Normal Lead Styphnate Suitable for Australian Production of Low Sensitivity CC Primers

Abstract

Normal lead styphnate types RD1302, RD1303M and RD1367 were assessed for their suitability for production and use in Australian manufactured low sensitivity CC primers. Recommendation was made that type RD1302 should be used. The sensitivity penalty incurred by using small particle size lead styphnate has been demonstrated. Pilot lot production of primers at MFF St Marys using selected production RD1302 has verified suitability for the intended application.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Sep 01, 1987
Accession Number
ADA188521

Entities

People

  • L. D. Redman
  • R. J. Spear
  • V. Nanut

Organizations

  • Defence Science and Technology Group

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Energy and Power Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Acetic Acid
  • Acids
  • Chemical Compounds
  • Chemical Synthesis
  • Chemistry
  • Computer Programs
  • Materials
  • Mixing
  • Nitric Acid
  • Particle Size
  • Particles
  • Performance Tests
  • Production
  • Sensitivity
  • Styphnates
  • Styphnic Acids
  • Water

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