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[*] posted on 25-10-2013 at 10:56
Where to buy Al powder in the UK


Hi,

I am in the process of preparing a thermite reaction, and the only mystery that remains is how to obtain powdered Al without police attention (I read 'so my house was raided today', and am consequently paranoid). Does anyone know any major DIY chains or types of store in which I might find this powder? Also, what is the best mesh to use to make sure the thermite doesn't flash?

I would rather not go cracking open etch-a-sketches, so if I could have a source of ready-made powdered Al, that would be much appreciated!

Thanks :P
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[*] posted on 25-10-2013 at 10:57


Aluminum foil. Coffee grinder. You know where I'm going with this.



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[*] posted on 25-10-2013 at 11:01


You're a genius :D
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[*] posted on 25-10-2013 at 11:08


But would that be it? Or would I have to ball mill it as we'll? Because I have no facility to do that.
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[*] posted on 25-10-2013 at 11:32


Ball milling does help reduce particle size dramatically which does improve ease of ignition, but if using Mg ribbon or silicon/permanganate microfuse you should be able to get ignition without too much issue

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[*] posted on 25-10-2013 at 12:46


You might be able to find it in painting stores; it's used to add "glitter" to paints.



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