ELTENDDON, FORETREDESVIS FOR ARTILLERIAMMUNITION

摘要

The present invention relates to an electric igniter of the type comprising two electrically conductive bodies separated by an insulating body. The conductive bodies and said insulating body define a very smooth common surface having a thin connective member electrically connecting the conductive bodies. A pyrotechnic charge is in contact with said thin connective member for ignition when said member is heated by a flow of electric current therethrough. The connective member comprises one or more thin metal layers which are bonded to said smooth surface. In order to give the igniter a somewhat "slower" electrical response as well as increasing the mechanical strength of the connective member. The connective member also comprises an additional thin layer of inert material, preferably a glass- or SiO2-layer, applied directly on the upper metal layer.