Alliant Clay Dot Smokeless Gun Powder

Clear Product Overview

Alliant Clay Dot propellant is an American-made, double-base flake powder engineered specifically for 12 gauge target shooters who demand clean performance and low recoil. Formulated to drop-in match the famous load data and charge weights of Clays® powder, this specialized propellant gives trap, skeet, and sporting clays handloaders an economical, high-performing alternative. Because it burns remarkably clean even at low pressures, Clay Dot leaves minimal carbon residue in your barrels and action. As a result, your gun stays cleaner throughout long target matches.

Relevant Specifications

• Brand: Alliant Powder

• Product Line: Target Shotshell Series

• Powder Type: Double-Base Flake Powder

• Burn Rate: Fast Shotshell (Optimized for 12 Gauge light to standard loads)

• Available Sizes: 1 lb Container & 8 lb Master Keg

• Chemical Mix: Double-Base Flake Formula

• Intended Applications: 12 Gauge Target, Trap, Skeet, and Sporting Clays Loads (7/8 oz, 1 oz, and 1-1/8 oz shot weights)

• Country of Origin: Made in the USA

Real-World Use Information

If you break hundreds of clay targets every weekend, Alliant Clay Dot propellant provides the soft recoil impulse and tight pattern density you need for long shooting sessions. Loading on progressive presses like a MEC or Dillon is straightforward because the thin flake geometry flows smoothly through standard shotshell powder bushings. Furthermore, its clean-burning chemical formulation means far less time spent scrubbing wad residue and unburnt flakes out of porting holes or choke tubes. Consequently, handloaders get high-efficiency performance while keeping component costs down.

Compatibility & Requirements

• Shotshell Compatibility: Specifically designed for 12 gauge target shells in 2-3/4 inch hulls, handling 7/8 oz, 1 oz, and 1-1/8 oz shot charges.

• Metering & Tool Compatibility: Flake size drops uniformly through standard shotshell charging bars and powder bushings.

• Safety Requirement: Always check current load data from Alliant Powder or trusted reloading manuals, starting at the lowest suggested charge weight.

Pros & Limitations

Pros:

• Clays® Load Data Match: Engineered to use identical grain weights and bushings as Clays® powder for easy recipe substitution.

• Ultra-Clean Burning: Minimizes barrel fouling and action residue for smooth gun operation.

• Mild Recoil Profile: Soft-shooting nature reduces shooter fatigue during multi-round clay target events.

• Consistent Metering: Thin flake size ensures steady, shot-to-shot bushing drops on manual and automatic presses.

Limitations:

• 12 Gauge Specific: Formulated primarily for 12 gauge target loads; do not use it for small-bore shotguns like .410 bore or 28 gauge.

• Temperature Sensitivity: Being a fast double-base flake propellant, extreme cold weather can cause minor velocity drops compared to heavier, temperature-insensitive rifle powders.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Can I use Alliant Clay Dot propellant with standard Clays® reloading data?

A: Yes, Alliant specifically engineered Clay Dot to match the charge weights, bushings, and ballistic performance of Clays® in 12 gauge target applications.

Q: Is Alliant Clay Dot suitable for 20 gauge or 28 gauge shotshells?

A: No, you should avoid using it in smaller gauges. Clay Dot has a fast burn rate tailored strictly for 12 gauge target loads; use powders like Alliant 20/28 or Unique for smaller gauges.

Q: How clean does Clay Dot burn compared to traditional shotshell powders?

A: Clay Dot is one of the cleanest-burning target propellants on the market today. Consequently, it leaves significantly less carbon fouling and plastic wad residue in choked barrels.

Shipping & Delivery Information

• HazMat Classification: Ships as Hazardous Material (UN0441 / UN0161, Smokeless Powder) under DOT rules.

• Shipping Restrictions: Ships by ground inside the Continental United States only. Therefore, we cannot ship to P.O. Boxes, APO/FPO locations, or overseas.

• Adult Signature Required: An adult must sign for the package upon delivery.

• Final Sale: Due to federal safety rules for hazardous materials, all smokeless powder sales are final and non-returnable.

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