Abstract: An ignition device for a gas burner having a burner casing with at least one flange member outwardly and radially extending from the burner casing, and a plurality of flame holes below the flange member includes an electrode, a spark generator for inducing a spark in the electrode, a housing for the electrode and fastening means for fixing said housing to the gas burner. The fastening means makes it easier to attach and detach the ignition device to the burner. The fastening means is adjustable, allowing the ignition device to be compatible with gas burners of various shapes and sizes.