Description
This is mechanical instantaneous type fuze containing a spring activated striker with a trip lever release. It is provided with a narrow rectangular metal case with a lid hinged at one end and resting on a hinged trip lever. This lever retains the striker by engaging in a notch in the top of the striker shaft, A cotter pin is used as the safety. A standard adapter with percussion cap is screwed into the base.
The No. 6, Mark 1 is used in booby- traps placed in narrow openings, such as under a door, behind a drawer, or under heavy objects, such as packing cases, that are likely to be lifted. It may also be installed in mines as a boobytrap.
Functioning
No information about functioning.
See Also
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Source(s)
TM 5-280, Foreign Mine Warfare Equipment (chg 1, 1971)
OP 1665, British Explosive Ordnance (1946)
