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Enola Gaye

Enola Gaye Smoke Grenades in South Africa

Enola Gaye is a British manufacturer and the reference name in coloured smoke. The WP40 is their wire pull model, meaning it activates by pulling a ring rather than needing a lighter, which makes it far more practical for photography and events. NeonSales carries 3 Enola Gaye products, all WP40, at R275 each.

What Enola Gaye products does NeonSales stock?

  • WP40 in black
  • WP40 colour reveal in blue
  • WP40 colour reveal in pink

What these get used for

Use Why
Photography and film Coloured smoke as a backdrop or foreground element, particularly in portrait and motorsport work
Colour reveal events The blue and pink versions exist for exactly this, and the wire pull makes them easy to hand to someone
Airsoft and paintball Screening movement and marking positions during play
Signalling Marking a position visibly at distance

Wire pull is the practical part

Older smoke devices needed a flame to light, which is awkward in wind and impossible to hand to a participant safely. The WP40 activates by pulling a ring, which means it starts reliably, starts immediately, and can be used by someone who is not going to fumble a lighter at the moment the shutter opens.

Using them sensibly

These burn rather than explode, and the body gets hot in use. They are outdoor products: use them in open air, hold or place them away from your body and clothing, keep them off dry grass and away from anything flammable, and allow them to cool fully before handling or disposal. Consider wind direction before activating, since smoke goes where the wind takes it rather than where you intended.

Common questions

How long do they burn? The WP40 is a short duration device, sufficient for a photograph sequence or a moment of screening rather than sustained cover. Check the individual listing for the rated time.

Does the smoke stain? Coloured smoke can mark light fabrics and porous surfaces. Keep it away from anything you care about, and be mindful of vehicles and clothing downwind.

Can they be used indoors? No. These are outdoor products and produce a large volume of smoke.

What are the legal and transport requirements? These vary by product category and by circumstance, and pyrotechnic items may carry shipping restrictions. Confirm your own position before ordering rather than relying on general guidance.

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