What to Salvage From an Old Microwave

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  • @walthodgson5780
    @walthodgson5780 3 роки тому +6

    There's a sizeable chunk of copper inside that magnetron element, and those fins are aluminum. And the beryllium insulators need to go to hazardous e-waste, not the landfill.

  • @DannyTillotson
    @DannyTillotson 3 роки тому +27

    Good video but for other people point out we need to discharge the capacitor safely immediately before doing anything else. 👍

    • @gyrgrls
      @gyrgrls 2 роки тому

      Most all MW caps have built-in bleeders or an external resistor across the terminals. Only the really old microwaves are dangerous when unplugged. But it's still better to be safe than sorry, or dead.

  • @110americalovingpatriot2
    @110americalovingpatriot2 4 роки тому +8

    An angle grinder is one of my favorite tools.

    • @ravebrave8866
      @ravebrave8866 3 роки тому +2

      110% hahahhahahahahha I suppose not with horns on the head

  • @richwrightrocks
    @richwrightrocks 2 роки тому +2

    Very cool

  • @YouWillDoAsYouAreTold
    @YouWillDoAsYouAreTold 2 роки тому +2

    great video +1 sub

  • @davenrees9822
    @davenrees9822 4 роки тому +8

    AT 11:35.... Seeing that grinder scared the sh*t out of me... It is Beryllium Oxide and can give you Lung cancer.... very easily..... so yea.... be careful.. You even knew that 🤦‍♂️ (For referencee, I've done research as well, but I've also recently taken apart 15 microwaves. The research was so that I don't die from this 🤷🏽‍♂️)

    • @tyrzxv
      @tyrzxv Рік тому

      The Beryllium if inhaled as dust, can cause a disease known as Berylliosis which is uncurable and nasty.
      Yea, not worth your ability to breathe

  • @Greg_Chase
    @Greg_Chase Рік тому +6

    The fan motor type which you tried to recall at time 16:45 thereabouts - it's a *_single phase, shaded pole induction motor_*
    Most induction motors - those used in devices requiring lots of mechanical torque - cannot use single phase AC because the torque in just one phase occurs once per cycle of the AC, not enough torque to spin the motor's rotor through a full 360 degrees, and not enough to provide a 'starting torque' to actually get the rotor spinning to begin with.
    A three-phase induction motor has three 110vac inputs, that are offset by 120 degree. Phase A applies magnetic torque on the rotor and it rotates a bit (120 rotational degrees to be exact), towards the Phase B electromagnet, which applies torque to the rotor for the next 120 degrees of rotation.
    So we have:
    - Phase A turned the rotor from 0 degrees to 120 rotational degrees
    - Phase B turned the rotor through 120 to 240 degrees of rotation
    - then the Phase C electromagnet applies magnetic torque to the rotor and rotates it from 240 degrees back to 0 degrees
    So a single phase motor seems like it wouldn't even work, since one electromagnet would need to turn the rotor through a full 360 degrees.
    SHADED POLE SINGLE PHASE MOTOR
    The 'shaded pole' comes to the rescue. On the metal plate laminations (the thin plates stuck together) you'll find two small copper windings. They are physically separated from the Phase 1 electromagnet, so although everyone knows a changing magnetic field (like the one produced in the Phase 1 electromagnet) will induce a magnetic field in any nearby closed loop of wire, the small copper loop is far enough away from the electromagnet that there is a phase delay created by that physical separation.
    So the Phase 1 electromagnet comes on and exerts magnetic torque on the rotor (which is only turning a lightweight fan blade, not much of a load) - and then a short delay later, that small copper loop - that 'shaded pole' - develops its own magnetic field via induction, and it exerts a magnetic torque on the rotor to keep it spinning.
    Single phase shaded-pole induction motors have weak torque, nothing like the strength and magnetic torque from three full-size electromagnetics positioned 120 degrees apart. So single phase shaded pole induction motors can only be used for light duty, like spinning a fan blade.
    .

