Detonating cord
A cord with a PETN explosive core (5-40 g/m) that detonates at approximately 6,400 m/s when initiated. Used to connect multiple charges for simultaneous detonation or to transmit a detonation signal. It is an explosive, not a fuse; it must be initiated by a detonator, not a flame.
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