Cast Primers
Primers or boosters, are designed to accommodate one or two detonators and / or detonating cord for the initiation of a column of explosives. They are strongly recommended for the initiation of Emugel 1 & 2 and essential for the initiation of ANFO and Kemex bulk emulsion.
Cast Primers and Boosters have high strength with high density and good water resistance.
| DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 59mm |
| Length | 114mm |
| Weight | 454g |
| Detonator Well Depth | 92mm |
| CHARACTERISTICS | |
|---|---|
| Velocity of Detonation | >7300 mps |
| Density | 1.6g/cc |
| Detonation Pressure | 214 Kilobars |
| Detonator Sensitivity | No. 6 strength |
| Minimum detonating cord sensitivity | 3.8g/m |
| UN classification | 1.1D |
| UN Number | UN0042 |
