I made two of these based on this video and it seems like they die if you use them for more than a few minutes. I'm pretty sure it is because these are not meant to flow so much current through them if you frequently short the ground and +V together. I think for a long term product you need a high voltage generator that can handle a little more current.
Are you trying to run it on a 9v? That's the only thing that caused the circuit to burn out in my own testing. Using the button cell batteries I had no issues.
No, I used three 1.5 V button cell batteries as in the video. However, I was having a good amount of fun making some good sparks, and on both of them after a few minutes of producing good sparks they both gave out. Also, it seems like you can't use the earth as your ground to get any decent sparks (you need to use the negative terminal). How about you? I think that is why a lot of people can't get it to work in the comments.
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The first part of that board is actually taking the 5VDC supply and creating DC pulses through the use of the surface mounted transistor. The DC pulses are then sent into the PC mounted transformer where the voltage is boosted way up. Once boosted up, the smd diodes and capacitors(voltage multiplier circuit)further boosts the voltage to a high level, but low current output, which is DC. There is also a SMD resistor at the HV output to further limit current output.
Is there a way though to create a negatively charged pad? From what appears, this can only produce a positive charge. Would reverting the polarity cause the adverse effect?
sorry to jump in 4 years late with a question, but any idea how to calculate the output voltage? I want to build a static grass applicator using refurbished and reused parts and Im looking for around 6 KV output
@@4B68726F6E6F73 i guess I dont understand your reply. My question was about the output voltage of device. I already have an applicator that I made, I dont need a device or a way to apply.
Don't ever stop trying to improve this dude. I love all your videos but these are my favorites. I built the first one you showed us and it worked like a dream but I didn't want to pay for the DC ion generator from the second built so I had to pass. This is like a dream come true for me! Thanks for all the work you put into your videos bud. They rock.
+MyBeardItches Out of all the generators I've made the DC one is the strongest. The one in this video is a little less powerful than the original AC version, so unfortunately if you're looking for more than what you made earlier this probably isn't for you. This version has the advantage in price.
Good find! I took a different one apart and it had a UV glow tube, no DC high volts. Only ionizes oxygen, not people. So be sure and get the exact same device as in the video.
Hey everyone! I hope you enjoy this quick and easy project. I still read all of your comments, though UA-cam has made it a little more difficult for me to reply to as many as I would like. I'll do my best. If you ask questions please be sure that your G+ privacy settings allow replies.
Is this as powerful as the previous builds? Before they were running off of 9 volts and this is halfed to 4.5 I would assume that it's not as strong or at least takes longer to build a soild charge.
+origindirewolf Yes, slightly. But it's not very safe because an ionizer can charge up a fluorescent light bulb like a capacitor, and the bulb can give a heavy shock when you touch the metal ends.
Heyo! Remember me from a couple weeks ago? Probably not but it's one of the first dozen comments. Anyway, turns out I didn't fry my board. I just couldn't directly connect batteries to the board. I reattached the usb to the board and tested it and it still worked! YAY! So I ordered about 7 AAx3 packs with on/off switches for about 3 bucks, soldered one to the board in place of the usb head, fixed the wire connections and now I go around shocking everyone I touch XD Doesn't work while walking on hard wood floors or carpets. I find the latter to be ironic considering one would slide their socks on a carpet to build a natural static charge xD. Anyway, thanks for this video and for actually replying to your comments! Keep up the good work. Here's to you from a relatively old subscriber!
Actually, in the one you used, it's creating a negative static charge. The hint here is that the diodes are "pointing" away from the output connection ... See the component marked "D7" on the PC board? The stripe on one end - the cathode - is connected to the rest of the voltage multiplier chain (the lower voltage stages). The anode is connected to another capacitor (C6) and the output wire (through a 9K ohm resistor R24 - it might also be 20M ohms, but that seems excessively high for that small of a resistor, physically speaking).
Your description of the electronics is correct. If you are interested in learning more about the voltage multiplier circuit they used Dave has a great video: ua-cam.com/video/ep3D_LC2UzU/v-deo.html
+casaverdero They just did within the last month I believe only they are doing videos as regularly as they once did. Yep, I am a subscriber of his for a few years now.
Thank you for your video* I also have a question, (few years after video was posted) would there be an easier way to ground the charge, other than "Velcroing" a piece of metal to your shoe?
I would like to implement this into a static duster to make my housekeeping job even easier. Anything to consider while attempting to creating a super dust magnet?
I just got myself one of these USB ionizers off ebay. It came in the mail today, so I am going to try and build myself one of these for a future video!
