Replacing Zr with Ti powder for impact sensitive compositions.

[50AE]

Hello guys,

 

I am wondering if it's possible to replace Zr with Ti with the fundamental question in mind, how much different arethe two metals in terms of reactivity in pyrotechnic mixtures. This question has to do with Zirconium paintballs used in the movie industry. They are filled with a Zr, KClO₃ and quartz sand mixture that ignites on the ball's impact. However, zirconium gets more expensive and hard to get. I'm willing to substitute it with fine Ti, however I think I may need a further sensitizer. Sb₂S₃ gets in my mind. What are your opinions?

 

Regards,

Alexander.

Edited October 21, 2015 by 50AE