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Loving your channel btw, your general style is charming and easily digested so dont be shy. I had no idea oxides could be converted in this way, I wonder if thats why graphite/linseed oil works so well as wood stove paint, heat of the fire plus carbon perhaps reverts rust to iron? Wild Love the music at the end haha, reminds me of controlled bleeding. Very obscure very underrated band, trang and i or brick dub or words of the dying by them if anyones interested..lol. hope i'm not being obnoxious I'd read that there was actually gold in pyrite

I like how this piece looks before and after plating.

Thanks for the vid

Any guidelines for how much silver nitrate to add? 2 eye dropper squirts per 200 ml ?

The Dangers of Ingesting or Using Gallium in Unsafe Ways: Risks, Concerns, and Potential Health Effects Gallium, a silvery metal that melts at low temperatures (just above room temperature), has found various uses in industries, electronics, and medical imaging. But what happens when gallium is used in ways it's not intended for, such as ingesting it, pouring it into the eyes or mouth, or using it for enemas? This article explores the dangers, potential health risks, and safety concerns of these unconventional and hazardous uses. What is Gallium? Gallium is a soft, silvery metal that remains in a solid state at room temperature but melts to a liquid state when slightly warmed. Because of its unique properties, it is often used in electronics, alloys, and certain scientific applications. Its toxicity is generally considered low compared to other heavy metals like lead or mercury, but that doesn't make it safe for ingestion or contact with sensitive tissues. Health Risks of Ingesting or Pouring Gallium into the Body 1. Ingesting Gallium: Gastrointestinal Concerns and Toxicity When gallium is ingested, it can interact with the acidic environment of the stomach and undergo chemical changes. Although gallium itself has low acute toxicity, its interaction with stomach acids could cause irritation or lead to gastrointestinal distress, such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. Long-term ingestion or high concentrations of gallium can potentially harm the kidneys, as gallium is excreted through the renal system. Over time, it may cause nephrotoxicity (kidney damage), which is particularly concerning for individuals with preexisting kidney conditions or compromised renal function. 2. Pouring Gallium in the Eyes: Severe Irritation and Possible Damage The eye's surface is extremely sensitive, and exposure to chemicals like gallium could cause severe irritation, inflammation, and even corneal damage. While liquid gallium is not a strong corrosive substance, it is still a foreign material that can disrupt the eye's natural environment. Potential complications could include vision impairment, conjunctivitis, and long-term damage to the cornea or retina. 3. Warm Gallium in the Mouth: Oral and Digestive Risks The mucous membranes in the mouth are highly absorbent and sensitive. Pouring warm gallium into the mouth could result in burns if the metal is too hot. Once in the mouth, gallium could interact with the saliva and be absorbed through the mucous membranes, potentially leading to toxicity in small doses. In addition, the metal’s interaction with dental fillings or other metallic objects in the mouth may produce unwanted reactions. 4. Gallium Enema: Dangerous Interactions with Intestinal Tissue Using gallium as an enema is particularly dangerous because the colon and rectal tissues are sensitive and prone to absorb substances rapidly. This method of exposure can cause severe irritation, inflammation, and damage to the rectal and colonic mucosa. The potential for systemic absorption is high, increasing the risk of gallium toxicity in the kidneys and liver. Such practices could also lead to electrolyte imbalances, internal bleeding, or perforation of the intestinal wall. Potential Effects of Gallium on Kidneys, Stomach, and Bowels - Kidneys: The kidneys are responsible for filtering out metals and other substances from the bloodstream. Prolonged exposure to gallium can lead to nephrotoxicity, resulting in kidney damage or impaired function over time. Individuals with preexisting kidney conditions are at an increased risk of developing severe complications. - Stomach: Gallium’s interaction with stomach acids can produce compounds that may irritate the stomach lining, leading to gastritis or ulcers. Symptoms such as burning sensations, pain, and digestive upset may occur. - Bowels: Gallium passing through the intestines could lead to disruptions in the natural microbiome and damage to the mucosal lining. Prolonged exposure or high doses could cause persistent gastrointestinal issues, including pain, irregular bowel movements, and inflammation. Concerns Regarding Gallium’s Use and Potential Long-Term Health Effects While gallium is not classified as a highly toxic metal, unconventional exposure methods like ingestion, ocular contact, or use as an enema can lead to unexpected health risks. Several concerns should be highlighted: 1. Chemical Interactions: Gallium can interact with biological tissues and fluids in unpredictable ways, potentially forming harmful compounds that could have toxic effects on internal organs. 2. Systemic Absorption: Absorption of gallium through mucous membranes or intestines increases the risk of systemic toxicity, where the metal can accumulate in organs such as the liver, kidneys, and brain. 3. Lack of Research on Unconventional Use: There is limited scientific research on the effects of unconventional uses of gallium, meaning the full range of potential health impacts is not well understood. This lack of data makes it difficult to predict and manage the risks associated with these dangerous practices. Conclusion The use of gallium in unsafe or unconventional ways, such as ingestion, ocular contact, or as an enema, poses significant health risks. While gallium may not be as immediately toxic as other heavy metals, its potential to cause damage to the kidneys, digestive tract, and sensitive tissues like the eyes should not be underestimated. Individuals should avoid using gallium in these hazardous manners and consult medical professionals immediately if exposure occurs.

Sell the stuff you are breaking at re-enacting

How would you harden bronze enough to carve granite?

Sorry man, the aluminum is oxidized. It's not even the oil helping, just exposure to air will protect it from gallium. The proper procedure is the score aluminum with a file or a knife at intervals to allow the gallium to seep under the protective coating. If intending to insert gallium in the air intake, you'd first need an airborne solutions to strip oxidation layers, then you can introduce gallium to the system for the intended effect.

