DX1004 (Emulsion Primer)
Document type: Tech Info
Categories: Packaged Explosives

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TECHNICAL DATA SHEET
DX1004 (EMULSION PRIMER) PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
 DX1004 is an emulsion explosive specifically designed for
 use as an alternative primer. It is designed to handle a broad range of temperature
 environments and has excellent water resistance. DX1004 has excellent sensitivity,
 even at cold temperatures, a moderately high rate of detonation and it does not contain
 SDS
 Properties #1030
 perchlorates or molecular explosive ingredients.

Packaging - Chub
 Net Explosive Net Explosive TRANSPORTATION. STORAGE AND HANDLING
 Diameter x Length Case Weight* Weight • DX1004 must be transported, stored, handled and used in conformity with all applicable
 Quantity
 mm in kg lbs kg lbs federal, state, provincial and local laws and regulations.

75 x 200 3x8 16 16.7 37 1.04 2.29 • Under typical storage and transport temperatures, DX1004 has a minimum shelf-life of
 12 months from date of manufacture. Under ideal storage conditions (-20°C to +20°C),
 Note: All weights are Approximate DX1004 will maintain critical performance properties for many years. Explosive inventory
 ** Add two pounds for Gross Case Weight should always be rotated by using the oldest materials first. Consult with your Dyno
 Nobel representative if you need assistance in verifying quality of old product. For
 Hazardous Shipping Description recommended good practices in transporting, storing, handling and using this product,
 Explosive, Blasting, Type E, 1.1D, UN 0241
 see the booklet “Prevention of Accidents in the Use of Explosive Materials” packed inside
 Hazardous Shipping Description each case and the Safety Library publications of the Institute of Makers of Explosives.
 Explosive, Blasting, Type B, 1.5D, UN 0331, OR
 Ammonium Nitrate, Fuel Oil Mixture, 1.5D, NA 0331

Density (g/cc) 1.16 APPLICATION RECOMMENDATIONS
 Energy (cal/g)
 a
 1,000 • DX1004 is an excellent primer for Dynomix (ANFO) and Dynomix WR (WR ANFO).
 DX1004 is also recommended for use as a primer for Heavy ANFO products, Emulsion/
 Velocity (m/sec)
 b
 5,300 ANFO blends and sensitized emulsion products.
 (ft/sec) 17,400 • Minimum recommended diameter of DX1004 for use as a primer is 3 inches. Consult
 Detonation Pressureb (kbar) 95 with your Dyno Nobel representative if a smaller diameter primer is desired for a
 specific application.
 Gas Volumea (moles/kg) 35.6
 • Recommended temperature range is -20°C to 65°C (0°F to 150°F). For temperatures
 Water Resistance Excellent below -20°C (0°F), a sleep (warm-up) time of at least 2 hours is recommended before
 a
 All Dyno Nobel Inc. energy and gas volume values are calculated using PRODET™ the detonation. Alternatively, a 10 g Stinger can be used to more reliably initiate the DX1004
 computer code developed by Dyno Nobel Inc. for its exclusive use. Other computer primer down to -40°C (-40°F).
 codes may give different values. • ALWAYS half-hitch or tape the leg wires or use other appropriate measures to secure
 b
 Confined 75 mm diameter the detonator to the charge.