Thermal Detonator
The thermal detonator is a compact high-energy explosive used against personnel, structures, equipment, and hardened positions.
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General Information
| Model | Class-A |
|---|---|
| Category | Weapons |
| Classification | Grenades & Explosives |
| Status | Active |
| Introduced | 1 AIA |
| Manufacturers | Merr-Sonn Munitions (Merr-Sonn) — Manufacturer |
| Operators | Imperial Army (IA) — Primary Imperial Stormtrooper Corps (ISTC) |
Specifications
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Weapon Type
Class-A thermal explosive
Dimensions
0.11 m diameter
Weight
0.5 kg
Fuze
Timed, impact, or dead-man fuze with coded safety
Effect Radius
5 m containment radius; adjustable demolition yield
Delivery
Hand-thrown, emplaced, or command-detonated
Effect
Contained thermal fusion blast
Service Role
Assault demolition and hardened-target destruction
Description
A sealed casing contains a high-energy thermal charge initiated by a protected control and selectable timer. The resulting blast releases intense heat and pressure within the device’s lethal radius. Imperial doctrine restricts issue and handling because accidental or unauthorized detonation can cause severe casualties in enclosed positions.
Origin: Mixed
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