The Slow Mo Guys, Gav and Dan, create an explosive video by overloading a 1000 microfarad capacitor with high voltage, causing it to violently explode and release a massive amount of energy. They film the explosion using a Phantom 7510 camera, capturing it at incredibly high frame rates (up to 187,500 frames per second) and showcasing the slow-motion footage. The hosts also experiment with different capacitor sizes, observing varying effects, including a "vent" that allows pressure to release safely in larger capacitors. Throughout the video, they provide commentary and explanations of the science behind the explosions.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. The hosts, Gav and Dan, are the "Slo-Mo Guys".
2. They are fans of channels like ElectroBOOM and Big Clive.
3. They have a dislike for capacitors due to the need to unplug or turn off devices for 10-30 seconds when power cycling.
4. Gav's Super Nintendo needs a new capacitor.
5. The hosts are using a Phantom 7510 camera to film experiments.
6. The Phantom 7510 is the fastest Phantom camera at the time of recording.
7. The hosts are experimenting with capacitors, specifically a 1000 microfarad, 16-volt capacitor.
8. The capacitor has a vent at the top to release pressure.
9. The hosts are using a high frame rate (80,000 frames per second) to capture the experiment.
10. The exposure time is 6.25 microseconds.
11. The hosts warn viewers not to touch capacitors at home due to the risk of electric shock.
12. Capacitors can hold their charge for a long time, making them potentially dangerous.
13. The hosts are using a fan to cool the camera lens.
14. The hosts are experimenting with different frame rates, including 187,500 frames per second.
15. The hosts are using a macro lens to capture close-up footage.
16. The capacitor exploded, creating a shockwave and a flame.
17. The hosts are calculating the speed of the explosion using the footage.
18. The capacitor is 8 millimeters long.
19. The hosts are using a balloon to demonstrate the effect of the capacitor explosion.
20. The capacitor created a hole in the balloon and caused water to spill out.
21. The hosts are considering a collaboration with Mehdi from ElectroBOOM.
22. Mehdi is willing to come from Canada to collaborate on a video.