POWERMITE®
Document type: Tech Info
Categories: Construction, Metal, Packaged Explosives, Stone, Underground

POWERMITE POWERMITE PLUS
 Density a
 (g/cc) Avg 1.15 1.15
 Energy b
 (cal/g) 790 910
 (cal/cc) 910 1,050
 Relative Weight Strengthb 0.90 1.03
 Relative Bulk Strength b,c
 1.26 1.45
 Velocity d
 (m/s) 4,900 4,700 APPLICATION RECOMMENDATIONS
 (ft/s) 16,100 15,400 • Package diameter and type affect product density. Use cartridge count to determine
 actual explosive charge weight. Detonation Pressurec (Kbars) 69 63
 • POWERMITE will perform in temperatures from -20° to 50°C (-4°F to 122°F). Gas Volumea (moles/kg) 37 36
 • At internal product temperatures higher than -18° C (0° F) ALWAYS use a Dyno Nobel
 Fume Class NRCan1e high strength detonator or equivalent. At internal product temperatures below -18° C
 Shelf Life Maximum 1 year (from date of production) (0° F) and higher than -23° C (-10° F) use an 8 gm or larger case booster. For internal
 product temperatures below -23° C (-10° F) consult your Dyno Nobel representative
 Maximum Water Depth 30 m (100 ft) for the recommended cast booster size. Water Resistance Excellent • Use with detonating cord is not recommended. a
 Product density without package. • POWERMITE and POWERMITE PLUS product are not recommended for use with
 b
 All Dyno Nobel Inc. energy and gas volume values are calculated using PRODET™ the pneumatic loading equipment.

TECHNICAL DATA SHEET
POWERMITE ® PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Small Diameter Detonator Sensitive Emulsion POWERMITE and POWERMITE PLUS are detonator sensitive, high energy, water
 resistant, packaged emulsion explosives that are recommended for most underground
 drifting, quarry and construction blasting applications in medium rock types.
 SDS POWERMITE and POWERMITE PLUS are also recommended when blasting where
 Properties #1030 sulfide ore reactivity and/or sulfide ore dust explosion hazards exist.

hout package. • POWERMITE and POWERMITE PLUS product are not recommended for use with
 b
 All Dyno Nobel Inc. energy and gas volume values are calculated using PRODET™ the pneumatic loading equipment. Severe impact may degrade the emulsion quality and
 computer code developed by Dyno Nobel Inc. for its exclusive use. Other computer performance. For pneumatic loading POWERMITE SL is recommended. codes may give different values. • Emulsion explosives are susceptible to “dynamic shock” and may detonate at low
 c
 ANFO = 1.00 @ 0.82 g/cc. order or fail completely when applied in very wet conditions, where explosive charges
 d
 Unconfined @ 50 mm (2 in) diameter. or decks are closely spaced and/or where geological conditions promote this effect. e
 Approved by Natural Resources Canada as Fume Class 1.

Consult your Dyno Nobel representative for alternate product recommendations
 when these conditions exist.

Hazardous Shipping Description
 • Explosive, Blasting, Type E, 1.1D, UN 0241 II

Product Disclaimer: Please see reverse side.

TECHNICAL DATA SHEET
POWERMITE ® TRANSPORTATION, STORAGE AND HANDLING
 • POWERMITE products must be transported, stored, handled
Small Diameter Detonator Sensitive Emulsion and used in conformity with all applicable federal, state, provincial and local laws and
 regulations.
 • Packaged emulsions have a shelf life of one (1) year when stored at temperatures between
 Properties Cont. -18º C and 38º C (0º F and 100º F). 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
 Packaging = Paper Case Case Weight Net Explosive Weight
 Explosive Materials” packed inside each case ad the Safety Library Publications of the
 Quantity / Cartridge
 Diameter x Length Institute of Makers of Explosives.
 mm in kg lb kg lb
 32 x 200 1¼ x 8 109 18.2 40 0.17 0.37
 32 x 300 1¼ x 12 70 18.2 40 0.26 0.57
 32 x 400 1¼ x 16 57 18.2 40 0.32 0.71
 38 x 300 1½ x 12 51 18.2 40 0.36 0.79
 38 x 400 1½ x 16 38 18.2 40 0.48 1.06

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.

Packaging = Chub Net Explosive Packaging Details
 Powermite Powermite Powermite Case Case Weight
 Diameter x Length Powermite* Weight / Cartridge • Package diameter and type affect product
 Plus* SL* Canada* Quantity
 mm in kg lb kg lb density. Use cartridge count to determine
 actual explosive charge weight. All weights
 25 x 300 1 x 12 • • 120 18.2 40 0.15 0.33
 are approximate.
 25 x 400 1 x 16 • 90 18.2 40 0.20 0.44
 • POWERMITE is available in a wide variety
 28 x 400 1-1/8 x 16 • 64 18.2 40 0.29 0.63 of sizes. Custom sizes are subject to
 32 x 300 1-1/4 x 12 • 70 18.2 40 0.26 0.57 surcharge and may require longer than
 32 x 400 1-1/4 x 16 • • 54 18.6 41 0.34 0.75 usual lead times.
 38 x 300 1-1/2 x 12 • • 50 18.6 41 0.37 0.81 • Check with your Dyno Nobel representative
 should you have any questions.
 38 x 400 1-1/2 x 16 • • 37 18.2 40 0.49 1.08
 50 x 400 2 x 16 • • 18 17.3 38 0.96 2.12 Case Dimensions
 44 x 35 x 20 cm
 65 x 400 2-1/2 x 16 • 12 17.7 39 1.47 3.24 17-1/4 x 13-7/8 x 7-7/8 in
 * Formulations are available in all areas and in custom sizes. Refer to Packaging Details for more information.

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