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Size of BP containers?

#1 Post by Daryll »

Hi Gents, simple question... what are the dimentions of a "normal" 500g container of BP..?

My FAC renewal is going through the system, and I've added a M/L revolver, and my Explosives licence application went in with the renewal paperwork.

I'm going to make a 4 compartment storage box for the black powder, (they've said I can hold 2kg) but I need to know how big each compartment should be... I know it needs to be 30% taller than the container... but 30% of what...?

All advice appreciated.

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#2 Post by dromia »

Depends on the type BP you are going to buy.

I buy Swiss in 2 2/10ths lb containers.

You are allowed up to 15kgs of all propellants where have they said you can only have 4lbs odd?
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Having just renewed my explosives licence I was told the BP allowance is governed by your ability to store it.
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#4 Post by dromia »

Obviously, but the maximum still applies. Unless you apply for more, meet the HSE criteria and pay the license fee.
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Have you seen this?

http://www.reloading.org.uk/powder_storage.htm

I used these plans and built a box. It was inspected and passed.
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dromia wrote:Depends on the type BP you are going to buy.

I buy Swiss in 2 2/10ths lb containers.

You are allowed up to 15kgs of all propellants where have they said you can only have 4lbs odd?
As I've only asked for 1 M/L revolver, 2 kg of black powder seems plenty...
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glevum wrote:Have you seen this?

http://www.reloading.org.uk/powder_storage.htm

I used these plans and built a box. It was inspected and passed.
Thanks Glevum... I'll use that as a basis and reduce the capacity.

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#8 Post by Pinguino »

A 1kg tub of Swiss Black Powder stands 26.5cm high. 30% overhead would require you to add 7.95cm (let's say 8cm shall we?) So 34.5cm internal height compartment will suffice. I've not come across any tubs taller than Swiss
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#9 Post by Daryll »

Thanks Penguino, thats a good guide, although one question... don't the regulations say that the powder containers shouldn't hold more than 550g..?
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#10 Post by glevum »

I would follow the plans if I were you.

You might be able to increase your BP holding in the future...

I keep my other powder in the box as well
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