Cannon fuse where to get

[Davey Boy]

The fuse measured 0.135-0.140" in diameter. It was surprisingly round. Other fuses I have used have bumps and raised edges or spirals. It lit well and burns underwater.

I couldn't remember what size I ran out of and now I am sure it was the 3/32 (0.0938"). I would substitute the 3/32" or the 3mm (0.1181") if I had cannons with the small fuse hole.

Because I ran out of 3/32 fuse I installed a nipple for percussion cap. The fuse hole was drilled to 0.159" (#21 drill size) for using a 10-32 tap. If I want to remove the nipple and use the 1/8" fuse it's a sure fit.

5/32" (0.1562") fuse is a size that can also be used if the nipple is removed.

 

[Davey Boy]

Check out PyroCreations.com - Fireworks Supplies, Cannon Fuse, Fireworks Paper Tubes, Chemicals

Thank you Shotgunblast for the lead on a place that had fuse in stock. I am pleased to be able to light a fuse again!

 

[UndeadPoet]

I just realized how funny it sounds that all/most of these places don’t have, and haven’t had, percussion caps or musket caps forever, but they have plenty of CANNON fuse on hand…lol!

 

[Captndan]

How did you intend to strike the cap?

 

[Davey Boy]

I wasn't clear, but the cannon has had the percussion ignition for several years. I was using the cannon at events and the fuse worried me if someone or an animal approached too close to the danger zone. I use a ball peen hammer, eye protection, and ear protection. I squat down from right or left side and just lightly tap the cap.

After firing I remove the nipple, flush the cannon bore with water until a clear stream flows from the nipple threads. Let it all dry before the next shot. I load powder, pour some powder into the threaded port, screw in the nipple. I use paper towels when firing over water and switch to flour as packing if away from anything that can't be coated in flour dust (add a light rain and wow what a mess). I use a wood rammer and dead blow hammer to pack.

Typically, I load it pretty heavy which causes a rollback of 6 to 10 feet.

I use Pyrodex only and it can last 20 years outside in the shed with no issues other than the cover begins to rust.

 

[Paul-in-PA]

Powder Inc sells fuse

 

[Davey Boy]

I checked Powder Inc for fuse and powder, I almost fell out of the chair at the prices !



It is shocking, but they got it if you need it, I added it to my contacts list.

Thank you, Paul-in-PA

 

[Captndan]

Has anyone come up with a flint device to ignite the charge?

 

[UndeadPoet]

Has anyone come up with a flint device to ignite the charge?

I thought some cannons (maybe shipboard ones) had a flintlock ignition?

 

[TDM]

They, French & English navy, started using cannon flints late 18th - early 19th century. From what I've read, most didn't trust them early on and would keep a lit wick close by.

And Sportsmans Warehouse still has fuse.

 

[UndeadPoet]

I was at Academy Sports in Rock Hill, SC today, and they had green cannon fuse.

 

[brownac1983]

I was at Academy Sports in Rock Hill, SC today, and they had green cannon fuse.

Shelton Fireworks off of I-85 near Blacksburg usually has it in stock near the register.

 

[Captndan]

Skylighters has fuse on sale at 25% off. Good folks to deal with.