20.In eozenn / eznz / E / YiAi modalities, the diverter element 14 can be adapted to provide a sufficiently large spring force and / or the drive assembly 60 can be configured to require a sufficiently large drive force to provide a child safety lock for lighter 1, thereby increasing the safety of lighter 1. eozenn / eznz / E / YiAi According to a second aspect of this description, a lighter 1 comprises the gas and / or fuel receptacle device 20 coupled to the lighter 1, as shown in Figures 1 and 2. The lighter 1 can be provided in any of the embodiments described for the first aspect of this description. The gas and / or fuel receptacle device 20 is configured to be replaceably coupled to the lighter 1. The gas and / or fuel receptacle device 20 is configured to be inserted into the housing 10. More specifically, the gas and / or fuel receptacle device 20 is configured to be inserted into the housing recess 12. The gas and / or fuel receptacle device 20 is described in further detail below. Figures 6A and 6C show exploded views of two different embodiments of the gas and / or fuel receptacle device 20, which can be coupled to the igniter 1, respectively. As shown in Figures 6A and 6C, the gas and / or fuel receptacle device 20 comprises a fluid receptacle 21 and a valve assembly 22 for selectively dispensing gas and / or fuel. The fluid receptacle 21 can be filled with gas and / or fuel and can be refilled when empty. In one embodiment, the gas and / or fuel in the fluid receptacle 21 may be liquid and may become gaseous when they leave the fluid receptacle 21. The fuel and / or gas may be isobutane mixture hydrocarbon comprising a density at 23 °C of at least 0.553 g / cm3 and vapor pressure at 55 °C of up to 679 kPa.The fluid receptacle 21 can be made of plastic, more specifically polyacetal, particularly Delrin. The fluid receptacle 21 comprises a base 212 that connects to the fluid receptacle 21 on one side. The base 212 may include an opening extending through it so that the fluid receptacle 21 can be filled with fuel and / or gas through the opening. The fluid receptacle 21 may comprise a ball 213 provided in the opening which, together with the base structure 212, can act as a non-return valve preventing fluid from leaving the fluid receptacle 21 through the base 212. On one side of the fluid receptacle 21 opposite the base 212, the fluid receptacle comprises at least one projection 211, more specifically two projections 211, which can be separated from each other and extend in a longitudinal direction of the fluid receptacle 21. The valve assembly 22 comprises an adjustable valve 23 and a valve actuator 24, wherein the valve actuator 24 is operatively engaged with the valve 23 to open and close the valve 23. Projections 211 are configured to pivotally support the valve actuator 24. The adjustable valve 23 comprises a movable valve member 231 and a valve seat 232, which is configured to movably receive the valve member 231. The valve seat 232 is rigidly connected to the fluid receptacle 21. The movable valve member 231 is operatively engaged with the valve actuator 24 to open and close the valve 23. Alternatively, the valve assembly 22 may comprise a non-adjustable valve. eozenn / eznz / E / YiAi The gas and / or fuel receptacle device 20 comprises a spring element 25 coupled to the valve actuator 24, wherein the spring element 25 can drive the valve actuator 24 to an actuated position, in which the valve 23 is closed. In this case, the valve member 231 is pushed against the valve seat 232, thereby preventing the gas and / or fuel receptacle 20 from dispensing gas and / or fuel. With respect to Figure 6B, the valve 23 may further comprise a rubber gasket 233 connected to the valve member 231 so as to provide a fluid-tight connection between the valve member 231 and the valve seat 232 when the valve 23 remains actuated. The valve 23 further comprises a diaphragm 234 for regulating fluid flow, which can be connected to the valve seat 232, and a disc 235 for sealing the diaphragm 232 in the valve seat 232.The valve assembly 22 may further comprise a cap 28 attached to the fluid receptacle 21 and covering at least one or more of the components described above. eozenn / eznz / E / YiAi With reference to the gas and / or fuel receptacle device 20 embodiment shown in Figures 6C and 6D, the gas and / or fuel receptacle device 20 is configured for standalone use as a lighter, e.g., as a pocket lighter, such as the BIC Maxi J26. In the embodiment of the gas and / or fuel receptacle device 20 shown in Figures 6C and 6D, the gas and / or fuel receptacle device 20 comprises an ignition device 26 for generating a spark at the valve assembly 22, more specifically at valve 23. The ignition device 26 comprises a spark wheel 261 coupled to the gas and / or fuel receptacle device 20 and a flint 262 coupled to the gas and / or fuel receptacle device 20, wherein the flint 262 is operatively coupled to the spark wheel. 