BLASTGEL® 1000
Document type: Tech Info
Categories: Construction, Packaged Explosives, Stone

TECHNICAL DATA SHEET
BLASTGEL®1000
Large Diameter Packaged Booster Sensitive Emulsion
 Product Description
 BLASTGEL 1000 is a large diameter, booster sensitive, water resistant, perchlorate-
 SDS free packaged emulsion explosive specifically formulated to provide cost effective,
 Properties #1163 general blasting performance in open pit, quarry and construction blasting applications. BLASTGEL 1000 is packaged in tough, easy-to-handle shot bags that consist of a
 1000 (US only) rugged polyethylene liner surrounded by a woven polypropylene outer package in
 various diameters. Density (g/cc) Avg 1.19 - 1.21
 Energya (cal/g) 635 BLASTGEL 1000 is an excellent choice as the complete explosive load in wet holes
 (cal/cc) 760 with a loading density which is ideal for sinking in wet holes. It can also be used as a
 Relative Weight Strengtha,b 0.72 partial explosive load after which bulk ANFO can be loaded to complete the explosive
 charge. Relative Bulk Strengtha,b 1.06
 Velocityc (m/s) 5,600 Application Recommendations
 (ft/s) 18,375 • ALWAYS use a 340 g (12 oz) or larger cast booster at internal product temperatures
 higher than -18ºC (0º F). Detonation Pressurec (Kbars) 94
 • ALWAYS use a 454 g (16 oz) or larger cast booster at internal product temperatures
 Water Resistance Excellent below -18°C (0°F).

eratures
 higher than -18ºC (0º F). Detonation Pressurec (Kbars) 94
 • ALWAYS use a 454 g (16 oz) or larger cast booster at internal product temperatures
 Water Resistance Excellent below -18°C (0°F). At internal product temperatures below -18°C (0°F), adequate
 Gas Volumea (moles/kg) 44 product warm-up time must be allowed after loading into boreholes and before
 initiation. Fume Class Not for underground use
 • NEVER use or store product below -25°C (-13°F)
 Shelf Life Maximum 6 months from date of production • ALWAYS ensure continuous column loading with all shot bags in contact with either
 Maximum Water Depth 45 m (150 ft) a primer or one another. For column lengths in excess of 9 m (30 ft) or whenever
 column separation is suspected, multiple priming is recommended. • ALWAYS use a cast primer in contact with each 76 mm and 83 mm diameter
 a
 All Dyno Nobel Inc. energy and gas volume values are calculated using PRODET™ the
 bag or ensure internal product temperature is higher than 5°C (41°F) to overcome
 computer code developed by Dyno Nobel Inc. for its exclusive use. Other computer
 potential
 codes may give different values. b
 ANFO = 1.00 @ 0.82 g/cc
 c
 Unconfined @ 125 mm (5 in) diameter
 d
 Product is manufactured at a slightly different density to respond to U.S. and Canadian
 market needs.

Hazardous Shipping Description
 Explosive, Blasting, Type E, 1.5D, UN 0332 II

Product Disclaimer: Please see reverse side.

TECHNICAL DATA SHEET
BLASTGEL®1000 • lack of adequate charge coupling and ensure reliable bag-
Large Diameter Packaged Booster Sensitive Emulsion to-bag propagation in small diameters. Alternate methods to ensure reliable bag-to-
 bag coupling may be acceptable. Please consult your Dyno Nobel representative
 for details. Packaging:
 • Use with detonating cord is not recommended. • In wet holes where BLASTGEL 1000 is used to build the explosive column above
 US Only Size and out of water, once the column is above the water level, ALWAYS load one
 SAP Mat. #
 Formulation English Metric additional cartridge before loading bulk ANFO. Slit the package with a knife near its
 QD30025008 BLASTGEL 1000 2.5 in x 8 lb 64 mm x 3.6 kg top before loading to minimize ANFO contact with water. • Emulsion explosives are susceptible to “dynamic shock” and may detonate at low
 QD30030010 BLASTGEL 1000 3 in x 10 lb 75 mm x 4.5 kg
 order or fail completely when applied in very wet conditions, where explosive charges
 QD30035015 BLASTGEL 1000 3.5 in x 15 lb 90 mm x 6.8 kg or decks are closely spaced and/or where geological conditions promote this effect. QD30040020 BLASTGEL 1000 4 in x 20 lb 100 mm x 9 kg Consult your Dyno Nobel representative for alternate product recommendations
 QD30045025 BLASTGEL 1000 4.5 in x 25 lb 114 mm x 11.3 kg when these conditions exist.

oximate three (3) months should be inspected prior to use. Consult your local Dyno Nobel
 representative for guidance. 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.

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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.

TGEL 1000 4 in x 20 lb 100 mm x 9 kg Consult your Dyno Nobel representative for alternate product recommendations
 QD30045025 BLASTGEL 1000 4.5 in x 25 lb 114 mm x 11.3 kg when these conditions exist. QD30050030 BLASTGEL 1000 5 in x 30 lb 127 mm x 13.6 kg
 Transportation, Storage and Handling
 QD30055035 BLASTGEL 1000 5.5 in x 35 lb 140 mm x 15.9 kg • BLASTGEL 1000 must be transported, stored, handled and used in conformity with
 QD30060040 BLASTGEL 1000 6 in x 40 lb 152 mm x 18 kg all applicable federal, state, provincial and local laws and regulations. QD30065045 BLASTGEL 1000 6.5 in x 45 lb 165 mm x 20.4 kg • BLASTGEL 1000 has a shelf life of three (3) months minimum when stored at
 temperatures between -18ºC and 38ºC (0ºF and 100ºF). Extended storage below
 QD30070050 BLASTGEL 1000 7 in x 50 lb 177 mm x 22.7 kg
 -18C can adversely effect performance and reliability of BLASTGEL 1000. Consult
 your Dyno Nobel representative for more information on extreme cold temperature
 storage. • BLASTGEL 1000 emulsion explosives with a manufactured date exceeding
Note: All weights are approximate three (3) months should be inspected prior to use. Consult your local Dyno Nobel
 representative for guidance. Explosive inventory should be rotated. Avoid using
 new materials before the old.