ABS canister weight
- Thread starter Snowmaker
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mine says 584.4 grams..but every one is slightly different..but that will get you in the ballpark...
If I remember right they are almost half the weight when empty..so yours should be fine....
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EricW
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The weight of your canister when it shipped should be printed on it or on a label. I think the rule is that it is OK to be up to 10% less than original weight but more than that it should be sent back. I would want to be sure it was good to go. Have a good one. EW
The cartridge can be checked by unscrewing the safety cap and checking the little sealing disc. If the cartridge has been pierced it will be easily visible. However, the possibility that the cartridge may not have a proper seal cannot be disregarded. The cartridge is under immense pressure. A hairline fracture, a defect seal or thread could cause a leak or loss in pressure and therefore the apparatus would malfunction It is therefore a must to always check the cartridge before use. This is only possible by comparing the weight. Each cartridge shows the weight on the cap. By re-weighing it can be checked quite easily. Should the weight differ by more than 5g, the cartridge should not be used. The company will issue a replacement free of charge. With the trigger handle of the dual system the pin, which attaches to the pressurized hose must be affixed tightly. This can be checked by pulling slightly with your fingers. Most importantly a red band on the pin should not be visible as it is an indicator that the handle has already been activated. Attention! Do not under any circumstances pull out the pin with pliers or your teeth. This could have serious consequences.
Both of my cartridges for my Mono Bag have a label on the bottom that has the weight printed on it.
