Explosive Mix

[huldah]

It's not just the explosive properties you need to worry about. I once filled a camping cooker placed on a sink unit with petrol. A small amount was spilt and largely evaporated before I struck the match. The vapor, like propane and butane, was heavier than air, so not only did the sink unit burst into flame, but also the floor.

The danger here is that the flame may set something on fire, such as curtains. From a serious childhood experience, I can tell you that some materials produce such dangerous fumes, that you won't be able to fight the fire. My lungs were completely frozen when the nylon curtains caught fire. The flames went up the curtains, out the window, set the sun baked paint on fire, up under the eaves, and went out!

Philip

 

[ShipsWoofy]

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Mine is going overboard.

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Hmm, with everything else in your trolls, er, posts, that you seem to be throwing overboard you are going to be fined by the environment agency.

Every one of your posts is for effect just controversial enough to get a good reaction but not to be considered a troll.

What is tomorrows new thread, should I remove my engine cos the fuel is flamable, should I take the wood out of my boat now before it rots, the foam in the bunks gives off cyanide when they burn,

over the side they go

yawn

 

[ianabc]

1 litre tank is enough for serios exp. in basement of a home!
Yes they should not be left inside a boat.
AND
any gas including water vapor from fighting a fire with water...makes the cabin toxic as there is little oxygen!

 

[Thistle]

Re: Weight, density and mass...another (mini) rant

Ah! Thanks for pointing that out. Must remember to engage brain before connecting fingers to keyboard.