261 to generate a spark after rotation of the spark wheel 261. The valve actuator 24 can be operatively coupled to the ignition device 26. Alternatively, the ignition device 26 can comprise a piezoelectric component that can be configured to generate a spark at the valve 23 after activation by the valve actuator 24. The gas and / or fuel receptacle device 20 can comprise a spring member 264, which drives the flint 262 toward the spark wheel 261. The ignition device 26 comprises a protective cover member 263 that can be adapted to prevent rotation of the spark wheel 261 in the absence of a push force exerted by a user toward the spark wheel 261. Furthermore, the protective cover member 263 can be adapted to permit rotation of the spark wheel 261 in the presence of a push force exerted by a user toward the spark wheel 261.The protective cover member 263 comprises a nose 265 projecting towards the valve 23, more specifically towards the movable valve member 231. The connecting device 30 is configured to couple to the valve assembly 22, more specifically to the adjustable valve 23, in a fluid-tight manner. When coupled, the connecting device 30, more specifically the connecting body 34, receives the valve 23, more specifically the movable valve member 231, in the opening 344 adjacent to the first end face 342. The fluid-tight connection can be provided by the sealing member 35 configured to receive the valve member 231. eozenn / eznz / E / YiAi The actuating assembly 60 described above and coupled to the housing 10 is further configured to operatively actuate the gas and / or fuel receptacle device 20 for dispensing gas and / or fuel, more specifically to operatively actuate the valve actuator 24. With reference to Figure 2, the linkage arm 61 is configured to operatively couple to the ignition assembly 50 to activate the igniter assembly 50 and / or is configured to operatively couple to the gas and / or fuel receptacle device 20 for dispensing gas and / or fuel. More specifically, the valve assembly 22, in particular the valve actuator 24, can be configured to be actuated by the linkage arm 61 when a user actuates the trigger member 62. When actuated, the valve actuator 24 moves the valve member 231 in the direction of the longitudinal axis L1.The movement of valve member 231 to open valve 23 to dispense gas and / or fuel can be compensated by a movement of valve member 231 in the opening 344 of the connection device 30 in relation to the connection device 30, and / or by a movement of valve member 231 and the connection device 30 in relation to the housing 10, more specifically in relation to the support element 11 due to an adjustment of the connection device 30. In certain configurations, the second actuated position of the drive assembly 60 may comprise a first actuation stage and a second actuation stage following the first actuation stage. In the first actuation stage, the link arm 61 may be configured to actuate only the valve assembly 22. In the second actuation stage, the link arm 61 may be configured to actuate the valve assembly 22 and activate the ignition assembly 50. These features may ensure that gas and / or fuel are already available at the nozzle outlet 41 when a spark is generated. In embodiments, as shown in the schematic views of lighter 1 in Figures 8A and 8B, the drive assembly 60 comprises an intermediate rotating spindle rod 63 coupled to the housing 10, more specifically where the intermediate rotating spindle rod 63 is pivotally coupled to the housing 10 by means of a spindle pin 64. The spindle rod 63 is disposed between the link arm 61 and the gas and / or fuel receptacle device eozenn / eznz / E / YiAi 20. More specifically, the rotating rod 63 is operatively coupled to the link arm 61 and the valve actuator 24. The rotating rod 63 may comprise a rotating rod opening 65 configured to receive and slideably support a projection of the link arm 61, e.g., as shown in Figure 8B. In the first actuation stage, the link arm 61 may be configured to actuate the valve assembly 22 via the rotating rod 63 to anticipate the opening of the valve 23 for stabilized and improved lighting efficiency of the igniter 1. eozenn / eznz / E / YiAi With reference to Figures 1 and 2, the gas and / or fuel receptacle device 20 is coupled to the connecting device 30 and is therefore fluidly coupled to the nozzle 40 via the connecting device 30. In more detail, when the gas and / or fuel receptacle device 20 is actuated, and thus dispenses gas and / or fuel, the gas and / or fuel is dispensed from the fluid receptacle 21 through the valve seat 232 and flows into an opening in the valve member 231. The valve 23, more specifically the valve member 231, and the connecting device 30 are fluidly coupled so that the gas and / or fuel can flow through the connecting device 30 and the conduit to the nozzle 40, more specifically to the nozzle outlet 41. Due to the characteristics described above, there may be geometric differences between the gas and / or fuel receptacle device 20 as shown in Figure 6A (hereafter referred to as a first gas and / or fuel receptacle device) and the gas and / or fuel receptacle device 20 as shown in Figure 6C (hereafter referred to as a second gas and / or fuel receptacle device). The first and second gas and / or fuel receptacle devices may have different heights, specifically the height measured between the base 212 and the valve 23. The height difference