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Updated: September 9, 2022
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Equipment
Electric
Initiation
Construction, Mining, Quarrying
Surface, Underground
Product Description
Viperdet Shock Tube is used in conjunction with a Viperdet Trunkline non-electric detonator for primary initiation of non-electric shock tube blasts.
Application
ViperDet Shock Tube is designed for use in surface and underground applications.
ViperDet 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.
Guidelines for Use
System Usage
Viperdet Shock Tube can be spliced into a Viperdet Trunkline for initiation of of up to eight shock tubes.
Priming and Initiation
To prevent a snap, slap, and shoot incident (unexpected detonation) never pull or stretch non-electric shock tube to the point of breaking.
Never allow vehicle entanglement with ViperDet Shock Tube.
Handling and Storage
All explosives must be transported and stored in accordance with relevant local, state and federal regulations.
ViperDet Shock Tube shelf life is 36 months when stored in the original packaging, under dry conditions and moderate temperate, and in a well ventilated and approved magazine.
Packaging
Case Dimensions (L × W × H): 508 mm × 254 mm × 279 mm (20 in × 10 in × 11 in)
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
All explosives must be transported in accordance with relevant local, state and federal regulations.
ViperDet Shock Tube 1.4S Classification:
Each case has a single layer that contains two spools.
Hazardous Material Classification:
Articles, Explosives, N.O.S. Class and Division 1.4S, PGII, UN 0349.
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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