NONEL® MS Series — Tech Info
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Categories: Nonelectric Initiation

Technical
NONEL MS Series Information

Properties
 Period / Delay Time Period / Delay Time
 J-Hook Colour J-Hook Colour
 (msec) (msec)
 1 / 25 Red 15 /375 Crimson
 2 / 50 Blue 16 / 400 Yellow
 3 / 75 Brown 17 / 425 Dark Blue
 4 / 100 Orange 18 / 450 Green
 5 / 125 Aqua 19 / 475 Orange
 6 / 150 Gold 20 / 500 White
 7 / 175 Lime Green 21 / 550 Dark Red
 8 / 200 Pink 22 / 600 Grey
Product Description 9 / 225 Black 23 / 650 Black
NONEL nonelectric delay detonator MS units consist of a length of red shock tube 10 / 250 Purple 24 / 700 Dark Brown
with a High Strength detonator attached to one end and the other end sealed. A J- 11 / 275 Light Blue 25 / 750 Red
Hook displaying the nominal time prominently is affixed near the sealed end, 12 / 300 Dark Green 26 / 800 Blue
providing easy means of connection to detonating cord. 13 / 325 Mauve 27 / 900 Brown
NONEL MS is designed to provide in-hole time for underground and surface blast 14 / 350 Mustard 28 / 1000 Orange
applications in the mining, quarry and construction industries and can be used in
combination with a detonating cord trunkline and NONEL MS Connectors™, Hazardous Shipping Description
NONEL EZTL™, detonators for maximum timing flexibility. Detonator assemblies, Non-electric, 1.1B , UN0 360

Features and Benefits
 Packaging
The NONEL MS detonator provides increased water resistance in blasting
applications where saturated ground conditions exist. The shock tube exhibits Length Length
 Units / Case Configuration Units / Case Configuration
 (m) (m)
excellent handling characteristics and enables longer sleep times down the hole.
The NONEL MS series has a colour-coded stamped J-Hook for easy identification. 3.6 250 Coiled 9 120 Coiled
 4.8 200 Coiled 12 90 Figure 80
 6 150 Coiled 15 75 Figure 80
 7.2 150 Coiled 18 60 Figure 80

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Technical
NONEL MS Series Information

Application Recommendations Application Recommendations (continued)
ALWAYS use the J-Hook when using a detonating cord trunkline to tie-in NONEL Water Resistance - The NONEL MS series provides excellent water resistance. MS series detonators. A minimum 3.6 g/m (18 gr/ft) detonating cord trunkline is Temperature Range - The NONEL MS series can be safely used in temperatures
required. ranging between -40°C and +70°C. ALWAYS ensure the shock tube is connected at right angles to the detonating Shelf Life - For maximum shelf life (3 years), NONEL MS series must be stored in
cord trunkline and that the shock tube leads returning to the hole collar do not a cool, dry, well ventilated magazine. Explosive inventory should be rotated. Avoid
cross over or lay near any detonating cord trunkline. If the detonating cord touches using new materials before the old. the shock tube or is closer than 6 inches (15 cm), the shock tube may be damaged
 Sleep Time - The sleep time of the MS is dependent on the temperature and type
and misfires may result. of explosive in contact with the unit. Please contact your Dyno Nobel
ALWAYS connect detonating cord using approved knots and tight connections. representative for further information. Place detonating cord hook-ups in closed loops and use with cross-ties. NEVER cut or trim seals from the shock tube of a NONEL MS detonators.

tight connections. representative for further information. Place detonating cord hook-ups in closed loops and use with cross-ties. NEVER cut or trim seals from the shock tube of a NONEL MS detonators. If shock Safe handling, transportation and storage
tubing is cut or is suspected of being cut or damaged during loading, reprime the
 First Aid – You can find detailed first aid information on the relevant Dyno Nobel
borehole using a new unit of the same delay period. Material Safety Data Sheet. Refer to www.dynonobel.com for more information if
NEVER drive any equipment over the shock tube or detonating cord. required. ALWAYS make sure that no shock tube or detonating cord is entangled or can Safety - All explosives are classified as dangerous goods and can cause personal
become entangled whenever charging from a manoeuvrable basket, platform or injury and damage to property if used incorrectly. boom or when stemming. Transportation and Storage - All explosives must be handled, transported and
ALWAYS make sure that no shock tube or detonating cord can be pinched stored in accordance with all relevant regulations. Stock should be rotated such
between the basket or jigs, platform or boom and the face, ribs, back or floor or that older product is used first. while loading or stemming process. Rupturing or damaging shock tube or
detonating cord may cause misfires.

jigs, platform or boom and the face, ribs, back or floor or that older product is used first. while loading or stemming process. Rupturing or damaging shock tube or
detonating cord may cause misfires. ALWAYS use NONEL MS HD in hole depths greater than 18 m.

Product Disclaimer The explosive products discussed in this document should only be handled by persons with the appropriate technical skills, training and licences. While Dyno Nobel has made every effort to
ensure the information in this document is correct, every user is responsible for understanding the safe and correct use of the products. If you need specific technical advice or have any questions, you should contact
your Dyno Nobel representative. This information is provided without any warranty, express or implied, regarding its correctness or accuracy and, to the maximum extent permitted by law, Dyno Nobel expressly
disclaims any and all liability arising from the use of this document or the information contained herein. It is solely the responsibility of the user to make enquiries, obtain advice and determine the safe conditions for use
of the products referred to herein and the user assumes liability for any loss, damage, expense or cost resulting from such use. ® DYNO, GROUNDBREAKING PERFORMANCE,, NONEL and the Loop device are
registered trademarks of the Dyno Nobel / Incitec Pivot Group. ™ MS CONNECTOR and EZTL are trademarks of the Dyno Nobel / Incitec Pivot Group. © Dyno Nobel Asia Pacific Pty Limited 2018 Reproduction
without permission strictly prohibited.

Dyno Nobel Asia Pacific Pty Limited (ACN 003 269 010) is a subsidiary of
Version 8
 Incitec Pivot Limited (ACN 004 080 264) Level 8, 28 Freshwater Place, Southbank Vic 3006
February 2108
 Phone 1800 251 872 Fax 07 3026 3999 www.dynonobel.com