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CHAPTER 1 INTRODUTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11-1 Purpose1-2 Scope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-11-3 Metric Conversion Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-11-4 Quantity-Distance Classes and Storage Compati-

bility Groups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

CHAPTER 2. INITIATING AND PRIMING DEVICESCap, Blasting, Electric: M6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3Cap, Blasting: Nonelectric, M7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5Cap, Blasting: Special, Nonelectric, J-1 (Type II) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7Cap, Blasting, Electric, Special, J-2 (Type II) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-9Cap, Blasting: Nonelectric, 30 Foot Shock Tube, Ml1 . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10.1Cap, Blasting: Nonelectric, 30 Foot Shock Tube,

Ml1 (Inert) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-10.3Cap, Blasting: Nonelectric, 500 Foot Shock Tube, M12 . . . . . . . . . . 2-10.5Cap, Blasting: Nonelectric, 500 Foot Shock Tube,

M12 (Inert) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-10.7Cap, Blasting: Nonelectric, 1000 Foot Shock Tube, M13 . . . . . . . . 2-10.9Cap, Blasting: Nonelectric, Delay, M14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-10-11Cap, Blasting: Nonelectric, Delay, M14 (Inert) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10.13Cap, Blasting: Nonelectric, Delay, M15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10.15Cap, Blasting: Nonelectric, 70 Foot Shock Tube w/Initiator,

M15 (Inert) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-10.17Detonator, Percussion: M1A2, 15-Second Delay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11Detonator, Friction: 15-Second Delay, M1 or M1A1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13Detonator, Friction: 8-Second Delay, M2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15Detonator, Percussion: M2A1, 8-Second Delay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17Detonator Kit, Concussion: M1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-19Cord, Detonating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-21Cord, Detonating: Inert-Reinforced, Dummy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-23

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Coupling, Base, Firing Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-25Coupling Base, Firing Device: Non-metallic, M2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-27Coupling Body . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-29Firing Device, Demolition: M1, Release Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-31Firing Device, Demolition, M1, Delay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-33Firing Device, Demolition: M1, Pull Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-35Firing Device, Demolition: M5, Pressure Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-37Firing Device, Demolition: M122 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-39Firing Devce, Demolition: M142 Multipurpose (Pressure,

Pull Pressure Release, or Tension Release Type). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-43Firing Device, Demolition: M3, Pull Release Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-47Firing Device, Demolition: M1 and M1A1, Pressure Type . . . . . . 2-49Primer, Percussion: Cap, M2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-51Primer, Percussion: Cap. M27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-53Fuse, Blasting, Tree: (Safety Fuse) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-55Fuse, Blasting Time, M700 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-57Fuse, Blasting, Time Inert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-59Holder: Blasting Cap and Shock Tube M9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-60.1Igniter, Time Blasting Fuse: M1 Fiction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-61Igniter, Time Blasting Fuse: M2 Weatherproof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-63Igniter, Time Blasting Fuse: M60, Weatherproof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-65Igniter, Time Blasting Fuse: M81 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-67

ELECTRICAL BLASTING EQUIPMENTBlasting Machine, M32/M34 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3Blasting Machine, 10-Cap (Dixson) (Most Recent Model

of this Type) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5Blasting Machine, 10-Cap Fidelity Type or While Rodgers

Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7Blasting Machine, 50-Cap (Most Recently Issued Type) . . . . . . . . . . 3-9Blasting Machine, 30-Cap (Generator Type) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11Blasting Machine, 50-Cap (Generator Type) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-13Blasting Machine, 100-Cap (Generator Type) 3-15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Test Set, Blasting Cap: M51 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17Galvanometers, Blasting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-19Battery, Standard Galvanometer Type BA-245/u . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-21Battery, Low Temperature Galvanometers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-23

CHARGESCharge, Demolition: Cratering, 40-pound (Three

Generations) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3Change, Demolition: Cratering 43-Pound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7Charge, Explosive, Springing (for Rod, Earth, Blast Driven,

M13) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9charge, Propelling, Earth Rod: M12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-11Dynamite: Military, M1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-13TNT Block Demolition Charges-Charge, Demolition:

Block (i/4, i/2, 1-Pound) TNT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-15Destructor, Explosive: Universal, M10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-17

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CHAPTER 5. DEMOLITION KITS AND ASSEMBLIESCharge, Demolition: Assembly M37 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Charge, Demolition: Assembly M183 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Demolition Kit, Bangalore Torpedo: M1A1 and M1A2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Demolition Equipment Set: Explosive Initiating, Nonelectric . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Demolition Equipment Set: Explosive Initiating, Electric and

Nonelectric . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..Demolition Kit, Projected Charge: Ml and M1A1 (M1E1) . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . .Demolition Kit, Projected Charge: M157 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Demolition Kit, Projected Charge: M173 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Demolition Kit, Cratering M180-Demolition Kit,

Cratering, Training: M270 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Explosive Kit, Earth Rod: Set No. 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Tripod M23Assembly for Blast Driven Earth Rod M13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

CHAPTER 6. INCENDIARY DEVICES. Cryptographic Equipment Destroyer, Incendiary (Typical): M1A1,

M1A2, and M2A1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . .File Destroyer, Incendiary, ABC-M4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Document Destroyer, Emergency Incendiary: M3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Document Destroyer, Emergency Incendiary: M4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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CHAPTER 1INTRODUCTION

1-1. Purpose

This manual is a reference handbook pub-lished as an aid in planning, training, familiari-zation, and identification of demolition items.

1-2. Scope

a. For each item of materiel, there are illus-trations and descriptions together with charac-teristics and related data, Included in therelated data are weights, dimensions, perform-ance data, packing, shipping and storage data,Classification, and logistics control codes (LCC).

b. Information concerning supply opera-tion, and maintenance of the items will befound in the publications referenced for thoseitems, A complete listing of these publications ismaintained in DA Pam 310 series indexes.

c Within this manual, items with the fol-lowing type-classifications are included:

(1) Standard (LCC-A), (LCC-B),(2) Contingency (CON).(3) Limited Procurement (LP).(4) Reclassified obsolete (OBS) for regu-

lar Army use, but used by National Guard orReserve units.

(5) Reclassified OBS for all Army use,but used by Marine Corps, Air Force or NavyItems with the following type-classification arenot included: Reclassified OBS for all US. use,No U.S. stocks remain. (Foreign use or stockmay remain).

d. Numerical values, such as weights,dimensions, candlepower, etc., are nominal val-ues, except when specified as maximum or mini-mum. Actual items may vary slightly fromthese values, Allowable limits can be obtainedfrom the drawings indicated in the data sheets.

1-3. Metric Conversion Chart

For approximate conversions to/from metricmeasures see table 1-1.

1-4. Quantity-Distance Classes andStorage Compatibility Groups

Quantity-Distance (QD) classes and StorageCompatibility Groups (SCG) listed in this man-ual are changed, For conversion to new systemsee table 1-2.

