H-4831 and H-4831sc

338 · 10-13-2004, 05:51 AM

Are they interchangeable? I would think so but I can't find it written anywhere. One is cut shorter than the other ..Thanks

ktscontender · 10-13-2004, 05:58 AM

I wouldn't mix the 2 powders together but I've used the same load data for both.

The SC works better in powder measures and is all I use now

whiskeysnoot · 10-13-2004, 07:31 AM

Yes, they are interchangeable. In Hodgdon's own words in the front of their manual, "Ballistically, this Extreme Extruded powder is the exact copy of H4831. Physically, it has a shorter grain size, therefore, the designation SC or short cut."

And it does definitely flow better through a powder measure.

338 · 10-13-2004, 08:35 AM

Thanks .. That is what I thought ..

James B · 10-13-2004, 12:13 PM

The others are correct. They shortened up the sticks just to make them flow better through powder measures.

284LUVR · 10-13-2004, 11:49 PM

H4831sc takes up less space in the case than H4831. 60grs. of short cut fits
in my 270 a lot more comfortably than the H4831.Less compression.Each has it's place. I like them both.

10-19-2004, 08:41 AM

Yes interchangalbe to a point. I do find pressure and velocity distances. No matter what is written. Try for yourself and make your own decision.