

Blasting Solutions
Electric detonation
Proven technology for mining and civil applications.

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
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
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
Specification documents
Specification documents
Further insights
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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