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CONCUSSION MORTAR PROXIMITY  FX

Heavy steel 3" dia X 5" long X 1" ID, professional grade concussion mortar welded to a steel plate. Designed for use with up to 1oz concussion powder, with or without sparkle powders. Simply insert and secure an electric match, add powder and fire electrically. Can also be used to fire less energetic compositions as well, such as color flash, sparkle powders, used as a color flame projector and similar use. Designed and built for professional use. Black matte finish.

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SMOKE & MINE POTS - SHALLOW

Heavy schedule steel pots welded to a steel base. Professional grade for frequent use. Shallow pots great for wide spread of smoke powders or mine bags. Can also be used with other non-concussion compositions and effects, simulated artillery hits, phosphorous simulation, gasoline flame projections, etc.

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SFXSMKS/4 - 4" diameter X 2" deep, Matte black - $24.95 - ship wt 5 lbs

                                                                                


THERMITE COMPOSITION - COMMERCIAL BLEND

High quality thermic composition specially blended to produce molten slag alloys and extreme heat in excess of 4500º F to weld metals together or cut through it like a cutting torch. The military used thermite to destroy equipment, documents and other incendiary uses as well as remote welding. Normally difficult to ignite, it can be easily ignited using thermic prime composition, thermic igniters or a small amount of potassium perchlorate and/or magnesium powder. Easily cuts through 1/8" sheet metal in seconds - heavier metals slightly longer depending on thickness. Virtually dozens of uses for camping and survival in any weather or climate. Comes with instructions. This pre-mixed cannot be shipped by any means at this time (non-tested). They may be picked up. Call for details. The industrial thermite (below) and the two part A/B kits CAN be shipped by US Mail with no hazmat fees.    Non-hazmat shipping- No ATFE required to order.

SECTHERM - $9.95/LB - $46.30/ LBS - $87.00/10 LBS (FLAMMABLE SOLID) ORM-D
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Two Part Mixture A/B
$14.95 / lb
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THERMITE COMPOSITION - INDUSTRIAL

High quality industrial thermic composition specially blended for industrial applicatioins to cut or weld thick, heavy metals. This particular thermite is used to weld railroad rails together! It too produces molten slag alloys (in larger volume) and extreme heat in excess of 4500º F to weld metals together or cut through it like a cutting torch. The military uses thermite to destroy equipment, documents and other incendiary uses as well as remote welding. Normally difficult to ignite, it can be easily ignited using thermic prime composition, thermic igniters or a small amount of potassium perchlorate and/or magnesium powder. Easily cuts through 1/4" steel in seconds - heavier metals slightly longer depending on thickness. Virtually dozens of uses for camping and survival in any weather or climate. Comes with instructions.   Non-Hazmat Shipping By US Mail - No ATFE required to order.

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Industrial Strength Thermite
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THERMIC IGNITION COMPOSITION - HIGH EXOTHERMIC

Modified with a thermoplastic resin, this composition is moistened with denatured alcohol and pressed into pellets approx. 6-7 grams each or pressed into a prime composition (not supplied) for easy ignition and placed on top of (into) thermite or other difficult to ignite compositions. Upon ignition, combustion develops extreme exothermic, molten alloy slags and an ash that envelops/covers the reaction keeping the heat where it belongs - at the reaction zone! Very easy to use and inexpensive. One pound will make over 70 6-7 gram pellets - each one will ignite raw thermite! For those who have no prime comp, the addition of 10% (by weight) of Potassium Nitrate will also reduce the ignition point for simple ignition using matches. Hundreds of used!! There isn't another composition like it on the market! Pre-mixed cannot be shipped by any means at this time. They may be picked up. Call for details. The two part A/B kits CAN be shipped by US Mail with no hazmat fees.    Non-hazmat shipping- No ATFE required to order.

SECTIC        $11.25/ LB - $53.75/5 LBS (FLAMMABLE SOLID) ORM-D
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$16.85 / lb
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       bkno3     Ready To Use Ignition Granules                                                       

Boron/Potassium Nitrate Ignition Granules, 10-60 mesh [BKNO3] - Stock # C124BKNO3 - FS

Boron, used extensively in thermic ignition compositions because of its extremely high heat of combustion, is combined with potassium nitrate (75%) and Ethyl Cellulose (1%) granulated into a flowable ignition mixture with a heat of reaction much higher than most any other ignition prime. It is used in many military devices, automotive gas air bag cartridges and other industrial use. This commercially produced igniter composition is 24% Boron for reliable ignition of most any pyrotechnic mixture. With boron prices being what they are, you cannot make it yourself at a lower cost than this, nor will you find it anywhere else at any price! Easy to use, simply press the granules into place or they can be mixed with nitrocellulose lacquer and applied. One pound goes a long way! Weight wise, there is 7000 grains in a pound. It takes as little as 5 grains per device for ignition. That means you will be able to reliably prime up to 1400 devices per pound of BKNO3! Reliable ignition for less than 2¢ each!

