NPFC - MIL-R-48878
RDX/ESTANE (PBX 0280) MOLDING POWDER (FOR USE IN AMMUNITION)
| Organization: | NPFC |
| Publication Date: | 4 December 1975 |
| Status: | active |
| Page Count: | 11 |
scope:
-This specification covers a high-energy solid explosive composed of RDX and a polyurethane resin which acts as a binder and desensitizer for the RDX (see 6.3).
-The RDX/Polyurethane molding powder shall be of the following types, as specified (see 6.1):
Type I - Coarse
Type II - Fine
intended Use:
-The material covered in this specification is intended to be used for application as an explosive where high energy and good thermal stability are needed in ammunition items.
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