Develop Processes for the Recovery of Explosive Scrap
Abstract
Processes have been developed for the recovery of RDX from RDX composition A and RDX and TNT from RDX Composition B. In the case of RDX Composition A, the wax was extracted by means of benzene. This was accomplished by a batch process and by continuous extraction in a Soxhlet apparatus. The RDX was recovered in satisfactory yields and complied with the applicable specification. The procedure for RDX Composition B involved extracting the wax with heptane, followed by extraction of the TNT with benzene. This separation was also accomplished by either a batch or a continuous extraction process conducted in a Soxhlet apparatus. The RDX was recovered in suitable yield and complied with the specification requirements. The TNT was recovered in satisfactory yield and complied with the requirements for Grade II TNT. Should the wax be omitted from the RDX Composition B in accordance with a recent recommendation, the extraction with heptane would not be necessary. It is recommended that the procedures developed in this investigation be studied on a semi-plant scale with both RDX Composition A and RDX Composition B.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 13, 1943
- Accession Number
- AD0495021
Entities
People
- F. R. Benson
Organizations
- Picatinny Arsenal