may be at least 0.3 mm, more specifically at least 0.5 mm, and particularly at least 0.7 mm.However, the height difference between the first and second gas and / or fuel receptacle devices can be compensated for by adjusting the connection device 30 along the longitudinal axis Ll, ​​e.g., as shown in Figure 8A. ppzenn / eznz / E / YiAi Furthermore, the geometric structure of the first gas and / or fuel receptacle device may allow direct access of the connecting device 30 to couple with the first gas and / or fuel receptacle device. However, since the second gas and / or fuel receptacle device comprises a protective cover member 263 having a nose 265 projecting towards the valve 23, direct access of the connecting device 30 to couple with the second gas and / or fuel receptacle device may not be possible. However, since the connecting device 30 can be adjusted in a transverse direction (and / or rotated), it can pass around the nose 265 and couple with the second gas and / or fuel receptacle device. With reference to Figures 1 and 2, the coupling of the gas and / or fuel receptacle device 20 to the igniter 1 will now be described in more detail. A user separates the housing cover 10 so that the housing recess 12 opens to receive and support the gas and / or fuel receptacle device 20. The user then pushes the gas and / or fuel receptacle device 20 into the housing recess 12 along the longitudinal axis L1, with the valve assembly 22 facing the nozzle, more specifically the connecting device 30. The gas and / or fuel receptacle device 20 makes contact with the connecting device 30 so that the connecting device 30 can be coupled to the valve assembly 22, more specifically the valve 23, in a fluid-tight manner.During coupling and depending on the geometric structure of the gas and / or fuel receptacle device 20 described above, the eozenn / eznz / E / YiAi connection device 30 can be adjusted along the longitudinal axis L1 and / or in the transverse direction. eozenn / eznz / E / YiAi If direct access of the connecting device 30 to the valve 23 is possible with respect to the longitudinal axis Ll, ​​the connecting device 30 may only be adjusted along the longitudinal axis Ll. If direct access of the connecting device 30 to the valve 23 with respect to the longitudinal axis Ll is not possible, the connecting device 30 may be adjusted in the transverse direction and / or rotated to pass around the geometric structure. If the gas and / or fuel receptacle device 20 comprises the protruding nose 265 to the valve 23, the nose 265 may contact the connecting body 34, more specifically the bevel 346, at the point of application of the FAP force, as shown in Figure 4C. The connection device 30 rotates and the shape of the bezel 34 6 helps the connection body 34 to slide around the nose 265 when the gas and / or fuel receptacle device 20 is pushed into the connection device 30.Subsequently, the nose 265 reaches the slot 348 so that the connecting device 30 can be rotated again to a position where the angle α approaches 0° and where the longitudinal axis L2 is substantially parallel to the longitudinal length L1. Finally, the connecting device 30 has access to the valve 23 and can be coupled to the valve 23. The user attaches the cap to the housing 10, which in turn holds the gas and / or fuel receptacle device 20 in the engaged position. More specifically, the cap's tensioning element can drive the gas and / or fuel receptacle device 20 along the longitudinal axis Ll toward the connecting device 30. The tensioning element can be adapted to compensate for a difference in height between the various gas and / or fuel receptacle devices 20 in the housing recess 12. Although the above coupling is described for the nose 265, it should be understood that the connecting device 30 can be configured to pass around any other structural component of the gas and / or fuel receptacle device 20 that might prevent direct access of the connecting device 30 to the valve 23. Although the present invention has been described above and defined in the appended claims, it should be understood that the invention may be alternatively defined in accordance with the following embodiments: eozenn / eznz / E / YiAi 1. A lighter (1), comprising: a housing (10) having a nozzle (40), characterized in that the housing (10) is adapted to receive a gas and / or fuel receptacle device (20); and a connection device (30), wherein the connection device (30) is configured to couple the gas and / or fuel receptacle device (20) to the nozzle (40); characterized in that the connection device (30) is adjustable. 2. The lighter (1) according to modality 1, wherein the lighter (1) has a longitudinal axis (Ll), wherein the connection device (30) can be adjusted along the longitudinal axis (Ll). 3. The lighter (1) according to one of the above modalities, wherein the connection device (30) can be adjusted by at least 0.5 mm, more specifically at least 0.7 mm, along the longitudinal axis (Ll). 4. The lighter (1) according to one of the above modalities, wherein the connection device (30) can be adjusted between a fully extended position (Pl) and a fully retracted position. 