While supply lasts. . . . .      This BKNO3 cannot be shipped. It must be picked up at our office.

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FIRST FIRE / PRIME COMPOSITION - THERMIC

For the dozens of you requesting a reliable prime composition without ordering several chemicals to make it, we have tested and added a mixture of ingredients that when combined with an oxidizer (not supplied) will provide a hot first fire reaction to ensure reliable ignition of the main charge. Either Potassium nitrate or Potassium perchlorate may be used with it depending on the type of composition it will be in contact with (compatibility). Add Potassium perchlorate for priming compositions containing Ammonium perchlorate (or compositions requiring higher combustion heat) and Potassium nitrate for others. Pre-mixed cannot be shipped by any means at this time. They may be picked up. Call for details. The two part A/B kits CAN be shipped by US Mail with no hazmat fees.    Non-hazmat shipping- No ATFE required to order.
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$9.95/lb   $46.30/5 lbs   FS
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For pickup at our warehouse only
$205.00   29 lbs ship wt FS


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Two Part Mixture A/B
$14.95 / lb
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DELAY COMPOSITION

Delay compositions are designed to combust slowly yet generate enough heat to initiate a particular reaction within a controlled time span. Typical usage includes delay in rocket motors between propellant burn out and manipulation of the recovery system, in tactical smoke and percussion grenades between fuse ignition and combustion of the smoke or propellant charge, various firework applications and virtually dozens of special effects and theatrical uses. Our delay composition is designed to combust with smoke at an approximate rate of .65 millimeters per second with the addition of 25% (by weight) of Potassium Nitrate (not supplied). Faster combustion rates possible by increasing the oxidizer accordingly (2.20 mm/sec @ 50% ox). Easy to use! Simply mix with Potassium Nitrate, moisten with adhesive solution and press into place. Goes a long way! Pre-mixed cannot be shipped by any means at this time. They may be picked up. Call for details. The two part A/B kits CAN be shipped by US Mail with no hazmat fees.    Non-hazmat shipping- No ATFE required to order.

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$11.20/lb         

$53.00/5 lbs   FS
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For pickup at our warehouse only
$247.00/case   28 lbs ship wt FS
         


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Two Part Mixture A/B
$16.85 / lb
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FAST IMITATION THERMALITE ™ IGNITERCORD / FLAMMABLES MIXTURE

Make your own fast Imitation Thermalite™ Ignitercord for less than 9 cents per foot using these mixtures and Firefox Tabletop Matchmaking Stand listed in the tools section of our catalog. Simply mix 22 grams potassium perchlorate (not included) with the flammables making 100 grams, add nitrocellulose lacquer (1.5 oz NC to 1 qt Acetone - not included) until athick slurry is obtained and draw cotton strings through the mixture (all explained in detail with the Matchmaking Stand). 100 grams mix will make 130 to 140 ft of 3/32" dia ignitercord. Very fierce burn with lots of hot slag and sparks that will ignite most any composition, even thermite! By including a 32 to 38 gauge wire with the string, will increase the burn rate 60% to 80%. Solid NC is located in the chemical section. Why pay $50.00 per 100 ft roll of commercial made ignitercord??!! EXCELLENT IGNITERCORD!!

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Fast Imitation Thermalite™  Ignitercord / flammables mixture
$11.75/package    (8 oz ship wt)
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Fast Imitation Thermalite™  Ignitercord / case of 25 packages
$260.00/case of 25    (14 lbs/cs)




HOMEMADE ELECTRIC MATCHES FOR JUST PENNIES EACH!!
Our competition sells a similar igniter kit (as below) for over $62.00!!

       

CYCLONE™ RC ELECTRIC MATCH PRODUCTION SET - LOW VOLTAGE

Similar in construction to the famous Davey Fire match but designed to produce results unequaled anywhere, our Cyclone™ RC Electric match ignites flawlessly on as little as 1.5 volts - .5 amperes (single alkaline AA battery) and combusts for 1-2 seconds at over 2000 DEGREES F emitting lots of sparks and molten slag to ignite stubborn compositions or devices. Very impressive!
The kit comes with everything needed (less solder and soldering iron) to produce 50 igniters with 12” leads. Very easy, simply solder element “chip” to lead, mix pre-measured pyrogen and dip igniter followed by a final dip in lacquer sealant - all included. Excellent for remote control use! Average resistance is 1.3 ohms. Non explosive ignition!   

KT500 LOW VOLTAGE RC MATCH SET   Non-hazmat shipping - No ATFE required to order!

