Live 50 Caliber Round in a Microwave

Published on November 18, 2013
Duration: 6:42

This video details an experiment where a .50 BMG round was placed inside a microwave to test its detonation potential. The experiment involved building a protective bunker and multiple microwave cycles. The .50 BMG round eventually detonated, blowing the microwave door open, though the host noted it lacked the velocity of a fired round. The microwave, surprisingly, remained functional.

Quick Summary

A .50 BMG round detonated inside a microwave when heated, causing the casing to rupture and the door to blow open. While the round exploded, it lacked the velocity of a fired shot. Surprisingly, the microwave continued to function despite internal damage.

Chapters

  1. 00:07Introduction: Microwave vs .50 Cal Round
  2. 00:23Setup: Building the Microwave Bunker
  3. 01:02First Attempt: Microwave Cycle 1
  4. 02:46Second Attempt: Round Directly in Microwave
  5. 03:09Detonation: Microwave Door Blown Open
  6. 04:02Analyzing the Aftermath: Bullet and Casing
  7. 05:51Conclusion: Microwave Still Works?

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens when you put a .50 BMG round in a microwave?

When a .50 BMG round is heated in a microwave, the propellant inside can ignite, causing the casing to rupture and the round to detonate. This can blow the microwave door open and fill the area with smoke, but it does not achieve the velocity of a fired round.

Is it safe to detonate ammunition in a microwave?

No, it is extremely dangerous and highly unsafe to detonate ammunition in a microwave. This can lead to unpredictable explosions, shrapnel, fire hazards, and potential injury. Such experiments should never be attempted.

Can a microwave survive a .50 BMG round detonation?

In some cases, a microwave may survive a .50 BMG round detonation, though it will likely sustain significant internal damage. One experiment showed the microwave still functioning after the blast, despite the door being blown open.

What are the components found after a .50 BMG round detonates in a microwave?

After a .50 BMG round detonates in a microwave, you can typically find the bullet and the ruptured brass casing. The casing often explodes near the neck, and the bullet may strike the microwave door, leaving a dent or hole.

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