Description
This igniter differs only slightly from the red igniter. The brass case is slightly longer and the black plastic sleeve slightly larger. The sleeve over the case has fourteen depressions or rings around it to give the hand a firm grip. The red igniter has only one ring. As in the red igniters, the ignition pellet is contained in a brass tube crimped into the brass outer case. Tied through the eye on the cap is a heavy cotton cord to assist in pulling. The cap is not threaded but slides off.
These igniters are designed to ignite safety fuze but can be used with a detonator to ignite trip wire booby traps.
Functioning
When the sanded end of the pull string is drawn through the igniter composition, it ignites and flashes through the igniter body.
Hazardous Components
No information about hazardous components.
Physical Data
Diameter - 0.31 in (8 mm)
Length - 3.1 in (78 mm)
See Also
Igniter, Friction Pull, Red Type
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