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How long would you suggest those tongs should be, to ensure a safe distance? For the ones that go bang.
by mellavora 5y ago
How long would you suggest those tongs should be, to ensure a safe distance? For the ones that go bang.
- lelanthran 5y ago> How long would you suggest those tongs should be, to ensure a safe distance? For the ones that go bang. I'm hesitant to answer in case some tries this and gets hurt. I used a flexible claw (one like this: https://www.amazon.com/Flexible-Claw-Automotive-Mechanic-Generic/dp/B000RB7AGY https://www.amazon.com/Flexible-Claw-Automotive-Mechanic-Gen...) inserted into a standard copper pipe (used for taps and other plumbing) to stiffen the spring and held it at arms length. So, about 2m was safe for me. I also suggest wearing protection for your ears as these are really loud bangs, and protection for your eyes as well (it is an explosion, after all).
- ineedasername 5y agoI think, given the HN community, the appropriate answer is "build a robot to do it for you"