orion10293newbie
5 posts

Posted:
For the blue flame, is is Copper (I) Chloride, or Copper (II) Chloride?



Do the chemicals have to be reagent-level purity?



Where can I get said chemical?



Lastly, where can I get denatured alchohol?



Thanks in advance.

Orion

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DarkFyreBRONZE Member
HoP mage and keeper of the fireballs
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Location: Palmerston North, New Zealand


Posted:
good questions but where do you live coz the answer may differ depending on your location

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JauntyJamesSILVER Member
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3,533 posts
Location: Hampshire College, MA, USA


Posted:
Question the first: It shouldn't matter. They might be different shades of blue, but the heat of the flame is a more important factor.

Question the second: No, impurities aren't a big deal so long as they won't give off toxic fumes when burned

Question the third: Well, I get my chemicals from my dad, who works for the FDA. So that doesn't answer your question at all. Sorry, but I dont' really know. Some you can get from pharmacies.

Denatured alcohol can be found at most hardware stores. I've honestly never seen any at a pharmacy, but that doesn't mean it's not there.

-James

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Invader XanSILVER Member
Your friendly neighbourhood mad scientist
479 posts
Location: Over the hills and far away, United Kingdom


Posted:
Unfortunately, Copper (anything) Chloride gives off nasty fumes. Think about a face mask. smile

At a pharmacy, look for rubbing alcohol. Try and avoid anything containing meths. Meths is poisonous.

If you don't mind doing the age verification dance, you can buy various chemicals from a lovely place called Skylighter. It's a pyrotechnic/fireworks hobby supplier. Some things can only be shipped within the US, but others can be shipped worldwide.

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