ELECTRIC SUPER STARTER™ — Tech Info
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Categories: Electric Initiation

Electric Super Starter™ Technical
 Information

 Properties
 Shell Material Aluminium

 Shell Length 60.9 mm

 Leg wire Colour Red and Yellow

 Maximum Water Pressure 60 PSI 8 hr

 Shelf Life Maximum 5 years (from date of production)

 Maximum Usage Temperature 66°C

 Hazardous Shipping Description
Product Description DETONATORS, ELECTRIC, for Blasting 1.4B UN 0255
ELECTRIC SUPER STARTER detonator is an instant electric detonator housed in a
plastic bunch block, facilitating easy connection to both shock tube and detonating
cord.

ELECTRIC SUPER STARTER detonator is insulated with HDPE which offers added
protection from extraneous currents. It has RDX and/or PETN in the base charge.

Recommended firing current:
 Series wiring: a minimum of 3 amps AC or 1.5 amps DC
 Parallel wiring: a minimum of 1 amp AC or DC per detonator
 Series-in-parallel wiring: a minimum of 2 amps AC or DC per series

The maximum recommended continuous firing current is 10 amps per detonator.

 Dyno Nobel Asia Pacific Pty Limited (ACN 003 269 010) is a subsidiary of
Version 6
 Incitec Pivot Limited (ACN 004 080 264) Level 8, 28 Freshwater Place, Southbank Vic 3006
April 2019
 Phone 1800 251 872 Fax 07 3026 3999 www.dynonobel.com

Electric Super Starter™ Technical
 Information
Application Recommendations Packaging
NEVER use an ELECTRIC SUPER STARTER detonator with other Dyno Nobel
 Product Code ECST0000016 ECMS0000080
electric detonators or electric detonators from another manufacturer. Wiring
different brand electric detonators together in a blast circuit may result in misfires. Leg wire Length 4.9 m 24.4m
ALWAYS use Electric Super Starter detonator in accordance with laws and Nominal Resistance (ohms) 1.6 2.6
regulations. ALWAYS test Electric Super Starter detonator before use by approved blasting Quantity per Case 20 10
circuit testers. Weight / Case 1.8kg 3.5kg
ALWAYS initiate Electric Super Starter detonator using approved firing devices
only. Case Dimensions 28.6 x 19.4 x12.7 cm
Leg wires should remain ‘shunted’ until final hook up. Net Explosive Content per 0.045 0.1
Radio Frequency Hazard Alert - Electric Super Starter detonator must be used 100 units (kg)
in accordance with Australian Standard 2187.2 – 2006 when in vicinity of radio
frequency transmitters. This includes but is not limited to: portable / hand held
radios, radio modems, pagers, mobile and cell phones and by extraneous
sources such as stray ground currents, static electricity and lightning.

his includes but is not limited to: portable / hand held
radios, radio modems, pagers, mobile and cell phones and by extraneous
sources such as stray ground currents, static electricity and lightning. Safe handling, transportation and storage
 First Aid – You can find detailed first aid information on the relevant Dyno Nobel
Shelf Life – For maximum shelf life (5 years), ELECTRIC SUPER STARTER Safety Data Sheet. Refer to www.dynonobel.com for more information if required. detonator must be stored in a cool, dry, well ventilated magazine. Explosive
inventory should be rotated. Avoid using new materials before the old. Safety - All explosives are classified as dangerous goods and can cause
 personal injury and damage to property if used incorrectly. Transportation and Storage - All explosives must be handled, transported and
 stored in accordance with all relevant regulations. Stock should be rotated such
 that older product is used first.

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 and the Loop device are registered
trademarks of the Dyno Nobel / Incitec Pivot Group. ™ ELECTRIC SUPER STARTER is a trademark of the Dyno Nobel / Incitec Pivot Group. © Dyno Nobel Asia Pacific Pty Limited 2015 Reproduction without
permission strictly prohibited.

Dyno Nobel Asia Pacific Pty Limited (ACN 003 269 010) is a subsidiary of
Version 6
 Incitec Pivot Limited (ACN 004 080 264) Level 8, 28 Freshwater Place, Southbank Vic 3006
April 2019
 Phone 1800 251 872 Fax 07 3026 3999 www.dynonobel.com