From the Improvised Munitions Handbook
Department of the Army
TM 31-120
Article#2: Pastic Explosive Filler
A plastic
explosive filler can be made from potassium chlorate and petroleum jelly. This explosive can be
detonated with commercial #8 or any military blasting cap.
Material Required How
Used
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Potassium chlorate Medicine
Manufacture of
matches
Petroleum Jelly Medicine
Lubricant
Stirring utensil
Widebowl
Procedure
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1. Spread potassium
chlorate crystals thinly on a hard surface and pulverize them with a hard object. Crush into a fine
powder until it looks like wheat flour.
2. Place 9 parts powdered potassium chlorate
and 1 part petroleum jelly in a wide bowl or similar container. Mix ingredients with hands(knead)
until a uniform paste is obtained.
3. Store explosive in a waterproof container until
ready for use.
This simple procedure for plastic explosive works. A slight
difficulty lies in initiating the explosion. This explosive requires significant activation energy.
Look for further articles on the preparation of detonators.
The creation of pyrotechnics is a
dangerous affair. Always be careful when using them. I am not responsible with what you do with this
information.
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