Shaped Charge Components
(Cont’d)
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Case: The metal case contains the components of the shaped
charge. During manufacturing, the high explosive is pressed into
the case under high pressure to form a cone.
Primer: The primer is a high explosive used to initiate detonation of
the main explosive in a shaped charge.
Main Explosive: The main explosive is the secondary high
explosive used to create the hyperjet upon detonation.
Conical Liner: This powdered metal liner is pressed into the cone
depression formed in the main explosive. The liner serves to
enhance the performance of the hyperjet