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DYI: /* Launcher safety */

2008-06-02T01:38:45Z

Launcher safety

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	*Don't use a cannon that is cracked or heavily scratched, or has been dropped on a hard surface. Joints may be weakened and the pressure ratings on damaged parts cannot be trusted.		*Don't use a cannon that is cracked or heavily scratched, or has been dropped on a hard surface. Joints may be weakened and the pressure ratings on damaged parts cannot be trusted.
	*Don't use excessive [[pressure]] in a [[pneumatic cannon]]. PVC pipe is not rated for pressurized air because of the shrapnel risk, so use in a pneumatic gun is considered to be outside pipe specifications in the first place. Never exceed the pressure rating of the lowest rated part.		*Don't use excessive [[pressure]] in a [[pneumatic cannon]]. PVC pipe is not rated for pressurized air because of the shrapnel risk, so use in a pneumatic gun is considered to be outside pipe specifications in the first place. Never exceed the pressure rating of the lowest rated part.
	*Don't use overly powerful [[fuel]]s in a combustion cannon. Solid fuels and very reactive gases such as [[hydrogen]] or [[acetylene]] are not suitable for use in spudguns. Don't use oxygen to enrich the mix in a PVC cannon.		*Don't use overly powerful [[fuel]]s in a combustion cannon. Solid fuels and very reactive gases such as [[hydrogen]] or [[acetylene]] are not suitable for use in any but a very few specially designed spudguns. Don't use oxygen to enrich the mix in a PVC cannon unless you're either: a) very far away OR b) not too fond of your appendages.
	*Use hearing protection when firing loud combustion and [[hybrid cannon]]s, especially in an enclosed space. Use eye protection if there is a chance of splinters or other debris from the projectile hitting the target.		*Use hearing protection when firing loud combustion and [[hybrid cannon]]s, especially in an enclosed space. Use eye protection if there is a chance of splinters or other debris from the projectile hitting the target, or if you're using a launcher made of PVC, because of the ever-present shrapnel hazard from this material.

	==Don't shoot living things==		==Don't shoot living things==

Benstern: added links

2008-06-01T15:26:02Z

added links

Boilingleadbath: categorized

2007-04-15T12:22:29Z

categorized

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	Shooting water or other heavy objects from a cannon can overstress barrel fittings from the excessive recoil created. A sound grip must also be used when holding such a cannon as it can easily be blown out of one's hands.		Shooting water or other heavy objects from a cannon can overstress barrel fittings from the excessive recoil created. A sound grip must also be used when holding such a cannon as it can easily be blown out of one's hands.

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BillyBobJoe: /* Ammo Safety */

2007-01-31T23:21:27Z

Ammo Safety

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	Some caution should be taken with shooting loose sub-munitions, specifically gravel or stones, with a [[sabot]] behind them - there is a significant probability of them jamming up, and the barrel being overstressed when the sabot tries to keep moving through the blockage, leading to a failure. Always wrap your lose projectiles in something - paper towels, old socks, and plastic bags are all acceptable.		Some caution should be taken with shooting loose sub-munitions, specifically gravel or stones, with a [[sabot]] behind them - there is a significant probability of them jamming up, and the barrel being overstressed when the sabot tries to keep moving through the blockage, leading to a failure. Always wrap your lose projectiles in something - paper towels, old socks, and plastic bags are all acceptable.

			Shooting water or other heavy objects from a cannon can overstress barrel fittings from the excessive recoil created. A sound grip must also be used when holding such a cannon as it can easily be blown out of one's hands.

Abcdefg at 00:02, 26 November 2006

2006-11-26T00:02:40Z

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	==Launcher safety==		==Launcher safety==
			*As a very basic summary- DON'T BE AN IDIOT WITH THESE THINGS!!!!!
	*Use good, safe [[cannon construction\|construction methods]] and materials.		*Use good, safe [[cannon construction\|construction methods]] and materials.
	*Follow the rules of basic gun safety: never point the cannon at anything you don't want to destroy, and treat it as if it's loaded at all times. Never look down the barrel.		*Follow the rules of basic gun safety: never point the cannon at anything you don't want to destroy, and treat it as if it's loaded at all times. Never look down the barrel.

Boilingleadbath: /* Don't shoot living things */ -faulse claims, rewording

2006-07-28T21:50:21Z

Don't shoot living things: -faulse claims, rewording

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	==Don't shoot living things==		==Don't shoot living things==
	A typical spudgun is capable of launching a potato weighing 50-150 grams a couple hundred yards with the muzzle energy of a powerful handgun. Longer distances are easily achieved with rocks,PVC darts,golf balls, and other aerodynamic projectiles.		A typical spudgun is capable of launching a potato weighing 50-150 grams a couple hundred yards with the muzzle energy of a powerful handgun. Longer distances are easily achieved with rocks, PVC darts, golf balls, and other aerodynamic projectiles.

