Sulphur in candy

Nov 14, 2004 2 Replies

Candy propellant is not easy to ignite in compare with black powder. Will adding sulphur will improve the thing? Is it possible to use mix with sulphur safely if using melting?



Best, Vello


I keep hearing people talk about trouble igniting RCandy it makes me think. I've never had any issues lighting cast or pressed KNSU, perhaps this is because I don't use fertilizer grade?

Sulfur (3%) will lower the ignition temp though it will still be a little harder to light then BP. Besides the lower igniting temp I can't see why it would any more dangerous then without; however, this is based solely on my experiences. Ohh, I almost forgot, it burnt about 20 faster then without.. faster then 1% Fe2O3, so make nozzle adjustments accordingly.

-Cat

Guys,

KN/SB lights fine with a decent ignitor regardless of grade, and I think this discussion would be more fruitful and appropriate on SUGPRO.

Jim Rutkowski Executive Chef

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