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Table 1-1. Metric Conversion ChartWEIGHT

grams 0.035 ounces ozApproximate Conversions to Metric Measureskg kilograms 2.2 pounds lbt tonnes 1.1 short tonsWhen You Multiply

Symbol Know By To Find symbolVOLUME

LENGTHml milliters 0.03 fluid ounces fl ozl Liters 2.1 pintsl

ptLiters 1.06 quarts qt

l Liters 0.26 gallons galcubic meters 35 cubic feetcubic meters 1.3 cubic yards

in. inches 2.5 centimeters cmft. feet 30 centimeters cmyd yards 0.9 meters mmi miles 1.6 kilometers km

square inches 6.5 sq centimetersquare feet 0.09 sq meterssquare yards 0.8 sq meters

mil sq miles 2.6 sq kilometersacres 0.4 hectares ha

TEMPERATURE

Symbol When You Know Multiply Add To Find Symbol Calcius by 1.8 32 Fahrenheit

WEIGHT Table 1-2. Quantity-Distance Classes andStorage Compatibility Groupsoz ounces 28 gram g

lb pounds 0.45 kilogram kgshort tons 0.9 tonnes t(2000 lb)

Quantity-distance Storage compatibilityhazard class group

VOLUMEOld New I Typical - Newtsp teaspoons

Tbsp tablespoonfl oz fluid ouncec cupspt pintsqt quartsgel gallons

cubic feetcubic yards

51530

0.240.470.953.80.030.76

millilitersmillilitersmilliliterslitersliterslitersliterscubic meterscubic meters

mlml 8

7654321

6.11.11.2 (18)1.2 (12)1.2 (08)1.2 (04)1.31.4

DEmll

lllmm

FGCS

TEMPERATURE

Symbol When You Know Subtract Multiply To Find SymbolFahrenheit 32 by 0.55 Celcius Footnotes:

New QD and SCGS are compatible with classesused by NATO nations.Approximate Conversions from Metric Measures

LENGTH Numbers in parenthesis are minimum distancex 100 feet to protect against specific fragment haz-ards and vary with items and types of ammunition.(Refer to TM 9-1300-206.)

mm millimeter 0.04 inches in.cm centimeters 0.4 inches in.m meters 3.3 feet ftm meters 1.1 yards ydkm kilometers 0.6 mile mi There is no simple conversion from old SCGSto new system. The SCG groups listed in this col-

umn are typical for the majority of items in the corre-sponding listed QD class but do not apply to everyindividual item in the class. For SCG of individualitems refer to TM 9-1300-206.

square centi- 0.16 square inchesmeters

square meters 1.2 square yardssquare kilo- 0.4 square milesmeters

ha hectares 2.5 acres(10,000m 2)

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T y p e Classification:

Std A OTCM 37041, dtd 26 May 1960.

Electric Blasting Cap M6 is used to initiatehigh explosives with a blasting machine or

hot er suitable source of electric power. It iscapable of detonating all standard military explo-sives.

Description:

Blasting Cap M6 consists of a base charge ofRDX, an intermediate charge of lead azide andan ignition charge of smokeless powder, potas-sium chlorate and lead salt of dinitro cresol inan aluminum alloy cup. Two 12-foot leadwires, connected by a bridge wire in the igni-

~tion charge, extend through a rubber (or rub-ber and sulfur) plug assemblv in the open endof the cup. Two circumferential crimps securethe plug assembly in the cup.

Functioning:

To function the cap, its leads are connectedto a blasting machine. The blasting machine isactuated to produce electrical current whichflows through the caps bridge wire producingheat. If sufficient current is put through thebridge wire, the head ignites the ignitioncharge which initiates the intermediate chargewhich, in turn, causes detonation of the basecharge.

Tabulated Data:

Container material ------------- Aluminum alloy-------------------------------- Unpainted

Dimensions ----------------------- 2.35 in. x 0.24 in.Filler:

Base charge -------------------- RDXIntermediate charge --------- Lead azideIgnition charge ---------------- Special mix (e.g.

SmokelessPowder)

Method of actuation --------- Electric current

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Shipping and Storage Data:

Quantity-distance class ------- 1.1Storage compatibility ---------- BDOT shipping classification- Explosive ADOT designation ---------------- DETONATORS-

HANDLECAREFULLY

UNO serial number ------------ 0030UNO proper shipping name- Detonator,

electricDODIC ----------------------------- M130Specification ---------------------- MIL-C-14003 APackaging ------------------------- 6 per carton, 1

carton per barrierbag, 25 bags perfiberboard con-tainer, 6 contain-ers (900 caps) perwooden box (or asrequired)

*Packing box:Weight (w/contents) --------- 113 lbDimensions --------------------- 23-1/8 x 19-1/2x

21 in.Cube ------------------------------ 5.48 cu ft

*NOTE: See DOD Consolidated AmmunitionCatalog for complete packing data includingNSNS.

References:

FM 5-250TM 9-1375-213-12TM 9-1375-213-34

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Classification:

Std A OTCM 37041, dtd 26 May 1960.

Use:

Nonelectric Blasting Cap M7 is used to deto-nate all military explosives.

Description

This nonelectric blasting cap consists of analuminum alloy cup containing an ignitioncharge of lead styphnate, an intermediatecharge of lead azide, and a base charge of RDX.The cup is flared at the mouth to mate with thematching shape of the nipple of a firing deviceBase Coupling and the flared end facilitates

insertion of time-blasting fuse or detonatingcord.

Functioning:

On initiation by time-blasting fuse, primeror detonating cord the ignition charge deto-nates the intermediate charge which detonatedthe base charge, in turn. Detonation of thebase charge initiates the explosive charge.

Tabulated Data:

Container material ------------- Aluminum alloyColor...... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . UnpaintedDimensions:

Length --------------------------- 2.35 inDiameter ------------------------ 0.24 in. (base);

0.26 in. (mouth)

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Filler:Base charge --------------------Intermediate charge ---------Ignition charge ----------------Method of actuation ---------

REXLead azideLead styphnateFlame or impact(Time-blastingfuse or detonat-ing cord or FiringDevice CouplingBase)


Quantity-distance class ------- 1.1Storage compatibilitv ---------- BDOT shippiig classification - Explosive ADOT designation ---------------- DETONATORS -

HANDLECAREFULLY

UNO serial number ------------ 0029UNO proper shipping name - Detonators,

non-electricDODIC ----------------------------- M131Drawing No. ---------------------- 8830948

Packaging -------------------------

*Packing box:Weight (w/contents) ---------Dimensions ---------------------

Cube ------------------------------

6 per carton, 1carton per vapor-proof bag, 50 bagsper fiberboardcontainer, 12containers (3600caps) per water-proof linedwooden box10/50/10 = 5000

114 lb23-1/8 x 19-1/2x21 in.5.48 cu ft


References:

FM 5-250TM 9-1375-213-12TM 9-1375-213-34

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Type Classification:

Std OTCM 36841, dtd 1958.

Nonelectric Blasting Cap J-1 is used toprime all standard military explosives.

Description:

This nonelectric blasting cap consists of atube-shaped aluminum alloy cup, containing an

lignition charge of lead styphnate and eadazide, and a base charge of RDX or PETN. Thecharges are pressed in place. The open end ofthe cup is designed to accommodate time blast-ing fuse, detonating cord or the nipple end of afiring device coupling base.

Functioning:

On initiation by a flame or impact, the igni-tion charge detonates the ignition charge whichactivates the intermediate charge which acti-vates the base charge, in turn. Detonation ofthe base charge initiates the explosive charge.

Tabulated Data:

Container material ------------- Aluminum alloyDimensions ----------------------- 2.35 in. x 0.24 in.Filler:

Base charge -------------------- RDX or PETNIntermediate charge --------- Lead azideIgnition charge ---------------- Lead styphnate

and lead azideMethod of actuation --------- Flame or impact

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Quantity-distance class ------- 1.1Storage compatibility group- BDOT shipping classification - Explosive ADOT designation ---------------- DETONATORS-

HANDLECAREFULLY

UNO serial number ------------ 0029UNO proper shipping name - Detonators,

non-electricDODIC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M131Specification ---------------------- MIL-C-14003Packaging ------------------------- 50 per can, 20

cans per fiber-dboar carton, 5

cartons (5000caps) per water-proof wooden box

Pack ing box :Weight (w/contents) --------- 66 lbDimensions --------------------- 23-3/4 x 17-1/8 x

14 in.cube ------------------------------ 3.1 cu ft

NOTE: See DOD Consolidated AmmunitionCatalog for complete packing data includingNSNS.

References:

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Classification: to detonate military explosives.

Std OTCM 36841, dtd 1958. Functioning:

When electric current (from a blastingmachine) of 1/2 amp or more is passed through

Blasting caps are initiating devices used to the caps lead wires, the bridge wire is heateddetonate high explosives. to the point that it initiates the sensitiveigniter mix surrounding it. This, in turn, initi-Description: ates the intermediate charge which detonatesthe base charge of high explosive.

