This is my simple method to create fuse paper. Now fuse paper is essentially a piece of paper that has potassium nitrate embedded in it. In this article, I will show you how to make it.
=Things You’ll Need=
- Several coffee filters
- Hot water (straight from tap is fine)
- A container
- Several grams of potassium nitrate or similar oxidizing salt
=Steps=
- Dissolve as much potassium nitrate (KNO3) into two tablespoons of hot tap water in the container
- Soak coffee filters in this solution. Use up all of the solution
- Hang them to dry for approximately 4 hours, depending on the relative humidity
=Tips=
- Use water as hot as possible. Boiling hot give best results, but isn’t necessary
- Cut the fuse paper in half and roll into a tube to make a fuse
- Make sure these dry thoroughly before use
=Warnings=
- Don’t scald your hands handling hot water. Use a rod or other utensil to soak the filters if the water is too hot
- This paper is highly combustible, and is somewhat difficult to put out
- I do not take responsibility of any injuries, direct or indirect, from using this product
As always, have fun, but be careful!
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