  • @Professor_ramification
    @Professor_ramification 2 роки тому +2

    You sound like Garfield

  • @markbrown1609
    @markbrown1609 2 роки тому +3

    good vid Bro, is that little feller at 6:27 playing with a full deck? LOL

  • @Tennessee4Jesus
    @Tennessee4Jesus 2 роки тому +2

    Hahahaha came to learn oh well 🤪 glad some men on same brain level because I sure was not. Damn 🤣

  • @ScantPear
    @ScantPear 2 роки тому +2

    Scrap the metal don’t throw it away…

  • @TCS86
    @TCS86 2 роки тому +3

    Lots of micro switches too. The ceramic coupling on top of the magnetron is TOXIC. Breathe that dust if broken & ☠️

    • @tyrzxv
      @tyrzxv Рік тому

      You don't necessarily die, you can get a nasty uncurable disease called Berylliosis and besides the constant pain, you basically will never breathe well the rest of your life. Torture before slow suffocation.

    • @michaelvoorhees5978
      @michaelvoorhees5978 Рік тому

      I died from breathing it once

  • @gyrgrls
    @gyrgrls 2 роки тому +4

    10:44 No, no, NO! That brass mesh in an RF gasket and is grounded. It is necessary for effective transmission of the RF energy into the cavity. That metal cap with the hole in it is actually the antenna! That hole in the wall is for antenna protrusion into the waveguide.

  • @rkaag99
    @rkaag99 2 роки тому +2

    where are the radioactive bits in this device? Ya know, the stuff you might NOT want to go airborn with the grinder etc.

    • @kocreations4582
      @kocreations4582  2 роки тому +2

      In the magnetron

    • @tyrzxv
      @tyrzxv Рік тому

      @@kocreations4582 the ceramic stem that connects to the magnetron contains Beryllium and if broken and you inhale the dust, you can get a nasty uncurable disease called Berylliosis. You will never breathe right and have constant pain.

  • @combycat
    @combycat 4 місяці тому

    Is the insulator really beryllium??? Some people say it’s alumina and some people say it’s only beryllium in the really early high power microwave ovens. I just don’t know what to think.

  • @davenrees9822
    @davenrees9822 4 роки тому +2

    not done watching your video yet.... but no.. the first thing you do, before you touch anything, is discharge it.... (at 3:28 YOU LAUGH ABOUT IT🤣🤣🤣) BUT BEFORE THAT.... Learn what things are first and do some research 🤦‍♂️

  • @gyrgrls
    @gyrgrls 2 роки тому +3

    The capacitors can be ganged in order to build an awesome rail gun. Those fans make nice bathroom exhaust fans, as well.

  • @sdavis7916
    @sdavis7916 3 роки тому +2

    My friend, fun video, a couple thoughts. A plywood workbench to put the microwave on while disassembling. Some words of caution at least while you show your lichtenberg machine, two handed model isn't too safe.. Entertaining ace appreciated.

  • @7-Aniya
    @7-Aniya 2 роки тому +2

    You forgot the thermal protection unit.

  • @horus2369
    @horus2369 3 роки тому +3

    dude, microwaves are high frequency, which are short and rapid, on the infrared spectrum. Long waves are on the ultra end of the spectrum, Think Bass Guitar, Bass Drum

    • @kocreations4582
      @kocreations4582  2 роки тому

      U should watch electro booms video on microwaves, it gives a better presentation of what I was talking about

  • @subramanianr7206
    @subramanianr7206 3 роки тому +4

    I love your presentation. You know about the deadly shock hazard lurking in the capacitor, some high voltage stuff like the Jacob's ladder, plasma generation with the EHT in the CRT TV, Beryllium oxide and it's danger if the powder is inhaled, magnetron tube and the microwave getting deflected in to the chamber through the wave guide and dispersion by the fan blades etc., Great.
    The MOT contains the middle winding for the filament of the magnetron tube. The cooling fan is run by the shunt induction motor.
    The skit between 6.20-6.45 is really good.
    Thanks again.

