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--- guides:sealing_the_balloon [2011/05/19 12:40] – [Step by Step Example (by RocketBoy)] rocketboy
+++ guides:sealing_the_balloon [2012/03/18 19:33] (current) – [Equipment] rocketboy
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 ====== Sealing The Balloon ======
 ===== Equipment =====
-  * Totex Balloon
+  * Balloon
   * string/cord
   * cable ties
   * payload cord
+  * Duct Tape
+  * [[guides:Fill Tube]]
 ===== Method =====
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 ) Its also a good idea to duct tape the neck on as well - it adds a further seal and some more security against accidental release. put a tab on the end of the tape to make it easy to get off.
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 ) OK - now fill the balloon. Weights are normally tied to the fill tube - such that when the balloon starts to lift the weights off the ground the right amount of fill has been achieved. When its full enough tie off the neck with a couple of cable ties and clip off the ends.
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-) Finally tape over with some duct tape - this adds more security - and stops and pointy bits on the ties poking out to make a smooth place to hold the balloon by.  Job done!
+) Finally tape over with some duct tape - this adds more security - and stops and pointy bits on the ties poking out to make a smooth place to hold the balloon by.
+Job done!
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