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Published on September 26, 2025
Duration: 2:17

This video tests the theory that 9mm bullets generate significant heat upon impact. Using a Nox Lumi 35r thermal camera, the experiment observes a color-changing target and ballistic gel after being shot. The results indicate that while bullets do increase the temperature of the target and gel, the heat transfer into the gel is minimal and not enough to cause a burn.

Quick Summary

A thermal camera can detect the heat signature of a fired 9mm bullet, causing visible changes on heat-sensitive targets. While bullets transfer energy and slightly increase the temperature of ballistic gel (5-20°C), this heat is generally not enough to cause a burn.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Bullet Heat Theory
  2. 00:14Testing Equipment: Nox Lumi 35r
  3. 00:24Test Setup: Color-Changing Target
  4. 00:37Test Setup: Ballistic Gel
  5. 00:46Firearm Used: Gear Sound Witness X
  6. 00:51Firing at Target
  7. 00:59Target Results: Thermal Observation
  8. 01:08Ballistic Gel Results: Thermal Signature
  9. 01:25Gel Analysis: Heat Transfer
  10. 01:42Gel Material Blocking Thermal Signature
  11. 01:51Conclusion: Bullet Heat and Burn Potential
  12. 02:06Final Thoughts and Recommendation

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a thermal camera detect a fired 9mm bullet?

Yes, a thermal camera can detect the heat signature left by a fired 9mm bullet. The impact causes a noticeable temperature increase on surfaces like color-changing targets and can be observed on ballistic gel, though the transfer into the gel is minimal.

Does a 9mm bullet burn upon impact?

While a 9mm bullet does generate heat upon impact, the temperature increase observed on ballistic gel (around 5-20 degrees Celsius) is not sufficient to cause a burn. The heat is detectable by thermal cameras but is not a significant thermal hazard.

How does ballistic gel interact with thermal signatures?

Ballistic gel, despite its transparency to visible light, can block or absorb thermal signatures. This means that direct thermal imaging of a projectile passing through the gel is difficult; surface observations or angled shots are more effective for detecting heat.

What equipment was used to test bullet heat?

The test utilized a Nox Lumi 35r thermal camera to observe the heat signatures. A Gear Sound Witness X pistol chambered in 9mm was used to fire the ammunition at a color-changing target and ballistic gel.

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