Definition of Detonating cord

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Detonating cord

The term 'Detonating cord' as it applies to the area of reclamation can be defined as ' Round, flexible textile, or plastic cord with a center core of high explosive. A common use is to tie in shots using nonelectric delays (MS connectors) when the use of electric caps would be hazardous or undesirable'.

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