Blasting Cap J2 consists of an aluminum cupfilled with a base charge of PETN or RDX, an

Tabulated Data:intermediate charge, usually of lead azide, andan ignition charge usually of a lead styphnate Container material ------------- Aluminum alloybase. Two 12-foot long electrical lead wires, con- Color -------------------------------- Unpaintednetted by a bridge wire in the ignition charge, Dimensions (length) ----------- 2.35 in. x 0.24 in.extend from the open end of the cup. The wiresare sealed in place by a plug assembly made of Filler:sulphur and rubber or rubber only. The base Base charge -------------------- PETN or RDXends of the two wires are fastened together by a Intermediate charge --------- Lead azideshort-circuiting tab or shunt. Blasting Cap J2, Ignition charge ---------------- Igniter mixType II is used with electric blasting machines Method of actuation --------- Blasting machine

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Quantity-distance class ------- 1.1Storage compatibility group- BDOT shipping classification - Explosive ADOT designation ---------------- DETONATORS-

CAREFULLYUNO serial number ------------ 0030UNO proper shipping name - Detonator,

electricDODIC ----------------------------- Not availableDrawing --------------------------- 393652Packaging ------------------------- 1 cap per carton,

1 carton per bar-rier bag, 50 bagsper carton, 10cartons (500 caps)per wooden box

Packing box:Drawing ------------------------- D 4046-lBWeight --------------------------- As requiredDimensions --------------------- As requiredCube ------------------------------ As required


References:

FM 5-250TM 9-1375-213-12TM 9-1375-213-34

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TM 43-0001-38

CAP, BLASTING: NONELECTRIC, 30 FOOT SHOCK TUBE, M11

Standard A MSR

Use:

05963001

Nonelectric Blasting Cap M11 is used to detonate allstandard military explosives or initiate shock tube blast-ing caps.

The M11 is a small aluminum tube filled with explo-sives (detonator) factory-crimped to a 30-foot length ofshock tube. Shock tube is a thin plastic tube with a thinlayer of special explosive material deposited on its inte-rior surface. A special plastic connector (called a Jhook) is attached to the sealed end of the shock tubewhich is sealed with a small cover. The J hook facili-tates quick and easy attachment onto a detonating cord(e.g. a ring main). Since the M11 is meant to be used inboreholes, two brightly colored plastic flags are attachedto the shock tube near the detonator end. A red flag is at-tached one meter from the detonator and a yellow flag isattached two meters from the detonator as a safety pre-

caution. Tese flags indicate that buried caps are nearby.

The M11 functions by transmitting an initiatingshock (or small detonation) through its shock tube into itsdetonator. The shock wave coming through the shocktube initiates a small amount of a fairly sensitive explo-sive in the aluminum tube detonator. This explosive theninitiates a larger amount of a less sensitive, more power-ful explosive which actuates the external charge or de-vice to which the cap is attached. The shock tube itselfmust be initiated by a blasting cap.

NOTEThe explosion of the shock tube is totallycontained within the plastic tubing but theexplosion of the detonator is just like anyother military strength blasting cap.

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Aluminum Tube:Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Diameter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Shock Tube:Material . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

PolyethyleneLength . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Diameter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Filler:Aluminum tube . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Shock tube . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Method of actuation . . . . . . . . . . . . .

DOD Hazard class QD/DIV/SCGDOT Hazard Class: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .DOT Label: EXPLOSIVEDOT Container Marking: . . . . . . . . . . . .

Roper Shipping Name . . . . . . . . .

2.35 in.0.241 in.

30 ft0.118 in.

lead azide, RDXBetabiazochloric

formalin-pentox-ide (BHT addedas a preservative)

Shock from detona-tion of a blastingcap

1.4 B

1.A.S

Detonators, non-electric for blast-ing

UN serial number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .NSN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .DODAC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Packaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Packing Box:Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cube . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Net Explosive Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Gross weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

FM 5-250TM 9-1375-213-12&PTM 9-1375-213-34DOD Cons. Ammo Supply Catalog

03451375-01-415-1232ML47QAA-14236 units/ pack, 10

packs (60) /pack-ing box, 12 box-es/pallet

2in.18in.x11 in.2.8 cu ft0.16 lb57 lb

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TM 43-0001-38

CAP, BLASTING: NONELECTRIC, 30 FOOT SHOCK TUBE, MII (INERT)

Std A MSR 05963001

Use:

This inert item is used for demonstration and fortraining in demolition work requiring nonelectric shocktube blasting cap.

The inert blasting cap consists of a 30 foot length ofinert shock tube, environmentally sealed at one end anda military M7 dimensioned inert blasting cap attached atthe other end. The inert shock tube is made of thin plastictubing. The cap is aluminum with two 1/8-in. holesdrilled at 90 degree intervals on one end and labeledDUMMY or INERT.

This item does not function. Its only purpose is fordemonstration and to give the operator the feel and train-ing in the use of shock tube blasting caps.

Shock Tube:Matarial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PlasticColor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bronze

Dimensions:Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 ftDiameter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.118 in.

Filler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . NoneMethod of actuation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Nonecap:

Material . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Aluminum w/blackmarkings

Dimensions:Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.235 in. MaxDiameter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.241 in. Max

Filler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . NoneMethod of actuation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . None

.

Quantity-distance class . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N/AStorage compatibility group . . . . . . . . N/ANSN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1375-01-412-0160Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . QAA-1423

Change 2 2-10.3

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Packaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . As requiredGross weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 lb

FM 5-250

2-10.4 Change 2

TM 43-0001-38

CAP, BLASTING: NONELECTRIC, 500 FOOT SHOCK TUBE M12


Std A MSR 05963001

Use:

Nonelectric Blasting Cap M12 is used to relay ashock tube detonation impulse from an initiator (or an-other relay cap) to another relay cap or to a high strengthshock tube blasting cap (e.g., the Ml1) which initiatesstandard military explosives. The M12 is used only as arelay device. It does not have sufficient output to initiatemost military explosives.

The M12 is a small aluminum tube filled with explo-sives (detonator) factory-crimped to a 500-foot length ofshock tube. Shock tube is a thin plastic tube with a thinlayer of special explosive material deposited on its inte-rior surface. Splicing material is supplied with the spoolto make at least five splices. A special plastic clamp isattached to the detonator to facilitate quick and easy at-tachment to the shock tube of up to five other blastingcaps.

The M12 functions in transmitting an initiatingshock (or small detonation) through its shock tube into itsdetonator. The shock wave coming through the shocktube initiates a small amount of sensitive explosive in thedetonator. This explosive then initiates a small amountof a less sensitive, more powerful explosive which actu-ates up to five shock tubes held by the plastic connector.The M12s shock tube must be initiated by a blasting capor by a special Time Blasting Fuse Igniter, the M81.

NOTE

The older model igniter, the M60 will NOTsecure or reliably initiate shock tube.

Aluminum tube detonator:Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.7 in.Diameter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.296 in.

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Shock TubeMaterial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Diameter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Filler:Detonator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Shock tube . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Method of actuation . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Surlyn covered withpolyethylene

500 ft0.118 in.

Lead tide, PETNHMX/AluminumShock from detona-

tion of blastingcap or the primerin an M81 Igniter

DOD Hazard class (QD/DIV/SC: 1.4 BDOT Hazard class: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.4SDOT Label: EXPLOSIVE . . . . . . . . . . 1.45DOT Container Marking:

Proper Shipping Name . . . . . . . . . Detonators, non-electric, for blast-ing

UN serial no. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0455NSN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1375-01-415-1230

DODAC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Net explosive weight (per cap) . . . .Drawing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Packaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Packing Box:Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .cube . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Net explosive weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Gross weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

FM 5-250TM 9-1375-213-12&PTM 9-1375-213-34DOD Cons. Ammo. Supply Catalog

MN022.81 g12972628QAA-14598/cardboard box, 6

box (48)/packingbox

46 in. x21 in. x21 in.11.74 cu ftXX.XXX lb.149 lb

2-10.6 Change 2

Change 2

TM 43-0001-38

CAP, BLASTING: NONELECTRIC, 500 FOOT SHOCK TUBE, M12 (INERT)

Std A MSR 05963001

Use:This inert item is used for demonstration and for

training in demolition work requiring nonelectric shocktube blasting cap.

