TECHNICAL DATA SHEET
UNIMAX® PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
UNIMAX is an extra gelatin dynamite formulated to
Extra Gelatin Nitroglycerin Dynamite consistently deliver high detonation velocity and excellent water resistance.
UNIMAX is designed to satisfy the vast majority of explosive applications in
hard rock and may be used as the main explosive charge where high density
SDS
Properties #1019
and energy is required or as a primer for ANFO.
Density (g/cc) Avg 1.51 APPLICATION RECOMMENDATIONS
• UNIMAX is an excellent primer for DYNOMIX (ANFO), DYNOMIX-WR (WR
Energy cal/g (cal/cc)
a
1,055 (1,510)
ANFO) or other detonator sensitive packaged product and can be used as a
Relative Weight Strength b
1.20 secondary primer in hard seams or at the top of the explosive column.
Relative Bulk Strength b
2.10 • Minimum diameter is 25 mm (1 in).
Velocity m/sec (ft/sec)
c
5,300 (17,400)
• Minimum detonator is No. 8 strength.
Detonation Pressurec (Kbars) 106
• Storage at elevated temperatures and/or high humidity for 1 to 6 months can
Gas Volumea (moles/kg) 32 reduce the performance of Unimax depending on the diameter. Consult your
Water Resistance Excellent Dyno Nobel representative for specific recommendations.
Fume Class IME1 & NRCan1d • Dynamites are susceptible to sympathetic detonation when applied in very
wet conditions where boreholes are closely spaced and/or where geological
a
All Dyno Nobel Inc. energy and gas volume values are calculated using PRODET™ the conditions promote this effect. Consult your Dyno Nobel representative for
computer code developed by Dyno Nobel Inc. for its exclusive use. Other computer codes
recommendations where these conditions exist.
may give different values.
b
ANFO = 1.00 @ 0.82 g/cc
c
Unconfined @ 50 mm (2 in) diameter.
d
Approved by Natural Resources Canada as Fume Class 1.
Hazardous Shipping Description
Explosive, Blasting, Type A, 1.1D, UN 0081 II
Product Disclaimer: Please see reverse side.
TECHNICAL DATA SHEET
UNIMAX® TRANSPORTATION, STORAGE AND
HANDLING
Extra Gelatin Nitroglycerin Dynamite • UNIMAX must be transported, stored, handled and used in conformity with all
applicable federal, state, provincial and local laws and regulations.
• For maximum shelf-life, dynamite must be stored in cool, dry and well-ventilated
Packaging magazines. Dynamite inventory should always be rotated by using the oldest
materials first. For recommended best practices in transporting, storing,
Net Explosive handling and using this product, see the booklet “Prevention of Accidents in
Diameter x Length
Quantity / Case Weight* the Use of Explosive Materials” packed inside each case and the Safety Library
mm in kg lbs Publications of the Institute of Makers of Explosives.
25 x 200 1x8 140 20.4 44.8
32 x 200 11/4 x 8 88 20.0 44.0
32 x 400 11/4 x 16 44 20.0 44.0
40 x 200 11/2 x 8 60 19.4 42.6
40 x 400 11/2 x 16 30 20.5 45.0
50 x 200a 2 x 8a 34 19.3 42.5
50 x 400a 2 x 16a 18 21.1 46.6
60 x 400a 21/4 x 16a 13 18.4 40.6
65 x 400a 21/2 x 16a 10 18.6 41.0 a
Available in spiral tube shell with tapered end.
75 x 200 a
3x8 a
16 19.9 43.7 • Note: all weights are approximate.
75 x 400a 3 x 16a 8 20.4 44.8 • Product density is 1.50 g/cc for package diameters less than 50 mm (2 in). Use cartridge count to
determine actual explosive charge weight.
89 x 400a 31/2 x 16a 5 17.8 39.3
• UNIMAX is available in a wide variety of sizes. Custom sizes are subject to surcharge and may
102 x 400 a
4 x 16a 4 18.4 40.6 require longer than usual lead times.
*Add two pounds for Gross Case Weight
Case Dimensions **Available upon request. Check with your Dyno Nobel representative should you have any questions.
45 x 34 x 17 cm 17¾ x 13⅜ x 6⅜ in
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Product Disclaimer: Dyno Nobel Inc. and its subsidiaries disclaim any warranties with respect to this product, the safety or suitability thereof, or the results to be obtained, whether express or implied, INCLUDING WITHOUT
LIMITATION, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND/OR OTHER WARRANTY. Buyers and users assume all risk, responsibility and liability whatsoever from any and
all injuries (including death), losses, or damages to persons or property arising from the use of this product. Under no circumstances shall Dyno Nobel Inc. or any of its subsidiaries be liable for special, consequential or
incidental damages or for anticipated loss of profits.
