• 3holly3@lemmy.dbzer0.com
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    1 day ago

    Fun fact- The xenon bulbs used in continuous lighting such as projectors and followspots are pressurized at several atmospheres. Common safety measures when changing those bulbs out involve a kevlar suit and face shield reminiscent of a bomb squad suit.

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      20 hours ago

      Yup, and the sheer size of a projector is because 90% is shielding in case of a lamp explosion. The actual functional circuitry is about the size of a pi.

      The lamps also come in cages.