TROJAN® GEOPRIME® dBX®
Document type: Tech Info
Categories: Cast Boosters, Seismic

SDS
 Properties #1145
 Energya (cal/g) 1,880
 Gas Volumea (moles/kg) 20.5 Product Description
 Velocityc (m/sec) 7,300 TROJAN GEOPRIME dBX is a high energy, high performance pentolite seismic
 (ft/sec) 23,950 explosive researched and engineered to increase elastic waves through improved
 coupling between the explosive energy and the earth. In a new approach to
 Detonation Pressurec (Kbars) 227 explosives application in geophysical exploration, TROJAN GEOPRIME dBX offers
 Density (g/cc) 1.70 high detonation velocity and superior low post-detonation gas production. TROJAN
 Water Resistance Excellent (up to 250 psi) GEOPRIME dBX produces improved seismic energy across the usable bandwidth for
 superior final stack data as well as improved signal-to-noise ratios as well as providing
 consistent energy release in all extreme seismic environments. The specialized
 design of the TROJAN GEOPRIME dBX plastic shell allows charge weight to be
 varied, as needed, by screwing the shells together. Designed by geophysicists and
 a
 All Dyno Nobel Inc. energy and gas volume values are calculated using PRODET™, the
 computer code developed by Dyno Nobel Inc. for its exclusive use. Other computer codes Dyno Nobel explosives engineers, TROJAN GEOPRIME dBX is the next generation
 may give different values. of seismic explosives. c
 Unconfined 57 mm diameter x 2 kg charge.

y of the package. recommended to minimize environmental issues with abandoned charges. • NEVER drop load explosive into a borehole. • NEVER attempt to dislodge explosives by pushing with a drill stem. USE CAUTION WHEN SLEEP TIME IS ANTICIPATED
 • NEVER unshunt electric detonators prior to use except to test with A loaded hole that is not shot immediately after the detonator tests
 blasting galvanometer. positive with a ShotPoint Tracker™ or other testing device could fail
 • ALWAYS shunt electric detonators and/or the blast circuit after
 testing and keep shunted until connected to blasting machine. for reasons beyond the control of the drill crew and product manu-
 • NEVER use detonating cord to prime TROJAN GEOPRIME dBX. facturer. Reasons for failure could include but are not limited to
 • ALWAYS ask if you don’t know before proceeding. geologic shifting, lightning, vandalism, farmer or animal interference.

Hazardous Shipping Description
 Boosters, 1.1D, UN 0042
 Product Disclaimer: Please see reverse side.

ive use. Other computer codes Dyno Nobel explosives engineers, TROJAN GEOPRIME dBX is the next generation
 may give different values. of seismic explosives. c
 Unconfined 57 mm diameter x 2 kg charge. Application Recommendations
 • NEVER use Dyno Nobel seismic explosive products and/or components with
 IMPORTANT! explosive products and/or components made by other manufacturers. Ignoring these warnings may result in injury or death! • ALWAYS use Dyno Nobel’s high strength seismic detonator for optimum results. • ALWAYS exercise extreme caution when approaching a shothole • Recommended temperature range is -40º C to 65º C (-40º F to 150º F). TROJAN
 that has not vented. Venting gases after detonation are common. GEOPRIME dBX is unaffected by extremely low temperatures but detonators
 BLOWOUTS CAN INJURE OR KILL. produce less energy below -40º C (-40º F). • NEVER attempt to alter the product by cutting, sawing or • ALWAYS use built-in cap wells for seismic detonators. Two detonators are
 disassembly of the package. recommended to minimize environmental issues with abandoned charges. • NEVER drop load explosive into a borehole. • NEVER attempt to dislodge explosives by pushing with a drill stem.

