Test-Firing Of 2000 Volt Washer Launcher A Success

Bob’s updated his washer launcher. It’s now got 10 capacitors in it, capable of generating enough force to partially crush up to three beer cans or throw a CD way up into the sky above his house.

If you’re not good at paying attention and don’t appreciate a nice, lengthy build up, skip to around the 3:15 mark to see Bob’s machine smashing cans, or to 4:30 to see a CD reach near orbital velocity while making a particularly pleasing noise…

And remember your washer launcher safety protocols, kids – always activate extremely dangerous equipment with the handle of a mop from a very small distance away. [2KV Washer Launcher via Make]

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(5 Comments)
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    Michael Harris

    Wednesday, September 1, 2010 at 12:21 PM

    It begs the question – why? And don’t give me the usual because he can answers!

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      pdf

      Wednesday, September 1, 2010 at 12:45 PM

      Why not?

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    The Saint

    Wednesday, September 1, 2010 at 12:57 PM

    I’m going shopping, right now.

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    Keith Drain

    Wednesday, September 1, 2010 at 12:58 PM

    Seems a rather inefficient way to crush cans.

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      The Saint

      Wednesday, September 1, 2010 at 3:27 PM

      Keith, you just dont get it and never will.

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