	This energy, carried by a projectile as fragile as the humble tuber is easily capable of killing someone, or at least breaking bones or putting out eyes. As to property damage, ~~a thrown potato is capable of destroying windows, smashing decorations, and the like.~~		This energy, even when carried by a projectile as fragile as the humble tuber, is easily capable of killing someone, or at least breaking bones or putting out eyes. As to property damage, most launchers can put a vegetable through a piece of 1/2" plywood, and many can put it through 3/4" - which is very significant considering the construction of most residential buildings.

	~~Most~~ launchers can put a vegetable through a piece of 1/2" plywood, and many can put it through 3/4".

	~~Firing a sock at a door can puncture~~ the ~~door from 10 feet away.~~

	~~Firing a sock at a friend can (and will) puncture the friend causing hospitalization or death~~.

	The same applies to short/and or small-bore launchers too.		The same applies to short/and or small-bore launchers too.

	Despite their great potential to do harm, it is not looked upon well if you (attempt) to use your launcher as a hunting instrument. They are often hard to aim, leading to a low probability of a clean (humane) kill - plus, it is illegal to do so.		Despite their great potential to do harm, it is not looked upon well if you (attempt) to use your launcher as a hunting instrument. They are often hard to aim, leading to a low probability of a clean (humane) kill - plus; it is illegal to do so.

	Some people don't take the extreme danger of a projectile fired from a potato cannon seriously enough. There are frequent news articles about people injured by potato guns firing projectiles other than vegetables, or people being accidentally shot while handling the gun.		Some people don't take the extreme danger of a projectile fired from a potato cannon seriously enough. There are frequent news articles about people injured by potato guns firing projectiles other than vegetables, or people being accidentally shot while handling the gun.

70.31.208.207: spelling

2006-03-04T22:37:23Z

spelling

69.220.130.11: Corrected spelling of "piece"

2006-02-24T02:05:28Z

Corrected spelling of "piece"

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	This energy, carried by a projectile as fragile as the humble tuber is easily capable of killing someone, or at least breaking bones or putting out eyes. As to property damage, a thrown potato is capable of destroying windows, smashing decorations, and the like.		This energy, carried by a projectile as fragile as the humble tuber is easily capable of killing someone, or at least breaking bones or putting out eyes. As to property damage, a thrown potato is capable of destroying windows, smashing decorations, and the like.

	Most launchers can put a vegtable through a ~~peice~~ of 1/2" plywood, and many can put it through 3/4".		Most launchers can put a vegtable through a piece of 1/2" plywood, and many can put it through 3/4".

	Firing a sock at a door can puncture the door from 10 feet away.		Firing a sock at a door can puncture the door from 10 feet away.

GalFisk: /* Launcher safety */ +protection

2006-02-10T17:14:33Z

Launcher safety: +protection

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	*Don't use a cannon that is cracked or heavily scratched, or has been dropped on a hard surface. Joints may be weakened and the pressure ratings on damaged parts cannot be trusted.		*Don't use a cannon that is cracked or heavily scratched, or has been dropped on a hard surface. Joints may be weakened and the pressure ratings on damaged parts cannot be trusted.
	*Don't use excessive pressure in a [[pneumatic cannon]]. [[PVC]] pipe is not rated for pressurized air because of the shrapnel risk, so use in a pneumatic gun is considered to be outside pipe specifications in the first place. Never exceed the pressure rating of the lowest rated part.		*Don't use excessive pressure in a [[pneumatic cannon]]. [[PVC]] pipe is not rated for pressurized air because of the shrapnel risk, so use in a pneumatic gun is considered to be outside pipe specifications in the first place. Never exceed the pressure rating of the lowest rated part.
	*Don't use overly powerful fuels in a [[combustion cannon]]. Solid fuels and very reactive gases such as [[hydrogen]] or [[acetylene]] are not suitable for use in spudguns. Don't use oxygen to enrich the mix in a PVC ~~gun~~.		*Don't use overly powerful fuels in a [[combustion cannon]]. Solid fuels and very reactive gases such as [[hydrogen]] or [[acetylene]] are not suitable for use in spudguns. Don't use oxygen to enrich the mix in a PVC cannon.
			*Use hearing protection when firing loud combustion and hybrid cannons, especially in an enclosed space. Use eye protection if there is a chance of splinters or other debris from the projectile hitting the target.

