Igniters
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These devices use a precisely controlled pyrotechnic reaction to
produce a specified output of hot particles.
Applications include:
• Igniting safety fuses
• Propellants or heat powders
• Thermal batteries
• Metal oxidant mixes
• Other deflagrating materials.
EP-200 Igniter
EP-200
The EP-200 Electric Igniter is a highly
reliable electroexplosive device.
A typical function of an electric igniter
is to activate thermal batteries,
propellants, or other fuels.
Variations
Variations can be made in ring characteristics,
output charge and overall conguration to
accommodate customer requirements. For these
or other possible alterations please consult an
EaglePicher representative.
Characteristics
Some of the characteristics listed here are nominal;
others are levels to which the units have been tested.
There are no limits on design capabilities. Please
consult an EaglePicher representative before using
this data as a specication.
Specifications
Electrical
Pre-re Insulation Resistance
20 megohm minimum at 500 Vdc
per MIL-STD-202. Method 302
(between shorted leads and case).
Electrostatic Discharge
25kV from a 500 picofarad capacitor
with a 5 kohm resistor in series
without ring (between shorted
leads and case).
Additional Electrical Characteristics See chart at end of section
Mechanical
Size See Drawing
Weight 0.7 gm Max.
Case Nickel plated gilding metal
Lead 0.030” diameter
Caloric Output 35 calories nominal
Chemical
Ignition Compounds LMNR/KCLO
3
Output Compound Zirconium Ferric Oxide
Freight Classication
Shipping Name Igniter
Identication Number UN0325
Hazard Classication 1.4S
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