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LIQUID ELEMENT™ CONDUCTIVE ELECTRIC MATCH PRIMER/PYROGEN

Now you can make electric igniters that require NO SOLDERING OF BRIDGEWIRES TO LEADS yet will ignite reliably using as little as a 9 volt "transistor" battery up to and including 12 volt automotive and every DC voltage in between! Simply strip 3/16" of insulation from lead wires and dip into the primer slurry - allow to dry and use as is or dip them again in your favorite match composition/pyrogen. Make 50 to 100 igniters per hour for as little as 5 cents each - with no soldering! Our procedure allows you to use your lead wires over and over saving you money and time. Each bottle comes with complete instructions and enough primer and binder to make up to 400 igniters (allowing for 10-15% as waste). Liquid Element™ acts as both primer/booster and pyrogen! Basically foolproof!
  This is our most popular selling pyrogen kit for over 22 years!!


SECPLEL - ELECTRIC IGNITER PYROGEN/PRIMER   Non-hazmat shipping- No ATFE required to order.

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NEW HYDRA-ARC™ SECONDARY ELECTRIC MATCH PYROGEN  Stock # SECHYDRA - ORM-D
Firefox Hydra-Arc® Secondary Pyrogen
was designed to be used as a secondary pyrogen coated over the primer itself. It does not take the place of the primer! It must be coated over it. Upon combustion, it produces a loud crackle, a shower of hot molten branching sparks and white hot temperatures capable of igniting compositions and devices that have higher than usual ignition points. Normal commercial igniters are not capable of such high temperatures and ignition properties. Each bottle comes with complete instructions and enough primer and Hydra-Arc® to make up to 400 igniters (allowing for 10-15% as waste). These are as fun to watch burn as they are to be put to work!! Very impressive! Non-hazmat shipping. No ATFE required to order! Colorfully packaged for retail sales.
                              Very impressive!!!!

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ELECTRIC SQUIB AND IGNITER PYROGEN

Make your own electric igniters for a few pennies each using our pyrogen and any number of DC powered heating elements. Simply solder nichrome wire, tinned copper wire or printed igniter "chips" to 22 or 24 gauge twin lead wire, dip in the pyrogen and use. The pyrogen comes in 1/2 oz bottles that you mix a small amount of Acetone to make a thick batter for dipping - enough for 50 to 90 igniters. Comes with instructions. Why pay over $1.00 each for commercial igniters?! We recommend our Firefox Custom Chips (Stock# F515F instead of the Davey Clones 51 awg) or homemade elements using resistance wire diameters between 35 and 47 awg for best ignition.

SECSQUIB - 1/2oz BOTTLE - FS    Non-hazmat shipping- No ATFE required to order.
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ELECTRIC IGNITER PYROGEN - PYROMAG™ MAGNUM SECONDARY PYROGEN

Our Pyromag magnum™  pyrogen has a higher combustion temp and burns longer (typically 2 to 3 seconds) than other pyrogens and because of the molten product and superheated sparks, it is capable of igniting the most difficult of applications. It should be used as an overcoal with a primer such as ELV or Liquid Element for reliable ignition. This professional secondary pyrogen is used extensively by special effects and rocket enthusiasts for positive ignition!

SECPMAG - 1/2oz BOTTLE - FS    Non-hazmat shipping- No ATFE required to order.
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METALLIC H3 ELECTRIC MATCH PYROGEN

The Matallic H3 has a low enough ignition point to be used by itself on the element wire with no primer, however, it can be used as a secondary coat as well. It has a brilliant display of sparks when it fires for positive ignition of the application. As with all our pyregen kits, they come complete with adhesive, oxidizer and instructions. Why pay over $1.00 each for commercial igniters?

SECMH3
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E.L.V. NON-CONDUCTIVE ELECTRIC MATCH PYROGEN™
   
                     

Designed to be used as the primer/ booster to initate the main pyrogen (secondary, which is coated over it), the ELV primers ignite easily at lower temperatures and combust (rather than pop) at a pre-determined rate at very high temperature to reliably ignite other pyrogens and metal mixtures used as an overcoat (optional). Using zirconium and other exotic metals, we have designed two different types - conductive and non-conductive. The conductive type requires no bridge-wire so there is no soldering and ignites with as little as a 9 volt transistor battery. Simply strip 3/8" of insulation from leads, dip the tip 1/8" into the primer, dry and dip it again in a pyrogen of your own making or use our Original Blend™, Pyromag Magnum™ or Metallic H3™ for results that will have other match-makers drooling at their sight! The non-conductive type is applied to the element wire (bridge-wire) only followed by an overcoat of another high energy pyrogen. It will ignite using as little as a AA (1.5 volt) battery. Using these primers, positive, inexpensive electric ignition is easily obtained! Each type comes with enough primer to make several hundred igniters (up to 500). Do you need smaller igniters for small black powder type motors? use the conductive ELV primer alone on 26 gauge twin lead wire with the final coat of NC or CA lacquer! Works great alone!

SECELV/NC -   Non-hazmat shipping- No ATFE required to order.