	==Don't shoot living things==		==Don't shoot living things==

GalFisk: +launcher safety

2006-02-10T17:05:04Z

+launcher safety

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	Spudguns can be <b>very</b> dangerous if built or used improperly. However, if they are respected, they can be great fun.		Spudguns can be <b>very</b> dangerous if built or used improperly. However, if they are respected, they can be great fun.

			==Launcher safety==

			*Use good, safe [[cannon construction\|construction methods]] and materials.
			*Follow the rules of basic gun safety: never point the cannon at anything you don't want to destroy, and treat it as if it's loaded at all times. Never look down the barrel.
			*Always make sure you are firing in a safe direction that is free of people, pets, livestock, cars, houses and other property. Use a solid backstop or make sure you have a clear landing area.
			*Don't look into the chamber of a [[combustion cannon]] that has failed to fire. Fresh air can make a rich gas mixture lean enough to ignite.
			*Don't use PVC cannons in cold weather. Sub-freezing temperatures makes PVC brittle and increases the chances fo catastrophic failure.
			*Don't use a cannon that is cracked or heavily scratched, or has been dropped on a hard surface. Joints may be weakened and the pressure ratings on damaged parts cannot be trusted.
			*Don't use excessive pressure in a [[pneumatic cannon]]. [[PVC]] pipe is not rated for pressurized air because of the shrapnel risk, so use in a pneumatic gun is considered to be outside pipe specifications in the first place. Never exceed the pressure rating of the lowest rated part.
			*Don't use overly powerful fuels in a [[combustion cannon]]. Solid fuels and very reactive gases such as [[hydrogen]] or [[acetylene]] are not suitable for use in spudguns. Don't use oxygen to enrich the mix in a PVC gun.

	==Don't shoot living things==		==Don't shoot living things==
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	<b>The bottom line is: don't aim a spudgun at anyone, at any time, even if you think it's not loaded~~. Also, make sure you are firing in a safe direction that is free of people, pets, livestock, and property~~.</b>		<b>The bottom line is: don't aim a spudgun at anyone, at any time, even if you think it's not loaded.</b>

	==Ammo Safety==		==Ammo Safety==

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	*As a very basic summary- DON'T BE AN IDIOT WITH THESE THINGS!!!!!		*As a very basic summary- DON'T BE AN IDIOT WITH THESE THINGS!!!!!
	*Use good, safe [[cannon construction\|construction methods]] and materials.		*Use good, safe [[cannon construction\|construction methods]] and materials.
	*Follow the rules of basic gun safety: never point the cannon at anything you don't want to destroy, and treat it as if it's loaded at all times. Never look down the barrel.		*Follow the rules of basic gun safety: never point the cannon at anything you don't want to destroy, and treat it as if it's loaded at all times. Never look down the [[barrel]].
	*Always make sure you are firing in a safe direction that is free of people, pets, livestock, cars, houses and other property. Use a solid backstop or make sure you have a clear landing area.		*Always make sure you are firing in a safe direction that is free of people, pets, livestock, cars, houses and other property. Use a solid backstop or make sure you have a clear landing area.
	*Don't look into the chamber of a [[combustion cannon]] that has failed to fire. Fresh air can make a rich gas mixture lean enough to ignite.		*Don't look into the [[chamber]] of a [[combustion cannon]] that has failed to fire. Fresh air can make a rich gas mixture lean enough to ignite.
	*Don't use PVC cannons in cold weather. Sub-freezing temperatures makes PVC brittle and increases the chances of catastrophic failure.		*Don't use [[PVC]] cannons in cold weather. Sub-freezing temperatures makes PVC brittle and increases the chances of catastrophic failure.
	*Don't use a cannon that is cracked or heavily scratched, or has been dropped on a hard surface. Joints may be weakened and the pressure ratings on damaged parts cannot be trusted.		*Don't use a cannon that is cracked or heavily scratched, or has been dropped on a hard surface. Joints may be weakened and the pressure ratings on damaged parts cannot be trusted.
	*Don't use excessive pressure in a [[pneumatic cannon]]. [[PVC]] pipe is not rated for pressurized air because of the shrapnel risk, so use in a pneumatic gun is considered to be outside pipe specifications in the first place. Never exceed the pressure rating of the lowest rated part.		*Don't use excessive [[pressure]] in a [[pneumatic cannon]]. PVC pipe is not rated for pressurized air because of the shrapnel risk, so use in a pneumatic gun is considered to be outside pipe specifications in the first place. Never exceed the pressure rating of the lowest rated part.
	*Don't use overly powerful ~~fuels~~ in a [[combustion cannon]]. Solid fuels and very reactive gases such as [[hydrogen]] or [[acetylene]] are not suitable for use in spudguns. Don't use oxygen to enrich the mix in a PVC cannon.		*Don't use overly powerful [[fuel]]s in a combustion cannon. Solid fuels and very reactive gases such as [[hydrogen]] or [[acetylene]] are not suitable for use in spudguns. Don't use oxygen to enrich the mix in a PVC cannon.
	*Use hearing protection when firing loud combustion and hybrid ~~cannons~~, especially in an enclosed space. Use eye protection if there is a chance of splinters or other debris from the projectile hitting the target.		*Use hearing protection when firing loud combustion and [[hybrid cannon]]s, especially in an enclosed space. Use eye protection if there is a chance of splinters or other debris from the projectile hitting the target.

