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The versatility of the electric squib is well known. Not only being used for the traditional on-screen bullet hits, but also applications for use with cable cutters, glass breakers, trunnion guns, Matt Sweeney Releases, blood hits, dust hits, simulated strafing hits from aircraft: the options are endless!
All the squibs are colour coded and have been made in sizes and strengths comparable with the De La Mare and Josef Kohler Engineering range of squibs. All products are CE tested and marked accordingly, complying with the stringent government test criteria.
The pride of Sterling Pyrotechnics lies in its 'Made in the UK' label. Every aspect of the manufacturing process, from concept to creation, takes place within specialist facilities in the United Kingdom. This ensures the highest level of quality control. Operations include the manufacturing of explosive substances and articles, explosive storage and disposals.
Sterling Pyrotechnics’ lead-free squibs and bullet hits are designed to provide filmmakers and television producers with realistic and impactful effects while prioritizing safety and environmental responsibility. Sterling Pyrotechnics' dedication to using lead-free materials underscores its commitment to both the art of entertainment and the well-being of the personnel and the environment.
Manufactured in the UK
Our squibs are lead free
OUR PRODUCTS
As a prominent pyrotechnic supplier to the film industry, we have had the privilege of associating with visionary filmmakers and production teams. We like to think that the use of our products may have played a small role in enhancing many an on-screen moment.
In a fast-moving industry where innovation and safety go hand in hand, Sterling Pyrotechnics has emerged as a producer of the highest quality products that perform uniformly and consistently time and time again. With its lead-free electric squibs and bullet hits, the company enables filmmakers to enhance their storytelling, while its dedication to manufacturing every product in the UK underscores its commitment to excellence and authenticity. The use of Sterling Pyrotechnics special effects continues to allow filmmakers and artists to illuminate screens and captivate audiences.
The GD6 range of the squibs find favour not only in their use as direct bullet hits but are also used in a range of devices such as cable cutters, trunnion guns, Matt Sweeney Releases, glass breakers and the like.
GD6’s come in sizes 6 (red), 3 (Black), 2 (white), 1 (yellow), ½ (green)
GD6 Series Electric Squibs
GD6-6
T2
0432
50
Net Explosive Content (g)
Pack quantity (units)
UN Number
CE Type
0.25g
GD6-3
T2
0432
50
Net Explosive Content (g)
Pack quantity (units)
UN Number
CE Type
0.15g
GD6-2
T2
0432
50
Net Explosive Content (g)
Pack quantity (units)
UN Number
CE Type
0.10g
GD6-1
T2
0432
50
Net Explosive Content (g)
Pack quantity (units)
UN Number
CE Type
0.05g
GD6-½
T2
0432
50
Net Explosive Content (g)
Pack quantity (units)
UN Number
CE Type
0.025g
The GD8 range of electric squib are perfectly suited for use with personal body hits.
GD8’s come in sizes 2 (white), 1 (yellow), ½ (red), ¼ (green), 1/8 (orange)
GD8 Series Electric Squibs
GD8-2
T2
0432
50
Net Explosive Content (g)
Pack quantity (units)
UN Number
CE Type
0.1g
GD8-1
T2
0432
50
Net Explosive Content (g)
Pack quantity (units)
UN Number
CE Type
0.05g
GD8-½
T2
0432
50
Net Explosive Content (g)
Pack quantity (units)
UN Number
CE Type
0.025g
GD8-¼
T2
0432
50
Net Explosive Content (g)
Pack quantity (units)
UN Number
CE Type
0.013g
GD8-1/8
T2
0432
50
Net Explosive Content (g)
Pack quantity (units)
UN Number
CE Type
0.007g
The GDX range of electric squibs give a more brisant explosive effect.
These squibs ARE NOT recommended for use in cable cutters, trunnion guns, etc due to their high power.
GDX’s come in ½ (yellow), 1 (red), 2 (light brown), 4 (black)
GDX Series Electric Squibs
GDX-4
T2
0432
40
Net Explosive Content (g)
Pack quantity (units)
UN Number
CE Type
0.28g
GDX-2
T2
0432
40
Net Explosive Content (g)
Pack quantity (units)
UN Number
CE Type
0.160g
GDX-1
T2
0432
40
Net Explosive Content (g)
Pack quantity (units)
UN Number
CE Type
0.085g
GDX-½
T2
0432
40
Net Explosive Content (g)
Pack quantity (units)
UN Number
CE Type
0.05g
Contact us to find out more about our safe squibs
Sterling Pyrotechnics
Sapphire House
Nicks Lane, Brome, IP23 8AN
Tel: 07707012378
For order enquires or questions please fill in our contact form here