Description
VECTAN's BA9 1/2 is a versatile propellant powder with a burn rate that positions it in the medium-fast category, making it particularly effective for a wide range of handgun and pistol applications. It is designed to deliver consistent performance for calibers such as 9mm, .38 Special, and .45 ACP, offering handloaders flexibility in these popular categories. BA9 1/2 features a fine, spherical granule structure which allows for precise and uniform metering, enhancing the ease of use in progressive reloading presses. Manufactured with an emphasis on temperature stability, this powder is known for maintaining consistent performance across a variety of environmental conditions, ensuring reliable shooting regardless of temperature fluctuations. In load development, BA9 1/2 offers a forgiving nature, allowing for tailored load customization while maintaining safe pressures. VECTAN's reputation in the handloading community is marked by high-quality standards and dependable results, making BA9 1/2 a preferred choice for those seeking balanced performance in their pistol ammunition.
Specifications
Burn Rate
9 (Fast)
Bulk Density
0.595 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 BA9 1/2
Verified load data combinations using SNPE Vectan BA9 1/2.
.30 Super Carry
Berry's .312 | 71gr | Berry's Round Nose 71gr
.30 Super Carry
CamPro .312 | 115gr | CamPro FP 115gr
.30 Super Carry
H&N .309 | 71gr | H&N RN HS 71gr
.30 Super Carry
H&N .311 | 86gr | H&N RN HS 86gr
.30 Super Carry
H&N .309 | 86gr | H&N RN HS 86gr
.30 Super Carry
H&N .313 | 90gr | H&N WC KB Match 90gr
.30 Super Carry
H&N .313 | 90gr | H&N WC 90gr
.30 Super Carry
H&N .314 | 100gr | H&N RN HS 100gr
.30 Super Carry
H&N .314 | 100gr | H&N RN F 100gr
.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
Hornady .312 | 60gr | Hornady XTP 60gr
.30 Super Carry
Hornady .311 | 71gr | Hornady FMJ RN 71gr
.30 Super Carry
Hornady .314 | 90gr | Hornady SWC 90gr
.30 Super Carry
Hornady .312 | 100gr | Hornady XTP 100gr
.30 Super Carry
Lapua .314 | 98gr | Lapua Lead Wadcutter 98gr
.30 Super Carry
LEE .314 | 90gr | LEE Mold 314-090-SWC 90gr
.30 Super Carry
LEE .311 | 93gr | LEE Mold 311-093-1R 93gr
Subsonic Loads — SNPE Vectan BA9 1/2
Verified subsonic load data combinations using SNPE Vectan BA9 1/2.
.30-06 Spring.
Berger .308 | 230gr | Berger Hybrid OTM Tactical 230gr
.30-06 Spring.
Berger .308 | 230gr | Berger Hybrid Target 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
Ferrobull Europe .308 | 180gr | Ferrobull Tripple Expand Jagd 180gr
Community Subsonic Loads — SNPE Vectan BA9 1/2
Sample load data calculated with SNPE Vectan BA9 1/2.
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| Cartridge | Bullet | Barrel (in) | Charge (gr) | OAL (in) | Case Volume (GoW) | Max. Pressure (psi) | Muzzle Velocity (fps) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| .357 | 150gr | Nosler SP | 4.0 | 6.6 | 1.59 | 25.6 | 30,400 (70%) | 1063 | |
| .357 | 158gr | Ares RNBB | 4.0 | 6.6 | 1.59 | 25.6 | 31,299 (72%) | 1050 | |
| .355 | 124gr | Geco FMJ | 5.0 | ••.• | 1.16 | 13.8 | 25,628 (75%) | 1106 | |
| .355 | 124gr | Limit FMJ | 5.0 | ••.• | 1.16 | 13.8 | 28,166 (83%) | 1099 | |
| .355 | 124gr | Limit FMJ | 5.0 | ••.• | 1.15 | 13.8 | 27,702 (81%) | 1089 | |
| .355 | 124gr | Hornady XTP | 4.5 | ••.• | 1.09 | 13.8 | 27,717 (81%) | 1086 | |
| .355 | 124gr | Limit FMJ | 5.0 | ••.• | 1.16 | 13.8 | 26,919 (79%) | 1083 | |
| .355 | 124gr | ALSA PRO FMJ | 4.0 | ••.• | 1.16 | 13.8 | 28,964 (85%) | 1076 | |
| .356 | 125gr | H&N KS HS | 5.0 | ••.• | 1.09 | 13.8 | 26,310 (77%) | 1073 | |
| .355 | 124gr | Limit FMJ | 5.0 | ••.• | 1.15 | 13.8 | 26,571 (78%) | 1073 | |
| .356 | 125gr | H&N KS HS HP | 5.0 | ••.• | 1.12 | 13.8 | 24,526 (72%) | 1066 | |
| .355 | 124gr | ALSA PRO FMJ | 5.0 | ••.• | 1.15 | 13.8 | 25,556 (75%) | 1066 | |
| .355 | 124gr | Limit FMJ | 5.0 | ••.• | 1.16 | 13.8 | 25,962 (76%) | 1063 | |
| .356 | 125gr | H&N KS HS | 5.0 | ••.• | 1.10 | 13.8 | 25,193 (74%) | 1060 | |
| .356 | 125gr | H&N KS HS HP | 5.0 | ••.• | 1.10 | 13.8 | 24,772 (73%) | 1056 | |
| .355 | 115gr | Geco FMJ | 5.0 | ••.• | 1.15 | 13.8 | 20,146 (59%) | 1050 | |
| .356 | 125gr | H&N KS HS HP | 5.0 | ••.• | 1.12 | 13.8 | 23,337 (68%) | 1047 | |
| .355 | 115gr | Geco FMJ | 5.0 | ••.• | 1.16 | 13.8 | 19,421 (57%) | 1043 |
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