	==Don't shoot living things==		==Don't shoot living things==
	A typical spudgun is capable of launching a potato weighing 50-150 grams a couple hundred yards with the muzzle energy of a powerful handgun. Longer distances are easily achieved with rocks, PVC darts, golf ~~balls~~, and other aerodynamic projectiles.		A typical spudgun is capable of launching a [[potato]] weighing 50-150 grams a couple hundred yards with the muzzle energy of a powerful handgun. Longer distances are easily achieved with rocks, PVC darts, [[golf ball]]s, and other aerodynamic projectiles.

	This energy, even when carried by a projectile as fragile as the humble tuber, is easily capable of killing someone, or at least breaking bones or putting out eyes. As to property damage, most launchers can put a vegetable through a piece of 1/2" plywood, and many can put it through 3/4" - which is very significant considering the construction of most residential buildings.		This energy, even when carried by a projectile as fragile as the humble tuber, is easily capable of killing someone, or at least breaking bones or putting out eyes. As to property damage, most launchers can put a vegetable through a piece of 1/2" plywood, and many can put it through 3/4" - which is very significant considering the construction of most residential buildings.
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	Some advise against shooting bolts, coke cans full of concrete, and other hard objects out of your gun; saying things along the lines of:		Some advise against shooting bolts, coke cans full of concrete, and other hard objects out of your gun; saying things along the lines of:
	"Anything that is much harder than a spud can cause grievous bodily harm if shot at another person, or any animal for that matter."		"Anything that is much harder than a spud can cause grievous bodily harm if shot at another person, or any animal for that matter."
	...in actuality, even a tater will cause "grievous bodily harm" if shot at another living being. The danger lies in an increased chance of ricochet when using sturdy ammo - use common sense, and don't fire non-shattering ammo at close targets.		...in actuality, even a tater will cause "grievous bodily harm" if shot at another living being. The danger lies in an increased chance of ricochet when using sturdy [[ammo]] - use common sense, and don't fire non-shattering ammo at close targets.

	Some caution should be taken with shooting loose sub-munitions, specifically gravel or stones, with a [[sabot]] behind them - there is a significant probability of them jamming up, and the barrel being overstressed when the sabot tries to keep moving through the blockage, leading to a failure. Always wrap your lose projectiles in something - paper towels, old socks, and plastic bags are all acceptable.		Some caution should be taken with shooting loose sub-munitions, specifically gravel or stones, with a [[sabot]] behind them - there is a significant probability of them jamming up, and the barrel being overstressed when the sabot tries to keep moving through the blockage, leading to a failure. Always wrap your lose projectiles in something - paper towels, old socks, and plastic bags are all acceptable.

