Post by: salmon on July 07, 2019, 08:49:13 PM
Post by: Sabotloader on July 07, 2019, 09:00:03 PM
Was wondering if I am doing this right? Am shooting Triple 7 2ff. Measured 100 gr in volume container and then weighted on powder scale. Appr weighed 80 gr on powder scale. So does 80 gr on powder scale equal 100 gr on volume scale?
You right on... 100 grains of T7-2f buy volume should measure 77.7 grains - that is how it earned its name. Not all powders will weigh the same per 100 grains of volume. Even then the weight can change slightly from lot-to-lot. But in theory, and by rule, all the different BP and BP subs should meter about the same with a volume measure.
Post by: salmon on July 08, 2019, 05:41:14 PM
Post by: Thehowler on July 09, 2019, 06:12:30 AM
cool, good to know.Was wondering if I am doing this right? Am shooting Triple 7 2ff. Measured 100 gr in volume container and then weighted on powder scale. Appr weighed 80 gr on powder scale. So does 80 gr on powder scale equal 100 gr on volume scale?
You right on... 100 grains of T7-2f buy volume should measure 77.7 grains - that is how it earned its name. Not all powders will weigh the same per 100 grains of volume. Even then the weight can change slightly from lot-to-lot. But in theory, and by rule, all the different BP and BP subs should meter about the same with a volume measure.
Post by: nwhunter on July 09, 2019, 07:55:51 AM
Post by: JimmyHoffa on July 09, 2019, 08:32:38 AM
Do many guys that are really trying to dial in a longer range muzzleloader measure their powder by weight rather than volume.? I am going to try the blackhorn 209 and have a new breech on the way for my cva.One thing that is done is to get a more uniform mix of grain size. Some use large dropper tubes. Others like to roll the can a few times to mix it up. The difference in grain size is thought to be more important than weight--so if you weigh or measure at the beginning of a can vs the bottom (where the smaller grains settle) the grain sizes can be different of what you're loading. I doubt it makes too much difference for most, but for long range guys squeezing out the extra 10 fps or 1/4 MOA might be that difference. It is usually talked about more for the BPCR guys shooting 1K.
Post by: Magnum_Willys on July 09, 2019, 08:39:08 AM
You right on... 100 grains of T7-2f buy volume should measure 77.7 grains - that is how it earned its name.
:tup: good info.
Post by: Sabotloader on July 09, 2019, 10:52:03 AM
I think the standard was set along time ago with Swiss BP Powder. 80 grains by volume is nearly 80 grains by weight also. That is the only powder that I no off that is that close.
Post by: ctwiggs1 on July 09, 2019, 12:13:14 PM
Post by: Sabotloader on July 09, 2019, 12:36:59 PM
Post by: sjhgraysage on July 09, 2019, 02:49:23 PM
The only reason I do is because it is so expensive and I don't want to waste any dribbling it into my volume measure.
The powder is uniform in size so it is consistent in weight to volume.
Once I measure it out I put my charges in "Lanes Tubes" and that is how I carry it hunting or to the range.
My charges are 80 to 100 grains by volume in size.
Post by: Sabotloader on July 09, 2019, 04:33:24 PM
When i measure Blackhorn 209 powder I use my scale and weight it.
The only reason I do is because it is so expensive and I don't want to waste any dribbling it into my volume measure.
The powder is uniform in size so it is consistent in weight to volume.
Once I measure it out I put my charges in "Lanes Tubes" and that is how I carry it hunting or to the range.
My charges are 80 to 100 grains by volume in size.
Just be aware the volume and weight change with each different lot number. After and including lot #30 it is suppose to be uniform.