WEIGHT

ran into a potential snag in terms of the weather balloon. An associate at the company said anything over 2 pounds would be pushing the maximum weight limit for the inexpensive balloon we previously thought we were purchasing. Anything over 6 or 7 pounds would definitely require a larger balloon, which can be upwards of $350, or require us to over inflate a smaller balloon causing it to burst early. The balloon I'm shooting for is 1000 grams, and costs 100 dollars. This balloon would support a five pound load, so that is what we should shoot for. The next step up is a balloon weighing 1600 grams and is around $200. obviously thats half our budget and isn't a possibility. We need to shoot for a 5 pound apparatus, and purchase the 1000 gram balloon. With that said if anyone knows the specs of a product that will be on the apparatus please respond to this post with those details. Weight is going to play an huge role in the outcome and quality of this project.