Abstract: An improved seismic explosive charge loader and anchor for loading and anchoring explosives in cylindrical containers in bore holes is disclosed, which includes a snap in spring band shaped anchor which effectively anchors the loader in the well bore against upward movement, one aspect of the invention includes a snap lock threaded connection for securing an explosive container having interrupted threads to the loader and anchor, and the loader and anchor is constructed and arranged to maintain a detonator in place in the explosive container thereby assuring detonation of the explosive.

Abstract: A seismic explosive charge loader and anchor is disclosed for loading and anchoring explosives in conventional containers, such as cylindrical packages and cans provided with projecting circumferential rims. The loader includes a first tubular member having an upwardly facing internal recess of sufficient diameter to loosely receive a loading pole or loading weight, and a second tubular member having a downwardly facing internal recess of sufficient diameter to fit about and receive the explosive container. A plurality of inwardly and upwardly tapered resilient gripping ribs are disposed in the internal recess and are arranged to grip smooth sides of the cylindrical explosive container and thereby securely hold it in the loader. The ribs are provided with an internal and circumferentially extending groove which receives and grips the circumferential rim or projection of the can type explosive containers.