Low Flow Flares with No Pilot Gas and No Power Required
Low Flow Flares
No Pilot Gas Required
The HERO Low Flow Flare is specifically designed for low flow flare applications, or for those sites located in remote locations and do not have access to electric or pilot fuel gas.
The Low Flow Flare utilizes a battery/solar-powered direct spark ignition system. The direct spark ignition system produces a spark at the flare tip every three seconds regardless of if there is waste gas flow going to the flare or not. The continuous direct spark ignition source also includes a continuous ignition monitoring device that gives notification each time the ignition probe sparks to give the site personnel assurance an ignition source is present at all times.
What Is a Low Flow Flare and How Does It Ignite Without Pilot Gas?
A low flow flare is a compact flare built for small waste gas volumes, the kind you get from tank vapors and remote wellheads, where a full-size flare and its pilot system would be overkill and impractical.
The hard part at these sites is keeping an ignition source lit with no power and no pilot fuel gas. The Hero Low Flow Flare solves it with a battery or solar-powered direct spark ignition system. Instead of burning a continuous pilot, it produces a spark at the flare tip every three seconds, whether or not waste gas is flowing, so an ignition source is always present the moment gas arrives.
A monitoring device confirms each spark and notifies your personnel, which gives you continuous assurance without sending a crew to a remote location.
Tell us your site power and gas situation and we will confirm the ignition setup.
No Pilot Gas, No Power, No Problem
Conventional flares need a continuously burning pilot, which means a pilot fuel gas supply and usually a power source to monitor it. At a remote, unmanned site that is a real cost and a real reliability risk, because if the pilot gas runs out or the power drops, the flare goes dark.
The Hero Low Flow Flare removes both dependencies. There is no pilot to keep lit and no pilot gas to supply, and the spark system runs on battery or solar power, so the flare keeps an ignition source ready on its own.
That is what makes it the practical, low-cost choice for the remote and budget-sensitive sites where other flares are hard to keep running.
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Compliance and Destruction Efficiency
A low flow flare still has to meet the rules for the tank vapors and wellhead gas it burns. The Hero Low Flow Flare provides 98% destruction efficiency and meets EPA 40 CFR 60.18 flare tip exit velocity requirements, which supports compliance for tank vapor and remote flaring under the NSPS OOOO program.
The continuous spark and flame arrestor keep combustion safe and reliable in unmanned field conditions. We can reference this compliance in your permitting documents. For more on the current rules, see our OOOOb/c overview, then contact us for the records you need.
Flaring at a Remote Site with No Power or Pilot Gas?
The Hero Low Flow Flare runs on solar direct-spark ignition and ships as a complete, in-stock package. Send your flow rate and site details and we will confirm the right unit.
Related Flare Systems and Resources
The Low Flow Flare is part of Hero’s full flare and vapor-control line. Explore related options below, or browse all flares.
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Air-Assist Flares
Blower-driven smokeless flaring for heavier waste gas streams and remote sites.
Frequently Asked Questions
The HERO Low Flow Flare is specifically designed for low flow flare applications or remote sites that do not have access to electric power or pilot fuel gas. It is ideal for tank vapors and remote wellheads with flows less than 250,000 SCFD. Share your flow rate and site type so we can confirm if a low flow flare is the right fit.
The HERO Low Flow Flare requires no pilot gas on site. It uses a battery/solar‑powered direct spark ignition system instead of a traditional pilot. If you don’t have pilot fuel available, we can show how this flare works in your application.
The Low Flow Flare uses a battery/solar‑powered direct spark ignition system that produces a spark at the flare tip every three seconds, whether or not waste gas is flowing. This provides a continuous ignition source for low flow applications. Tell us about your power limitations so we can confirm the ignition setup for your site.
The continuous direct spark ignition system includes a continuous ignition monitoring device that provides notification each time the ignition probe sparks. This gives site personnel assurance that an ignition source is present at all times. If you need clear ignition confirmation, we can explain how this monitoring will tie into your operations.
HERO Low Flow Flares are suited for any flare application less than 250,000 SCFD, and are described as ideal for tank vapors and remote wellheads. They are targeted at low flow and remote locations where utilities are limited. Share your application (tank battery, wellhead, etc.) and we can validate suitability.
Benefits listed by Hero Process Solutions include no electrical or pilot gas required on site, easy installation with no heavy equipment required, being the most economical low flow flare solution on the market, and in‑stock availability for immediate delivery. These advantages make it attractive for remote and budget‑sensitive projects. If you’re looking for a low‑cost, fast‑delivery option, we can help you evaluate this model.
Key features include continuous direct spark ignition, a 20‑foot overall stack height, a flame arrestor to protect the system from flashback, a complete system with everything needed for operation, 98% destruction efficiency, and compliance with EPA 40 CFR 60.18 flare tip exit velocity requirements. These features are combined in a single packaged solution. Send us your specs and we can map these features to your design requirements.
Yes, Hero Process Solutions states that the Low Flow Flare meets EPA guidelines, specifically 40 CFR 60.18 flare tip exit velocity requirements. It also provides 98% destruction efficiency. Contact us if you need this compliance information referenced in your permitting documents.
Hero Process Solutions highlights that the Low Flow Flare offers easy installation with no heavy equipment required. It is supplied as a complete system that includes everything needed for operation. If you describe your site access and crew capabilities, we can outline what installation would look like for you.
The Low Flow Flares page includes a “Request a Quote” link plus a “Contact Us” section with phone, email, and address. Hero Process Solutions mentions that engineers are on standby to assist with questions and upcoming projects. Share your basic flow, application, and timeline and we’ll help you move toward the right low flow flare solution.
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