5. The lighter (1) according to modality 4, wherein the distance between the fully extended position (Pl) and the fully retracted position is in the range of 0.5 to 15 mm, particularly in the range of 0.7 to 10 mm, more specifically in the range of 0.8 to 8 mm. 6. The lighter (1) according to one of the above embodiments, wherein the connecting device (30) comprises a diverter element (31), more specifically a compression spring. 7. The lighter (1) according to modality 6, wherein the diverting element (31) diverts the connecting device (30) in the direction of the longitudinal axis (Ll). 8. The lighter (1) according to mode 6 or mode 7, wherein, in the fully extended position (Pl), the deflection element (31) has a deflection force of at least 40%, more specifically at least 50%, in particular at least 60%, compared to the deflection force in the fully retracted position. 9. The lighter (1) according to one of the above modalities, wherein the connecting device (30) can be adjusted transversely to the longitudinal axis (Ll), more specifically wherein the connecting device (30) can be rotated. 10. The lighter (1) according to modality 9, wherein the connecting device (30) can be adjusted to an angle a of at least 5°, more specifically at least 7°, in particular at least 10°, measured between the longitudinal axis (Ll) of the lighter (1) and a longitudinal axis (L2) of the connecting device (30). 11. The lighter (1) according to one of the modes 5 eozenn / eznz / E / YiAi to 10, wherein the connection device (30) comprises a first stop (33) and wherein the housing (10) comprises a second stop (32), wherein the diverter element (31) is disposed between the first stop (33) and the second stop (32). 12. The lighter (1) according to one of the above embodiments, wherein the connection device (30) comprises a connection body (34), more specifically a cylindrical connection body (34), having a length (1) and a diameter (d). 13. The lighter (1) according to modality 12, wherein the connection body (34) has an external circumferential surface (341), a first end face (342) and a second end face (343). 14. The lighter (1) according to modality 12 or modality 13, wherein the connection body (34) comprises an opening (344), which defines an internal circumferential surface (345). 15. The lighter (1) according to one of the embodiments 12 to 14, wherein the connecting body (34) comprises a bevel (346) disposed between the first end face (342) and the outer circumferential surface (341), more specifically wherein the bevel (346) extends at least partially over the circumference of the connecting body (34). eozenn / eznz / E / YiAi 16. The lighter (1) according to one of the modalities 12 to 15, wherein the connection body (34) comprises a chamfer (347) disposed between the first end face (342) and the inner circumferential surface (345). 17. The lighter (1) according to one of the embodiments 12 to 16, wherein the connecting body (34) comprises a groove (348) that extends at least partially over the outer circumferential surface (341), more specifically wherein the groove (348) extends at least partially over the length (1) of the connecting body (34). 18. The lighter (1) according to modality 17, wherein the groove (348) and the bevel (346) are substantially aligned with each other on the outer circumferential surface (341) with respect to the longitudinal axis (L2). 19. The lighter (1) according to modality 17 or modality 18, wherein the slit (348) and the bevel (346) are oriented towards a center of the lighter (1). 20. The lighter (1) according to one of the modalities 17 to 19, wherein, starting from the first end face (342) along the longitudinal axis (L2), the connecting body (34) comprises the bevel (346), followed by a section of diameter (d), followed by the slit (348). eozenn / eznz / E / YiAi 21. The lighter (1) according to one of the modalities 12 to 20, wherein the connection body (34) comprises a first portion (350) close to the first end face (342) having a diameter (d) and a length (11). 22. The lighter (1) according to one of the modalities 12 to 21, wherein the connection body (34) comprises a second portion (351) close to the second end face (343) having a diameter (di) and a length (12). 23. The lighter (1) according to modality 21 or modality 22, wherein the connection body (34) comprises a third portion (352) disposed between the first portion (350) and the second portion (351) having a diameter (d2) and a length (13). 24. The lighter (1) according to modality 22 or modality 23, wherein the diameter (di) of the second portion (351) is greater than the diameter (d) of the first portion (350). 25. The lighter (1) according to modality 23 or modality 24, wherein the diameter (d2) of the third portion (352) is less than the diameter (d) of the first portion (350) and / or the diameter (di) of the second portion (351). 26. The lighter (1) according to one of the modes 12 to 25, wherein the connection body (34) comprises a groove eozenn / eznz / E / YiAi (36) on the outer circumferential surface (341), more specifically wherein the groove (36) extends at least partially over the circumference of the connection body (34). 