  • @PUN15H3R_OG
    @PUN15H3R_OG 2 роки тому +2

    You are hilarious lol entertaining

  • @chuckmaddison2924
    @chuckmaddison2924 2 роки тому +2

    Use for plasma motor.

  • @walthodgson5780
    @walthodgson5780 3 роки тому +2

    You can usually snap that security nub off with a flat tip screwdriver. Then it's a normal Torx bit to remove.

  • @gyrgrls
    @gyrgrls 2 роки тому +2

    02:40 What I have done is pick up a cheap regular Torx bit, and drill the center to a depth of a few millimeters. A cold chisel also comes in handy when wrecking od microwave ovens, as sometimes pieces are riveted together.

  • @draco7422
    @draco7422 3 роки тому +2

    Nice t shirt 😆😆

  • @sdavis7916
    @sdavis7916 3 роки тому +2

    By the way... Would you like a 120,000 uf capacitor? I've got a box of those babies..

  • @oldladmanmp4
    @oldladmanmp4 3 роки тому +2

    What was the set up fir that plasma generator and magnet? Did you have one of the leads touching the magnet?

    • @kocreations4582
      @kocreations4582  3 роки тому

      One lead on the outside of the magnet, one in the center, once I’m able to get a lathe I plan on doing a cool experiment with this set up, but the driver is a circuit I got on eBay, if you think that’s something you’d be interested in I’ll do a video on the circuit

    • @kocreations4582
      @kocreations4582  3 роки тому

      Let me know

  • @ronniemcqueen7076
    @ronniemcqueen7076 2 роки тому +3

    Thank you for the info was very helpful.. after I learnt about those capacitors I am very fortunate I never fried my dumbass but I try to always be careful around certain items tho I never understood the magnitude of power in those it’s by the Grace of God I’m here now.. I freaked out when I knew what could have happened to me just going in on something like that..

  • @blackwidows570
    @blackwidows570 2 роки тому +2

    What is the "super illegal" thing in that clip you showed? Link to that video?

    • @kocreations4582
      @kocreations4582  2 роки тому +2

      I’ll link the video when I get off work but the channel is called keystone science, it was a microwave gun, idk if I said it was illegal but it definitely is dangerous,

    • @blackwidows570
      @blackwidows570 2 роки тому +3

      @@kocreations4582 I could give a fuck less if it's illegal, just intrigued. And yes you said it's 'very illegal' allegedly.

    • @blackwidows570
      @blackwidows570 2 роки тому +1

      @@kocreations4582 thank you for the reply brother! Earned a like and sub. Lmk when you have that link!

    • @kocreations4582
      @kocreations4582  2 роки тому +1

      Well if I suppose I was thinking that if you were to use the microwave gun for what I would use it for, it would indeed be illegal and thanks for the sub man! Much appreciated

    • @kocreations4582
      @kocreations4582  2 роки тому +2

      Keystone science's Microwave gun
      ua-cam.com/video/80kDn4vit_w/v-deo.html

  • @oldladmanmp4
    @oldladmanmp4 3 роки тому +2

    I love seeing someone else who likes disassembling microwaves!

  • @theevilvixen6282
    @theevilvixen6282 3 роки тому

    For those tamper proof Allens I just get a screwdriver or something and wedge it in there and snap off that little nub in the middle. Then a regular Allen wrench works fine

  • @jeffreywyke368
    @jeffreywyke368 Рік тому

    The first thing you called a "capacitor" is NOT A CAPACITOR. It is the heater for the magnetron!! The second (smaller) unit IS A CAPACITOR.

