How to build a simple Plasma Rifle aka Electrothermal Rifle

Step 1 Constructing the plasma rifle

We'll show you how to build a small low powered plasma rifle using only common everyday items like a disposable camera for the power supply.. The rifle uses pressure produced by the several thousand degree plasma produced by a capacitive discharge to launch a projectile across the room. It transforms electrical energy into kinetic without any motors, gases, explosives or anything else. A great way to amaze your friends. Or have a mini war. Warning high voltages required for the capacitor bank may cause shock.
Simply watch the embedded video for instructions

Comments

[GSXRPARTNEEDER]

clean your work area!!!

[Crail]

so... What do I do if I can't understand anything in the video?

[kjjohn]

how far would this shoot with a 940uf 400volt capacitor bank (75J of energy)? I am using a shaped projectile (iron rod modified into a bullet)