I am certified to visually inspect scuba tanks and in the class we were told
that one exploding tank has enough energy to raise 4 10 ton locomotives 1" off
the ground. And to think I eagerly strap a scuba tank on my back as often as
possible.
Brad
datsunmike wrote:
> Interesting. I'm sure it's real safe if you're involved in an accident :)
>
> It would be safe to say that if those tanks ruptured it would be like having
> a rocket engine strapped on the car. That's why you never take long trips
> with a fully loaded scuba tank in your trunk. Most municipalities require
> business who refill scuba tanks to build a water filled "bomb" bunker. I
> have seen photos of what can happen when a scuba tank explodes and it's not
> pretty.
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