What happens to a LIVE Grenade in a Microwave?!?!

Published on August 26, 2019
Duration: 15:59

This video details an experiment where various live grenades and explosives were placed inside a microwave to observe their reactions to microwave radiation. Conducted by Demolition Ranch with an explosives expert, the tests revealed that most explosives did not detonate from microwave heat alone, with a flashbang being the exception that destroyed the microwave. The video emphasizes the inherent dangers and the need for professional handling of such materials.

Quick Summary

In a controlled experiment by Demolition Ranch, most live grenades did not detonate when placed in a microwave. However, a flashbang grenade did detonate, destroying the microwave. Metal casings on fragmentation grenades appeared to shield the explosives from microwave radiation.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Claw Machine Gag
  2. 00:51Sponsor: NordVPN
  3. 02:29Explosives Testing Overview
  4. 02:59Thermite Incendiary Grenade Test
  5. 03:56CS Gas Grenade Test
  6. 04:26Flashbang Grenade Test
  7. 06:13Stinger Grenade Test
  8. 07:00Plastic Explosives Test
  9. 07:43Frag Grenade and TNT Introduction
  10. 09:10TNT and C4 Burn Test
  11. 10:12Controlled Cleanup Detonation
  12. 11:22Frag Grenade Microwave Test
  13. 13:19Linear Shape Charge Detonation
  14. 14:46Final Thermite Destruction

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens when you put a live grenade in a microwave?

In a controlled experiment by Demolition Ranch, most live grenades did not detonate when placed in a microwave. However, a flashbang grenade did detonate, destroying the microwave. Metal casings on fragmentation grenades appeared to shield the explosives from microwave radiation.

Can microwave radiation detonate explosives?

Microwave radiation alone is generally insufficient to detonate most standard explosives like TNT or C4. While some specialized devices, such as certain flashbangs, may react, the metal casing of many ordnance items can shield the explosive material from the radiation.

Which types of grenades were tested in the microwave?

The experiment tested a G814 Thermite grenade, a G102 CS Gas grenade, a multi-bang flashbang, an ALSG101 Hornet's Nest stinger grenade, and a live fragmentation grenade. Plastic explosives (Detasheet) and TNT sticks were also tested.

Was the experiment safe?

The experiment was conducted by explosives experts with extensive safety precautions, including bunkers and safety perimeters. It is extremely dangerous and should not be attempted by untrained individuals due to the high risk of detonation and severe injury.

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