After you have cast your gel, keep it refrigerated until use. Storage: When storing your gel powder, keep it dry, sealed and out of direct sunlight.

This is made using 10% gel powder by weight and 90% water by weight (or volume). Used for when a repeatable and calibrated human analogue is required and can be used for all types of projectiles or penetrating objects. The standard mixture is the benchmark reference for forensic testing around the world. Note: Please follow all standard safety procedures when using firearms. Ifyou do not have a thermometer, the mixture will become like a syrup without lumps.Ĥ) Pour into your mould making sure there are no large bubbles and place in the fridge for 24 hours.ĥ) Gently remove from the mould and use as required.ġ) Making sure your gel is at a suitable temperature, place the gel on a flat surface.Ģ) If required and if using large calibre firearms, tie down the gel with string or cord.ģ) At a suitable distance, shoot your gel.

This is used by various industries and law enforcement agencies around the world to test bullet penetration and medical procedures amongst many other things.This is the ORIGINAL terminal ballistic analogue and is the only material that is accepted as evidence in courts all around the world.ġ) Measuring out 10% gel powder (by weight) to 90% cold water (by weight or volume), add the water to the gel powder and mix gently.Ģ) Place in the fridge and allow the mixture to “Bloom” for 2 hours.ģ) Heat the mixture up to 39C and stir slowly, allowing the mixture to melt throughout. Ballistic gel powder is a specific technical gelatine, which when mixed to a specific density creates an analogue for human tissue.

Ballistics gelatin powder