A-IX-2

Mixture A-IX-2 is a homogeneous, free-flowing, non-hygroscopic, steel-gray substance, a mechanical mixture containing 80% A-IX-1 and 20% aluminum powder. It is used for filling artillery ammunition.

Characteristics of A-IX-2

Impact sensitivity
76%
Ignition temperature
207 °C
Density
1730 kg/m³
Detonation velocity
8000 m/s
Specific energy of explosive transformation
6.4 MJ/kg
Blasting effect
530
Brisance
22
Specific volume of detonation products
0.75
Guaranteed shelf life
20 years