The inert blasting cap consists of a 500 foot lengthof inert shock tube sealed at one end and with an inertblasting cap attached at the other end. The shock tube iswound around a spool. A holder for connecting the blast-ing cap with shock tube branch lines is attached to thecap. Splicing material is supplied with the spool to makeat least five splices. The inert shock tube is made ofplastic. The inert cap is aluminum, with two 1/8 holesdrilled at 90 degree intervals on one end and labeledDUMMY or INERT.

This item does not function. Its only purpose is fordemonstration and to give the operator the feel and train-

ing in the use of shock tube blasting cap.

Shock Tube:Material . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PlasticColor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bronze

Dimensions:Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 500 ftDiameter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.118 in.

Filler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . NoneMethod of actuation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . NoneCap:


Dimensions:Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.7 in.Diameter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.296 in.


Quantity-distance class.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N/AStorage compatibility group . . . . . . . . N/A

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NSN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1375-01-412-8813Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . QAA-1459Packging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . As requiredGross weight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.149 lb

FM 5-250

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TM 434001-38

CAP, BLASTING: NONELECTRIC, 1000 FOOT SHOCK TUBE, M13

Std A MSR 05963001Use:

Nonelectric Blasting Cap M13 isshock tube detonation impulse from an

used to relay ainitiator (or an-

other relay cap) to another relay cap or to a high strengthshock tube blasting cap (e.g., the M11) which initiatesstandard military explosives. The M13 is used only as arelay device - it does not have sufficient output to initiatemost military explosives.

The M13 is a small aluminum tube filled with explo-sives (detonator) factory-crimped to a 1000-foot lengthof shock tube. Shock tube is a thin plastic tube with athin layer of special explosive material deposited on itsinterior surface. Splicing material is supplied with thespool to make at least five splices. A special plasticclamp is attached to the detonator to facilitate quick andeasy attachment to the shock tube of up to five otherblasting caps.

The M13 functions in transmitting an initiatingshock (or small detonation) through its shock tube into itsdetonator. The shock wave coming through the shocktube initiates a small amount of sensitive explosive in thedetonator. This explosive, in turn, initiates a smallamount of a less sensitive, more powerful explosivewhich actuates up to five shock tubes held by the plasticconnector. The M13s shock tube must itself be initiatedby a blasting cap or-by a special Time Blasting Fuse Ig-niter, the M81.

NOTE:

The older model igniter, the M60 will NOTsecure or reliably initiate shock tube.

Aluminum Tube Detonator:Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.7 in.Diameter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.296 in.

Change 2 2-10.9

Shock Tube:Material . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Surlyn covered with

polyethyleneLength . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l000 ftDiameter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0.118 in.

Filler:Detonator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lead azide, PETNShock tube . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . HMX/AluminumMethod of actuation . . . . . . . . . . . . . Shock from detona-

tionof blastingcap or the primerin an M81 Igniter

DOD Hazard class QD/DIV/SCG 1.4 BDOT Hazard class: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.4SDOT Label: EXPLOSIVE . . . . . . . . . . 1.45DOT Container Marking:

Proper Shipping Name . . . . . . . . . Detonators,nonelec-tric, for blasting

UN serial no. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0455NSN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1375-01-415-1231DODAC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MN03Net explosive weight (per cap) 5.06g

Drawing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Packaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Packing Box:Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cube . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Net explosive weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Gross weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


12972629AA-14594/cardboard box, 6

(24)/packing box

46 in. x21 in. x21 in.11.74 cu ft0.268 lb2.2 lb

2-10.10 Change 2

TM 43-0001-38

CAP, BLASTING: NONELECTRIC, DELAY, M14

Std AMSR 05963001

Use:

Nonelectric Blasting Cap M14 is used to detonate allstandard military explosives or to initiate shock tubeblasting caps approximately 5 minutes after it is ignitedby the user.

The M14 is a small aluminum tube filled with explo-sives (detonator) factory-crimped to an approximately 7-1/2 foot length of time blasting fuse. Instead of the usualyellow band every 18 inches, a marker band and thenominal burning time in minutes (from the band to thedetonator) is marked on the fuse. The free end of the fuseis sealed so only a small piece must be cut off when it isprepared for ignition. The fuse is factory calibrated to a5-minute burn time marked at 1 minute increments.

The M14 functions in transmitting an initiatingflame (from a time blasting fuse igniter or a match) slow-ly burning through its length of time blasting fuse into itsdetonator. The flame coming through the fuse initiates asmall amount of a fairly sensitive explosive in the deto-nator. This explosive, in turn, initiates a larger amount ofa less sensitive, more powerful explosive which actuatesthe external charge or device to which the cap is attachedby the user. The M14 is designed to allow a nominal 5-minute delay under almost all weather and altitude con-ditions.

Tabulated Data:

Aluminum Tube:Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35 in.Diameter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.241 in.

Time Blasting Fuse:Material . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Plastic covered fi-

berLength . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Approx 7-1/2 ftDiameter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.25 in.

Change 2 2-10.11

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Filler:Detonator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Method of actuation . . . . . . . . . . . . .

DOD Hazard class QD/DIV/SCGDOT Hazard class . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .DOT Label: EXPLOSIVE . . . . . . . . . .DOT Container Marking:

Proper Shipping Name . . . . . . . . .

UN serial no. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . NSN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DODAC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Net explosive weight (per cap) . . . .

2-10.12 Change 2

Lead Styphenate,lead azide, PETN

Flame from timeblasting fuse ig-niter or a match

1.4B1.4S1.4S

Drawing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12972630Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . QAA-1424Packaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60/wood boxPacking Box:

Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 in. x18 in. x11 in.Cube . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.8 cu ft

Net explosive weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.52 lbGross weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 lb

Detonators,nonelec-tric, for blasting

03451375-01-415-1233MN0611.73 g


TM 43-0001-38

CAP, BLASTING: NONELECTRIC, DELAY, M14 (INERT)

demonstration and to give the operator the feel and train-ing in the use of delay blasting caps.

Std A MSR 05963001Tabulated Data:

Use:

This inert item is used for demonstration and fortraining in demolition work requiring nonelectric delayblasting cap.

The inert delay blasting cap consist of a 7-1/2 footlength of inert time delay fuse, sealed at on end and witha military M7 dimensions, inert blasting cap crimped atthe end. The inert time fuse is the same as described inthis manual. The inert cap is aluminum with two 1/8 in.helm drilled at 90 degree intervals on one end and la-beled DUMMY or INERT.

This item does not function. Its only purpose is for

Time Fuse:(See FUSE, BLASTING TIME, INERT in thismanual for material and color).

Dimensions:Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1/2 ftDiameter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.2 in.

Methtod of actuation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . NoneCap:


Dimensions:Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.235 in. maxDiameter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.241 in. max


Quantity-distance class . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N/A

Change 2 2-10.13

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Storage compatibility group . . . . . . . . N/ANSN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1375-01-411-6346Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . QM-1424Packaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . As requiredGross weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 lb

FM 5-250

2-10.14 Change 2

TM 43-0001-38

CAP, BLASTING: NONELECTRIC, DELAY, M15

Std A MSR 05963001

Use:

Nonelectric Blasting Cap M15 is used to provide adelay element in a shock tube blasting cap priming sys-tem to obtain staged detonations such as those used inquarrying operations. Normally several M15s would beused in tandem to obtain a multi-stage detonation with aslight delay between stage to allow the outer layerof rock to start moving before the next layers detonationoccurs. The M15 has two different delay times availableto the user.