I made this as a project on my channel I did some things different like hook it up to a usb power bank with a switch on it and use "E" pieces from a old transformer for contacts. But over all awesome video i'm definitely gonna try to use better components for my next one I make although I don't got the gut to actually get my camera near the thing when it's on lol. Also for those wondering don't let the positive and negative touch too long even if it is just to test it mine burned out after like 25 to 30 minutes and my guess is the capacitor was discharged or something from letting the ends touch too long and it won't charge.
Also the shock wasn't bad and I couldn't get sand to move I guess i'm too static absorbent or my floor was not wet enough if I had to guess the kv put out by this is maybe the same as a fly swatter but idk.
Hey! Been a fan of your channel for years! May I ask a question? If I made 2 of these and had them running at the same time would they then produce the same amount of energy as if they were connected to a 9v? Thsnk you :)
Hey, I know this is an old video and my question may have already been asked in the past, but my shocker is not working. Well- that is it should be working- but isn't. I've got it all hooked up and when I contact the ground with myself and the other ground with the ground I get no charge (Tested with sand, small electronics, and a voltmeter.) BUT When I contact both grounds to myself the status light dims, which means I'm completing the circuit, this is further proven by the fact that when it is in contact with other people and materials the light stays the same. This by itself is impressive considering how un-conductive skin is (Not humid, very little sweat, if any.) SO I opened it up and found no problems (Solder bridges, damaged parts, etc..) Even going as far as to test each individual piece and part with the voltmeter- But with the same result: It works- but it does not show. After several varied tests in different environments, going as far as wetting down the diodes with salt water and conducting static electricity with balloons, I still have found no better result. I currently am using 3, 4.5v 377 type button cell batteries, my contacts are thin aluminum, and the total wire length is 9 inches. I had received several large shocks while building this, but the no longer happens with the finished product. I apologize for the long ass comment, but I wanted as much detail as possible.
It could be fried. These use some pretty cheap and fragile components, I've burned out a few. This is the least expensive of my static generator projects but also the most fragile.
Thank you for your speedy response, that's what I originally assumed, but If that's the case, that still doesn't explain why I'm getting a positive charge from the grounds. Though it may just be that the shock I received while building this was the burnout... Either way thanks.
An "on/off" switch would double the price? My knowledge on the subject is for sure outdated.. But about 6-7 years ago back in HS, me and my buddy modded Xbox controllers etc. we had leds all over inside the buttons etc. and to turn them on or off, we used switches. The most simple kind that slide on or off. The whole pack of like 10 of these cost me like $10 on eBay at the time...
I did exactly as explained and the device is working ... but does not generate enough static through my body when I touch something . Should I use thicker wires ? Or should I use 4 batteries of 1.5V ?
You can try standing on a more conductive surface. Otherwise you may do better with one of my previous versions if this one is not powerful enough for you.
Then you have built a tolerance, build on out of a Fresh Breeze Ionizer, mostly just a high speed switch hook to 1 12V in 500V out transformer.. Little bit more to have to conceal but you keeping you dancing all nigh. Need help, hit yup elecronicBOOM
I find it better attatching the ground wire to your leg, and the output wire to the ground on the bottom of your shoe. That way, you don't have to worry frying any part of the static generator and shocking yourself if any connection is showing.
I BOUGHT IT ($10.75) YYAAYY! I WILL SEE HOW IT GOES WHEN IT ARRIVES AND EDIT!!! THANKYOU!!! Edit 1: I managed to pry open the case with a screwdriver and I plugged it in and every time I touch the wire at the end sparks jump around between it and my finger! so cool! (don't hold it there for too long otherwise you'll get burned *experience tells*) i think i will use 3 AA batteries instead.
You could do that just by creating a short circuit although computers these days have tons of protection against that so you won't be able to kill your friends 3000$ computer but you can still fuck up a tablet or a phone.
+PardonMeIFarted tons of protections and cut off, even against ESD, shorts, overloads etc, eventually you can damage the port and the tranceiver but doubt you would be able to damage the computer completely.
+PardonMeIFarted Most likely you can use exactly this device for that. Leave the USB plug on and just connect the high voltage output wire back to the data pins of the USB plug.
I made it! yay! Problem though. the shock age it produces is barely a tingle. I'm going to try using either AAA or AA batteries to see if they work in upping the shock a bit.
Serious question: I found this video by looking for a way to create a static charge on small lead items that I powder coat. I do not use a typical powder coat spray method, but rather just shake these small lead items in a container with a bit of powder coat paint. (dry). I live in Wisconsin and it is very humid in the summer and very dry in the winter. The difference between how the powder "sticks" to the intended paint items is amazing. In the summer when there is literally no static electricity available in the air ...NO BUENO. Can't get the powder to stick. But in the Winter...I tried once in my unheated garage when it was -20 Fahrenheit. BINGO. It stuck like magic. Nice thick coat which I could then bake in my little toaster oven. After watching this video, I intend to try using this to somehow create the voltage difference between the powder and the lead items ...I haven't figured out how to do that. Any suggestions?