TECHNICAL DATA SHEET
TROJAN®GEOPRIME® dBX®
High Performance Pentolite Premium Seismic Energy Source

TECHNICAL DATA SHEET
Application Recommendations (continued) Undetonated Explosives
• ALWAYS use two Dyno Nobel high strength detonators. A broken wire is the primary • Dyno Nobel’s policy is to provide the highest quality and most
 cause of abandoned seismic charges so protect your investment, increase performance reliable explosives products and initiation systems possible for seismic exploration. To assure
 and minimize liability. Require all personnel who handle or come into contact with explosive our customers of the best commercial explosive products, Dyno Nobel has implemented
 materials to be fully trained in the proper storage, handling and use of explosive products. manufacturing processes and controls. Dyno Nobel recommends the use of two Electric Super
 Seismic detonators. A broken detonator leg wire is the prime cause of undetonated seismic
• TROJAN GEOPRIME dBX maximum water depth is limited by the initiation system used. charges. Protect your investment in seismic exploration by requiring training on the proper
• NEVER use TROJAN GEOPRIME dBX with detonating cord. Misfires may result. use of explosive materials for all who handle, use or have contact with explosive materials.

requiring training on the proper
• NEVER use TROJAN GEOPRIME dBX with detonating cord. Misfires may result. use of explosive materials for all who handle, use or have contact with explosive materials. Transportation, Storage and Handling
 • The user of this product (or any other explosive product) should not abandon undetonated
• TROJAN GEOPRIME dBX must be transported, stored, handled and used in conformity
 charges in the ground. Abandoning undetonated charges constitutes misuse of the product
 with all applicable federal, state, provincial and local laws and regulations. Stock should
 be rotated. Use older stock first. For recommended good practices in transporting, storing, for which Dyno Nobel and its subsidiaries are not responsible. handling and using this product, see the booklet “Prevention of Accidents in the Use of Bioremediation Technology
 Explosive Materials” packed inside each case and the Safety Library Publications of the The Ensign-Bickford Company developed and patented the bioremediation technology
 Institute of Makers of Explosives. As with all high explosives, cool, dry, well ventilated which involves casting millions of freeze-dried microorganisms (along with nutrients for those
 storage is recommended. microorganisms) directly into the TROJAN GEOPRIME dBX seismic booster during production.

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 Package Case Count Case Dimensions
 Part Number* Nominal Unit Size Style Units per Case Gross Case Weight Centimeters Inches
 DB0165 36 mm (1.43 in) x .165 kg (0.36 lb) Paper 95 17.0 kg / 37.4 lb 42 x 33 x 14 16.5 x 13.25 x 5.5
 DB0250 41 mm (1.6 in) x .25 kg (0.55 lb) Paper 72 18.7 kg / 41.3 lb 42 x 33 x 14 16.5 x 13.25 x 5.5
 DB0500 57 mm (2.3 in) x 0.5 kg (1.1 lb) Plastic 30 20.0 kg / 44.0 lb 85.75 x 32.4 x 12.7 33.75 x 12.75 x 5
 DB1000 57 mm (2.3 in) x 1.0 kg (2.2 lb) Plastic 20 22.6 kg / 49.9 lb 85.75 x 32.4 x 12.7 33.75 x 12.75 x 5
 DB2000 57 mm (2.3 in) x 2.0 kg (4.4 lb) Plastic 10 21.2 kg / 46.7 lb 71.15 x 32.4 x 12.7 28 x 12.75 x 5
 DB2500 57 mm (2.3 in) x 2.5 kg (5.5 lb) Plastic 10 26.2 kg / 57.8 lb 85.75 x 32.4 x 12.7 33.75 x 12.75 x 5

* For Canadian part numbers, add a “C” at the end (i.e., DB0500C)

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volves casting millions of freeze-dried microorganisms (along with nutrients for those
 storage is recommended. microorganisms) directly into the TROJAN GEOPRIME dBX seismic booster during production. • TROJAN GEOPRIME dBX has a substantially unlimited shelf life when stored between When these naturally occurring organisms are submerged in water, they become activated,
 -40ºC and 38º C (-40º F and 100º F) provided the product has not been submerged in as designed, and begin to slowly biotransform the undetonated TROJAN GEOPRIME dBX. water. Product older than five years old should be inspected by a qualified Dyno Nobel When the biotransformation is complete, the compounds are no longer explosive. Complete and
 representative prior to use. continuous submersion in water is required to sustain the bioremediation process. In addition, the
 Packaging process is dependent on various other factors and environmental conditions. For these reasons,
 TROJAN GEOPRIME dBX is packaged in highly visible plastic cartridges with Dyno Nobel makes no claim as to the effectiveness of the biotransformation process or the
 positive coupling available where increased charge weights are desired. duration of time required to complete.