The M15 consists of two small aluminum tubes (det-onators) filled with explosives and factory-crimped toeach end of a 70 foot length of shock tube. Shock tube isa thin plastic tube with a thin layer of special explosivematerial deposited on its interior surface. The detonatorsare of slightly different size and contain different delayelements. The shorter detonator is designed to initiate

other pieces of shock tube in the priming system whilethe longer detonator is designed to initiate explosives. Aplastic holder is attached to the shorter detonator to facil-itate connection to other shock tubes. Since the highstrength detonator of the M15 is meant to be used inboreholes, two brightly colored plastic flags are attachedto the shock tube near this detonator. A red flag is at-tached one meter from the longer, high-strength detona-tor and a yellow one is attached two meters from thedetonator.

The M15 functions in transmitting an initiatingshock (or small detonation) through its shock tube intoits detonators which contain pyrotechnic delay elements.The shock wave coming through the shock tube initiatesburning of the pyrotechnic delay element which then ini-tiates a small amount of a sensitive explosive in the det-onator. This explosive, in turn, initiates a small amountof a less sensitive, more powerful explosive which actu-ates an attached length of shock tube or an explosive de-vice. The delay time in the two detonators is different -one is 25 milliseconds (low strength, shorter end) and theother is 200 milliseconds (high strength, longer end).

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Both detonators are slightly larger in diameter than astandard blasting cap and will NOT fit in a standardcapwell. The M15s shock tube must itself be initiatedby a blasting cap.

Aluminum Tubes:Length (low strength) . . . . . . . . . . . 2.5 in.Length (high strength) . . . . . . . . . . 3.5 in.Diameter (low strength) . . . . . . . 0.296 in.Diameter (high strength) . . . . . . 0.296 in.Net Explosive Weight (complete

cap with both detonators

Shock Tube:Material . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Diameter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Filler:Aluminum tubes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Shock tube . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .,

Method of actuation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1.63 g

Surlyn covered withpolyethylene

70 ft0.118 in.

Lead azide, PETNHMX/aluminumShock from detona-

tin of blastingcap

DOD Hazard class QD/DIV/SCGDOT Hazard class: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .DOT Container Marking:

Proper shipping name . . . . . . . . . . .

UN serial no. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .NSN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .DODAC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Drawing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Packaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Packing box:Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Cube . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Net explosive weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Gross weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


1.4S1.4S

Detonators, non-electric, for blast-ing

03671375-01-415-1234MN0712972631QAA-142530/UNCG box, 4

box/backing box

46 in. x 21 in.x 21in.

11.74 cu ft0.4 lb118 lb

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CAP, BLASTING: NONELECTRIC, 70 FOOT SHOCK TUBE WITH INITIATOR, M15 (INERT)

Std A MSR 05963001

Use:

This inert item is used for demonstration and fortraining in demolition work requiring nonelectric shocktube blasting cap.

The inert blasting cap consists of a 70 foot length ofinert shock tube. One end has an attached inert blastingcap packaged into a plastic holder that has the capabilityof holding four additional inert slink tube lines. Theother end of the 70 foot shock tube will have a longerblasting cap attached. The inert shock tube is made ofthin plastic tubing colored bronze. The inert caps aremade of aluminum with two 1/8 in. holes drilled at 90 de-gree intervals on one end and labeled DUMMY or IN-ERT. A red flag is attached one meter from the longercap and a yellow flag is attached two meters from thelonger cap.

This item does not function. Its only purpose is fordemonstration and to give the operator the feel and train-ing in the use of shock tube blasting caps.

Shock Tube:Material . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Color . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Dimensions:Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Diameter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Filler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Method of actuation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cap:

Material . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Dimensions:Lengths . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Diameter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

PlasticBronze

70 ft0.118 in.NoneNone

Aluminumw/blackmarkings

2.500 in. (lowstrength)

3.500 in. (highstrength)

0.296 in.

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Filler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . None Packaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . As requiredMethod of actuation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . None Gross weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 lb

Quantity-distance class . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N/AStorage compatibility group . . . . . . . . N/A FM 5-250NSN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1375-01-411-6345Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . QAA-1425

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Std A OTCM 37119, dtd 1959.

Percussion Detonator M1A2 is a device usedto initiate demolition charges after a 15-seconddelay. This type of detonator can be used underwater and is particularly effective duringassault demolition.

Description:

The detonator consists of a firing pin assem-bly, a delay housing and primer holder assem-ble and a special blasting cap. The firing pinand spring, comprising the main componentsof the firing pin assembly, are held in positionby a safety pin and a release pin. The primerholder is fitted with a percussion primer, andthe delay housing contains a delay train of apyrotechnical mixture. The blasting cap iscrimped to a coupling base which is an integralpart of the delay housing. The blasting cap iscovered, during shipment and storage, by a cap

protector. The special blasting cap is similar tothe M7 Blasting Cap. The main difference isthat the igniter compound is adjusted to main-tain a certain dimension at the open end of thecap. The 15-second delay percussion detonatormay be distinguished from the 8-second delaypercussion detonator by the markings on thesurface of the delay housings and by the shapesof the release pull rings. The 15-second delaypercussion detonator has a circular pull ring,while the pull ring on the 8-second delay detona-tor is shaped like a T.

Functioning:

After the safety pin is removed and therelease pin is pulled, the firing pin strikes theprimer, which ignites the pyrotechnic delaytrain. At the end of the delay train, the burn-ing powder ignites the igniter mix in the blast-ing cap and consequently the blasting cap deto-nates other explosives. It should be noted that,above 60F the actual delay time will be lessthan normal while below 60F the delay timewill be greater.

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Tabulated Data:

Container material ------------- MetalColor -------------------------------- Olive drab w/yel-

low markingsWeight ------------------------------ 3 oz

Dimensions:Length --------------------------- 7-1/3 in.Diameter ------------------------ 7/16 in.

Filler -------------------------------- Delay mix, prim-er-mix, RDX

Method of actuation ------------ Release pin


Quantity-distance class -------Storage compatibility

Group -----------------------------DOTshipping

classification -------------------DOT designation ----------------

UNO serial number ------------UNO proper shipping name -DODIC -----------------------------NSN ---------------------------------Drawing ----------------------------

A 1.1

B

Class ATIME FUZES -HANDLECAREFULLY0257Fuzes, detonatingM4501375-00-729-437889903

Packaging -------------------------

*Packing box:Weight ---------------------------Dimensions ---------------------

Cube ------------------------------

One detonatorper tube assem-bly 10 tubeassemblies perpaperboard-car-ton, 1 carton perbarrier bag, 5bags per fiber-board outer car-ton, each outercarton in outerbarrier bag, 4outer barrier bags(200 detonators)per wooden box

62 lb21-1/2 in. x 17-11/16 in. x 18-15/32 in.4.05 cu ft


References:

FM 5-25TM 9-1375-213-12TM 9-1375-213-34

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C1assiflcation:

OBS AMCTCM 6418, dtd 1968.

Delay Detonator has a pull ring on the frictionwire, while the 8-Second Delay has a T han-dle. Each delay detonator is appropriatelymarked.

Functioning:The 15-Second Friction Delay Detonator is a

device used to initiate demolition charges aftera 15-second delay. This delay detonator is effec-tive during assault operations and may be usedunder water.

Description:

This Delay Detonator consists of a cylindri-cal-shaped plastic housing containing a pull-wire coated with a friction material. The pull-wire is set in a flash compound. A tube set inthe lower end of the housing is a combinationdelay and blasting cap. There is a 15-seconddelay-mix facing the friction lighter side fol-lowed by an igniter charge and then a primercharge and, finally, a blasting cap mix. There is aprotective cap covering the blasting cap endand a safety cotter pin with a ring for extract-ing which is positioned through the pull-wire toblock its premature movement.