27. The lighter (1) according to modality 26, wherein the groove (36) is formed between the first portion (350) and the third portion (352). 28. The lighter (1) according to modality 26 or modality 27, wherein the connection device (30) comprises a retaining ring (37) that can be inserted into the slot (36). 29. The lighter (1) according to modality 28, wherein the first stop (33) is formed by the retaining ring (37). 30. The lighter (1) according to one of the modes 12 to 29, wherein at least a portion of the connecting body (34) comprises a square cross-section, more specifically a square cross-section with rounded edges. 31. The lighter (1) according to modality 30, when dependent on modality 23, wherein the third portion (352) comprises the cross-section of square shape with rounded edges. 32. The igniter (1) according to one of the embodiments 12 to 31, wherein the connection body (34) comprises a coupling member (38) disposed on the second end face (343), wherein the coupling member (38) is configured to couple to the nozzle (40). 33. The lighter (1) according to one of the above embodiments, wherein the housing (10) comprises a support element (11) configured to receive and support the connection device (30), more specifically wherein the connection device (30) is movably received by the support element (11). 34. The lighter according to modality 33, wherein the second stop (32) is formed by the support element (11), more specifically by at least a portion of a side wall of the support element (11) facing the first stop (33). 35. The lighter according to any one of the modalities 22 to 34, wherein the connection device (30) comprises a third stop (331), more specifically wherein the third stop (331) is formed by the second portion (351). 36. The lighter according to modality 35, wherein in the fully extended position (Pl) of the connecting device (30) the third stop (331) comes into contact with the second stop (32), more specifically wherein the third stop (331) comes into contact with at least one portion of a side wall of the support element (11) facing the third stop (331). 37. The lighter according to modality 35 or modality 36, wherein in a retracted position (P2), which is between the fully extended position and the fully retracted position, and / or in the fully retracted position of the connecting device (30), there is a distance (dretraction) between the second stop (32) and the third stop (331). 38. The lighter (1) according to any one of the modalities 33 to 37, wherein the support element (11) is adapted to prevent the rotation of the connecting device (30) about its longitudinal axis (L2). 39. The lighter (1) according to one of the modalities 12 to 38, wherein the connection body (34) comprises an anti-rotation element (39) on the outer circumferential surface (341). 40. The lighter (1) according to one of the above embodiments, wherein the connection device (30) comprises a sealing member (35), more specifically a sealing bushing, wherein the sealing member (35) is configured to engage with the gas and / or fuel receptacle device (20). 41. The lighter (1) according to modality 40, when eozenn / eznz / E / YiAi depends on modality 14, wherein the sealing member (35) is disposed in the connection body (34), more specifically in the opening (344) of the connection body (34) near the first end face (342). 42. The lighter (1) according to one of the above embodiments, wherein the housing (10) comprises a housing recess (12) configured to receive and support the gas and / or fuel receptacle device (20). 43. The lighter (1) according to one of the above embodiments, wherein the lighter (1) further comprises a cap that is designed to fit into the housing (10), more specifically wherein the cap is configured to cover the housing recess (12). 44. The lighter (1) according to modality 43, wherein the cap is designed to be coupled to the housing (10) by means of a positive locking connection, more specifically a press-fit connection. 45. The lighter (1) according to modality 43 or modality 44, wherein the cover is connected to the housing (10) by means of a hinge. 46. ​​The lighter (1) according to one of the modalities 43 to 45, wherein the cap comprises a tensioning element configured to apply a preload in the direction of the longitudinal axis (Ll). eozenn / eznz / E / YiAi 47. The lighter (1) according to one of the above embodiments, wherein the nozzle (40) comprises a nozzle outlet (41) and a conduit, more specifically wherein the conduit is coupled to the connecting device (30). 48. The lighter (1) according to modality 47, wherein the nozzle (40) further comprises a tubular body (42), more specifically wherein the conduit is at least partially disposed in the tubular body (42). 49. The lighter (1) according to modality 48, wherein the nozzle (40), more specifically the tubular body (42) of the nozzle (40), has a length (14) of at least 3 cm, more specifically at least 7 cm, in particular at least 10 cm. 50. The lighter (1) according to modality 48 or modality 49, wherein the nozzle (40), more specifically the tubular body (42), has a length in the range of approximately 3 cm to approximately 25 cm, more specifically in the range of approximately 7 cm to approximately 20 cm, particularly in the range of approximately 10 cm to approximately 17 cm. 51. The igniter (1) according to one of the embodiments 47 to 50, further comprising an ignition assembly (50) operatively connected to the housing (10) eozenn / eznz / E / YiAi to generate a spark in the nozzle (40), more specifically in the nozzle outlet (41). 