    • @kocreations4582
      @kocreations4582  Рік тому

      No shit! I put it up on the screen that I was mistaken! Then I corrected myself 30 secs later. Way to be constructive dumbass! Do something more with your life! Seriously

  • @guymandude999
    @guymandude999 Рік тому

    This is like a workplace safety 'don't be like this careless fellow' vhs tape they show you at a new job.
    12:38 rubs the berilium oxide powder with the finger of his glove, then it goes off camera to his face...
    I'm assuming to see what it smells like. Hope you're doing ok, bud 😐

    • @kocreations4582
      @kocreations4582  Рік тому

      Still alive!! I think it’s only toxic if broken though,

    • @michaelvoorhees5978
      @michaelvoorhees5978 Рік тому

      ​@@kocreations4582you think... so let's take a chance on it lol

  • @murraychadwick9362
    @murraychadwick9362 2 роки тому

    Thanks for the info and laugh's 😂

  • @blatantmisconception
    @blatantmisconception 2 роки тому +1

    Loved you as Hawkeye

  • @canineconundrum
    @canineconundrum 4 роки тому +4

    Lmao That skit between 6:26 and 6:48 was hilarious.

  • @ujawalikar3128
    @ujawalikar3128 3 роки тому +1

    be my friend...

  • @hugosoosaar
    @hugosoosaar 4 роки тому

    Hi!
    Is it possible to order any of your work?

  • @anoainindonesia4595
    @anoainindonesia4595 2 роки тому

    When your not made transmitter radio and reciver simple from transformer magnetron

  • @familyrob9762
    @familyrob9762 Рік тому

    Thank you brother . 🙏

  • @enlightenedpreparingep4006
    @enlightenedpreparingep4006 2 роки тому +2

    I got one of those bit kits from Ace Hardware as well but have only used it once to remove my alcohol monitoring anklet 😂

  • @arielignacio9234
    @arielignacio9234 3 роки тому

    omg you are melting

  • @reneboymaster
    @reneboymaster Рік тому

    NOT CONVINCING

  • @Nick-79
    @Nick-79 3 роки тому

    Ur arm was awfully close to that grinder blade a few times at 11:58 😳😬

    • @kocreations4582
      @kocreations4582  3 роки тому +3

      I live life on the edge! Also..... I never noticed that till just now when you pointed that out lol

    • @Nick-79
      @Nick-79 3 роки тому +3

      @@kocreations4582 yeah I actually almost died once, I worked in a welding factory and the grinder blade broke, missed me by inches

    • @JatPhenshllem
      @JatPhenshllem 2 роки тому +1

      @@Nick-79 Daaamn. Tell me more

  • @jeffroid_tv
    @jeffroid_tv Рік тому

    Just grind those funky screw heads off!!! Problem Solved!!!

  • @enlightenedpreparingep4006
    @enlightenedpreparingep4006 2 роки тому

    I got one of those bit kits from Ace Hardware as well but have only used it once to remove my alcohol monitoring anklet 😂

  • @enlightenedpreparingep4006
    @enlightenedpreparingep4006 2 роки тому

    I got one of those bit kits from Ace Hardware as well but have only used it once to remove my alcohol monitoring anklet 😂

  • @duanemediak9675
    @duanemediak9675 2 роки тому

    HE SHOULD APPOLOGIZE FORVTHE LAME LOUD INTRO

  • @levinolan636
    @levinolan636 Рік тому

    The fans work great to Install in the pants so when someone farts, it blows the gas out the pants and helps flush in fresh air to the arse.

  • @spankedbywife1018
    @spankedbywife1018 Рік тому

    Dude, you do not know the difference between a magnetron and the cap? Please stay away from high voltage you are going to get hurt, OH "those ones are good", yes i spose they are dude. Those disks magnets are just an everyday ferrite magnets, same as a speaker mag. Be careful dude. I don't support your blatant misidentifying of the magnetron and a HV capacitor, you are going to get hurt and or be a participating factor in someone else getting hurt.