Detailed Mixtures & Construction Guide

Black Powder Mixtures

1. Maximum Power

• Potassium Nitrate: 77%
• Charcoal: 13%
• Sulfur: 10%
• Fast ignition, high energy, short burn.

2. Longer Burn

• Potassium Nitrate: 70%
• Charcoal: 20%
• Sulfur: 10%
• Moderate ignition, steady sparks.

Smoke Bomb Mixtures

• Potassium Nitrate: 60%
• Sugar: 40%
• Optional: Baking soda (2%) to slow reaction for denser smoke.

Strobe Firework Mixtures

• Potassium Nitrate or Perchlorate: 50%
• Sulfur: 30%
• Fine Magnesium or Aluminum Powder: 20%
• Pulsing strobe effect due to controlled combustion.

Sugar Rocket Fuel Mixtures

1. Maximum Power

• Potassium Nitrate: 70%
• Sugar: 25%
• Aluminum Powder: 5%
• High thrust, short burn duration.

2. Longer Burn

• Potassium Nitrate: 60%
• Sugar: 40%
• Easier ignition, slower, longer-lasting burn.

Safety Precautions

• Always test small quantities first.
• Store materials safely, away from ignition sources.
• Don't be irresponsible—handle all materials carefully.