How to Create a Safe Pinhole Projector for Viewing Solar Eclipse

🌞A pinhole projector is a simple and safe way to view a solar eclipse without risking eye damage.

📦You can create a pinhole projector using materials easily found at home, such as a cardboard box and aluminum foil.

✂️Cutting a small hole in the cardboard box and attaching aluminum foil will create the projection screen for the solar eclipse.

🧪Using a pinhole on the opposite side of the aluminum foil will allow the sunlight to pass through and project an image onto the projection screen.

📰Before attempting to create a pinhole projector, always ensure that you have the necessary safety precautions, such as wearing protective glasses and following instructions carefully.

What is a pinhole projector?

—A pinhole projector is a device that allows you to view a solar eclipse by projecting an image of the sun onto a surface, which can be observed safely.

Why is it important to use a pinhole projector to view a solar eclipse?

—Using a pinhole projector is important because direct exposure to the sun during a solar eclipse can cause permanent damage to the eyes.

What materials are needed to create a pinhole projector?

—To create a pinhole projector, you will need a cardboard box, aluminum foil, paper, scissors, and a pin.

Can I use any type of box for the pinhole projector?

—Yes, you can use any type of cardboard box as long as it is opaque and does not allow light to pass through.

Can I reuse the pinhole projector for future solar eclipses?

—Yes, you can reuse the pinhole projector for future solar eclipses as long as it is still in good condition and the materials are intact.

00:00Introduction: The video hosts introduce themselves and mention the upcoming solar eclipse.

00:28Step 1: Cut off one side flap of a cardboard box.

00:51Step 2: Cut each of the remaining flaps in half to create space to put your head inside the box.

01:02Step 3: Cut a hole in one side of the box and cover it with aluminum foil.

01:19Step 4: Tape three pieces of masking tape together to cover all the holes in the box.

02:19Step 5: Draw a small rectangle on the side of the box without a flap, cut it out, and cover it with aluminum foil.

02:41Step 6: Press a pin into the aluminum foil to create a pinhole.

03:19Step 7: Tape a piece of white paper inside the box as the projection screen.

04:00Conclusion: The hosts demonstrate the pinhole projector and advise viewers to use it to safely watch the solar eclipse.