This detonator is identical to the 8-SecondDelay Friction Detonator M2. The 15-Second

With the safety pin removed, the pull wirehandle (ring) is pulled to draw the friction-coated portion of the pull wire through theflash charge. This ignites the delay column. Atthe end of 15 seconds, the flame reaches theend of the delay mix and ignites the ignitermix. This in turn initiates the primer chargewhich then detonates the blasting cap portion.The detonation in turn sets off the demolitioncharge.

Tabulated Data:

Container material ------------- PlasticColor -------------------------------- Olive drabWeight ------------------------------ 8 oz (approx)Dimensions:

Length --------------------------- 6 in. (approx)Diameter ------------------------ 3/4 in. (approx)

Filler --------------------------------- Friction powderdelay mix, andRDX

Method of actuation ------------ Pull wire

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Quantity-distance class ------- 1.1Storage compatibility group- BDOT shipping classification- ADOT designation ---------------- TIME FUZES-

HANDLECAREFULLY

UNO serial number ------------ 0029UNO proper shipping name- Detonators,

non-electricDODIC ----------------------------- M542NSN--------------------------------- Not availableDrawing ---------------------------- F 73-9-11OPackaging ------------------------- 10 detonators per

cardboard box; 6boxes in an innerpacking; 4 innerpacks (200 deto-nators) perwooden box

Packing box:Weight --------------------------- 53 lbDimensions --------------------- 21-1/2 in, x 17-

11/16 in. x 18-18/32 in. (approx)

Cube ------------------------------ 4.05 cu ft


References:

FM 5-250TM 9-1375-213-12TM 9-1375-213-34

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Classification:

OBS AMCTCM 6418, dtd 1968.

The 8-Second Friction Delay Detonator is adevice used to initiate demolition charges after8-seconds delay. This delay detonator is effec-tive during assault operations and may be usedunder water.

Description:

This delay detonator consists of a cylindrical-shaped plastic housing containing a pull wirecoated with a friction material. The pull wire isset in a flash compound. A tube set in thelower end of the housing is a combination delayand blasting cap. There is a 15-second delay-mix facing the friction lighter side, followed byan igniter charge, and then a primer chargeand, finaIly, a blasting cap mix. There is a pro-tective cap covering the blasting cap end and asafety cotter pin with a ring for extractingwhich is positioned through the pull wire toblock its premature movement.

This detonator is identical to the 8-SecondDelay Friction Detonator M2. The 15-Second

Delay Detonator has a pull ring on the frictionwire, while the 8-Second Delay has a T han-dle. Each delay detonator is appropriatelymarked.

Functioning:

With the safety pin removed, the pull wirehandle (ring) is pulled to draw the friction-coated portion of the pull wire through the flash charge. This ignites the delay column. Atthe end of 15 seconds, the flame reaches theend of the delay mix and ignites the ignitermix. This in turn initiates the primer chargewhich then detonates the blasting cap portion.The detonation in turn sets off the demolitioncharge.

Tabulated Data:

Container material ------------- PlasticColor -------------------------------- Olive drabWeight ------------------------------ 8 oz (approx)Dimensions:

Length --------------------------- 6 in. (approx)Diameter ------------------------ 3/4 in. (approx)

Filler-------------------------------- Friction powderdelay mix, andRDX

Method of actuation ------------ Pull wire

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Quantity-distance class -------Storage compatibility group -DOT shipping classification -DOT designation ----------------

UNO serial number ------------UNO proper shipping name -

DODIC -----------------------------NSN---------------------------------Drawing ----------------------------Packaging -------------------------

1.1

TIME FUZES -HANDLECAREFULLY0029Detonators,non-electricM541Not availableF 73-9-11010 detonators percardboard box; 6boxes in an innerpacking 4 innerpacks (240 deto-nators) perwooden box

*Packing box:Weight --------------------------- 53 lbDimensions --------------------- 21-1/2 in. x 17-

11/16 in. x 18-18/32 in. (approx)

cube ------------------------------ 4,05 cu ft-

NOTE: See DOD Consolidated AmmuntionCatalog for complete packing data includingNSNS.

References:

F M 5 - 2 5 0TM 9-1375-213-12TM 9-1375-213-34

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Classification:

C & T Material Status record 11756003.

Percussion Detonator M2A1 is a device usedto initiate demolition charges after an 8-seconddelay. This type of detonator can be used underwater, and is particularly effective duringassault demolition.

Description:

The detonator consists of a firing pin assem-bly, a delay housing and primer holder assem-bly and a special blasting cap. The firing pinand spring, comprising the main component ofthe firing pin assembly are held in position by asafety pin and a release pin. The primer holderis fitted with a percussion primer, and the delayhousing contains a delay train of a pyro-technical mixture, The blasting cap is similar tothe M7 blasting cap. The main difference isthat the igniter compound is adjusted to main-tain a certain dimension at the open end of thecup. The 15-second delay percussion detonatormav be distinguished from the 8-second delavpercussion detonator by the markings on thesurface of the delay housings and by the shapes

of the release pull rings. The 15-second delaypercussion detonator has a circular pull ring.While the pull on 8-second delay detonator isshaped like a T.

Functioning

After the safety pin is removed and therelease pin is pulled, the firing pin strikes theprimer which ignites the pyrotechnic delaytrain. At the end of the delay train, the burn-ing powder ignites the igniter mix in the blast-ing cap and, consequently, the blasting cap deto-nates other explosives. It should be noted thatabove 60F the actual delay time will be lessthan nominal and below 60F the delay timewill be greater.

Tabulated Data:

Container material ------------- MetalColor -------------------------------- Olive drab w/yel-

low markingsWeight ------------------------------ 3 ozDimensions:

Length --------------------------- 7-1/3 in.Diameter ------------------------ 7/16 in.

Filler -------------------------------- Delay mix, prim-er-mix and RDX

Method of actuation ------------ Release pin

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Quantity-distance class -------Storage compatibility group -DOT shipping classification -UNO serial number ------------UNO proper shipping name -DODIC -----------------------------DOT designation ----------------

NSN ---------------------------------Drawing ----------------------------Packaging -------------------------

1.1BClass A0257Fuzes, detonatingM448TIME FUZES -HANDLECAREFULLY1375-00-729-43758799903One detonatorper tube assem-bly 10 tubeassemblies perpaperboard car-ton, one cartonper barrier bag,5 bags per fiber-board outercarton, each outercarton in outerbarrier bag, 4outer barrier bagsper wooden box.

*Packing box:Weight (w/contents) --------- 62 lbDimensions --------------------- 21-1/2 in. x 17-

11/16 in, x 18-15/32 in.

Cube ------------------------------ 4.05 cu ft


References:

FM 5-250TM 9-1375-213-12TM 9-1375-213-34

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Classification:

Std OTCM 36841, dtd

cord or other firing systems. The concussiondetonator is actuated when it receives a detona-

1958. tion wave or an impulse through water or air.

Description:

Concussion Detonator Kit Ml is a mechani- Each kit contains a firing mechanism, a cou-cal device used to simultaneously detonate a pling base and blasting cap assembly and twonumber of demolition charges, underwater or salt delay pellets. Their details are as follows:above ground. It is distinguish by the factthat simultaneus detonation occurs without The firing mechanism has a convex, snap-connecting demolition charges by detonating type, bronze diaphragm faced with a sheet-bru ber diaphragm and a protective grill. The

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bronze diaphragm is positioned directly above asplit firing pin release spring which, togetherwith a steel safety ball and a cotter pin, holdsthe firing pin spring in the SAFE position. Aperforated pellet sleeve mounted above the fir-ing pin houses a metal spacer and a salt pellet.A removable paper pellet-sleeve cover preventsthe salt pellet from dissolving prematurely. Forshipping and storage, the firing mechanism is fit-ted with a base plug.

