Firing pin lighter

Firing pin to igniter for pyrotechnics and avalanche detonation with protective cap

Vibro-proof firing pin on the fuse of the Swiss military, protective cap ripped off, ready to trigger

A firing pin igniter is a mechanically triggered ignition device for pyrotechnic substances. The firing pin to igniter differs from the firing pin igniter in that it is not explosive .

construction

The firing pin lighter consists essentially of a firing pin driven by a spring , which strikes a primer and thereby generates a flame.

use

By triggering the tear eye and the resulting movement of the spring preloaded firing pin on the primer z. B. ignites the fuse located in the choking area with the black powder soul .

Firing pin igniters are used for pyrotechnic sentences (e.g. fireworks or distress signals) and in explosive technology as well as for the artificial triggering of avalanches (ignition of the safety fuse) by explosives . Firing pin igniters should be vibration-proof , especially when used to artificially trigger avalanches from a helicopter (like the military versions).

Firing pin detonators are used in a variety of ways in the military sector, including for mines and torpedoes .

See also

• Ignition means for (non-electrical) enticing

Individual evidence

1. ↑ Leaflet on Russian explosives and detonators, mines and detonators .