Check the video description of links to my other static generators. You probably want to use one of my stronger ones for a project like you describe. Just attach the output wire to your material and the ground wire either to the ground or to your powder source and you're in business. HOWEVER, there is extreme likelihood of a spark that could cause ignition of any solvents. I don't know if the process of powder coating involves solvents but if so you'll have to be sure to do this in a way where ignition would not be catastrophic. A less dangerous source of static charge might be a toy van de graaff generator wand which generates much higher voltages but not enough amperage to usually generate sparks capable of ignition. Still take caution with such a device, but the risk is lower.
This video gave me an idea, what if instead of using one big battery, use many batteries in series and parallels? So it can recharge super fast. P.D. Sorry for bad english.
i wish i had a soldering iron so i could do things like this. ive worked with electronics and a soldering iron before, but that was all at school and id love to do things on my own
I seen watching your videos for a very very long time and I loved all of the but the one that got stuck in my head was the this you and I was thinking if you can make it smaller and you did and that was great thank you
if you put the ground wire on yourself it might take static out of you and put the output on the ground and will charge the ground but wear shoes so it doesn"t charge you again
NightHawkInLight I think it will take a while to arrive here from china, but thank you very much for the great tutorial! Are there any risks for your health using that?
Hey, the ionizer arrived today and I built the device. It is working but the spark is extremly small. Im using 3x button cells in with arround 1.55v each and 160mAh. Should I use a stronger battery? Thank you
These ionizers don't have a lot of output, it's probably running as well as it was made to. If you want one that is much more powerful my second static generator version that runs on DC is very strong.
I've got a question regarding the FULL BRIDGE RECTIFIER!!. These are SMD components, and we're talking about pretty high voltage. Why is there no arcing? And what do these capacitors do?
Creating a $5 static electricity generator can be an educational and fun project. Here's a simple guide to help you build one: Materials needed: 1. A plastic bottle (2-liter soda bottle works well) 2. Aluminum foil 3. Conductive material (e.g., copper wire, metal tape, or a conductive sticker) 4. Scissors 5. Tape or glue 6. A balloon (latex or rubber) 7. A grounding object (e.g., a metal doorknob or faucet) Instructions: 1. Clean the plastic bottle: Rinse it out and make sure it's dry inside and out. 2. Wrap the bottle with aluminum foil: Cut a piece of aluminum foil large enough to cover the entire bottle. Wrap it around the bottle, making sure to smooth out any wrinkles or creases. Tape the foil in place if necessary. 3. Attach the conductive material: Cut a strip of your chosen conductive material long enough to reach from the bottom of the bottle to the grounding object. Attach one end of the strip to the bottom of the bottle using tape or glue. 4. Prepare the balloon: Inflate the balloon to a medium size, not too big or small. 5. Assemble the generator: Place the balloon over the mouth of the bottle, making sure the conductive strip is hanging out of the bottom. 6. Ground the generator: Touch the end of the conductive strip to your chosen grounding object, such as a metal doorknob or faucet. Now, you're ready to generate static electricity! To generate a static charge, rub the balloon briskly on your hair, a piece of clothing, or even your pet's fur. You should feel the charge build up as the balloon becomes more and more sticky. To demonstrate the static electricity, gently touch the end of the conductive strip with your finger. You should feel a small shock, and the balloon may stick to the metal grounding object. Remember to always handle the generator with care and respect safety precautions. This static electricity generator is a fun and educational project, but it should not be used for any dangerous purposes.
I recently bought a anti-static gun that neutralises static buildup from vinyls. The trigger is metal and contacts my body. I believe that's the negative terminal. The positive just points forward through an insulator so it fires positive charges at the vinyl before cleaning them. The gun is called Milty Zerostat Anti Static Gun. Can this device do the same thing? I.e. If I hold the negative wire and point the positive output at the vinyl? Thanks.
I really enjoy your videos. If you don't know about fun fly sticks, please look it up and test if this device makes you a human fun fly stick. It could become an impressive levitation trick.
If you connect output wire to the rx tx pins of USB you would make device to fry cpu in very silent way (if you have that PC with problems unseen by varanty service, or you have sameone stilling your staff)
Is there a way to modify this in a way so you can shoot lightning... at least up to a foot? At first, i was thinking ‘’Up the voltage.’’, but then I realized that could be lethal. I don’t have any other ideas, i don’t even know if it’s possible, but I’ve always wanted superpowers, and this is the closest to it. Thanks!
