Innovex 203

Updated: October 28, 2024

Product Description

Innovex 203 is an augered booster-sensitive Heavy ANFO comprised of Innovex 100 or Innovex 100 C emulsion plus Ammonium Nitrate (AN) porous prill and diesel fuel oil (FO).

Application

Innovex Heavy ANFOs are designed for blasting applications in open pit mines, quarries, and construction in dry holes or dewatered holes. It is not for use in the presence of unprotected sulphide reactive ground or in elevated ground temperatures.

Primary Benefits

Innovex Heavy ANFOs may be loaded at varying densities to achieve energies that optimize fragmentation distribution and influence mine to mill productivity. The Innovex 100 and Innovex 100 C dual salt emulsion formulations are products demonstrated to generate very low levels of post blast NOx fume. The use of reprocessed oil in the fuel phase can contribute towards sustainability goals.

Technical Properties

Target Percent ANFO % Base Emulsion 30 30 30
Cup Density g/cm³ 1.46 to 1.50      
Average In-Hole Density g/cm³   1.05 1.10 1.15
Velocity of Detonation m/sec   5370 5590 5810
Relative Weight Strength RWS   93 96 99
Relative Bulk Strength RBS   116 126 136
Minimum Hole Diameter mm   127 127 127
Water Resistance     Poor Poor Poor

Velocity of Detonation, Relative Weight and Bulk Strengths calculated using the IPX code at average in-hole densities and a cut-off pressure of 100 MPa relative to ANFO at a density of 0.80 g/cm³.

Actual in field velocity of detonation will vary and is dependent on hole diameter and confinement.

Guidelines For Use

Priming and Initiation

Innovex 203 is compatible with most non-electric and electronic detonator systems.

Use of detonating cord with Innovex 203 may influence blast outcomes.

Hole Diameter Min Cast Booster Mass
Greater than 127 mm 400 g

Blasthole Charge Length Hole Diameter Density Relationships

Maximum hole depth depends on product selection, hole diameter, product densities, critical void space and the presence of water. Please contact a BME Technical Representative for additional guidance and site specific calculations using BME’s DensDepth program.

Ground Temperature

This product may be used in ground temperatures from 0° to a maximum of 65°C. If the application requires use outside of this temperature range please contact a BME Technical Representative for additional guidance.

Reactive Ground

This product is not formulated for use in reactive ground. Reactive ground is typically characterised by the presence of sulphide mineralization. If the application requires use in known reactive ground, or in untested sulphide bearing ground, please contact a BME Technical Representative for additional guidance.

Sleep Time

The recommended maximum sleep time is 21 days. Sleep time is dependent on factors such as hole diameter, density, ground water conditions and initiation system. If the application requires longer in-hole sleep time, please consult with a BME Technical Representative for guidance.

Storage

The storage life for Innovex 100 or Innovex 100 C base emulsions to make Innovex Heavy ANFOs is typically up to 6 months under good storage conditions. Please consult with a BME Technical Representative for site specific storage life guidance.

UN Classification for Transport and Storage

Product Classification of System Components
Authorised Name: INNOVEX 100 - Base Emulsion
Correct Shipping Name: AMMONIUM NITRATE EMULSION
Classification: 5.1
UN Number: 3375

Authorised Name: Porous Granular Ammonium Nitrate
Correct Shipping Name: AMMONIUM NITRATE
Classification: 5.1
UN Number: 1942

Authorised Name: Innovex Sensitizing Agent
Correct Shipping Name: NITRITES, INORGANIC, AQUEOUS SOLUTION, N.O.S.
Classification: 5.1
UN Number: 3219

Product Classification of Finished Sensitized Explosive Product
Authorised Name: INNOVEX 203
Correct Shipping Name: EXPLOSIVE, BLASTING
Classification: 1.1D
UN Number: 0241

Safe Use

  • Never fight explosive fires.
  • Refer to Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for first aid information.
  • All explosives must be transported and stored in accordance to relevant regulations.
  • All explosives are classified as dangerous goods and may cause damage to property, personal harm, or death, if not used correctly.
  • Always keep products away from sources of heat, sparks, flame or hot surfaces and avoid mixing with combustibles or incompatible materials.

 

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