KNOw3

Hi, I'm a new member here. I searched for the answer to both questions in the forums, but did not find them.

1. Is it possible to increase the power of traditional black powder by replacing KNO3 with perc and adjusting the ratios accordingly? Has anyone tried this, and if so, what is the stability and senstivity you have observed?

2. Will iron oxide added to traditional BP act as a catalyst, speeding the reaction?


If BP could be modified in either way while still retaining its *relative* safe disposition, what are your thoughts about using it as burst charge?


Thanks,


P.S. I suppose that neither suggestion will make a difference if the C-burning (i.e. heat propagation) is the limiting factor?