I've thought of running usb fans off of cheap usb chargers plugged into the wall. maybe i could do that for this? have a great day, thanks for the video
Instead of cutting off the USB connector you could have used one of those tiny power banks or the circular ones from e-cigarettes. Would allow easy charging + no need to destroy the case for the generator + easy to interchange packs and generators
I made two of these based on this video and it seems like they die if you use them for more than a few minutes. I'm pretty sure it is because these are not meant to flow so much current through them if you frequently short the ground and +V together. I think for a long term product you need a high voltage generator that can handle a little more current.
Are you trying to run it on a 9v? That's the only thing that caused the circuit to burn out in my own testing. Using the button cell batteries I had no issues.
No, I used three 1.5 V button cell batteries as in the video. However, I was having a good amount of fun making some good sparks, and on both of them after a few minutes of producing good sparks they both gave out.
Also, it seems like you can't use the earth as your ground to get any decent sparks (you need to use the negative terminal). How about you? I think that is why a lot of people can't get it to work in the comments.
How would it short? Would the entire thing die or can you just switch out the batterys?
ACTION LAB REAL!?
@@ActionLabShortsNo way this is action lab 7 years ago!!! I was planning to do this and btw love your videos!!!
Nice job sealing the ends with glue so that you don't have any exposed conductors. Most people wouldn't have thought of that.
+Physics Videos by Eugene Khutoryansky You can let it open and it wouldn't even matter. But you don't want to get all the dust, dirt, etc. into it.
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really??
Great for sure
strap this on and touch everything in the apple store
lol
hahahaha then is this apple.
\\Hugh M Janus// lmfao facts sadly
mmm baked apple
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The first part of that board is actually taking the 5VDC supply and creating DC pulses through the use of the surface mounted transistor. The DC pulses are then sent into the PC mounted transformer where the voltage is boosted way up. Once boosted up, the smd diodes and capacitors(voltage multiplier circuit)further boosts the voltage to a high level, but low current output, which is DC. There is also a SMD resistor at the HV output to further limit current output.
yeah just right.
Is there a way though to create a negatively charged pad? From what appears, this can only produce a positive charge. Would reverting the polarity cause the adverse effect?
sorry to jump in 4 years late with a question, but any idea how to calculate the output voltage? I want to build a static grass applicator using refurbished and reused parts and Im looking for around 6 KV output
@@Witchlord It's a bit low tech, but we just use plastic wash bottles. They are cheap, can be charged easily and they are great to apply the grass.
@@4B68726F6E6F73 i guess I dont understand your reply. My question was about the output voltage of device. I already have an applicator that I made, I dont need a device or a way to apply.
Don't ever stop trying to improve this dude. I love all your videos but these are my favorites. I built the first one you showed us and it worked like a dream but I didn't want to pay for the DC ion generator from the second built so I had to pass. This is like a dream come true for me! Thanks for all the work you put into your videos bud. They rock.
+MyBeardItches Out of all the generators I've made the DC one is the strongest. The one in this video is a little less powerful than the original AC version, so unfortunately if you're looking for more than what you made earlier this probably isn't for you. This version has the advantage in price.
can you put two on you at once and do you have to stay standing to so you dont get grounded ? and thanks in advance
I like how you talk in an easy pace because I have time to think about and absorb the science you just said.
Good find! I took a different one apart and it had a UV glow tube, no DC high volts. Only ionizes oxygen, not people. So be sure and get the exact same device as in the video.
Hey everyone! I hope you enjoy this quick and easy project. I still read all of your comments, though UA-cam has made it a little more difficult for me to reply to as many as I would like. I'll do my best. If you ask questions please be sure that your G+ privacy settings allow replies.
Is this as powerful as the previous builds? Before they were running off of 9 volts and this is halfed to 4.5
I would assume that it's not as strong or at least takes longer to build a soild charge.
+origindirewolf Yes, slightly. But it's not very safe because an ionizer can charge up a fluorescent light bulb like a capacitor, and the bulb can give a heavy shock when you touch the metal ends.
+xianthewise You're right, it's not as powerful as my old builds, but it's much less expensive.
Nice dude!.
how much to buy one of these off of you?
Man I wouldn't be a "youtuber" if it wasn't for you! :) THANK YOU
+Giaco Whatever Hey thank you for the awesome videos. I hope to see your channel take off huge!
@@Nighthawkinlightif you take the device near your hair does it attract the hair?
He's on 500k now lol
You should do more videos on how to make static electricity generators I find them entertaining educational and fun at the same time
1:26 that's what she said.
How old are you?
+Pineapple Jones That's my joke, dammit Dwight.
