Description
VECTAN BA7 1/2 is a versatile powder with a medium-fast burn rate positioned at 6.7, making it an ideal choice for handgun and pistol loads. It is well-suited for applications requiring efficient energy transfer and consistent pressure profiles across a range of calibers. The powder's fine-grain spherical form ensures excellent metering characteristics, allowing for precise charge weights and minimal variation during loading processes. Handloaders will appreciate BA7 1/2’s stable performance across various temperature conditions, reducing concerns of pressure fluctuations in different climates. Popular caliber pairings include 9mm Luger, .40 S&W, and .45 ACP, where its balanced energy and pressure parameters allow for optimized velocity and accuracy. During load development, BA7 1/2 offers a forgiving nature, making it easier to tune loads for specific needs while maintaining safe operating pressures. Its manufacturer, VECTAN, is renowned for producing high-quality propellants, ensuring consistent performance and fostering trust and satisfaction within the handloading community.
Specifications
Burn Rate
7 (Medium-Fast)
Bulk Density
0.675 g/cm³
Density
1.580 g/cm³
Temperature Sensitivity
Low
Suitable Substitutes
Powders with a similar burn rate that may be suitable alternatives (also see burn rate chart):
Standard Loads — SNPE Vectan BA7 1/2
Verified load data combinations using SNPE Vectan BA7 1/2.
.30 Super Carry
H&N .314 | 100gr | H&N WC HS Match 100gr
.30 Super Carry
H&N .313 | 100gr | H&N WC KB Match 100gr
.30 Super Carry
Rim Rock .313 | 100gr | Rim Rock DEWC 100gr
.327 Federal Mag.
ACME .313 | 100gr | ACME RN COATED 100gr
.327 Federal Mag.
Berry's .312 | 71gr | Berry's Round Nose 71gr
.327 Federal Mag.
CamPro .312 | 115gr | CamPro FP 115gr
.327 Federal Mag.
H&N .311 | 86gr | H&N RN HS 86gr
.327 Federal Mag.
H&N .309 | 86gr | H&N RN HS 86gr
.327 Federal Mag.
H&N .313 | 90gr | H&N WC KB Match 90gr
.327 Federal Mag.
H&N .313 | 90gr | H&N WC 90gr
.327 Federal Mag.
H&N .314 | 100gr | H&N RN HS 100gr
.327 Federal Mag.
H&N .313 | 100gr | H&N WC F Match 100gr
.327 Federal Mag.
H&N .314 | 100gr | H&N WC HS Match 100gr
.327 Federal Mag.
H&N .313 | 100gr | H&N WC KB Match 100gr
.327 Federal Mag.
Lapua .314 | 83gr | Lapua Lead Wadcutter 83gr
.327 Federal Mag.
LEE .314 | 90gr | LEE Mold 314-090-SWC 90gr
.327 Federal Mag.
LEE .311 | 93gr | LEE Mold 311-093-1R 93gr
.327 Federal Mag.
LEE .311 | 100gr | LEE Mold 311-100-2R 100gr
Subsonic Loads — SNPE Vectan BA7 1/2
Verified subsonic load data combinations using SNPE Vectan BA7 1/2.
.30-06 Spring.
Berger .308 | 230gr | Berger Hybrid Target 230gr
.30-06 Spring.
Berger .308 | 230gr | Berger Hybrid OTM Tactical 230gr
.30-06 Spring.
Discreet Ballistics .308 | 188gr | Discreet Ballistics Selous Machined Expander 188gr
.30-06 Spring.
Hornady .308 | 175gr | Hornady Sub-X 175gr
.30-06 Spring.
Hornady .308 | 190gr | Hornady Sub-X 190gr
.30-06 Spring.
Lapua .308 | 200gr | Lapua Subsonic 200gr
.30-06 Spring.
MAKER .308 | 200gr | MAKER 200 Grain .308 Expanding Subsonic Blackout Bullets 200gr
.30-06 Spring.
MAKER .308 | 220gr | MAKER 300 blackout 220gr
.30-06 Spring.
Peregrine .308 | 155gr | Peregrine Subsonic 155gr
.30-06 Spring.
Reichenberg .308 | 154gr | Reichenberg HDB Subsonic 154gr
.30-06 Spring.
Reichenberg .308 | 200gr | Reichenberg Subsonic 200gr
.30-06 Spring.
Sierra .308 | 220gr | Sierra MatchKing 220gr
.30-06 Spring.
Styria Arms | AERO .308 | 95gr | AERO SUB-I,- smax:11.30 95gr
.30-06 Spring.
Styria Arms | AERO .308 | 115gr | AERO SUB,- smax:11.40 115gr
.30-06 Spring.
Styria Arms | AERO .308 | 190gr | AERO SUB,- smax:23.90 190gr
.300 AAC Blackout
Barnes .308 | 180gr | Barnes MRX BT 180gr
.300 AAC Blackout
Discreet Ballistics .308 | 188gr | Discreet Ballistics Selous Machined Expander 188gr
.300 AAC Blackout
Hornady .308 | 175gr | Hornady Sub-X 175gr
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