How to Make a Pipe from a Soda Can

If you have something to smoke but no smoking tool except for a few soda cans, now is the time to get creative. With a bit of resourcefulness and effort, you can easily craft a basic pipe or even a more complicated water pipe. Follow Step 1 below to get started.

Find a soda can with a pull tab. You can use a 350ml soda can or a taller can. Make sure to finish the drink or beer in the can and rinse it clean with water. Let the can dry before proceeding.

Take a needle, sewing needle, or any sharp object. The next step is to puncture a hole right in the center of the can's body. You can use a pencil or a pen to make the hole.

• If you don't have anything suitable, consider cutting the can's top in half and using the sharp edge to create several small holes.

Create a thumb-sized indentation on the body of the can. Since you'll be placing the smoking item opposite the hole, select the side opposite the opening to make the indentation. Use your thumb to gently press and create a shallow groove.

Puncture several small holes. Use a needle, sewing needle, or another sharp object to make small holes where you created the indentation. The holes don’t need to be large, but the more you make, the better. Create a lot of small holes similar to a strainer.

Puncture a large hole on the side. Choose a spot where you can easily cover the hole with your finger while smoking, then use a pencil or pen to make a hole.

Remove the can's lid. Shake the lid back and forth until the metal connection weakens and breaks off. Be careful not to accidentally drop the lid inside the can.

Condition the pipe by heating the smoking area and the surrounding area. While there is no scientific evidence supporting this method, it is believed that heating helps to evaporate chemicals that coat the inside of the can before you use it for smoking. You can also rub off the paint around the indentation and nearby areas. This step will help remove most of the harmful substances that could vaporize while smoking. You can scrape the paint using the sharp object you used to make the holes, or sandpaper if available.

Use the pipe to smoke. Place the tobacco or other smoking product on the indented part, position your mouth over the can's opening, and use your thumb to cover the hole on the can’s body. Inhale to draw the smoke into the can and release your thumb from the hole as you start inhaling the smoke.

Be aware of health risks. Heating aluminum and inhaling the fumes is believed to be associated with Alzheimer’s and other neurological diseases. While it is difficult to heat aluminum to the point of evaporation with a regular lighter, it’s probably best not to underestimate this potential risk.

• Studies have not conclusively determined if aluminum causes Alzheimer’s. However, the plastic in paint and internal coatings may contain BPA, and we’re unsure whether heating and sanding completely remove this plastic. When burned and inhaled, it could increase the risk of cancer.
• The basic principle of the soda can pipe can also be used with common items like apples, potatoes, etc., which do not contain harmful chemicals like soda cans. You assume the risk when smoking in this way.

Gather the necessary materials. If you want to make a water pipe, you will need the following items:

• Two 350ml soda cans
• Tape
• Can opener
• Scissors
• Trumpet blower tube
• Water

Cắt bỏ hai đầu lon. Sau khi rửa sạch và phơi khô hai lon sô-đa 350ml, bạn sẽ sử dụng đồ mở lon để cắt bỏ hai đầu của một lon và lon thứ hai chỉ cắt bỏ đầu trên. Sử dụng đồ mở lon theo cách thường dùng để mở lon súp. Bây giờ, bạn đang có một ống trụ với hai đầu đã cắt bỏ và một lon không có đầu trên được dùng cho phần đáy tẩu.

Gấp cạnh sắc của đầu lon mà có hai đáy được cắt bỏ. Dùng băng keo dán lên cạnh sắc để đảm bảo không làm rách da khi tiếp xúc. Bạn sẽ kê miệng vào đầu lon này.

Đâm một lỗ trên thân lon dùng làm đáy. Trên phần thân của lon này, bạn sẽ đâm một lỗ đủ lớn để khớp vừa với ống thổi kèn trumpet hoặc bất kỳ thứ gì bạn muốn dùng để đưa sản phẩm hút vào.

• Cố gắng làm tròn mép lỗ bạn vừa đâm. Bạn có thể dán nhiều lớp băng keo lên đó.

Gắn ống thổi vào lỗ. Kết nối ống thối với lỗ bằng băng keo. Cẩn thận dán nhiều lớp băng keo để gắn chặt ống thổi vào lỗ.

Gắn phần ống trụ lên trên phần đáy. Dán băng keo để nối hai lon với nhau và tạo ra một buồng tẩu nước hoàn chỉnh.

Fill the pipe with water. Add enough water to the pipe so that the water level is slightly above the blower tube.

Smoke using the water pipe. Place the smoking product into the blower tube and inhale through the top of the can. When the chamber is filled with smoke, remove the blower tube when you want to inhale the remaining smoke.