affyringsstedet

Affyringsstedet is a term used in Danish to describe the point at which an ignition or initiation occurs in a device that contains an explosive charge. The word stems from affyring (ignition or firing) and stedet (the place). In technical contexts it denotes where the initiating energy is applied to start the charge, whether by a primer, fuse, or electronic detonation.

In firearms and artillery, affyringsstedet refers to the ignition point that transfers flame or heat to the main charge. In muzzle-loading firearms, the priming powder in the pan must reach the main charge through the touch hole, making the touch hole the affyringsstedet. In artillery, the fuse or vent that starts the charge—via percussion, electric ignition, or a timed fuze—serves as the affyringsstedet. The exact location and type of ignition mechanism are critical for reliable operation and safety.

In pyrotechnics and explosive engineering, affyringsstedet encompasses any point where the initiating energy is introduced to begin detonation or combustion. Different systems use different means to supply that energy, such as caps, fuses, or detonators. Safety considerations emphasize controlled access to the ignition point, proper handling, and adherence to procedures to prevent accidental initiation or misfires.

Today the term is primarily used in Danish technical literature and historical manuals related to weapons, ammunition, and explosives. In everyday Danish, related terms like tændingspunkt or tændingssted might be used, but affyringsstedet remains the formal designation in specialized contexts.