Description

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Norma 202 Smokeless Powder is specially developed to provide maximum performance in the .308 Win. Norma 202 is a very useful powder for cases with medium capacity compared to caliber, such as the 8×57, 9.3×62 and 9.3x74R. This propellant is also highly recommended for .375 H&H Mag as well as .35 Whelen loaded with heavier bullets.

• Bulk density (min): 880 g/l
• Energy: 3852 J/g
• Package size: 500 g

The shooter using Norma powder can safely trust that loading data, pressure, velocity and accuracy are maintained at the same high level from lot to lot. In addition, a flexible range of powders offers the handloader many opportunities. Handloaders can load the best possible cartridges in any caliber choice.

What is meant by ”smokeless” powder?

Smokeless powder is a type of propellant used to expel the bullet from a firearm’s barrel. The term refers to the fact that this type of powder produces minimal smoke upon ignition compared to the older black powder used in early firearms.

Unlike black powder, which primarily consists of sulfur, charcoal, and potassium nitrate, smokeless powder is composed of nitrocellulose or a combination of nitrocellulose and nitroglycerin. These components undergo a chemical reaction when ignited. As a result, they create controlled combustion that rapidly generates high pressure gases. Therefore, propelling the bullet forward and out of the barrel.

The use of smokeless powder offers several advantages compared to black powder. Firstly, it produces significantly less smoke upon ignition, improving visibility for the shooter. This is especially true in situations where rapid follow-up shots or multiple shots are required. Furthermore, barrel fouling is reduced, which results in easier maintenance and increased reliability.

In addition, smokeless powder is more stable and less sensitive to temperature variations compared to black powder, making it a safer and more consistent choice for ammunition. The controlled burn rate of smokeless powder can also be tailored to specific cartridge requirements. As a result, manufacturers can optimize performance, accuracy, and recoil characteristics for various types of firearms and applications.

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