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Wednesday 19 September 2012

How Nitrous Chargers Are Used

By Deana Stanton


Nitrous chargers are small steel devices that contain nitrous oxide. The nitrous oxide is released when the outer casing is pierced. Though they are generally used for making whipped cream, the devices can also be used for recreational purposes as well, though it is not recommended and can cause serious damage to the individual using it.

The steel containers are about two millimeters thick and hold around eight grams of pressurized nitrous oxide. The steel is formed into a tube like shape with a point at one end. For most of the container the steel must be thick enough to hold the pressurized gas, however the steel around the pointed end is thinner. This makes it easier to puncture or crack when the device is ready to be used.

In order to be used for making whipped cream, a whipped cream dispenser is needed. The ingredients for the cream are first poured into the dispenser, usually cream and some sort of flavoring or sweetener. Then the top is placed on the device and the devices are discharged into the sealed container and the gas dissolves into the cream mixture. When the cream and gas mixture is released through the nozzle it expands to create light, fluffy whipped cream.

The nitrous chargers are also regularly used for recreational purposes. The gas is usually released into a balloon to be inhaled by people. The effects of this cause the person to become temporarily intoxicated, with the effects lasting a few minutes. Several balloons can be filled by each cartridge and this is a common practice among younger people at parties.

When used for recreational purposes the side effects can be incredibly dangerous. Over use can lead to serious side effects such as vitamin B12 depletion and a lack of oxygen to the brain, and long term use can lead to paralyzes and neurological disorders. This is a very cheap high that is very dangerous, and should not be used for that purpose.

They can also be used as a pressurized gas for toy rockets. The charger is released into the rockets engine and the pressurized gas propels the rocket into the air at an amazing speed. These types of rockets are generally used by enthusiasts who have a high appreciation for the mechanics of rocket science.

They can be purchased online through many different manufacturers. The make up of each brand is generally the same however the quality may differ from one to the next. They all are made up of a steel outer casing with about eight grams of nitrous oxide held inside. Many manufacturers will only distribute to businesses, however some will sell for home use. There is currently no licence needed to buy them and they are one hundred percent legal.

Nitrous chargers are usually made for a specific purpose, mainly for making whipped cream, and they should be used for that purpose only. The use of these devices for recreational reasons is incredibly dangerous and can cause serious harm to those using them. When correctly used they are completely safe.




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