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E.L.V. CONDUCTIVE ELECTRIC MATCH PYROGEN™ 

Designed to be used as the primer/ booster to initate the main pyrogen (which is coated over it), the ELV primers ignite easily at lower temperatures and combust (rather than pop) at a pre-determined rate at very high temperature to reliably ignite other pyrogens and metal mixtures used as an overcoat (optional). Using zirconium and other exotic metals, we have designed two different types - conductive and non-conductive. The conductive type requires no bridge-wire so there is no soldering and ignites with as little as a 9 volt transistor battery. Simply strip 3/8" of insulation from leads, dip the tip 1/8" into the primer, dry and dip it again in a pyrogen of your own making or use our Original blend™ Pyromag Magnum™ or Metallic H3™ for results that will have other match-makers drooling at their sight! The non-conductive type is applied to the element wire (bridge-wire) only followed by an overcoat of another high energy pyrogen. It will ignite using as little as a AA (1.5 volt) battery. Using these primers, positive, inexpensive electric ignition is easily obtained! Each type comes with enough primer to make several hundred igniters (up to 500). Do you need smaller igniters for small black powder type motors? Use the conductive ELV primer alone on 26 gauge twin lead wire with the final coat of NC or CA lacquer! Works great alone!

SECELV/C -   Non-hazmat shipping- No ATFE required to order.

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100 PULL STRING FRICTION IGNITER KIT™  - MATCHLESS IGNITION SYSTEM


Make foolproof sure fire pull wire igniters for less than 44¢ each! Each kit contains enough materials to make 100 pull string igniters with fuse barrel! Easily the best value anywhere! Comes with friction mix and ignition cup pyrogen (less oxidizer). Simply mix a very small amount of potassium chlorate into the ignition cup pyrogen and coat cup. Then coat end of wire with friction mix, allow to dry and staple into paper fuse barrel - simple! Only takes a few minutes per dozen. Also required that are not included in kit: potassium chlorate and a 1/4" stapler. We use a bostich model P3 staple pliers and SP-19 1/4" staples. Stapler and staples available from office supply stores everywhere. Comes with complete instructions and diagrams.
 

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SMOKE SCREEN PRODUCTION

CANDIDATE CHEMICALS USED IN THE MANUFACTURE OF SMOKE GENERATING DEVICES

CANDIDATE CHEMICAL(S) DESCRIPTION & APPLICATION
CANDIDATE MATERIAL APPLICATION(S) FIREFOX STOCK #
 
 
Binder/adhesive, Dextrine, yellow/white
Water soluble (aqueous) solution binder, cannot be used in formulations with reactive metals such as magnesium.
C146
Binder/adhesive, Guar gum
Water soluble (aqueous) solution binder, cannot be used in formulations with reactive metals such as magnesium. Better adhesive properties than dextrine.
C147B1
Binder/adhesive, Nitrocellulose 4000 [C6H7(NO2)3O5]n flake or lacquer (nitrated **polysaccharide)
Enhances ignition properties, moistureproofs, fast drying. Combustion creates N which displaces atmospheric oxygen in the reaction to help reduce (not eliminate) flaming. Widely used as a binder in smoke formulations, especially color smoke. As a binder and/or to granulate the mixture, a 4-6% solids solution is used. Solvents are acetone, butyl acetate, ethanol, ether, MEK, methanol or mixtures thereof, depending on evaporation rate desired.
C163/NCS
Binder/adhesive, PVA polyvinyl alcohol
Water soluble (aqueous) solution binder, cannot be used in formulations with reactive metals such as magnesium.
C165D
Binder/adhesive, Red gum, accaroides
Alcohol soluble (methanol) binder used in some formulations with reactive metals.
C176
 
 
Coolants, Magnesium carbonate
Reduces combustion heat and produces non-flammable gas to prevent flaming, such a coolant is mandatory in color dye formutations.
C162
Coolants, Sodium bicarbonate
Reduces combustion heat and produces non-flammable gas to prevent flaming, Such a coolant is mandatory in color dye formutations.
 
Coolants, Titanium dioxide
Formula stabilizer, reduces combustion heat and produces non-flammable gas to prevent flaming, Such a coolant is mandatory in color dye formutations.
C198CD
 
 
Curative, Dabco TMR-5 cure catalyst
Cure rate catalyst used in combination with CTPB polymers and epoxy as both fuel and binder.
C144TMR-5
Curative, Versamid 140 or 253
Epoxy curatives
C199B
 
 
Fuel, Aluminum powder, paint grade
Combustion produces white to grey smoke depending on percentage used. Creates higher combustion temps.
C104AP
Fuel, Anthracene, hydrocarbon
Hydrocarbon, used for black smoke with hexachloroethane and ammonium perchlorate
 
Fuel, Boron carbide, B4C
Used in combination with ammonium chloride, potassium chlorride, calcium stearate, lithium phosphate, potassium nitrate and PVA.
 