Might I recommend “Disco Inferno” as background music?

FOR SALE. One lightly used engine. Minimal run time.

What I’d suggest is sanding down a face on the outside of the block and make a reservoir to hold the gallium to actually "soak” into the block

What I’d suggest is sanding down a face on the outside of the block and make a reservoir to hold the gallium to actually "soak” into the block

That came out nice. The HF polish kit did an admirable job.

The aluminium was not agitated or scratched for the gallium to combine with it. If you scratched the outside of the motor and put just 1 gram of gallium on the scratch it would have eaten the entire motor in an hour

All the aluminum in an engine is either coated with petroleum or an oxide layer. If you sand down a spot to bare metal, it'll creep through the entire part, but probably won't migrate past the next oxide layer on the adjoining part. Not sure about this engine, but a lot of small engines have a steel or cast iron cylinder sleeve.

I like the end product. You have grown your skills since beginning your channel. Keep it up.

Excellent video. What a lucky hypothetical girlfriend

Have you ever used a waste oil burner in a 55 gall drum to melt cans put a hole in the bottom for the metal to pour out waste oil will melt it engine blocks in 5 minutes that are made of aluminum once it hits temp and that takes about 15 to 20 minutes I'd like to see someone melting barrels of cans in one I'm planing to build one I saw some that use fire bricks in the bottom and all the flag is caught by the fire bricks as the metal runs down around them I'm going to use an old 100 pound propane tank when I build my melting furnace it don't need insulation on the drum the burner is so hot

Hello How much does that engine cost? Thanks.

I love this editing style mate!

I would guess that the orange tent of the ignots is from the orange sticker that was left on the bottom of one of the larger items he melted. It may have been the last item he put in. I was wondering why he didn't remove that orange sticker. I would remove any and all stickers, etc., for purity.

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Looks like it has a good amount of bismut inside, not a pure tin

Use the gallium as the lubricant instead of oil.

Currently studying Material Science in my final year Physics degree, this has helped and made a lot of sense especially when you talked about Work hardening. Now the theory makes sense with practical

What would hsve happened if you had put it directly into the engine oil and ran it ???

Oil will protect the aluminum.

Maybe putting the gal in the coolant circuit would be more effective.

I see why it's called blacksmithing

Great vid. Sand paper the the top or drill small holes and do it again.!!!🎉

So i was going to use some refractory cement, but my biggest gripe with it is, i dont want the weight of what basically equates to a big block of loose cement wearing down the ceramic through movement. Using a thicker layer of cement of course

I would think of you out the gallium in the oil let it run the gallium will melt and mix with the oil leaving little gallium crystals all over the place when it cools. Then starting the engine cold might scratch the surfaces it is in contact with causing it to start reacting then leave the engine a few days and try to start it again.

I’m impressed! I thought the engine would fail, with the piston rings chewing the cylinder to hell. Could you do it again by just mixing the gallium into the fuel?

Rod = round Bar = flat* Forge = typically used for knife making, hobbyist sizes are smaller than furnaces and aren’t designed to melt metals, only heat them for forging, often with hammer and anvil Furnace = used to melt metal by heating it in a crucible* Foundry = where the furnace, molds, casting sand, crucibles live, and where metal pouring/casting etc takes place *what is seen in the video - in this case, a furnace is used to heat steel so one could argue that makes it a forge

Good video I think you need some music tho. Disco inferno would be a good choice.

Very nice video. Needs some music. I suggest "disco inferno" burn baby burn :) Anyway, I wonder if you could produce less slag or copper oxide during the remelting to obtain a better yield using various fluxes, nitrogen atmosphere furnace, alumina or zirconia (zircon) crucibles? Also, it would be fun to see various you create various alloya the copper with different metals and ratios (tin, zinc, magnesium, lead, gold, silver, antimony, germanium, bismuth). Then analyze the alloys in various states of crystallization (e.g annealed, work hardened, aged, tempered, solution treated, homogenized) then measure hardness, corrosion resistance (Gibbs equations), ductility, conductivity, ect. :)

I'm pretty sure precipitation hardening is an other word for quench hardening. Rather, quenching precipitated the dissolved alloying elements to form martensite and other structures. I make knife blades from hardenable bronze. I forge the blades by hand, and temper them on the fire. It's important to note that on a lot of aluminum bronzes for exemple, the hardness doesn't really come from the quenching process (the bronze doesn't harden much after quench) but from the decomposition of the martensite, aka tempering / aging. However tempering aluminum bronze is still pretty unexplored, and even the latest research papers don't give very precise processes. So i personally had to practice and find for myself a method.

it just occurred to me that the fabled metal of Atlantis was tempered brass. normally bronze is better but i think hardening brass might be how we got the idea for forging

Spoiler: the answer is no. Just sell em to the scrapper. No melting necessary.

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is a rigidizer absolutely needed?

next time no music thx

I'd guess the reason the gallium didn't eat the aluminum is the coating of soot. Even a thin layer of oxidation can protect against the reaction of galium from what I've seen in videos. Often people have to scratch up the surface to start the reaction if the metal isn't freshly cleaned beforehand.

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I thought it would foul the plug.

Bud take the head back off, scrape a layer off the piston, and bead up the gallium on that location! Test every 5 to 10 min youll get a result!

Plot Twist! Somebody sold Mercury to him instead of gallium! Dund dun Dahh.... and he been handling it...☠️

Need to show a video on melting down that copper wire. That is where the big money is.

Best vid yet

There we go this’ll bring in the VIEWS