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Blasting Solutions

Electric detonation

Reliable electric detonators for safe and consistent blasting in mining and civil applications.
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Proven technology for mining and civil applications.

Electric detonator systems or 'electrics' use electric current to initiate detonators, providing a simple and cost-effective solution for blasting operations. 

Orica’s electric detonator range is designed for reliability, safety, and compatibility with various blasting applications. These systems are widely used in surface and underground mining, quarrying, and civil projects where controlled initiation is essential. 

Certain products are available only regionally. Contact us or check with your local Orica representative for availability.

Electrics range

Dynadet C3 NPED

Full-strength electric detonator using NPED technology for enhanced safety and environmental compliance. Applications: Surface and underground blasting where lead-free solutions are preferred. 

Key Features: NPED technology (lead-free) Consistent delay timing Robust aluminium shell

Electric Carrick II

Reliable electric detonator designed for general blasting applications. Applications: Surface mining and quarrying. 

Key Features: Strong initiation capability Simple and cost-effective Compatible with boosters

Electric MS

Millisecond delay detonator for precise blast sequencing. Applications: Complex blasting patterns requiring accurate timing. 

Key Features: Millisecond delays High reliability Suitable for large blasts

Electric LP

Long-period delay detonator for controlled blasting in development work. Applications: Underground mining and civil tunnelling. 

Key Features: Extended delay intervals Robust design Ideal for sequential blasting

Electric COAL

Specialised electric detonator for coal mining applications. Applications: Surface coal operations requiring safe and efficient initiation. 

Key Features: Designed for coal environments Reliable performance Cost-effective solution

Features and benefits

Reliable initiation

Consistent performance for safe blasting

Cost-effective solution

Simple technology for budget-conscious operations

Versatile applications

Suitable for surface and underground blasting

Robust design

Performs in harsh mining environments

Compatible with boosters

Ensures strong energy transfer

Simple deployment

Easy to handle and install

Industries

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Surface metal

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Surface coal

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Underground mining

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Underground construction and tunnelling

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Construction

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Quarrying

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Oil and gas

Hole conditions

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Dry

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Dewatered

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Wet

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Hard rock

Questions?

Contact our global team of experts to learn how we can support your operations. 

Further insights

Understanding Orica's electronic detonators

What are electric detonators?
Electric detonators, often called electrics, are initiation devices that use an electrical current to fire the detonator. They are a simple, reliable and proven method for initiating blasts in mining, quarrying and construction.

How do electric detonators work? An electric current is sent through a lead wire to heat a bridge wire inside the detonator. This heat ignites a pyrotechnic composition that initiates the detonation sequence.

What are the advantages of electric detonators?
Electric detonators provide:

  • Simple and reliable initiation
  • Cost‑effective blast timing options
  • Compatibility with a wide range of blasting equipment
  • Flexibility across a variety of hole conditions and site layouts

Where are electric systems typically used? They are commonly used in surface mining, underground development, quarrying, and civil projects where simplicity and cost-effectiveness are priorities. 

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MARKETS AND SOLUTIONS

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Small mining operations

Cost-efficient blasting, optimised fragmentation and environmental control. 

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