Shock Tube System

ST Starter 65 m

The Shock Tube System™ is a versatile non-electric initiation system designed primarily for demanding military applications and tasks applicable among Police and Rescue forces.

The Shock Tube System™ matches various types of explosive charges for use in different kinds of blasting operations. It gives reliable initiation of charges used for EOD, cutting, demolition etc. The system is also well-suited for smaller fortification works and rock-blasting operations.

Features

  • A full range initiation system for firing of various types of explosive charges
  • Unmatched safety — virtually insensitive to electric and electromagnetic hazards
  • Outstanding reliability and durability in demanding and extreme environments
  • Robust and user-friendly design
  • Quick and simple learning
  • Self sufficient and independent function — no battery packs etc.
  • Simplified logistics thanks to a minimum of stock items

Technical data

Product Standard Options
ST Detonator
  • 7,8m
  • Transportation class 1.4S
  • Detonator delay 40 ms
  • Mil green shock tube Ø3,0 mm
  • Other shock tube lenghts
  • Other delays on detonators
  • Black shock tube Ø3,0 mm
  • Connector
  • Black “Minitube” Ø2,4 mm
ST Starter
  • 30, 65, 100, 320 m
  • Transportation class 1.4S
  • Detonator delay 40 ms
  • Mil green shock tube Ø3,0mm
  • Other shock tube lenghths
  • Other delays on detonators
  • Black shock tube Ø3,0mm
  • Black “Minitube” Ø2,4 mm
RFS 10 m
  • Instantaneous detonator
  • Transportation class 1.4S
  • Mil green shock tube Ø3,0mm
  • Other delays on detonators
  • Black shock tube Ø3,0 mm
ST System 30 sec
  • Instantaneous detonator
  • Percussion cap + grip switch
  • Mil green shock tube Ø3,0mm
  • Other delays on detonators
  • Black shock tube Ø3,0 mm
  • Choice of shock tube length

Packaging and shipping

Almost all ST Systems are packed in transportation class 1.4S as standard. The systems are at standard packed in sealed aluminium foil bags and in type approved cardboard boxes (4D) granting a shelf-life of up to 10 years.

Other transportation classes (1.1B and 1.4B) can be applied upon request, as well as using a metal case as outer box (4A or 4B).

Far right: Cardboard box marked with contents label and dangerous goods label. Right: Aluminium bag with contents label.

Packaging for the Shock Tube System

Full range of products

Supplementing the products described herein any length from 1.2 up to 320 metres of the standard products can be supplied. The detonator delay time can also be chosen between 40 ms (instantaneous) and 8000 ms. In addition customer designed systems may also be offered on request.

Additional information

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