5 subscribers No videos 69
+NightHawkInLight Get your ass downstairs, or find a new place to sell paper!
The burns are real (?
Heyo! Remember me from a couple weeks ago? Probably not but it's one of the first dozen comments. Anyway, turns out I didn't fry my board. I just couldn't directly connect batteries to the board. I reattached the usb to the board and tested it and it still worked! YAY! So I ordered about 7 AAx3 packs with on/off switches for about 3 bucks, soldered one to the board in place of the usb head, fixed the wire connections and now I go around shocking everyone I touch XD Doesn't work while walking on hard wood floors or carpets. I find the latter to be ironic considering one would slide their socks on a carpet to build a natural static charge xD. Anyway, thanks for this video and for actually replying to your comments! Keep up the good work.
Here's to you from a relatively old subscriber!
darude - sandstorm generator
"I'd just like it to be a few inches longer." Wouldn't we all?
I just heard that at the same moment i read ur comment. LoL
I believe there's one near me used for harassment on me
A prosecutor made a similar joke to me the other day in court and dropped my case.
Love your no nonsense approach, and I actually LEARN from your vids. Thanks.
That soldering iron tip gives me shivers.
Wouldn't it be evil to sell these under the title "antistatic ankle strap" to pc builders? Just fuck up my Titan x fam.
+Isaiah Moorehead you sir are very mean :3
eheheheheheheheheheheheheheheeheh
+Isaiah Moorehead You unsensible person! :D Poor nerds! What would they do after they cooked their PCs! :D
This made my day...
+Isaiah Moorehead I think if you're smart enough to build a custom pc, you can probably figure out that this is not an antistatic ankle strap lol
+Golden Saint It isn't hard lol.... It takes like an hour tops, so....
Actually, in the one you used, it's creating a negative static charge. The hint here is that the diodes are "pointing" away from the output connection ...
See the component marked "D7" on the PC board? The stripe on one end - the cathode - is connected to the rest of the voltage multiplier chain (the lower voltage stages). The anode is connected to another capacitor (C6) and the output wire (through a 9K ohm resistor R24 - it might also be 20M ohms, but that seems excessively high for that small of a resistor, physically speaking).
Your description of the electronics is correct. If you are interested in learning more about the voltage multiplier circuit they used Dave has a great video: ua-cam.com/video/ep3D_LC2UzU/v-deo.html
why aren't you posting videos anymore?
+Afrotechmods arent these just simple multiplier circuits, i could probably make a higher voltage one at home, though considerably more expensive
+casaverdero They just did within the last month I believe only they are doing videos as regularly as they once did. Yep, I am a subscriber of his for a few years now.
this channel just blowing my mind.
"My electronics knowledge is pretty basic, but here's what happens in detail just by looking at it." :D
It's like the Circle of Life for my sub list...
Big Clive to NightHawk to Giaco ...
I'm a wizard now
PotatoMunchingMudkip xxx
Cool video, I also liked the shoutout for Giaco who has also one of my favourite channels!!!
Those kids with the hand tazers are gonna pay. 👻👻
Sneaky... the sand trick is so cool!! Love Giaco's channel!
Should I build my pc while wearing this?
NumberSixteen BusShelter yes
yes ofc
NumberSixteen BusShelter you have a spider on your face.
Record it and upload you building it too.
Havent you made this before? I think I've see this somewhere and I wana say its what brought me to your channel.
+Dexskittles Yeah, I've made several other versions.
+NightHawkInLight Awesome, gonna have to go find one and watch it again. Was one of them built with a cigarette lighter outlet to ac port for cars?
Story of my life 1:26
+Alec Mileman It not about the length of the wire but how much voltage it can handle. Don't worry you will find right person to fuse with.
+Aakash Kalaria hahahaha i can't stop laughing
Aakash Kalaria thats so perfect! Lol. I love it!!
0:51 *Negative charge. Look at the diodes. They're connected to produce a negative DC output. That's what ionizers do.
Nice and simple, I like it
Specific Love Creations , yes I also like it.
I used a nine volt battery and it worked amazing
Thank you for your video*
I also have a question, (few years after video was posted)
would there be an easier way to ground the charge,
other than "Velcroing" a piece of metal to your shoe?
I just bought 5 of these exact boards. Looking forward to playing around with them
I would like to implement this into a static duster to make my housekeeping job even easier. Anything to consider while attempting to creating a super dust magnet?
That invention is already available. You can get it at Amazon, Walmart or Bestbuy. The invention is known as a "vacuum cleaner"
I just got myself one of these USB ionizers off ebay. It came in the mail today, so I am going to try and build myself one of these for a future video!
