The ingredients of Water Gel explosives are based on solution of nitrates with 10 to 15% water. It is essentially
thickened aqueous solution of oxidizer and fuel. The salt is dispersed, additionally oxidized and then
sensitizers are added. Water Gel explosive is in the form of uid, pumpable and essentially miscible with water.
These are in the form of chemically cross-linked material of dough like consistency feature good water
resistance and adjustable density
It is suitable for bench blasting, tunnel blasting & all types of mining. Water Gel is very safe explosives for
handling, it is only detonate when initiate with no.8 cap.
Detail | Specification |
Physical Appearance | Steel Gray Color, ne gel form, homogeneous mixture. |
Density | 1.2 - 1.35 g/cc |
Lead Block Expansion | 400ml |
VOD | 3000 - 5500 m/s |
Water Resistance | Fair |
Gap Sensitivity | 50 - 80mm |
Initiation Sensitivity | No. 8 Cap |
Shelf Life | 6 Months |
Diameter/Size | 25mm - 120mm & as per customer's requirement. |
Packing | 25kg card board boxes, Film Tube |
Storage | Store in dry and well-ventilated conditions. |