How to Make Fire Crackers from Party Poppers
Locate a party popper., Remove excess paper/packaging., Ignore the warning printed (normally in red) on the base of the first cardboard disk at the base. , Using a tool such as a screwdriver (or other thin wedge), pry away the first disk (the one at...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Locate a party popper.
They can be found at:
Party Shops Novelty shops and stands (like at carnivals) The toy aisle in some grocery and department stores -
Step 2: Remove excess paper/packaging.
There will probably be a label on it and sometimes a band to protect the string to stop it from firing when not wanted (in packet). ,,, (There are some fun things to do with these) ,, You may need to use a toothpick or alike to thread some of the string through the small hole.
You may also need to widen the small hole slightly.
Although removing it should be safe as long as the string isn't pulled with reasonable force, they are explosives so still express caution while doing removing. , Once you have removed the explosive there are a few ways to detonate it:
By simply pulling the string from the rest of the explosive.
By igniting the explosive directly with fire (instant ignition).
By using a fuse (candle wick works) to lead fire down to the explosive. , Although it is quieter than most fire crackers, it is still loud and could cause hearing damage., Firmly hold the body of the explosive and the string in the other., The small piece of flint inside should light the gunpowder immediately and there will be a satisfying "bang."
Remove the wax part from the tin.
Remove the wick and the wick base (you can use later this for the 'Fuse' method).
Optionally, cut back the tin so only a small 'tray' is left. , Alternatively you can hold it with hand protection on (gloves) but it is more dangerous. , Don't expect it to work first time, but prepare for it to go off as soon as the flame touches it., Alternatively, for a faster burning fuse but a more dangerous method, dip the cotton string in oil, petroleum jelly, or other flammable substance. , Let the flame get down to the base part of the explosive and hope for the bang. -
Step 3: Ignore the warning printed (normally in red) on the base of the first cardboard disk at the base.
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Step 4: Using a tool such as a screwdriver (or other thin wedge)
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Step 5: pry away the first disk (the one at the base with the warning) to reveal the streamers.
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Step 6: Remove the streamers from the compartment.
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Step 7: Remove the second desk
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Step 8: revealing the empty shock wave chamber.
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Step 9: Carefully remove the charge and the string through the bottom (where the disks once were).
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Step 10: Pick your detonation method.
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Step 11: Always use hearing protection while detonating
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Step 12: especially when in close contact.
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Step 13: Put on some gloves.
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Step 14: While keeping face and other unnecessary body parts away
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Step 15: pull the string away from the body of the explosive.
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Step 16: Make a base for the explosive: Get a tealight candle.
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Step 17: Insert the explosive string side down in the base you just created.
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Step 18: Hold an open flame from a match or lighter on the body of the explosive.
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Step 19: Get the wick from the base in the 'Direct Flame' method and tie the explosive part to it using the string.
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Step 20: Light the wick/fuse and get a considerable distance away.
Detailed Guide
They can be found at:
Party Shops Novelty shops and stands (like at carnivals) The toy aisle in some grocery and department stores
There will probably be a label on it and sometimes a band to protect the string to stop it from firing when not wanted (in packet). ,,, (There are some fun things to do with these) ,, You may need to use a toothpick or alike to thread some of the string through the small hole.
You may also need to widen the small hole slightly.
Although removing it should be safe as long as the string isn't pulled with reasonable force, they are explosives so still express caution while doing removing. , Once you have removed the explosive there are a few ways to detonate it:
By simply pulling the string from the rest of the explosive.
By igniting the explosive directly with fire (instant ignition).
By using a fuse (candle wick works) to lead fire down to the explosive. , Although it is quieter than most fire crackers, it is still loud and could cause hearing damage., Firmly hold the body of the explosive and the string in the other., The small piece of flint inside should light the gunpowder immediately and there will be a satisfying "bang."
Remove the wax part from the tin.
Remove the wick and the wick base (you can use later this for the 'Fuse' method).
Optionally, cut back the tin so only a small 'tray' is left. , Alternatively you can hold it with hand protection on (gloves) but it is more dangerous. , Don't expect it to work first time, but prepare for it to go off as soon as the flame touches it., Alternatively, for a faster burning fuse but a more dangerous method, dip the cotton string in oil, petroleum jelly, or other flammable substance. , Let the flame get down to the base part of the explosive and hope for the bang.
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