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Microscale Thermite Reaction

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Re: Microscale Thermite Reaction

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Please try this at home. You all have rusty iron ball laying around, right?

Joining the thread to see where iron balls can be sourced. Some vendor on AliExpress? Those Lucky Iron Fish?

I'd guess exact form wouldn't matter. Wrap a hammer in foil and beat up something rusty.

Re: Microscale Thermite Reaction

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Please try this at home. You all have rusty iron ball laying around, right?

Hammer faces would work (def wear goggles!!!). Hit the face of the disposable one with a mixture of hydrogen peroxide, vinegar and salt and wait an hour.

Re: Microscale Thermite Reaction

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Please try this at home. You all have rusty iron ball laying around, right?

Joining the thread to see where iron balls can be sourced. Some vendor on AliExpress? Those Lucky Iron Fish?

This might work with old iron dumbbells (or modern iron kettle balls if left unpainted). Your gym might hate you for it though.
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