Very cool, look forward to seeing it
now send this in to tech rex and have him ruin some iphones with it
Best comment yet 😂😂
I made this as a project on my channel I did some things different like hook it up to a usb power bank with a switch on it and use "E" pieces from a old transformer for contacts. But over all awesome video i'm definitely gonna try to use better components for my next one I make although I don't got the gut to actually get my camera near the thing when it's on lol. Also for those wondering don't let the positive and negative touch too long even if it is just to test it mine burned out after like 25 to 30 minutes and my guess is the capacitor was discharged or something from letting the ends touch too long and it won't charge.
Also the shock wasn't bad and I couldn't get sand to move I guess i'm too static absorbent or my floor was not wet enough if I had to guess the kv put out by this is maybe the same as a fly swatter but idk.
Hey! Been a fan of your channel for years! May I ask a question? If I made 2 of these and had them running at the same time would they then produce the same amount of energy as if they were connected to a 9v? Thsnk you :)
Hey, I know this is an old video and my question may have already been asked in the past, but my shocker is not working. Well- that is it should be working- but isn't. I've got it all hooked up and when I contact the ground with myself and the other ground with the ground I get no charge (Tested with sand, small electronics, and a voltmeter.)
BUT When I contact both grounds to myself the status light dims, which means I'm completing the circuit, this is further proven by the fact that when it is in contact with other people and materials the light stays the same. This by itself is impressive considering how un-conductive skin is (Not humid, very little sweat, if any.)
SO I opened it up and found no problems (Solder bridges, damaged parts, etc..) Even going as far as to test each individual piece and part with the voltmeter- But with the same result: It works- but it does not show. After several varied tests in different environments, going as far as wetting down the diodes with salt water and conducting static electricity with balloons, I still have found no better result.
I currently am using 3, 4.5v 377 type button cell batteries, my contacts are thin aluminum, and the total wire length is 9 inches. I had received several large shocks while building this, but the no longer happens with the finished product.
I apologize for the long ass comment, but I wanted as much detail as possible.
It could be fried. These use some pretty cheap and fragile components, I've burned out a few. This is the least expensive of my static generator projects but also the most fragile.
Thank you for your speedy response, that's what I originally assumed, but If that's the case, that still doesn't explain why I'm getting a positive charge from the grounds. Though it may just be that the shock I received while building this was the burnout...
Either way thanks.
would've been a fun prank to pull on friends back in highschool
+Kyto i bought one just 4 that porpuse
I'm selling these on my school to shock teachers, have made good profit
Florin Oprandi could you ship one to me
Jacob Perdew sry I can't
KytoRS that’s probably what I’ll do after I make this lol
i love this types of projekts
'I just like it to be a few inches longer'
"My electronics knowledge is pretty basic." and he still have better soldering iron than me.
I love this kind of projects so i can build my own and use in my magic shows. thanks!
1:26 That's what she said.
eyup you have an inverter then an one to many transformer and then a diode bridge.
you got it spot on
lol, "black wire" = spray painted red wire.
easy way u know ;)
Very cool little contraption. Anxious to see your alkalai metals video. I will sub to Giaco's channel. Looks like a great channel.
Can you leave the USB on and connect the ground wire to the same point but use a mobile charger instead of the batterys?
NickyCraft 5 yes
It’s actually putting out a negative change by looking at the orientation of the diodes. That’s why it’s called a negative ion generator.
Can I pour gasoline on things, touch it, and set it a blaze like a super hero?
Yes
But don't do it though
+ryanhayn you mean on people?
+Flix He said "things"
Those things are called people occasionally
You gained superpowers by opening a pen drive.
You do realise how much epic this is, don't you?
a e s t h e t i c s generator please
+Guilherme C. let it go, friend. That meme is dead.
Good to use while handling expensive computer parts.
An "on/off" switch would double the price?
My knowledge on the subject is for sure outdated.. But about 6-7 years ago back in HS, me and my buddy modded Xbox controllers etc. we had leds all over inside the buttons etc. and to turn them on or off, we used switches. The most simple kind that slide on or off.
The whole pack of like 10 of these cost me like $10 on eBay at the time...
AAAAAAAH THE GIACO WHATEVER SHOUTOUT YES
I did exactly as explained and the device is working ... but does not generate enough static through my body when I touch something . Should I use thicker wires ? Or should I use 4 batteries of 1.5V ?
You can try standing on a more conductive surface. Otherwise you may do better with one of my previous versions if this one is not powerful enough for you.
thanks for the answer! I wish success to your channel
+NightHawkInLight were would you get that kind of wire
Then you have built a tolerance, build on out of a Fresh Breeze Ionizer, mostly just a high speed switch hook to 1 12V in 500V out transformer.. Little bit more to have to conceal but you keeping you dancing all nigh. Need help, hit yup elecronicBOOM
All2skitzd I'm sorry but I could not understand. I must put an inverter voltage in my project? it is?
