The AC-10 air cannon is designed to shoot a column of liquid or dry media up to 10m into the air. The explosive force is created by compressed air.
Variations
Back Stage technologies Air Cannons are available in multiple configurations and shot sizes. The smallest shot is 100mm x 300mm to our largest at 250mm x 2500mm. By varying the media and air pressure different heights can be achieved. Tank sizes vary from 5 litres to 250 litres. Operational pressures range from 1 to 10 Bar.
Construction
All BST air cannons are manufactured from stainless steel so will not rust in wet conditions. Depending on the media, some components will be changed to brass or bronze to avoid corrosion. All submergible air cannons are made from 316 stainless steel for continued, fault-free, operation. Larger air cannons utilise our specialist “shuttle” valve which is designed to give a quicker response than standard valves. The “shuttle” valve is cast from aluminium and designed for millions of trouble-free operations. These valves are available in 2, 4 and 6 inch orifice.
Operation
Individual units can be used to create a single explosion or multiple units can be fired in sequence to create strafing runs. Submerged cannons will automatically refill although land-based units will require an auto-fill system if they are not filled by hand. Cannons are fired by a momentary, low voltage, signal typically 24V DC although variations are available to order (mains voltage, DMX, contact closure etc.) These effects can be dangerous so are only sold to competent users who have experience in these types of effects.
Applications
The air cannon is normally used under water to create a simulated explosion although they can be used on land to fire confetti, streamers, Fuller earth and other debris for explosion simulation. Specialist cannons are available to fire flammable gases or shoot liquids more than 30m – enquire for details.