Difference between revisions of "Cannon construction"

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* Solvent welding [http://www.burntlatke.com/weld.html correctly]
 
* Solvent welding [http://www.burntlatke.com/weld.html correctly]
 
* Using pipe of the proper pressure rating, eg. sch 80 in a [[Hybrid Cannon]].
 
* Using pipe of the proper pressure rating, eg. sch 80 in a [[Hybrid Cannon]].
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* Only [[tapping]] (for bolts, pressure gauges) though a double layer of pipe.
  
 
Under no circumstances WHAT SO EVER should you use [[cell-core]] or unsleeved thinwall pipe.
 
Under no circumstances WHAT SO EVER should you use [[cell-core]] or unsleeved thinwall pipe.

Revision as of 20:23, 18 October 2005

It is important to construct your launchers with care. This includes:

  • Using pressure rated (NSF-PW or NSF-61) fittings and pipe, especialy in a Pneumatic Cannon.
  • Solvent welding correctly
  • Using pipe of the proper pressure rating, eg. sch 80 in a Hybrid Cannon.
  • Only tapping (for bolts, pressure gauges) though a double layer of pipe.

Under no circumstances WHAT SO EVER should you use cell-core or unsleeved thinwall pipe.