The coupling base and blasting cap assemblyconsists of threaded coupling base assembledwith a primer and a blasting cap.

The two salt delay pellets, used in under-water installation only, are color coded toindicate delay times. The blue pellet takesapproximately 3-112 minutes to dissolve; the yel-low pellet, approximately 7 minutes.

Functioning:

Underwater. When the safety pin is pulledand the pellet sleeve cover removed, waterflows through the holes in the pellet sleeve, dis-solving the salt pellet. With the salt pellet dis-solved, the metal spacer and safety ball are freeto move up in the pellet sleeve, leaving the fir-ing pin release spring as the only restraint onthe firing pin. Detonation is initiated by ashock wave from a detonating charge nearby.When the shock wave strikes the diaphragm, itsnaps back against the firing release spring,driving the firing pin into the primer. Theprimer initiates the blasting cap which deto-nated the demolition charge. Do not use thisconcussion detonator in depths of more than 15feet. The hydrostatic pressure at greaterdepths may function the device.

In air. The salt pellet and pellet sleeve coverare not used in above ground installations. Thedetonator functions above ground the same asunderwater except that there is no delay in arm-ing after the safety cotter pin is removed.

Tabulated Data:

Container material ------------- Metal-------------------------------- Olive drab w/yel-

low markingsWeight ------------------------------ 11 ozDimensions:

Length --------------------------- 5 in.Diameter ------------------------ 3 in. (max)

Explosive components --------- Primer, blastingcap

Method of actuation ------------ Shock wave



UNO serial number ------------UNO proper shipping name -DODIC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .NSN ---------------------------------Drawing ----------------------------Packaging -------------------------

*Packing box:Weight (w/contents) ---------Dimensions ---------------------

Cube ------------------------------

(04) 1.2Bclass cDETONATINGFUZES0107Fuzes, detonatingM5401375-00-028-517373-9-104One kit per metalcontainer, her-metically sealed;50 containers perwooden box

59 lb20-3/8 in. x 18-3/16 in. x 11-1/32in.2.4 cu ft


References:

FM 5-250TM 9-1375-213-12TM 9-1375-213-34

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Use:

Detonating Cord is used to prime and deto-nate other explosive charges.

Description:

Although specification MIL-C-17124 lists 12different detonating cords, this data sheetaddresses Type I, Class E only because it is theonly detonating cord standard for U.S. Armyuse. This type of detonating cord consists of acore of high velocity explosive in a seamless tex-tile tube. The tube is covered with a thin layerof asphalt, and sheathed in an outer cover ofplastic coated textile. The plastic outer cover issmooth and colored olive drab. It has a detonat-ing velocity of not less than 5,900 meters per sec-ond.

Functioning:

When the explosive core of the detonatingcord is detonated by a blasting cap, the detonat-ing wave travels along the cord to other blast-ing caps or explosive charges attached to it.

Tabulated Data:

Color -------------------------------- Olive drabFiller -------------------------------- PETNWeight (per 1000 ft):

--------------------------- 22 lbDiameter:

Type I Class E ----------------- 0.235 in.Method of actuation ------------ Blasting cap


Quantity-distance class -------Storage compatibility group-DOT shipping classification -DOT designation ----------------

UNO serial number ------------UNO proper shipping name -DODIC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Packaging -------------------------

Class CCORDDETONATINGFUSE-HANDLECAREFULLY0065Cord, detonatingM456100 to 1000foot/spool; up to8 0 0 0 f o o t / w o o d e nbox

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*Packing box: References:Weight ----------------------------- As requiredDimensions --------------------- As requiredCube ------------------------------ As required

FM 5-250TM 9-1375-213-12

*NOTE: See DOD Consolidated AmmunitionTM 9-1375-213-34

Catalog for complete packing data includingNSNS.

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Use:

Inert detonating cord is used in training dem-olition personnel in the proper procedures forpriming demolition charges.

PVC

Description:

This inert detonating cord, similar to Type I,Class E in construction and external appear-ance, consists of an asphalt-coated cotton tubesheathed in an outer cover of smooth plasticcoated rayon. The inert cord differs from theservice cord in that the cord of the trainingitem is inert loaded with poly-vinyl chloride(PVC) filler and the plastic outer coat is blue.

Functioning:

The inert detonating cord is used in demon-stration and training for demolition and its

does not perform any ballistic function.

Tabulated Data:

Color . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . BlueWeight (per 1000 ft) ------------ 22 lbDiameter -------------------------- Approx 0.235 in.Filler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


Quantity-distance class ------- N/AStorage compatibility group - N/ADOT shipping classification - N/ADOT designation ---------------- N/ADODIC ----------------------------- M458Specification -------------------- MIL-C-17124Packaging ------------------------- As required

References:

FM 5-250TM 9-1375-213-12TM 9-1375-213-34

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Std A AMCTCM 3802, dtd 1965.

Use:

The coupling base provides the meansfor holding a primer and positioning it in a fir-ing device so that the firing pin of the firingdevice will strike it properly to function theprimer, It is designed for assembly to any mili-tary standard nonelectric blasting cap. Firingdevices are supplied with base couplings. Basecouplings are stocked for use in renovation andfor use in replacement of base couplingsexpended in training.

Description:

The base is fitted with an M27 primer onone end and the other end is fitted with a protec-tive shipping cap. The coupling base has twosets of external threads. One end permitsassembly into the firing devices and the otherend can be threaded into the explosives cap-well, The rubber seal in the nipple seals the cou-

pling into the blasting cap. The blasting capuser crimps the blasting cap onto the nipple.

The coupling base is cylindrical in shape andis made of metal.

Functioning:

When the firing device functions, its firingpin strikes the primer. The primer ignites and,m turn, initiates the blasting cap. The blastingcap functions the explosive charge.

Tabulated Data:

Item material -------------------- Zinc based cast-ing alloy

Color . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Olive drabDimensions:

Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 in.Diameter ------------------------ 3/4 in.

Explosive component ---------- M27 (old) orM39A1 (new)primer or com-mercial equiva-lent

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Std A AMCTCM 3802, dtd 1965.

The coupling base provides the meansfor holding a primer and positioning it in a fir-ing device so that the firing pin of the firingdevice will strike it properly to function theprimer. It is especially designed for assembly toan M7 blasting cap. Firing devices are suppliedwith base couplings. Those currently stockedhave metallic ones; new procurements will con-tain this base coupling, Base couplings arestocked for use in renovation and for use inreplacement of base couplings expended in train-ing.

Description:

This item is comprised of three main plasticpieces:

A base fitted with an M39A1 primer on oneend and the other end covered with a protectiveshipping cap. The base has two sets of externalthreads. The primer side has threads to permitthe assembly to firing devices and the other endhas threads to accommodate a nut, such that it

will jam the flared end of an M7 blasting capagainst the protrusion and make a watertightseal (similar in part to a tubing compression fit-ting).

A nut which has internal threads to matewith the base and external threads to matewith demolition charges. The nut is so con-structed that its internal conical shape mateswith the conical shape of the base (blasting capend).

A gasket is positioned on the nut to assure awatertight fit between the nut and the explo-sive item.

Functioning:

When the firing device functions, its firingpin strikes the primer, The primer ignites and,in turn, initiates the blasting cap. The blastingcap functions the explosive charge.

Tabulated Data:

Item material -------------------- PlasticColor ------------------------- Black, olive drabDimensions:

Length --------------------- 1 in.Diameter ----------------- 3/4 in.

Explosive component ---------- M39A1 primer

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UNO serial number ------------UNO proper shipping name -DODIC -----------------------------Drawing ----------------------------Packaging -------------------------

1.4scPERCUSSIONFUZES0044Primers, cap typeM3278837262250 per carton,6 cartons (1500boxes) wooden

in.Cube ------------------------------ 2.5 cu ft50/waterproof carton -------- 10 carton (500

case/wooden box)


References:

MLB-11596

TM 911375-213-12TM 9-1375-213-34

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Std A.

