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Designed to meet the needs of clients who require high-quality performance but are budget-sensitive, VIPERTRON combines user-friendly operation with the key benefits of electronic detonators which are precision, flexibility, and enhanced safety. The VIPERTRON system allows new users to transition seamlessly into electronic blasting while maximizing productivity and control.
VIPERTRON is purpose-built to help clients convert from non-electric initiation to a modern electronic system with minimal disruption. It delivers the flexibility, timing precision, and traceability of electronics while keeping the field workflow simple for crews experienced with shock tube and conventional tie-ins. The system is suited to surface and underground mining, quarrying, and construction blasting.
The VIPERTRON electronic initiation system is comprised of three components:
VIPERTRON is the ideal choice for current shock tube users/quarry and small mines seeking reliable, cost-effective electronic blasting solutions.
The VIPERTRON electronic initiation system passes ARP 1717-1: The South African National Standard for the design and approval of EDD initiation systems for mining and civil applications.
VIPERTRON is an electronic initiation platform designed around three goals: make the switch from non-electrics easy, improve blast outcomes immediately, and raise safety and quality assurance standards by default. The system combines rugged hardware with straightforward menus and an operator-led workflow, so blast prep feels familiar.
| Physical | |
| Logging Device | Handheld NX6 |
| User Interface | Color Touch Screen with variable intensity Buttons for use in extreme weather |
| Screen Size and Resolution | 5.25 inches; 1280x720 pixels |
| Operating System | Android 14 |
| Battery | 3.7V Li-Ion Rechargeable |
| POD Maximum Output | 9V, 70mA (Intrinsic Safety) |
| Logger Mass | 0.480 kg |
| Functional | |
| Logger Functions | Read and Log Detonator ID’s Program Fire Time (0-10s in 1ms Intervals) Test Functionality (500 Detonators) All Communication via attached POD |
| Testing Functions | Line Current Consumption Programmed or Not Programmed Detonator Voltage Testing for Missing Detonators Testing for Intruders |
| Communication to Blast Box | Bluetooth Wired, Serial |
| Maximum Detonators Per Log File | 500 |
| Maximum Blasters Per Line Test | 500 |
| Maximum Detonators Per Blast | 500 |
| Resistance to Electrostatic | Electrostatic Discharge Immunity (±8kV Contact, ±15kV Air) Electrical Fast Transient and Burst Immunity (±2kV) |
| Operating Temperature | -30°C to +60°C |
All VIPERTRON Loggers are the same. VIPERTRON Loggers are robust, hand-held devices for the logging and testing of VIPERTRON Electronic Detonators. These mobile devices are manufactured by Handheld and have a VIPERTRON developed POD that docks onto the device. The POD contains the detonator communication circuit, and this enables the logging and programming of VIPERTRON Electronic Detonators. The VIPERTRON Logger can read and write to the detonator’s non-volatile memory, test a single detonator, test multiple detonators and transfer the logged blast files to the VIPERTRON Blast Box.
VIPERTRON Loggers are easy and convenient to handle. They operate on the Android operating system which facilitates the upload of history files, current logging activity, reporting applications and web pages.
To operate VIPERTRON Blasting Boxes (in Blaster mode) at firing time, one VIPERTRON Logger is configured and designated as the Key Logger. The Key Logger generates a one- time pin to configure the VIPERTRON Blasting Boxes (in Blaster mode). As a security measure, any VIPERTRON Blasting Boxes (in Blaster mode) that has not been configured for a blast and bound through the one-time pin on the Key Logger will not function for that blast. At the safe firing point, the Key Logger and the one-time pin is also required to arm the VIPERTRON Blasting Box (in Controller mode). Upon blast completion, all VIPERTRON Loggers and Blast Boxes return to a neutral un-configured state, ready for use on the following Blast.
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