PHOTOFLASH POWDER COMPOSITION #15
SOURCE: SA Cyclopedia
COMMENTS:
DANGER/CAUTION
Magnesium-based flash powders are more sensitive and violent than those made with aluminum. Individuals inexperienced with flash are encouraged to avoid such compositions.
PREPARATION (parts by weight):
CHEMICAL | PERCENT/PARTS | AMOUNT |
Magnesium (fine) | 0.330 | |
Barium nitrate | 0.490 | |
Sulfur | 0.065 | |
Beef suet | 0.115 | |
Total |