Tracers and tracers igniters

Question 1

Tracers and tracers igniters Purpose?

Answer 1

Emit light, may be used to self-destruct (tracer burns through HE initiating it)

Question 2

Dark ignition:

Answer 2

Prevent dazzling, prevent observation of firing position.

Question 3

Principles of tracer compositions:

Answer 3

Luminosity, strength, Consistency of performance ease of ignition.

Question 4

Means of ignition?

Answer 4

Direct ignition (crush mechanism) and propellant ignition.

Question 5

Method of securing tracer to projectile? / Tracer projectile?

Answer 5

Threaded externally to screw into base.
Threaded internally for attachment to a screw-threaded spigot.
Separate screws passing trough the tracer body.

Question 6

Method of Sealing

Answer 6

Brass or Celluloid discs or cups.
Sealing methods vary considerably.
Nitro-Glycerine and Carbamite.
Bakelite discs.

Question 7

3 classifications of tracers?

Answer 7

Tracer projectile, Tracer and igniter projectile, Integral Tracer.

Question 8

What is the dual function of Tracer and igniter projectile

Answer 8

Dual function as a self-destruct.