TM 31-210
Improvised Munitions Handbook
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No. 15 |
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RECLAMATION OF RDX FROM C-4 |
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| RDX can be obtained from C-4 explosive with the use of gasoline. It can be used as a booster explosive for detonators (Section VI, No. 13) or as a high-explosive charge. | |
| MATERIALS REQUIRED: |
| Gasoline |
| C-4 explosive |
| 2 pint glass jars, wide mouth |
| Paper towels |
| Stirring rod, glass or wood |
| Water - Optional (RDX can be air-dried instead) |
| Ceramic or glass dish - Optional (RDX can be air-dried instead) |
| Pan - Optional (RDX can be air-dried instead) |
| Heat source - Optional (RDX can be air-dried instead) |
| Teaspoon |
| Cup |
| Tape |
| PROCEDURE: | |
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1. Place 1-1/2 teaspoons (15 grams) of C-4 explosive in one of the ping jars. add 1 cup (240 milliliters) of gasoline.
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Note: These quantities can be increased to obtain more RDX. for example, use 2 gallons of gasoline per 1 cup of C-4. |
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2. Knead and stir the C-4 with the rod until the C-4 has broken down into small particles. Allow mixture to stand for 1/2 hour. |
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3. Stir the mixture again until a fine white powder remains on the bottom of the jar. |
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4. Filter the mixture through a paper towel into the other glass jar. Wash the particles collected on the paper towel with 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) of gasoline. Discard the waste liquid. |
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5. Place the RDX particles in a glass or ceramic dish in a pan of hot water, not boiling, and dry for a period of 1 hour. |
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Note: The RDX particles may be air dried for a period of 2 to 3 hours. |
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