The coupling body provides the means forholding a primer and positioning it in a firingdevice so that the firing pin of the firing devicewill strike it properly to function the primer. Italso provides the means of securing a blastingcap to the firing device so that it will be be initi-ated by firing of the primer. The coupling bodyis functionally interchangeable with the cou-pling bases used with older firing devices in thismode of operation and has the additional alter-nate capability of lighting time blasting fuse forshort delay type boobytraps. The coupling bodyis currently (1980) issue only as a componentof the M142 Firing device.

Description:

The coupling body is a cylindrical plasticassembly that contains the explosive initiatingelement, an M42 primer, and a screw-on capassembly that will secure either a nonelectricblasting cap or a time blasting fuse into thebody. The primer end is threaded to fit into the

body of a mechanical firing device. The otherend is threaded to mate with the capwells ofolder explosive charges or (by threading on thepacking nut) to provide a waterproof sealaround the blasting cap or time blasting fuse.

Functioning

When the firing device functions, its firingpin strikes the primer. The primer ignites and,in turn, initiates the blasting cap or lights thetime blasting fuse.

Tabulated Data:

Item material --------------- PlasticColor ----------------------- Black, olive drabDimensions:

Length ------------------ 1-9/16 in.Diameter --------------- 9/16 in.

Explosive component ---------- M42 primer


Quantity-distance class ------- 1.4Storage compatibility group - SDOT shipping classification - CDOT designation ------------ PERCUSSSION

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UNO serial number ------------ 0044 References:UNO proper shipping name - Primer, cap typeDODIC ----------------------------- Not available MIL-B-11596

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C&T MSRS 1176003.

Firing Device M1, a release-type device, actu-ated by the removal of a restraining weight, isused in setting up boobytraps.

Description:

This firing device has a cube-shaped bodvwith a primed coupling base extending fromone side. The opposite side is fitted with a

detachable cover. The body houses the firingmechanism which includes a firing pin, aspring, a spring lever and a latch. The latchengages a lip on the lever and extends throughan opening in the top of the body to a bracketmounted above the coupling device. The latchis held in safe position y a safety pin insertedthrough the bracket. Holes on opposite sides ofthe body permit the insertion of a nail or heavy-gauge wire for added safety . A nailing bracketis welded to the base of the device for use ininstallation. The coupling base, fitted with acelluloid protector used during shipping andstorage is threaded externally for assemblywith the boobytrap. A restraining weight of 3 pounds or more is needed on the spring latchwhen the device is installed.

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Upon removal of the restraining weight, thelatch releases the spring lever which springs for-ward in a 75 degree arc to strike the firing pin.This initiates the primer in the coupling base.which in turn ignites the coupled blasting capand the resulting detonating lasting cap setsoff the explosive device.

Tabulated Data:

Container material -------------Color ------------------------

Demensions (w/coupling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Filler --------------------------Method of actuation ------------

SteelOlive drab orplated steel(silver or cad-mium gold)

2 in. x 2 in. x 3 in.Primer mixtureRemoval ofrestraining load


Quantity-distance class ------- 1.4Storage compatibility group - SDOT shipping

classification ------------------- Class C

DOT designation ---------------- PERCUSSION

UNO serial number ------------ 0349UNO proper shipping name - Articles, explo-

sive, n.o.sDODIC ----------------------------- M631Drawing ---------------------------- D39661-1Packaging ------------------------- 4 per chipboard

box, 20 boxes(80 devices) perwooden box

*Packing box:Weight (w/contents) --------- 44.1 lbDimensions --------------------- 26-1/4 in. x 10-1/2

in. x 8-1/2 in.Cube ------------------------------ 1.35 cu ft


References:

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Contingency MSRS

Firing Device M1

under tension. A safety strip, color coded foridentification, is positioned through a hole in

11756003. hthe firing pin housing to block t e firing pinfrom striking the primer prematurely. The sixdifferent colors of the safety strip denote the sixdifferent time delays.

is a chemically timeddevice used for delayed action firing of mines

Functioning:and demolition charges.

Description:

The device consists of a two-piece tubularbody The two tubes are joined together by aplug. One half of the body is brass; the otherhalf very thin copper. The copper half contains asealed glass ampoule filled with a corrosionchemical. The brass half houses a firing pinand spring and is fitted with a primed base cou-pling. A restraining wire, attached to the cop-per end of the body extends through the entirelength of the body to the firing pin. It holdsthe firing pin in a cocked position so that the fir-ing pin spring is compressed and the wire is

The copper portion holding the glassampoule is squeezed, the glass ampoule breaks,releasing its chemical filler. The chemicalreacts with the restraining wire at a predeter-mined rate. When the wire is eaten through,the firing pin is released and is driven by thespring into the primer in the coupling base.The resulting flame of the primer ignites theblasting cap, which is attached to base coupling,and consequently detonates the mine or demoli-tion charge. It should be noted that the lengthof delay time is affected by extremes in tempera-ture to the extent that it increases at lowtemperatures and decreases at high tempera-tures.

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Tabulated Data:

Body material -------------------- Brass and copperColor of firing device ----------- Olive drab w/yel-

low markingsColor coding of safety strips:

6 to 14 minute delay --------- Black12 to 32 minute delay ------- Red45 to 115 minute delay ----- White100 to 280 minute delay ---- Green210 to 570 minute delay ---- Yellow610 to 1130 minute delay -- Blue

Weight ------------------------------ 1.5 ozDimensions:

Length --------------------------- 5-1/4 in.Diameter ------------------------ 5/8 in.

Filler -------------------------------- Primer mixtureMethod of actuation ------------ Pressure


Quantity-distance class ------- 1.4Storage compatibility group - SDOT shipping classification - Class CDOT designation ---------------- PERCUSSION

UNO serial number ------------ 0349UNO proper shipping name - Articles, explo-

sive, n.o.s.DODIC:

Color Code:Black --------------------------- M616(Mixed Pack) Red,White, Green,Yellow, Blue ---------------- M617

Red ----------------------------- M619White -------------------------- M620Green -------------------------- M621Yellow ------------------------- M622

Blue ----------------------------Drawing -------------------------*Packing ----------------------

**Packing box:Weight (w/contents) ---------Dimensions ---------------------

Cube ------------------------------

M623884678410 per setup box,1 box per vaporbarrier bag, 15bagged boxes percarton, 1 cartonper bag, 3 baggedcartons (450devices) per wire-bound woodenbox

56 lb16-2/16 in. x 14-1/2 in. x 8-27/32i n .1.2 cu ft

*Packaged as described herein except as notedbelow.

Yellow and Green packed 10/carton, 12 car-tons/waterproof lined wooden box.

Mixed packed in sets of 10 red, 3 white, 3 green,one yellow and one blue per fiberboard box, and5 boxes per wooden carton.


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FIRING DEVICE, DEMOLITION: M1, PULL TYPE


Std A AMCTCM, dtd 1968.

Pull-type firing Device M1, activated only bya pull on a trip wire, is used in setting up booby-traps, boobytrapping mines, and as an actuatorfor improvised antipersonnel mines.

Description:

This tiring device consists of a cylindricalcase (body), head and coupling base. The head,which is permanently joined to the case, con-tains a release pin, release pin ring, a loadingspring and a safety pin. The case, which con-tains the firing mechanism consisting of the fir-ing pin and compression spring, also contains apositive safety pin. The coupling base, which is

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screwed into the case, contains the primer. Theouter end of the coupling base is threaded to fitactivators and demolition charge capwells. Ablasting cap may be assembled to the nipple.The pull-ring end of the tiring pin, which is slot-ted axially to form four jaws, passes through acylindrical opening in the case. The end of therelease pin, fitting into an axial hole in the slot-ted end of the firing pin, causes it to engage onthe upper surface of the opening, therebyrestraining downward movement of the firingin. The safety pin, which passes through aRole in the head and

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