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Updated: August 16, 2022
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Minimize Shrapnel Damage
Non-Electric
Initiation
Dual, MS
Construction, Mining, Quarrying
Surface, Underground
Product Description
Viperdet Dual is a non-electric detonator, comprised of an orange shock tube, a high strength down-the-hole delay detonator and a low base charge surface delay detonator in a connector block. The unit is designed to ensure easy connection and reliable initiation, while minimizing shrapnel damage to exposed shock tube.
Application
Viperdet Dual is the equivalent of using a Viperdet MS and a Viperdet QS together.
The surface connector can be used to connect to other Viperdet Dual units to nearby blast holes, providing delayed initiation timing.
Viperdet Dual non-electric detonators must not be used in flammable environments such as methane or coal dust.
Viperdet non-electric detonators are safe against extraneous electric currents except lightning.
Features
Detonator strength: No. 8 detonator fitted with a double crimp.
Shock tube: Orange, with three layers coiled in a 'Figure 80' for ease of deployment and the avoidance of tangles. The shock tube is resistant to abrasion and designed to elongate to avoid tensile strength damage under normal use conditions.
Connector: Plastic, designed to initiate up to eight shock tubes. Colour-coded blocks are used to distinguish different delay periods.
Label tag: Water resistant. Laser printing provides clear and smudge resistant timing and product information.
Guidelines for Use
Priming and Initiation
Viperdet Dual non-electric detonators can be used to prime the full range of BME's detonator sensitive products.
To prevent a snap, slap, and shoot incident (unexpected detonation) never pull or stretch non-electric shock tube to the point of breaking.
Ground Temperature
This product may be used in ground temperatures up to a maximum of 65°C (150°F). If the application requires use outside of this temperature range please contact a BME Technical Representative for additional guidance.
Sleep Time
The recommended maximum sleep time is 21 days. If the application requires longer in-hole sleep time, please consult with a BME Technical Representative for guidance.
Handling and Storage
All explosives must be transported and stored in accordance with relevant local, state and federal regulations.
Viperdet Dual shelf life is 24 months when stored in the original packaging, under dry conditions at moderate temperatures, and in a well ventilated and approved magazine.
Product Specifications
1.1B Classification (standard packaging - nominal values)
1.4B Classification (special packaging - nominal values)
Specific Properties
Product Risk Profile
All explosives are classified as dangerous goods and may cause damage to property, personal harm, or death, if not used correctly.
Severe detonation hazard when exposed to heat.
Detonation may occur from impact, friction, or excessive heating.
Never attempt to fight explosives fires.
First Aid: Refer to Safety Data Sheet for first-aid information.
UN Classification for Transportation and Storage
Class 1.1B, UN 0360, DETONATOR ASSEMBLIES, NON-ELECTRIC
Class 1.4B, UN 0361, DETONATOR ASSEMBLIES, NON-ELECTRIC
Class 1.4S, UN 0500, DETONATOR ASSEMBLIES, NON-ELECTRIC
Safe Use
- Never fight explosive fires.
- Refer to Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for first aid information.
- All explosives must be transported and stored in accordance to relevant regulations.
- All explosives are classified as dangerous goods and may cause damage to property, personal harm, or death, if not used correctly.
- Always keep products away from sources of heat, sparks, flame or hot surfaces and avoid mixing with combustibles or incompatible materials.
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