52. The igniter (1) according to modality 51, wherein the ignition assembly (50) comprises a piezoelectric mechanism (51). 53. The lighter (1) according to modality 52, wherein the housing (10) comprises an electrically conductive component, which is electrically coupled to the piezoelectric mechanism (51). 54. The lighter (1) according to modality 53, wherein the electrically conductive component is arranged between the nozzle (40) and the piezoelectric mechanism (51) to form an electrode. 55. The lighter (1) according to modality 53 or modality 54, wherein the nozzle (40) includes at least a portion with electrically conductive material that is electrically coupled to the piezoelectric mechanism (51), more specifically where a spark gap is formed between the nozzle (40) and the electrically conductive component. 56. The lighter (1) according to one of the modalities 53 to 55, wherein the electrically conductive component includes a tongue extending towards the nozzle (40), wherein the spark gap is formed between the tongue and the nozzle (40). 57. The lighter (1) according to one of embodiments 53 to 56, further comprising an electrically insulating component disposed around at least a portion of the nozzle (40) to prevent unwanted sparks between the nozzle (40) and the electrically conductive component. 58. The igniter (1) according to one of the embodiments 51 to 57, further comprising an actuating assembly (60) coupled to the housing (10) and configured to operatively activate the ignition assembly (50). 59. The igniter (1) according to modality 58, wherein the drive assembly (60) comprises a link arm (61) operatively coupled to the ignition assembly (50) to activate the ignition assembly (50). 60. The lighter (1) according to modality 59, when dependent on modality 52, wherein the link arm (61), when actuated, compresses the piezoelectric mechanism (51). 61. The lighter (1) according to modality 59 or modality 60, wherein a pin (13) is rigidly connected to the housing (10) and wherein the linking arm (61) is coupled to the pin (13), more specifically wherein the linking arm (61) is rotatably coupled to the pin (13). eozenn / eznz / E / YiAi 62. The lighter (1) according to one of embodiments 59 to 61, wherein the drive assembly (60) comprises a trigger member (62) operatively coupled to the link arm (61). 63. The igniter (1) according to modality 62, wherein the ignition assembly (50) is activated when a user actuates the trigger member (62). 64. The lighter (1) according to modality 62 or modality 63, wherein the trigger member (62) extends from the housing (10) and can be movable from a first unactuated position to a second actuated position. 65. The igniter (1) according to modality 64, wherein the second actuated position comprises a first actuation stage and a second actuation stage after the first actuation stage, wherein the linking arm activates the ignition assembly (50) in the second actuation stage. 66. The igniter (1) according to one of embodiments 62 to 65, wherein a diverter member (14) is disposed between the housing (10) and the drive assembly (60), more specifically between the housing (10) and the trigger member (62), which is configured to drive the trigger member (62) and / or the link arm (61) to the first undriven position. 67. The lighter (1) according to one of embodiments 58 to 66, wherein the housing (10) comprises a locking element operatively coupled to the drive assembly (60), wherein the locking element can be movable between a first locking element position and a second locking element position. 68. The lighter (1) according to modality 67, wherein, in the first position of the locking element, the locking element prevents the operative movement of the drive assembly (60) and wherein, in the second position of the locking element, the locking element allows the operative movement of the drive assembly (60). 69. A lighter (1) according to one of the above modalities, comprising: the gas and / or fuel receptacle device (20) coupled to the lighter (1). 70. The lighter (1) according to modality 69, wherein the gas and / or fuel receptacle device (20) is configured to be replaceably coupled to the lighter (1). 71. The lighter (1) according to modality 69 or modality 70, wherein the gas and / or fuel receptacle device (20) is configured to be inserted into the housing (10), more specifically wherein the gas and / or fuel receptacle device (20) is configured to be inserted into the housing recess (12). 72. The lighter (1) according to modality 69 to 71, wherein the gas and / or fuel receptacle device (20) comprises a fluid receptacle (21) and a valve assembly (22) for selectively dispensing fuel and / or gas. 73. The lighter (1) according to modality 72, wherein the valve assembly (22) comprises an adjustable valve (23) and a valve actuator (24), wherein the valve actuator (24) is coupled to the valve (23) to open and close the valve (23). 