I find it better attatching the ground wire to your leg, and the output wire to the ground on the bottom of your shoe. That way, you don't have to worry frying any part of the static generator and shocking yourself if any connection is showing.
See ya in another 3 months.
I BOUGHT IT ($10.75) YYAAYY! I WILL SEE HOW IT GOES WHEN IT ARRIVES AND EDIT!!! THANKYOU!!!
Edit 1: I managed to pry open the case with a screwdriver and I plugged it in and every time I touch the wire at the end sparks jump around between it and my finger! so cool! (don't hold it there for too long otherwise you'll get burned *experience tells*) i think i will use 3 AA batteries instead.
can you give ppl and electric shock with this if i touch that person while its on?
yes
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Now i can rush B ;))))))
Awesome project, very fun.
Could you add a frequency modulator? I want to turn it into a therapy project.
Thanks
can you make a video about a usb that fries anything it is plugged into
why
You could do that just by creating a short circuit although computers these days have tons of protection against that so you won't be able to kill your friends 3000$ computer but you can still fuck up a tablet or a phone.
+Hendlton there is a device that feeds very high voltage on the usb data bus
www.pcworld.com/article/2896732 here's a link
+PardonMeIFarted tons of protections and cut off, even against ESD, shorts, overloads etc, eventually you can damage the port and the tranceiver but doubt you would be able to damage the computer completely.
+PardonMeIFarted
Most likely you can use exactly this device for that. Leave the USB plug on and just connect the high voltage output wire back to the data pins of the USB plug.
I made it! yay! Problem though. the shock age it produces is barely a tingle. I'm going to try using either AAA or AA batteries to see if they work in upping the shock a bit.
can you use this to constantly zap other ppl? :D
as long as the battery works
Thank you for this I've been experiencing what I now believe to be something,like this since June 23 torture
Serious question: I found this video by looking for a way to create a static charge on small lead items that I powder coat. I do not use a typical powder coat spray method, but rather just shake these small lead items in a container with a bit of powder coat paint. (dry). I live in Wisconsin and it is very humid in the summer and very dry in the winter. The difference between how the powder "sticks" to the intended paint items is amazing. In the summer when there is literally no static electricity available in the air ...NO BUENO. Can't get the powder to stick. But in the Winter...I tried once in my unheated garage when it was -20 Fahrenheit. BINGO. It stuck like magic. Nice thick coat which I could then bake in my little toaster oven.
After watching this video, I intend to try using this to somehow create the voltage difference between the powder and the lead items ...I haven't figured out how to do that. Any suggestions?
Check the video description of links to my other static generators. You probably want to use one of my stronger ones for a project like you describe. Just attach the output wire to your material and the ground wire either to the ground or to your powder source and you're in business. HOWEVER, there is extreme likelihood of a spark that could cause ignition of any solvents. I don't know if the process of powder coating involves solvents but if so you'll have to be sure to do this in a way where ignition would not be catastrophic. A less dangerous source of static charge might be a toy van de graaff generator wand which generates much higher voltages but not enough amperage to usually generate sparks capable of ignition. Still take caution with such a device, but the risk is lower.
Great writeup. Thanks!
I just bought three using your link. I like the country of origin being from Hong Kong or Taiwan! Good job.
Why do some people dislike the video ?
I like how you said your electronics knowledge was pretty basic, then launched into a mini lesson that I lost you on the 3rd word
I just bought one and hope to have fun withit
This video gave me an idea, what if instead of using one big battery, use many batteries in series and parallels? So it can recharge super fast.
P.D. Sorry for bad english.
Nice Project!
Just be careful when you wear this around flamable liquids or gases, and never ever use it while at the gas station!
i wish i had a soldering iron so i could do things like this.
ive worked with electronics and a soldering iron before, but that was all at school and id love to do things on my own
Brilliant. Products that do exactly this sell for $1000 plus.
I seen watching your videos for a very very long time and I loved all of the but the one that got stuck in my head was the this you and I was thinking if you can make it smaller and you did and that was great thank you
Cool project thanks! What would happen if you used a 9v battery instead of the button cells?
Too much voltage would fry the circuit.
you make really interesting videos. I do learn a lot from them.
if you use one of these while building a pc, it is the best way to prevent static shock of your component because it directs the static to the device!
+Wartrac Gaming Trololololol
if you put the ground wire on yourself it might take static out of you and put the output on the ground and will charge the ground but wear shoes so it doesn"t charge you again
Just bought an ionizer from your link, hope it supports you a little bit :)
Thanks! Let me know how it works for you
NightHawkInLight I think it will take a while to arrive here from china, but thank you very much for the great tutorial! Are there any risks for your health using that?
