Energetic binders:DNAN vs TNT Evaluation of melt-cast explosive compositions based on TNT and DNAN NEXTER Munitions

摘要

Melt casting is one of the processes used all over the world for the production of ammunition. The major energetic binders used in this process are TNT and DNAN. DNAN is often found to replace TNT in explosive compositions. The comparative study between TNT and DNAN performed by Nexter Munitions shows that it is difficult to compare bare charges of TNT and bare charges of DNAN. Because of the low detonics performances, DNAN is never used as a main charge. 2 major explosive compositions in the low sensitivity field, i.e. XF®11585 and MCX-6100, have been chosen so as to compare DNAN and TNT binders.