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	*Always make sure you are firing in a safe direction that is free of people, pets, livestock, cars, houses and other property. Use a solid backstop or make sure you have a clear landing area.		*Always make sure you are firing in a safe direction that is free of people, pets, livestock, cars, houses and other property. Use a solid backstop or make sure you have a clear landing area.
	*Don't look into the chamber of a [[combustion cannon]] that has failed to fire. Fresh air can make a rich gas mixture lean enough to ignite.		*Don't look into the chamber of a [[combustion cannon]] that has failed to fire. Fresh air can make a rich gas mixture lean enough to ignite.
	*Don't use PVC cannons in cold weather. Sub-freezing temperatures makes PVC brittle and increases the chances fo catastrophic failure.		*Don't use PVC cannons in cold weather. Sub-freezing temperatures makes PVC brittle and increases the chances of catastrophic failure.
	*Don't use a cannon that is cracked or heavily scratched, or has been dropped on a hard surface. Joints may be weakened and the pressure ratings on damaged parts cannot be trusted.		*Don't use a cannon that is cracked or heavily scratched, or has been dropped on a hard surface. Joints may be weakened and the pressure ratings on damaged parts cannot be trusted.
	*Don't use excessive pressure in a [[pneumatic cannon]]. [[PVC]] pipe is not rated for pressurized air because of the shrapnel risk, so use in a pneumatic gun is considered to be outside pipe specifications in the first place. Never exceed the pressure rating of the lowest rated part.		*Don't use excessive pressure in a [[pneumatic cannon]]. [[PVC]] pipe is not rated for pressurized air because of the shrapnel risk, so use in a pneumatic gun is considered to be outside pipe specifications in the first place. Never exceed the pressure rating of the lowest rated part.
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	==Don't shoot living things==		==Don't shoot living things==
	A typical spudgun is capable of launching a potato weighing 50-150 grams a couple hundred yards with the muzzle energy of a powerful handgun. Longer distances are easily ~~acheived~~ with rocks,PVC darts,golf balls, and other aerodynamic projectiles.		A typical spudgun is capable of launching a potato weighing 50-150 grams a couple hundred yards with the muzzle energy of a powerful handgun. Longer distances are easily achieved with rocks,PVC darts,golf balls, and other aerodynamic projectiles.

	This energy, carried by a projectile as fragile as the humble tuber is easily capable of killing someone, or at least breaking bones or putting out eyes. As to property damage, a thrown potato is capable of destroying windows, smashing decorations, and the like.		This energy, carried by a projectile as fragile as the humble tuber is easily capable of killing someone, or at least breaking bones or putting out eyes. As to property damage, a thrown potato is capable of destroying windows, smashing decorations, and the like.

	Most launchers can put a ~~vegtable~~ through a piece of 1/2" plywood, and many can put it through 3/4".		Most launchers can put a vegetable through a piece of 1/2" plywood, and many can put it through 3/4".

	Firing a sock at a door can puncture the door from 10 feet away.		Firing a sock at a door can puncture the door from 10 feet away.
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	The same applies to short/and or small-bore launchers too.		The same applies to short/and or small-bore launchers too.

	Despite their great potential to do harm, it is not looked upon well if you (attempt) to use your launcher as a hunting ~~istrument~~. They are often hard to aim, leading to a low probability of a clean (humane) kill - plus, it is illegal to do so.		Despite their great potential to do harm, it is not looked upon well if you (attempt) to use your launcher as a hunting instrument. They are often hard to aim, leading to a low probability of a clean (humane) kill - plus, it is illegal to do so.

	Some people don't take the extreme danger of a projectile fired from a potato cannon seriously enough. There are frequent news articles about people injured by potato guns firing projectiles other than vegetables, or people being accidentally shot while handling the gun.		Some people don't take the extreme danger of a projectile fired from a potato cannon seriously enough. There are frequent news articles about people injured by potato guns firing projectiles other than vegetables, or people being accidentally shot while handling the gun.
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	Some advise against shooting bolts, coke cans full of concrete, and other hard objects out of your gun; saying things along the lines of:		Some advise against shooting bolts, coke cans full of concrete, and other hard objects out of your gun; saying things along the lines of:
	"Anything that is much harder than a spud can cause grievous bodily harm if shot at another person, or any animal for that matter."		"Anything that is much harder than a spud can cause grievous bodily harm if shot at another person, or any animal for that matter."
	...in actuality, even a tater will cause "grievous bodily harm" if shot at another living being. The danger lies in an increased chance of ~~ricrochet~~ when using sturdy ammo - use common sense, and don't fire non-shattering ammo at close targets.		...in actuality, even a tater will cause "grievous bodily harm" if shot at another living being. The danger lies in an increased chance of ricochet when using sturdy ammo - use common sense, and don't fire non-shattering ammo at close targets.

	Some caution should be taken with shooting loose sub-munitions, ~~specificaly~~ gravel or stones, with a [[sabot]] behind them - there is a significant probability of them jamming up, and the barrel being overstressed when the sabot tries to keep moving through the blockage, leading to a failure. Always wrap your lose projectiles in something - paper towels, old socks, and plastic bags are all acceptable.		Some caution should be taken with shooting loose sub-munitions, specifically gravel or stones, with a [[sabot]] behind them - there is a significant probability of them jamming up, and the barrel being overstressed when the sabot tries to keep moving through the blockage, leading to a failure. Always wrap your lose projectiles in something - paper towels, old socks, and plastic bags are all acceptable.