Smokeless Powder - Lot Number

[TexasTB]

With the "outage" of 8lbs packages of H-VARGET, been buying 1lbs containers. What number is the LOT number or signifies same batch?

thanks for the help in advance.

 

[raz175]

Hodgdon puts their lot code in the same place for all 1 pounders. In the picture I attached it's in the yellow box.

 

[TexasTB]

Thanks Raz175. Which of the two numbers 4 digit or 7 digit signifies the lot OR is it both?

 

[raz175]

The code break down is;
(1) 1 pound bottle
(110716) Made on November 07 2016
(5632) Batch number
All these together make the lot number.

 

[TexasTB]

So should I be looking for 1 pounders made in the same batch for consistency?

 

[raz175]

It definitely helps if you have one lot number when you develop a load. I've had different lot numbers not change the load at all, and I've had a 10% change in different lot numbers. Always verify your load when anything new is used (powder lot #, primers etc.).

 

[MagnumManiac]

If you still have an empty 8lb jug, just buy 8 1lb bottles and mix them altogether regardless of Lot#.
Then you have your OWN Lot.

Cheers.

 

[GLTaylor]

Same as above. Mix one pounders in a clean bucket, then pour back into containers. I fill to top to exclude as much air as possible. Make your own lot.

 

[MagnumManiac]

Oh, I forgot to say that you use 1 of the 1lb bottles as your decanting bottle for the whole 8lbs, then do the same if you can't get an 8lber again. Less chance that a 1lber will go bad if frequently filled.

Cheers.