Fuel, Calcium silicide powder
Produces white smoke in combination with zinc oxide, hexachloroethane and ammonium perchlorate.
C127
Fuel, Calcium stearate
Used as a substitute for stearic acid and/or other stearines (phlegmatizers) to reduce friction, ease pressing and suppress flaming.
 
Fuel, Carboxylic acids
Carboxylic acids that can be used in white smoke formulations include; acetic, butyric, citric, formic, lactic, palmitic and propionic. Combined with potassium chlorate and fuel(s), they are the main smoke agent (white smoke).
 
Fuel, Cellulose; (C6H10O5)n **polysaccharide: many forms; plant fibers; cottons, gums, starches, sugars, etc.
Derived from living plant waste, cellulose has many forms and many uses as a stable fuel in smoke formulations. **polysaccharide: many forms; plant fibers; cottons, gums, starches, sugars, etc.
 
Fuel, Chlorinated rubber
Chlorinating compound and binder.
C163E
Fuel, **Corn starch
**polysaccharide used as a fuel and filler in some smoke formulations, both white and colors.
 
Fuel, Dechlorane
Chlorinating agent used with magnesium and/or rubber powder for black smoke (reduced flaming over hexachloroethane).
C145
Fuel, **Dextrine, white or yellow
**polysaccharide used as a fuel and filler in some smoke formulations, both white and colors.
C146
Fuel, **Dextrose
**polysaccharide used as a fuel and filler in some smoke formulations, both white and colors.
C146A
Fuel, Diatomaceous earth
Usad as an absorbant in formulations using smoke agents such as glycerine, mineral oil or propylene glycol.
C146A2
Fuel, Dyes; anthraquinone, azo, solvent,
Dyes suitable for use must be able to freely vaporize at a lower temperature than its decomposition point rendering low ash percentage. The wider the gap between vaporize and decomposition temps, the better.
 
Fuel, **Fructose
**polysaccharide used as a fuel and filler in some smoke formulations, both white and colors.
 
Fuel, **Glucose
**polysaccharide used as a fuel and filler in some smoke formulations, both white and colors.
 
Fuel, Hexachloroethane, HCE
Chlorinating agent, acting as both oxidizer and fuel, produces white or black smoke depending on the formulation.
C149B
Fuel, Hexamethylinetetramine , hexamine
Limited role in smoke formulations but is a good fuel in low percentages because it slows the combustion rate and increases combustion heatover other suitable fuels.
C149C
Fuel, **Lactose
**polysaccharide used as a fuel and filler in some smoke formulations, both white and colors.
C152
Fuel, Magnesium powder, coated
Useed in combination with chlorinating compounds to create black smoke.
C159B60M
Fuel, Naphthalene, C10H8, hydrocarbon
Hydrocarbon, used for black smoke with hexachloroethane and ammonium perchlorate
 
Fuel, Nitrocellulose 4000 [C6H7(NO2)3O5]n flake or lacquer (nitrated **polysaccharide)
Enhances ignition properties, moistureproofs, fast drying. Combustion creates N which displaces atmospheric oxygen in the reaction to help reduce (not eliminate) flaming.
C163/NCS
Fuel, Phalic acid
Substitute for precursor phthalic anhydride.
 
Fuel, Phosphorous, red
Of all the smoke agents listed here, red phosphorous produces the largest and highest density smoke cloud of any. Mixtures include guanidine nitrate, hexachloroethane, magnesium and various polymers.
 
Fuel, Phthalic anhydride

Dye precursor, produces copious combustion gasses, aids in the dye sublimation process.

 
Fuel, Polyvinylchloride, PVC powder
Used as both fuel, smoke agent and binder in smoke formulations. As a binder, the mixture is pressed into pellets or candles and heated to a temperature of approx 230-250 F.
C166
Fuel, Rubber powder
30 to 50 mesh granules, used to make black smoke with magnesium, hexachloroethane and ammonium perchlorate.
C177A
Fuel, Stearic acid, phlegmatizer
Added to formulations with chlorates to reduce friction sensitivity (phlegmatize). Vaporizes into a colorless vapor, has tendancy to flame.
C188
Fuel, **Sucrose, granular or confectioners'
**polysaccharide used as a fuel and filler in some smoke formulations, both white and colors. Creates larger ash than most other cellulosic materials such as dextrose, lactose and starches.
 
