DBX‐1 – A Lead Free Replacement for Lead Azide
Abstract
Efforts directed towards creating new environmentally friendly replacements for existing primary explosives have resulted in development of copper(I) 5‐nitrotetrazolate (DBX‐1). The chemical and physical properties of this material have been extensively investigated and it appears that DBX‐1 is a suitable drop‐in replacement for lead azide in a variety of ordnance applications. DBX‐1 is easily prepared, has excellent thermal stability and has safety and performance properties which are equivalent to or exceed those for lead azide. A program to qualify DBX‐1 for military use per NAVSEAINST 8020.5C has recently been completed and data has been forwarded to NSWC‐IH for submission to Naval Sea Systems Command.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Pub Defense Publication
- Publication Date
- Dec 01, 2011
- Source ID
- 10.1002/prep.201100056
Entities
People
- Damon A. Parrish
- John W. Fronabarger
- Jon G. Bragg
- M. D. Williams
- Magdy Bichay
- William B. Sanborn
Organizations
- Office of Naval Research