Hey, the ionizer arrived today and I built the device. It is working but the spark is extremly small. Im using 3x button cells in with arround 1.55v each and 160mAh. Should I use a stronger battery?
Thank you
These ionizers don't have a lot of output, it's probably running as well as it was made to. If you want one that is much more powerful my second static generator version that runs on DC is very strong.
NightHawkinLight, how long is the battery life?
Great! Now I can shock my friends!
giaco is awesome, as are you. love the vids.
I've got a question regarding the FULL BRIDGE RECTIFIER!!. These are SMD components, and we're talking about pretty high voltage. Why is there no arcing? And what do these capacitors do?
Thanks for the link to a new channel to sub too, always appreciate something new to watch :)
Creating a $5 static electricity generator can be an educational and fun project. Here's a simple guide to help you build one:
Materials needed:
1. A plastic bottle (2-liter soda bottle works well)
2. Aluminum foil
3. Conductive material (e.g., copper wire, metal tape, or a conductive sticker)
4. Scissors
5. Tape or glue
6. A balloon (latex or rubber)
7. A grounding object (e.g., a metal doorknob or faucet)
Instructions:
1. Clean the plastic bottle: Rinse it out and make sure it's dry inside and out.
2. Wrap the bottle with aluminum foil: Cut a piece of aluminum foil large enough to cover the entire bottle. Wrap it around the bottle, making sure to smooth out any wrinkles or creases. Tape the foil in place if necessary.
3. Attach the conductive material: Cut a strip of your chosen conductive material long enough to reach from the bottom of the bottle to the grounding object. Attach one end of the strip to the bottom of the bottle using tape or glue.
4. Prepare the balloon: Inflate the balloon to a medium size, not too big or small.
5. Assemble the generator: Place the balloon over the mouth of the bottle, making sure the conductive strip is hanging out of the bottom.
6. Ground the generator: Touch the end of the conductive strip to your chosen grounding object, such as a metal doorknob or faucet.
Now, you're ready to generate static electricity!
To generate a static charge, rub the balloon briskly on your hair, a piece of clothing, or even your pet's fur. You should feel the charge build up as the balloon becomes more and more sticky.
To demonstrate the static electricity, gently touch the end of the conductive strip with your finger. You should feel a small shock, and the balloon may stick to the metal grounding object.
Remember to always handle the generator with care and respect safety precautions. This static electricity generator is a fun and educational project, but it should not be used for any dangerous purposes.
I was just thinking about making the one from your previous video today! maybe I'll go with this since it seems so much cheaper
+Galen Coulopoulos Note that my previous one is more powerful, but this is less expensive.
+NightHawkInLight I'll have to think on it then! I love your videos and the fact that you reply to your viewers, keep it up!
I recently bought a anti-static gun that neutralises static buildup from vinyls. The trigger is metal and contacts my body. I believe that's the negative terminal. The positive just points forward through an insulator so it fires positive charges at the vinyl before cleaning them. The gun is called Milty Zerostat Anti Static Gun. Can this device do the same thing? I.e. If I hold the negative wire and point the positive output at the vinyl? Thanks.
Hey nighthawk, is this ready to attach to my body or do i need extras. Please help, your the man!
I really enjoy your videos. If you don't know about fun fly sticks, please look it up and test if this device makes you a human fun fly stick. It could become an impressive levitation trick.
But how big are the discharges? Watching the little lighting bolts are always the most fun part :)
You've got the congenetical defect called Brachydactyly or also called stubby thumb
If you connect output wire to the rx tx pins of USB you would make device to fry cpu in very silent way (if you have that PC with problems unseen by varanty service, or you have sameone stilling your staff)
Man u r so creative!
I'm about to do this, is it worth getting shocked?
I have the urge to go to the beach after this
Is there a way to modify this in a way so you can shoot lightning... at least up to a foot? At first, i was thinking ‘’Up the voltage.’’, but then I realized that could be lethal. I don’t have any other ideas, i don’t even know if it’s possible, but I’ve always wanted superpowers, and this is the closest to it. Thanks!
NICE I BUILT THIS TO AND IM 13YEARS OLD!!!
I've thought of running usb fans off of cheap usb chargers plugged into the wall. maybe i could do that for this? have a great day, thanks for the video
should work no problem, now your just stuck staying near the wall
Instead of cutting off the USB connector you could have used one of those tiny power banks or the circular ones from e-cigarettes. Would allow easy charging + no need to destroy the case for the generator + easy to interchange packs and generators
that looks great! I also did testing similar Ion Generators.