74. The lighter (1) according to modality 73, wherein the connection device (30) is configured to couple to the valve assembly (22), more specifically to the adjustable valve (23), in a fluid-tight manner. 75. The lighter (1) according to modality 73 or 74, wherein the drive assembly (60) coupled to the housing (10) is further configured to operatively drive the gas and / or fuel receptacle device (20) for dispensing fuel and / or gas, and more specifically to operatively drive the valve actuator (24). 76. The igniter (1) according to one of embodiments 69 to 75, wherein the link arm (61) is configured to be operatively coupled to the ignition assembly (50) to activate the ignition assembly (50) and / or is configured to be operatively coupled to the gas and / or fuel receptacle device (20) to dispense gas and / or fuel. 77. The lighter (1) according to one of the modalities 73 to 76, wherein the valve assembly (22), more specifically the valve actuator (24), is configured to be actuated by the linkage arm (61) when a user actuates the trigger member (62). 78. The igniter (1) according to modality 72 to 77, wherein in the first stage of actuation the link arm (61) is configured to actuate only the valve assembly (22). 79. The igniter (1) according to one of the modes 72 to 78, wherein in the second actuation stage, the link arm (61) is configured to actuate the valve assembly (22) and activate the ignition assembly (50). 80. The lighter (1) according to one of embodiments 73 to 79, wherein the gas and / or fuel receptacle device (20) comprises a spring element (25) coupled to the valve actuator (24), wherein the spring element (25) drives the valve actuator (24) to an unactuated position where the valve (23) is closed. 81. The lighter (1) according to one of the above embodiments, wherein the gas and / or fuel receptacle device (20) is configured to be used independently as a lighter. 82. The igniter (1) according to modality 81, wherein the gas and / or fuel receptacle device (20) further comprises an ignition device (26) for generating a spark in the valve assembly (22), more specifically in the valve (23). 83. The igniter (1) according to modality 82, wherein the ignition device (26) comprises a spark wheel (261) coupled to the gas and / or fuel receptacle device (20) and a flint (262) coupled to the gas and / or fuel receptacle device (20), wherein the flint (262) is operatively coupled to the spark wheel (261) to generate a spark after the rotation of the spark wheel (261). 84. The igniter (1) according to modality 83, wherein the ignition device (26) comprises a protective cover member (263) adapted to prevent the rotation of the spark wheel (261) in the absence of a pushing force towards the spark wheel (261), and adapted to allow the rotation of the spark wheel (261) in the presence of a pushing force towards the spark wheel (261). 85. The igniter (1) according to any one of the modalities 82 to 84, wherein the valve actuator (24) is operatively coupled to the ignition device (26). 86. The igniter (1) according to any one of the modalities 82 to 85, wherein the ignition device (26) comprises a piezoelectric component that generates a spark in the valve (23) after activation by the valve actuator (24). Reference numerals eozenn / eznz / E / YiAi Ll longitudinal axis of the lighter 25 Pl fully extended position .the device L2 longitudinal axis of the connecting device P2 retracted position of the X longitudinal direction connecting device P perpendicular direction P3 retracted position of the r radial direction 30 connecting device PA imaginary axis of rotation FAP point of application of 25 12 13 housing slot pin force at angle that occurs when the connecting device is rotated 20 21 gas and / or fuel receptacle device fluid receptacle d diameter of connecting body 30 22 23 valve assembly valve di diameter of second portion 24 25 valve actuator spring element d2 diameter of third 26 ignition device portion 35 28 cap dretraction retracted distance 30 connecting device 1 length of connecting body 31 32 diverter element second stop 11 length of first 33 first stop portion 40 34 connecting body 12 length of second portion 35 36 sealing member groove 13 length of third portion 37 38 retaining ring coupling member 14 length of nozzle 45 40 nozzle 1 igniter 41 nozzle outlet 10 housing 42 tubular nozzle body ignition assembly support element eozenn / eznz / E / YiAi 51 piezoelectric mechanism 264 spring element 60 assembly of 25 265 actuating nose 331 third stop 61 link arm 341 surface 5 62 external circumferential trigger member 63 rotating rod 342 first intermediate rotating end face 30 343 second end face 64 rod pin of 344 rotation opening 345 surface 10 65 internal circumferential rotating rod opening 346 bevel or cut in 211 projections 35 slope 212 base 347 chamfer 213 ball 348 slit 15 231 valve member 350 first body portion 232 connecting valve seat 233 rubber gasket 40 351 second body portion 234 connecting diaphragm 235 disc 352 third body portion 20 261 connecting spark wheel 262 flint 401 outgoing portion 263 protective cover member eozenn / eznz / E / YiAi

