PRIMACORD
Detonating Cord
Technical Information
Properties
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MSDS #1126
Product Description PRIMACORD detonating cords are flexible linear explosives with a core of PETN explosive encased in a textile outer jacket. PRIMACORD detonating cord detonates along its entire length at a velocity of approximately 7,000 m/s (23,000 ft/s). PRIMACORD detonating cords are designed for use as trunklines and/or downlines in various mining, quarrying and construction applications. Application Recommendations ALWAYS cut detonating cord with a sharp, non-sparking knife. NEVER attempt to cut detonating cords by abrasion or with a blow from a sharp or blunt object. ALWAYS use square knots to extend/join detonating cords that will propagate selfto-self. When connecting downlines to trunklines, always use a clove hitch knot and keep incoming and outgoing cords at right angles to avoid possibility of cut-offs. NEVER join PRIMACORD 1, 2 and 3 together with knots because it will not propagate self-to-self. ALWAYS use a detonating cord product, such as PRIMACORD 4Y or 4R or detonating cord with a greater explosive coreload as a trunkline to initiate PRIMACORD 1, 2 or 3.
ALWAYS use a double wrap clove hitch knot to connect PRIMACORD 1, 2 and 3 detonating cord to the trunkline cord. NEVER allow trunklines and/or downlines to cross. Minimum recommended initiating detonator is a No. 8 strength. Minimum recommended cord initiator is a 3.6 g/m (18 gr/ft) detonating cord, such as PRIMACORD 4Y or 4R, or another detonating cord with an equal or greater explosive coreload. Transportation, Storage and Handling PRIMACORD must be transported, stored, handled and used in conformity with all federal, state, provincial and local laws and regulations. For maximum shelf life (5 years), PRIMACORD must be stored in a cool, dry, well ventilated magazine. Explosive inventory should be rotated. Avoid using new materials before the old. For recommended good practices in transporting, storing, handling and using this product, see the booklet Prevention of Accidents in the Use of Explosive Materials packed inside each case and the Safety Library publications of the Institute of Makers of Explosives. Hazardous Shipping Description Cord, Detonating, 1.1D, UN 0065, II EX 1992020035
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PRIMACORD
Packaging
PETN Coreload g/m PRIMACORD 1 PRIMACORD 2.5 PRIMACORD 3 PRIMACORD 4Y PRIMACORD 4R* PRIMACORD 5 PRIMACORD 8 PRIMACORD 10 * Pull-out Box NOTE: Higher coreload detonating cords are available. Please contact your Dyno Nobel representative for details. 1.5 2.4 3.2 3.6 3.6 5.3 8.5 10.8 gr/ft 7.5 12.5 15 18 18 25 40 50 Outside Diameter mm 3.18 2.8 3.66 3.61 3.61 3.99 4.47 4.70 in 0.125 0.110 0.144 0.142 0.142 0.157 0.176 0.185 Tensile Strength kg 68 27 113 68 68 68 90 90 lbs 150 60 250 150 150 150 200 200 Yellow / 5 Black Orange / 4 Black Red / 1 Black & 1 White Yellow / 1 Black Red Red / 1 Black Red / 2 Black Yellow / 2 Black Product Color / Counter Weight / Case kg 9 12 13 6 4 11 11 12 lbs 20 25 29 14 8 25 24 27 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2
Technical Information
Spools / case Length / Spool m 610 610 610 305 610 458 305 305 ft 2000 2000 2000 1000 2000 1500 1000 1000 Net Explosives Content (NEC) / 1000 ft kg 0.5100 0.8117 1.0200 1.2200 1.2200 1.7000 2.7200 3.4000 lbs 1.0720 1.7857 2.1440 2.5720 2.5720 3.5730 5.7160 7.1450
Product Disclaimer
Dyno Nobel Inc. and its subsidiaries disclaim any warranties with respect to this product, the safety or suitability thereof, or the results to be obtained, whether express or implied, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND/OR OTHER WARRANTY. Buyers and users assume all risk, responsibility and liability whatsoever from any and all injuries (including death), losses, or damages to persons or property arising from the use of this product. Under no circumstances shall Dyno Nobel Inc. or any of its subsidiaries be liable for special, consequential or incidental damages or for anticipated loss of profits.
Dyno Nobel Inc.
2795 East Cottonwood Parkway, Suite 500, Salt Lake City, Utah 84121 USA Phone 800-732-7534 Fax 801-328-6452 Web www.dynonobel.com
