How to Light a Stove Without LPG Gas With Water

Summary

In this experimental video, the presenter demonstrates the dangerous process of modifying a gas cylinder filled with water and carbide to generate acetylene gas, which is flammable and used for welding. The experiment is intended to test whether the water and carbide combination can produce gas to fuel a stove, but it results in a potentially hazardous outcome with high-pressure gas discharges. The speaker warns viewers not to attempt the experiment with a standard 3 kg gas cylinder due to the severe risks of explosion and legal violations, offering the video as an educational demonstration only.

Takeaways

• 😀 The narrator investigates the possibility of gas cylinders being improperly filled with water and carbide.
• 😀 A hypothesis is proposed: water and carbide can create gas that may ignite.
• 😀 The experiment involves modifying a gallon jug to serve as a substitute for a gas cylinder.
• 😀 A valve is attached to the modified jug using parts from a bicycle tire and a seal to prevent gas leakage.
• 😀 The gallon jug is filled with water and carbide to produce acetylene gas, which is highly flammable.
• 😀 The narrator successfully ignites a stove using the gas produced from the gallon jug.
• 😀 Initially, the flame is weak, but adding more carbide causes the flame to grow stronger and more intense.
• 😀 The gas produced causes a loud, forceful burst of fire, indicating high pressure inside the jug.
• 😀 The narrator expresses fear about the potential for explosions, especially with real gas cylinders.
• 😀 A warning is given at the end of the video, advising against attempting the experiment with actual gas cylinders due to safety risks and potential legal issues.

Q & A

What is the main experiment being conducted in the video?

The main experiment involves testing whether a gas cylinder filled with water and mixed with a specific substance can generate gas that can be used to ignite a stove.

What substance is added to the water to generate gas?

The substance added to the water is carbide, which reacts with the water to produce acetylene gas, a flammable gas commonly used for welding and metal cutting.

Why does the creator mention being scared during the experiment?

The creator mentions feeling scared because the gas generated during the experiment produces a strong flame, and the pressure inside the container was high enough to make the gas discharge sound like a leak, which could be dangerous.

What does the creator hypothesize about the gas cylinder in the video?

The creator hypothesizes that the gas cylinder might have been intentionally filled with water mixed with carbide to generate gas, although the amount of gas produced may be limited.

What does the creator use as a substitute for a regular gas cylinder?

The creator uses a water jug, which is modified with a valve and tube system to simulate a gas cylinder.

How does the creator connect the water jug to the gas stove?

The creator connects the water jug to the stove by attaching a hose to a valve in the jug, using a smaller hose and sealing it tightly to prevent any gas leakage.

What type of gas is generated during the experiment?

The experiment generates acetylene gas, which is produced when carbide reacts with water. This gas is highly flammable and used in industrial applications like welding.

What happens when the creator adds more carbide to the jug?

When more carbide is added, the gas produced increases, causing the stove to ignite with a stronger, more intense flame, though the flame still seems to burn inconsistently.

Why does the creator advise against trying this experiment with a 3 kg gas cylinder?

The creator advises against using a 3 kg gas cylinder because the experiment could be dangerous and illegal. The combination of water and carbide in a pressurized container could lead to a hazardous explosion.

What is the color of the flame produced by the acetylene gas in the experiment?

The flame produced by the acetylene gas is yellow with an orange tint, which is characteristic of acetylene combustion.