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Pyrodex is a black powder substitute manufactured by Hodgdon. It is used in muzzleloading and black powder firearms. It is also used in some small arms ammunition. Pyrodex is similar to black powder in that it is a mixture of sulfur, charcoal, and potassium nitrate. However, Pyrodex is more powerful than black powder and produces less fouling.
Pyrodex was first introduced in the early 1970s and has been popular with shooters since then. It is available in pellets, granules, and powder form. Pyrodex is also used in some black powder muzzleloading rifles and pistols.
Is Pyrodex more powerful than black powder?
Pyrodex is more energetic per unit mass than black powder but is less dense and can be substituted at a 1:1 ratio by volume for black powder in many applications.
What is Pyrodex RS use for?
Pyrodex RS is designed for all calibres of percussion muzzleloading rifles and shotguns. It has broad application of uses and is the most versatile powder in the Pyrodex range. Like all grades of Pyrodex, it burns cleaner and produces less fouling than black powder.
Is Pyrodex still in business?
Hodgdon still manufactures Pyrodex, Triple Seven and Blackhorn 209, available in powder and granular form. The company said GOEX’s closure would not impact the production of any of its other product lines, including black powder substitutes.
What is the cleanest muzzle loading powder?
Blackhorn 209 pyrodex powder produces some of the highest velocities of any black powder substitute. In addition, its performance is very consistent, which improves accuracy. It is also non-corrosive and the cleanest burning black powder substitute.
What is the difference between Pyrodex and Pyrodex select?
Select is an upgrade to our Pyrodex RS grade. By using RS or FFg data in a volumetric measurement, Select can significantly reduce group size. Select works well with conical hooves and bullets. Has also become a favourite among many black powder cartridge shooters due to its exceptional consistency. Best Hodgdon Pyrodex RS Black Powder Substitute 1 lb for online.
Hodgdon Pyrodex RS can use in all calibres of percussion muzzleloading rifles and shotguns. It has broad application of uses and is the most versatile powder in the Pyrodex range. Like all grades of Pyrodex, it burns cleaner and produces less fouling than black powder. RS compares to 2F black powder based on particle size.
To note:
- Do not exceed the charges displayed in the reloader guide.
- Never mix two powders, regardless of type, brand or source.
- Never substitute smokeless powder with black powder or a black powder substitute.
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