The discussion centers around building an electrolysis cell for a hydrogen-oxygen (HHO) torch, focusing on the design considerations, particularly the size of electrodes needed to draw a specific current. Participants explore safety concerns related to the use of sodium hydroxide (NaOH) in the process and the implications of engaging in potentially dangerous activities.
Participants express differing views on the safety of building an electrolysis cell and the appropriateness of seeking advice online. There is no consensus on whether the project is safe or advisable, and concerns about the participant's experience level remain unresolved.
Limitations include the lack of clarity on what constitutes a "dangerous activity" and the unresolved nature of safety concerns related to handling sodium hydroxide.
I'm just doing this for fun and I don't have money to use like thisBystander said:Sure you don't want to buy a commercial unit? They are available starting at couple hundred dollars, current-limiting is built in.
They need to specify what is considered dangerous tho. Even getting out of the bed is cause you might fall. Plus you wouldn't be encouraging you would just help to make it safer cause I'm still gonna make. Lastly I don't think that building a cell like this is dangerous if you are able to get your hands on everything needed. How am I supposed to ask for help if I don't know anyone with experience?Bystander said:Forum rules require that "dangerous activities" not be encouraged; you have not been a member long enough that anyone knows whether you know........
Nothing personal.
From: https://www.physicsforums.com/threads/physics-forums-global-guidelines.414380/Cavidex said:They need to specify what is considered dangerous tho. Even getting out of the bed is cause you might fall. Plus you wouldn't be encouraging you would just help to make it safer cause I'm still gonna make. Lastly I don't think that building a cell like this is dangerous if you are able to get your hands on everything needed. How am I supposed to ask for help if I don't know anyone with experience?
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This/lye/caustic/corrosive equals "dangerous (among other things)."Cavidex said:TL;DR Summary: Help determining amps in an electrolysis cell
water will contain NaOH.
Then where should I ask my question?(For me lye isn't even too dangerous since I know how to manage it)Bystander said:This/lye/caustic/corrosive equals "dangerous (among other things)."
From:https://www.tn.gov/health/cedep/env... concentrations,lead to permanent lung damage.Cavidex said:For me lye isn't even too dangerous since I know how to manage it
Contact with very high concentrations of sodium hydroxide can cause severe burns to the eyes, skin, digestive system or lungs, resulting in permanent damage or death. Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause dermatitis. Repeated inhalation of sodium hydroxide vapor can lead to permanent lung damage.
However, we do NOT know you well enough to share YOUR confidence in yourself; couple months, meaningful posts on other topics, things may change.Cavidex said:(For me lye isn't even too dangerous since I know how to manage it)
Well I'm probably never gonna use this platform again thanks for your timeBystander said:However, we do NOT know you well enough to share YOUR confidence in yourself; couple months, meaningful posts on other topics, things may change.
You are not trying hard enough. Almost always the best way to proceed on such a project is to find a local Mentor who can help you in-person and who can understand your level of experience in the various aspects of the project. Please try harder to find that local Mentor, instead of trying to find advice on the Internet (where we can never know your level of experience).Cavidex said:How am I supposed to ask for help if I don't know anyone with experience?