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Ammonit

Ammonit is powder form explosive based on ammonium nitrate and trinitrotoluene. It doesn’t contain nitroglycerine or nitroglycol or toxic substances like dinitrotoluene. The high content of trinitrotoluene ensures reliable initiation and better sensitivity in comparison with AN-FO.

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Description

Application

Ammonit is relatively low cost explosive, suitable for use in small and medium diameter drill holes. It is used extensively in quarries and construction works where soft or rocks of medium degree of hardness exist. Because of the lack of nitroglycerine or nitroglycol, they are safer in use. Powder explosives are sensitive to moisture and is not recommended for use in wet conditions. It can be initiated by a No.8 plain detonator.

Packaging

Ammonit is delivered in plastic film cartridges.

All cartridges are placed in corrugated board cases of 25 Kg net weight.

Cartridge dimensions (mm) Cartridge weight (gr) Number of cartridges/box
20×500 160 150
28×275 195 126
38×400 510 49
50×520 1.000 25
60×450 1.250 20
65×450 1.560 16
80×520 2.780 9

Storage

Ammonit should be handled, stored and used according to the national laws and regulations. It should be stored in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place. Storage up to+40oC is safe.

Ammonit is sensitive to moisture.

Provided that storage conditions are appropriate, it is recommended to use Ammonit within 12 months.

Product shelf life expansion can be verified after examined by the supplier.

Classification

Commercial Name: Ammonit

Technical Name: Explosive, blasting, type Β

UN-number: 0082

Division/Compatibility Group: 1.1D

Additional information

Trinitrotoluene content

18%

Density

0.98 – 1.08 gr./cm3

Relative weight strength

72%

Velocity of detonation

4.200 m/sec

Strength (Trauzl lead block test)

340 ml

Brisance (Hess test)

14 mm

Gap sensitivity

30 mm

Energy of explosion

1000 Kcal/Kg

Gas volume

900 Lt./Kg

Explosion temperature

2930 °C

Oxygen balance

+1.0%

Friction sensitivity

>216N

Impact sensitivity

>20J

Permitted deviation to the above specifications

5%