DYNO® E-5
Document type: Tech Info
Categories: Coal, Packaged Explosives

Density (g/cc) Avg 1.05
 Energy a
 (cal/g) 740
 (cal/cc) 777
 Relative Weight Strengtha 0.84
 Relative Bulk Strengtha,b 1.08
 Velocityc (m/s) 4,500
 (ft/s) 14,800
 APPLICATION RECOMMENDATIONS
 Detonation Pressurec (Kbar) 53 • Products are permissible only if used in accordance with the Code of Federal Regulations,
 30 CFR part 75. These regulations are very detailed and all users should become fully
 Water Resistance Excellent familiar with their content. Gas Volume (moles/kg)
 a
 38 • Package diameter and type affect product density. Use cartridge count to determine
 Fume Class IME1d & NRCan1e actual explosive charge weight. Shelf Life Maximum 1 year (from date of production) • Emulsion explosives are susceptible to “dynamic shock” and may detonate at low order
 or fail completely when applied in very wet conditions, where explosive charges or decks
 are closely spaced and/or where geological conditions promote this effect. Consult
 a
 All Dyno Nobel Inc. energy and gas volume values are calculated using PRODET™ the your Dyno Nobel representative for alternate product recommendations when these
 computer code developed by Dyno Nobel Inc. for its exclusive use. Other computer conditions exist. codes may give different values.

bel representative for alternate product recommendations when these
 computer code developed by Dyno Nobel Inc. for its exclusive use. Other computer conditions exist. codes may give different values. • ALWAYS use high strength detonator such as the Dyno Nobel Electric Super Coal or
 b
 ANFO = 1.00 @ 0.82 g/cc equivalent at internal product temperatures higher than -12º C (10º F). At internal product
 c
 Unconfined @ 32 mm (1 1/4 in) diameter temperatures higher than -12º C (10º F), the minimum recommended detonator for
 d
 IME Class 1 is more stringent than the MSHA permissibility requirements. permissible application is a bronze shell No. 8 strength. e
 Approved by Natural Resources Canada as Fume Class 1 and Permissible.

Hazardous Shipping Description
 • Explosive, Blasting, Type E, 1.1D, UN 0241 II
 Product Disclaimer: Please see reverse side.

TECHNICAL DATA SHEET
DYNO® E-5 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
 DYNO E-5 is a detonator sensitive, small diameter, water
Small Diameter Detonator Sensitive Permissible Emulsion resistant, packaged, “permissible” emulsion explosive formulated to meet the requirements
 of the Mine Safety and Health Administration for use in underground coal mines. High
 detonation velocity and bulk strength make DYNO E-5 suitable for blasting coal “off the
 SDS solid” as well as for blasting undercut-coal seams containing hard binders. DYNO E-5 is
 Properties #1030
 packaged in paper convolute shells.

TECHNICAL DATA SHEET
DYNO® E-5 TRANSPORTATION, STORAGE AND HANDLING
 • DYNO® E-5 must be transported, stored, handled and
Small Diameter Detonator Sensitive Permissible Emulsion 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
 Properties Cont. between -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 Explosive Materials” packed inside each case and the Safety
 Packaging Library Publications of the Institute of Makers of Explosives.

Diameter x Length Nominal Cartridge Case Count /
 mm in 18 kg (40 lb) NEC*
 32 x 400 1 1/4 x 16 57
 40 x 400 1 1/2 x 16 38

*Add three pounds for Gross Case Weight
 • Package diameter and type affect product density. Use cartridge count to determine actual
 explosive charge weight. Note: All weights are approximate.
 • DYNO E-5 is available in a wide variety of sizes. Custom sizes are subject to surcharge and
 may require longer than usual lead times.
 • Check with your Dyno Nobel representative should you have any questions.

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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.