Fuel, Sulfur
One of the most widely used fuels in pyrotechnics, adding low ignition points, even combustion rates and large volumes of combustion gasses.
C196
Fuel, Sulfamic acid
Used as a fuel and white smoke agent in mixtures desiring these qualities. It melts and decomposes into water, sulfur trioxide, sulfur dioxide and nitrogen. Used in smoke mixtures, it produces very dense white smoke but has a rather high ignition point,requiring a hot slag producing prime for ignition.
C195
Fuel, Terephthalic acid
Used in both white and color smoke formulations
 
Fuel, Thiourea, organosulfur
Used as a fuel and smoke agent in some color smoke formulations.
C196THIO
Fuel, Titanium dioxide
White smoke production and formula stabilizer. Reduces combustion heat and produces non-flammable gas to prevent flaming, Such a coolant is mandatory in color dye formutations.
C198CD
Fuel, Urea, carbamide, powder
Retardant used to reduce and/or eliminate flaming in some smoke formulations.
C1991A
Fuel, Wax, synthetic or paraffin
Vaporizes/sublimes to form a cloud of micro droplets we view as white smoke.
 
Fuel, **Wheat flour
**polysaccharide used as a fuel and filler in some smoke formulations, both white and colors.
 
Fuel, **Wood flour
**polysaccharide used as a fuel and filler in some smoke formulations, both white and colors. Aids in ignition.
 
Fuel, Zinc oxide, powder
Used as a smoke whitening agent, burns very well with many oxidizers and cellosic fuels. Produces zinc chloride white smoke.
C202
Fuel, Zinc powder, epoxy coated
Low ignition point, copious quantities of zinc chloride white smoke. Do not use in formulations with ammonium nitrate, ammonium chloride and/or urea.
C201
 
 
Kerosine or Mineral spirits
Added to color smoke mixtures to keep dust down when mixing and pressing
 
 
 
Oxidizer, ammonium nitrate
Used in combination with newspapers and/or other cellulosic material(s) and wax, produces white smoke. Do not use in combinations with ammonium chloride or zinc. Spontaneous ignition will occur.
C106
Oxidizer, ammonium perchlorate
Used in many white smoke formulations, slower combustion rates, excellent smoke with fuels such as mineral oil, glycerine or propylene glycol, PVC sulfamic acid and zinc oxide.
C108
Oxidizer, Guanidine nitrate
Both oxidizer and fuel, lowers combustion rates somewhat.
C147GN
Oxidizer, Hexachloroethane, HCE
Acting as both oxidizer and fuel, produces both white or black smoke depending on the formulation.
C149B
Oxidizer, Potassium chlorate
Used in many smoke formulations because of its low ignition poit with a fuel and low combustion temperatures, mandatory assets for use in color smoke formulations.
C168
Oxidizer, Potassium nitrate
Mainly used in combination with waxes and/or sucrose for white smoke.
C170
Oxidizer, Potassium perchlorate
Used where an increase of combustion heat is required to vaporize or decompose the ingredientsmore fully to reduce ash. Cannot ne used in color smoke mixtures because of the elevated combustion temperatures.
C172
 
 
Plasticizer, Glycerine & Glycerol
Vaporizes under heat forming micro droplets we view as white 'smoke'.
 
Plasticizer, DBP, DOA, DOP, DOS, EHA
Used in composite formulations (crosslinking polymer binders) to reduce the viscosity for mixing. Vaporizes under heat forming micro droplets we view as white 'smoke'.
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Plasticizer, Mineral (paraffin) oil
Vaporizes under heat forming micro droplets we view as white 'smoke'.
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Plasticizer, Propylene glycol
Vaporizes under heat forming micro droplets we view as white 'smoke'.
 
 
 
Polymer, Polyester F17-80, CTPB
Used in composite propellnts, it is also an excellent choice for smoke formulations as fuel and binder.
C165
Polymer, PBAN, CTPB
Used in composite propellnts, it is also an excellent choice for smoke formulations as fuel and binder.
C164
Polymer, Polybutadiene R-45, HTPB
Used in composite propellnts, it is also an excellent choice for smoke formulations as fuel and binder.
C165B
 
 
Resin, Epoxy DER-331
Curative used with CTPB polymer binders. Also used as a binder with its curative an epoxy curative (Firefox sells Versamid 140 and 253).
C1462
Resin, Furan
Used in both propellant and smoke formulations. Viscosity can be adjusted easily by the percentage of thinner furfuryl alcohol with the furan resin. A 50% mixture of zinc chloride in ethanol is used to cure/crosslink @ 150 F.
 
Resin, Nitrocellulose lacquer
Widely used as a binder in smoke formulations, especially color smoke. As a binder and/or to granulate the mixture, a 4-6% solids solution is used. Solvents are acetone, butyl acetate, ethanol, ether, MEK, methanol.
C163C
 
 
Smoke-Main Formulae Smoke Agent(s);
 
Ammonium chloride (do not mix with ammonium nitrate, urea or zinc)
Highly endothermic thus lowering the combustion temperatures of smoke mixtures using it. Produces white smoke but can be used in color smoke formulations as well.
C105
Calcium silicide
Produces white smoke in combination with zinc oxide, hexachloroethane and ammonium perchlorate.
C127
Carboxylic acids
Carboxylic acids that can be used in white smoke formulations include; acetic, butyric, citric, formic, lactic, palmitic and propionic. Combined with potassium chlorate and fuel(s), they are the main smoke agent (white smoke).
 