Claims

1. A lighter (1), comprising: a housing (10) having a nozzle (40), characterized in that the housing (10) is adapted to receive a gas and / or fuel receptacle device (20); and a connecting device (30), wherein the connecting device (30) is configured to couple the gas and / or fuel receptacle device (20) to the nozzle (40), wherein the connecting device (30) can be adjusted along a longitudinal axis (Ll) of the lighter such that the lighter (1) can be coupled to different gas and / or fuel receptacle devices having different geometric and / or structural dimensions, wherein the connecting device (30) can be adjusted in a direction transverse to the longitudinal axis (Ll).

2. The lighter (1) according to claim 1, characterized in that the connection device (30) is adjustable along the longitudinal axis (Ll) by at least 0.5 mm, in particular at least 0.7 mm, along the longitudinal axis (Ll).

3. The lighter (1) according to any of the preceding claims, characterized in that the connection device (30) can be adjusted between a fully extended position (Pl) and a fully retracted position, more specifically wherein the distance between the fully extended position (Pl) and the fully retracted position is in the range of 0.5 to 15 mm, particularly in the range of 0.7 to 10 mm, more specifically in the range of 0.8 to 8 mm.

4. The lighter (1) according to one of claims 10, characterized in that the connecting device (30) comprises a deflection element (31), more specifically a compression spring, wherein the deflection element (31) deflects the connecting device (30) in the direction of the longitudinal axis (L1).

5. The lighter (1) according to claim 4, characterized in that, in the fully extended position (Pl), the deflection element (31) has a deflection force of at least 40%, more specifically at least 50%, in particular at least 60%, compared to the deflection force in the fully retracted position.

6. The lighter (1) according to claim 5, characterized in that the connection device (30) comprises a first stop (33) and wherein the housing (10) comprises a second stop (32), wherein the diverter element (31) is disposed between the first stop (33) and the second stop (32).

7. The lighter (1) according to any of claims 1-6, characterized in that the connecting device (30) can be rotated, more specifically can be adjusted to an angle α of at least 5°, more specifically at least 7°, in particular at least 10°, measured between the longitudinal axis (Ll) of the lighter (1) and a longitudinal axis (L2) of the connecting device (30).

8. The lighter (1) according to any of the preceding claims, characterized in that the connecting device (30) comprises a cylindrical connecting body (34) having a length (1) and a diameter (d), wherein the connecting body (34) has an external circumferential surface (341), a first end face (342) and a second end face (343), and wherein the connecting body (34) comprises an opening (344), which defines an internal circumferential surface (345).

9. The lighter (1) according to claim 8, characterized in that the connecting body (34) comprises a bevel (346) or sloped cut disposed between the first end face (342) and the outer circumferential surface (341), more specifically wherein the bevel (346) extends at least partially over the circumference of the connecting body (34).

10. The lighter (1) according to claim 8, characterized in that the connection body (34) comprises a first portion (350) close to the first end face (342) having a diameter (d) and a length (11).

11. The lighter (1) according to claim 8, characterized in that the connection body (34) comprises a second portion (351) close to the second end face (343) having a diameter (di) and a length (12).

12. The lighter (1) according to claim 8, characterized in that the connecting body (34) comprises a groove (36) in the outer circumferential surface (341), more specifically in that the groove (36) extends at least partially over the circumference of the connecting body (34).

13. The lighter (1) according to claim 8, characterized in that at least a portion of the connecting body (34) comprises a square-shaped cross-section, more specifically, a square-shaped cross-section with rounded edges.

14. A lighter (1) according to any of the preceding claims, comprising: the gas and / or fuel receptacle device (20) coupled to the lighter (1), characterized in that the gas and / or fuel receptacle device (20) is configured to be replaceably coupled to the lighter (1).

15. The lighter (1) according to any one of the preceding claims 10, characterized in that the gas and / or fuel receptacle device (20) is configured to be used independently as a lighter.

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