PBXN-9

• MIL-E-82875A
• HMX: 92%
• DOA: 6%
• HYTEMP: 2% Specification: MIL-DTL-82875A
• Alternate designation: HMX/DOA/Hytemp 92/6/2
• Form factor: odorless white solid granules (size customizable)
• Density: 0.80 g/cm³ (bulk); 1.75 g/cm³

PBXN-9 explosive, a type of plastic bonded explosive, represents a significant advancement in explosive technology. Comprising a mixture of RDX (cyclotrimethylenetrinitramine), a high-energy compound, and an inert binder, PBXN-9 exhibits exceptional performance characteristics. Its formulation allows for versatile applications across military and industrial sectors.

PBXN-9 offers several advantages over traditional explosives. Its plastic binder enhances stability, making it less sensitive to external stimuli like impact or friction compared to pure RDX. This increased stability ensures safer handling and transportation without compromising its explosive power.

Moreover, PBXN-9 boasts impressive detonation properties, delivering high brisance and energy output upon initiation. Its reliability and consistency make it a preferred choice for various munitions, including warheads, grenades, and shaped charges.

Furthermore, PBXN-9’s tunable properties enable engineers to customize its characteristics to meet specific operational requirements. By adjusting the ratio of RDX to binder, they can tailor the explosive’s sensitivity, density, and performance, optimizing its effectiveness for diverse applications.