Make a metal detector from a calculator and radio

Make a metal detector from a calculator and radio

Like looking for lost treasure? There's no need to break the bank for a high-end metal detector — just dig through your junk drawer! In this video tutorial, KipKay shows you how to make a metal detector from a calculator, an AM or FM radio, a standard CD case, and some velcro. That's it. Your very own metal detector.

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Creator's Site: www.kipkay.com
Curated By: rmansur
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MickyC (3) 1 year ago
haha very good, but you should of did instructions for a handle or something. also interesting fact at the end :)
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Magician 1 year ago
Handle? Just place the gizmo in a shopping bag with a long strap handle....sorted.. excellent idea and fun to make...
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ria2h 1 year ago
lol i think hes reading the manual from the MAKE magazine :p
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Amie (10) 1 year ago
possibly, since he's on make's tv show
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WonderDude Mike (59) 11 months ago
What is the science behind this?
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doghell 9 months ago
Super cool thing, and tried to function perfectly!
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ken joint 5 months ago
Looks good, will try later
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flash1322 (-3) 5 months ago
omg kip kay is now on how cast
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downloadkiller 5 months ago
#$%@ing cool trick
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Techsid 2 months ago
I really find this site very interesting ... & innovative
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