Have you ever made fire starters from parafin wax and dryer lint? It works great! I make 1/2"x1/2" or so cubes. Just take a wad of lint, dip it into wax and shape with your hand.
I'll try to get my hands on one of those lenses. I'm out on medical leave at the moment, so it may not be until August or so. But, check out this video if you want to REALLY burn some stuff with a fresnel lens!
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I love this guy's channel. I show stuff from it in my classroom from time to time. Nothing like application for learning. Fire helps, too. :applause:
I'll try to get my hands on one of those lenses. I'm out on medical leave at the moment, so it may not be until August or so. But, check out this video if you want to REALLY burn some stuff with a fresnel lens!
In action:
How to:
I love this guy's channel. I show stuff from it in my classroom from time to time. Nothing like application for learning. Fire helps, too. :applause: