SMOKE COMPOSITION #1
SOURCE: rec.pyrotechnics
COMMENTS: Different sources mention different compositions. The most frequently mentioned is featured here.
The mixture is most successful when prepared by melting the sugar and potassium nitrate together on low heat, but this requires good stirring and there is a risk of accidental ignition. The molten mixture can be poured in cardboard containers and a fuse can be inserted while the mixture solidifies.
PREPARATION (parts by weight):
CHEMICAL | PERCENT/PARTS | AMOUNT |
Potassium nitrate | 0.500 | |
Sugar | 0.500 | |
Total |