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Old 02-20-2008 | 05:10 PM
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i was wondering if any of you guys knew a formula to find knetic energy if so please post thanks
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Old 02-20-2008 | 07:03 PM
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Here you go.

velocity x velocity x total arrow weight (in grains) divided by 450,240

In addition, here's a basic guide for ke






KE

Hunting Usage

< 25 ft. lbs.
Small Game

25-41 ft. lbs.
Medium Game (deer, antelope, etc.)

42-65 ft. lbs.
Large Game (elk, black bear, wild boar, etc.)

> 65 ft. lbs.
Toughest Game (Cape Buffalo, Grizzly, etc.)
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Old 02-20-2008 | 07:03 PM
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The formula for kinetic energy is: one-half times mass times velocity times velocity. Watch the units, though!




Edit: oops, similar post to the one just posted. sorry.
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Old 02-20-2008 | 08:27 PM
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Goldtip has a KE calculator on their website all you have to do is enter your speed and arrow weight and it does the rest for you. They also have a FOC calculator if you interested.
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Old 02-20-2008 | 08:42 PM
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As a "rule of thumb", it is usually very close to the draw weight of your compound bow - a little higher for heavy arrows and a little less for lighter arrows.
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Old 02-21-2008 | 03:32 AM
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Dave,

If you haven't found the brass inserts yet? Lancaster Archery Supply carries them. www.lancasterarchery.com
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Old 02-21-2008 | 05:57 AM
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Here's a good one!
http://www.bowhuntinginfo.com/KineticEnergyNew.htm

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Old 02-21-2008 | 07:12 AM
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or here: (All sorts of ballistics calculators)

www.bowjackson.com
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