Dechlorane
In combination with magnesium and/or rubber powder for copious black smoke (flames).
C145
Glycerine & Glycerol
Vaporizes under heat forming micro droplets we view as white 'smoke'.
 
Hexachloroethane, HCE
Acting as both oxidizer and fuel, produces white or black smoke depending on the formulation.
C149B
Magnesium powder
In combination with hexachloroethane and/or dechlorane and/or rubber powder for copious black smoke (flames).
C159B60M
Mineral (paraffin) oil
Vaporizes under heat forming micro droplets we view as white 'smoke'.
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Propylene glycol
Vaporizes under heat forming micro droplets we view as white 'smoke'.
 
Sulfamic acid
Used as a fuel and white smoke agent in mixtures desiring these qualities. It melts and decomposes into water, sulfur trioxide, sulfur dioxide and nitrogen. Used in smoke mixtures, it produces very dense white smoke but has a rather high ignition point,requiring a hot slag producing prime for ignition.
C195
Wax, synthetic or paraffin
In combination with ammonium or potassium nitrate, vaporizes easily forming copious quntities of white 'smoke'. Can be used with dyes for color smoke. Has a tendancy to flame (needs C02 in the gas stream).
 
Zinc oxide, powder
Used as a smoke whitening agent, burns very well with many oxidizers and cellosic fuels. Produces zinc chloride white smoke.
C202
Zinc powder, epoxy coated
Lowers ignition point, copious quantities of zinc chloride white smoke. Do not use in formulations with ammonium nitrate, ammonium chloride and/or urea.
C201
 
 
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SPECIAL EFFECTS SMOKE MIXTURES

Non-hazmat shipping - No ATFE required to order.

SMOKE COMPOSITION - WHITE, COLORS & RODENT CONTROL

Our smoke compositions are the very best available anywhere! They are pre-mixed (except for the oxidizer) so there is no guesswork or experimentation to get them to work as with others offered elsewhere we have seen. They are designed to combust at low temperatures to minimize heat damage and spot fires and they produce huge volumes of richly colored or white smoke! Perfect for signaling/survival, training, movie/stage effects, paramilitary usage, etc. Our rodent control produces smoke and toxic gases to rid burrows of pests ranging from mice to coyotes. They come with instructions for mixing in the oxidizer and device construction tips. The rodent control uses Potassium Nitrate (not supplied) and the white and colors require Potassium Chlorate (not supplied). Oxidizer contents will range from 25-28% by weight in the finished formulation. Don't be fooled by the price - our compositions work!! One pound of mixture goes a long way!    Non-hazmat shipping- No ATFE required to order.

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RODENT CONTROL COMPOSITION - 1 lb

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$9.35

$185.75

$41.85

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WHITE SMOKE COMPOSITION - 1 lb

CASE OF 25 1lb UNITS (shp wt - 28 lbs)
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$9.35

$185.75

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RED SMOKE COMPOSITION

$23.00

$108.00

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BLUE SMOKE COMPOSITION

$23.00

$108.00

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GREEN SMOKE COMPOSITION

$23.00

$108.00

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YELLOW SMOKE COMPOSITION

$23.00

$108.00

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ORANGE SMOKE COMPOSITION $23.00 $108.00

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VIOLET SMOKE COMPOSITION

$23.00

$108.00

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PURPLE SMOKE COMPOSITION

$23.00

$108.00

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***THESE ARE PRIMARY COLORS THAT MAY BE MIXED TO PRODUCE OTHER COLORS. THEY MAY ALSO BE MOISTENED WITH NITROCELLULOSE LACQUER/ACETONE (75/25) AND RAN THROUGH A STAR PUMP FOR PELLETS OR THROUGH A SCREEN FOR GRANULES. THE LACQUER ACTS AS BOTH BINDER AND MOISTURE REPELLENT. HUNDREDS OF USES!

PELLET SMOKE COMPOSITIONS - AERIAL & GROUND USE

Modified with a thermoplastic resin and designed for ease of use without casings, these compositions are easily ignited and burn without flame producing volumes of richly colored smoke. Simply mix the appropriate amount of Potassium Chlorate (not supplied), moisten with denatured alcohol and press into pellets using a pellet pump or star plate or press into a "cookie", score with a knife and break into pieces when dry. Using our pellet pumps, these can be used in 15mm blank guns, 12 gauge shells or 37/38mm grenade launchers for daytime aerial signaling (see tools section for appropriate pump). Also used for ground usage! Low heat/flameless combustion without casing debris greatly reduces chances of spot fires. White compositions are available with 2 different burn rates. All burn durations listed are approximate, based on pellets of 17 grams each (approx. 9/16" thick X 1 3/8" dia w/ fuse core). Excellent special effects use! Comes with instructions.    Non-hazmat shipping- No ATFE required to order.

