About
Time fuze is typically positioned in the nose of a bomb or artillery shell, and it triggers detonation based on a timer mechanism. It is equipped with two distinct operational modes: Timer and Point Detonation Super Quick (PDSQ). The selection of the fuze's functioning mode can be conveniently adjusted using a handheld inductive setter. Notably, this indigenously developed fuze provides a high degree of programmability. Users have the flexibility to repeatedly program the timer setting within a range spanning from 3 to 199 seconds, with precise adjustments possible in increments as small as 0.1 seconds. In essence, this fuze serves as a critical component in munitions, allowing for precise timing of detonation, and its versatile modes and programmability make it well-suited for various operational scenarios and mission objectives.
Features
Benefits
Fuze Arming Time
Becomes fully armed 1000 milliseconds after launch
Velocity and Pressure
Designed for safe operation within a muzzle velocity range of 180 to 1100 m/s and withstands chamber pressure up to 440 MPa
Shelf Life
Guaranteed minimum durability of 15 years under protected storage conditions
Safety
Meets MIL-STD-1316D and STANAG 41873 compliance for superior safety and reliability
Key Specifications
Applications
- Artillery ammunition for 105mm and 155mm calibres
Variants
FAQs
A time fuze is a device in ammunition that controls the timing of detonation. It delays an explosion until a specific point in a projectile’s trajectory or a predetermined time, optimizing its effectiveness in military applications. Time fuzes come in various types, including mechanical and electronic systems, contributing to the precision of modern artillery and munitions.
Timed fuzes control the detonation timing of ammunition. Mechanical or electronic mechanisms inside the fuze set a specific delay before triggering the explosive charge. In artillery shells or projectiles, this delay allows for precise timing of explosions, optimizing impact effectiveness.Timed fuzes play a crucial role in military applications, providing versatility in adapting to different scenarios and distances.
A fuze is used in ammunition to initiate the detonation of explosives.It can be impact-based, triggered by contact with a target, or time-based, allowing for a delay in explosion. Fuzes are crucial in military applications, optimizing the effectiveness of projectiles by synchronizing detonations with specific points in trajectory or predetermined time intervals.