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Detonating cord (det cord)

A flexible tube containing a PETN explosive core at a standard linear charge density (3.6 g/m for No. 2 cord). Propagates detonation at approximately 6,400 m/s. Used in mining and demolition for simultaneous multi-point initiation. Brand names: Primacord (US), Cordeau (France).

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