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$9.95

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$45.00

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SDW/PF.....WHITE - FAST - BURN DURATION: 12 SECONDS

$9.95

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$45.00

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MILITARY FORMULATION - MODIFIED HC - WHITE SMOKE COMPOSITIONS

A modified HC formulation derived from and army technical design manual, this white smoke formulation produces volumes of heavy, dense white smoke that dissipates slowly and uses Ammonium Perchlorate (instead of the more sensitive Potassium Chlorate) as the combustion oxidizer. Easily ignited without additional priming. Requires approx. 3.0 to 3.5 oz of Ammonium Perchlorate (not supplied) per pound of composition. Moisten with Cellulose Acetate solution (1.5 oz dissolved in 1 qt of Acetone) if you wish to form pellets, screen for granules or mold with a core inside cases. For outdoor use only.     Non-hazmat shipping- No ATFE required to order.

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5 LB

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SDWHC.....WHITE - MODIFIED HC

$247.00/cs .....CASE OF 25 1lb UNITS (shp wt - 28 lbs)
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$12.25

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NINJA SMOKE F/X™ - HIGH COMBUSTION SMOKE COMPOSITION

Developed for theatrical special effects use, we have added three unique blends of smoke generating combustibles that evolve rapidly into dense clouds at the touch of most any conventional ignition source - safety or time fuse, hot element wire, electrical match, etc. Just 15-20 grams will produce and instant "puff" of smoke large enough to "disappear" behind! In addition to smoke, the compositions also create a shower of sparks outward from the ignition point to simulate laser weapon hits, electrical shorts or other effects. If you do not want sparks, simply do not add the seperate spark powder to the mix. Can be used loose in mortars or flash cups, in aerial shells, in paper cup sets or tubes or loose on the ground. Comes with illustrated instructions. Note: Our 1" cup sets hold 9-10 grams of composition and are perfect for small hand delivered effects. Comes with detailed, illustrated instructions. (Click on the pictures for larger images). Used in many motion picture shots, very impressive!    Non-hazmat shipping- No ATFE required to order.


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Pictures are of 1 lb Yellow Ninja Smoke fired from a 6" mortar at the 2005 WWB. The cloud was absolutely HUGE!

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BLACK NINJA SMOKE F/X(tm) W/ ORANGE SPARKS

$23.95/lb

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WHITE NINJA SMOKE F/X(tm) W/ SILVER SPARKS

$ 23.95/lb

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YELLOW NINJA SMOKE F/X(tm) W/ ORANGE SPARKS

$23.95/lb

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COMPOSITE SMOKE PRODUCTION PACKAGE

Here's your chance to get all the basics needed to produce high volume composite plastic resin smoke compositions that generate huge volumes of rich, dense smoke at a greatly reduced price!

ADVANTAGES:

  1. Resin binder greatly reduces hygroscopicity, thus increasing shelf life many times
  2. Can be molded into most any shape before curing into it's rubberlike final state
  3. Can be stored and used most anywhere
  4. Generates huge quantities of thick, rich, dense smoke
  5. By adding an insecticide (not included), can be used to rid buildings, cellars, even campsites or backyards from most any crawling or flying insects - anywhere the smoke drifts! Instructions included
  6. Comes with enough chemicals to produce approx 10 lbs of rubberlike smoke composition with chemicals left over! Simply order more key chemicals (oxidizer, zinc oxide, hexachloroethane and ammonium chloride) to produce up to...

75 lbs of composite smoke mix!

Comes with complete, illustrated instructions and enough chemicals, binders and curatives to get you started.

Here's what you get:

Complete, illustrated instructions booklet with formulations

1 gallon PBAN resin, carboxyl terminated

1 Quart 2-Ethylhexyl acrylate, liquid plasticizer

16 oz DER-331 epoxy resin, curative (or similar curitive, at our discretion)

1 lb Ferric Oxide, burn rate catalyst

4 lbs Ammonium perchlorate, oxidizer

1 lb Ammonium chloride

1 lb Zinc oxide

1 lb Hexachloroethane

4 oz Curing catalyst

Material safety data sheets on all chemicals

 
A total value of over $92.00

compsmokekit
Yours for only $131.00

Package weight - 20 lbs
Shipping nature - Oxidizer - ORM-D      Ships by US Mail with no hazmat fee


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SMOKE FOG OIL - U.S. MILITARY   MIL-F-12070C  SGF-2 TYPE

Used in electric or propane fired condensing foggers, this liquid produces huge volumes of rich white smoke for tactical training, signaling or add a little insecticide for fogging large areas, orchards, sheds, etc. for insect and rodent control. Add oil base dyes for color smoke.

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