🥔Potato cannons made from PVC have caused more injuries than hand grenades in the US.
💥PVC can explode under pressure, causing dangerous fragments to fly.
🧪Testing shows that PVC can withstand high pressures, but non-pressure rated PVC still ruptures.
🔒Reinforcing potato cannons with materials like fiberglass can help contain the shrapnel.
💣Using the wrong fuel or mixtures can also cause potato cannons to explode.
Are potato cannons really more dangerous than hand grenades?
—Yes, potato cannons made from PVC have caused more injuries in the US than hand grenades.
Can PVC explode under pressure?
—Yes, PVC can explode when pressurized, causing dangerous fragments to fly.
Do all types of PVC rupture under pressure?
—Non-pressure rated PVC is more likely to rupture, but even pressure rated PVC can explode under extreme pressure.
How can potato cannons be made safer?
—Reinforcing potato cannons with materials like fiberglass can help contain the shrapnel and reduce the risk of explosions.
What are the risks of using the wrong fuel or mixtures in potato cannons?
—Using the wrong fuel or mixtures, such as pure oxygen and acetylene, can cause potato cannons to explode.
00:00Potato cannons made from PVC can be dangerous and have caused more injuries in the US than hand grenades.
01:20Testing shows that PVC can withstand high pressures, but non-pressure rated PVC still ruptures.
02:20Reinforcing potato cannons with materials like fiberglass can help contain the shrapnel and reduce the risk of exploding fragments.
04:00Using the wrong fuel or mixtures, such as pure oxygen and acetylene, can cause potato cannons to explode.
06:20Following safety instructions and guidelines, properly gluing PVC pipes, and using caution when operating potato cannons can help reduce the risks.
