1、MIL-A-157D 68 W 7777706 OL1337Li 8 MIL-A-159C 31 January 1962 MILITARY SPECIFICATION ANTIMONY SULFIDE (For Use in Ammunition) This specification has been approved by the Departarent of Defense, and io mandatory for use by the Departments of the Army, the Navy, and the Air Force. 1. SCOPE 1.1 a. This
2、 specification covers two types and five clrrrcr of antimony rulfide. 1.2 Glasaificatiop. Antimony sulfide shall be of the following typer and classes, ar specified (sec 6.2). - Type I - 0.2 percent free sulfur, wxiatua Type II - O .O2 percent free rulfur , maximum Classes Class 1 - 100 aesh,nominal
3、 Clara 2 - Fine Clara 3 - 100 mesh, nominal, coarre C1808 5 - 140 atesh, nominal C1888 4 hp i ?SC 6810 F. . ._L Provided by IHSNot for ResaleNo reproduction or networking permitted without license from IHS-,-,-MIL-A-159D 2. APPLICABLE DocuHENTs 2.1 The following documents of the issue in effect on d
4、ate of invitation for bid8 or requrrt for proporal, form a part of this specification to the extent rpecified herein. SPBCYICATIDNS i-P-378 - Pelyethylea Fil, Thin Gauge U-S-366 - Sicvc, Teat MIL-D-3464 - Dericcant8, Actlvated, Bagged, Packaging Use and MIL-D6054 - Druma , Metal, Shipping and Storag
5、e MIL-D-26993 - Drume, Fibre, for Domestic Shipment of Desiccant - . Static Dehumidification STANMRDS HILITAHY NIL-STD-105 - Sampling Procedures and Tables for Inspection by Attributes MIL-STD-129 - Marking for Shipment and Storage (Copier of rpecificrtions, strndrrds, drawings, and publications req
6、uired by rupplirrs in connection with specific procurement functions should be obtained from the procuring activity or as directed by the contracting off icer .) 2.2 mer Dub-. The following docuatent forms a part of this specification to ehe extent specified herein. Unless otherwise indicated, the t
7、raue ia effect on date of invitation for bids or request for proposal rhall apply. DEPARIMENT OF TRANSPORTATION 49-CIR-0-10 Department of Transportation rules and regulations for the trrnrportation of hazardous materials (There regulations may be purchased from the Superintendent of Documents, Gover
8、nment Printing Officer, Wa8hington1, D. C. 20402.) - _- . .- Provided by IHSNot for ResaleNo reproduction or networking permitted without license from IHS-,-,-MIL-A-357D 68 = 7777706 03113376 L W MIL-A-159D 3. REQUIREMENTS 3.1 Wterial. Antimony sulfide shall be either natural or synthetic. 3.1.1. Pr
9、eDaratioq. Antimony sulf ide shall be prepared by any of the following methods: (a) Selection of the natural mineral. (b) Liquidation of the crude or needle material. (c) Chemica 1 processing of antimony me tal , low-grade antimony sulfide , or minerals containing antimony compounds such as antimony
10、 oxide. 3.1.2 Characteristics. The product shall have the characteristic shining, needlelike structure, steel-grey color, and hardness of the naturally occurring crystalline mineral. The lump form of the antimony sulfide shall be clean and free from adherent gangue material or ecale. Pulverized anti
11、mony sulfide shall be free from extraneous material as indicated by visual examination under a magnification that clearly shows the crystal structure. The manufacturer shall certify that the product has these physical characteristics. 3.2 memical reauirements. Antimony sulfide shall comply with the
12、chemical requirements specified in table I when determined as specified in 4.4. Table I. Chemical requirements Type 1 Type II Dercent Dercent Antimony, min. 70.5 70 :5 Total sulfur, min. 24.8 24 .a Insoluble me teria1 , MX . 1 .o 1 .o Acidity, mex . o .o1 o .o1 Lead, max. 0.15 0.15 Fret sulfur, mexo
13、 o .2 o .o2 Arrenic , wx. O .O6 O .O6 mis tute. -x. 0.20 0.20 Iron, max. o .s 0.5 3.3 Granulation. Antimony sulfide shall comply with the granulation requiremento specified in table II when tested as specified in 4.5. 3 Provided by IHSNot for ResaleNo reproduction or networking permitted without lic
14、ense from IHS-,-,-MIL-A-157D h8 m 7777906 OLL3377 3 MIL-A-159D 4 IlIII 1l111 818l1 I1111 I I CIO I I I moo I Provided by IHSNot for ResaleNo reproduction or networking permitted without license from IHS-,-,-. MIL-A-L57D 68 m 777770b OLL3378 5 MIL-A-159D 4. QUALITY ASSUBANCE P611)VISIONS 4.1 er geare
15、d to produce 300 plus or minus 15 gyrations and 150 plus or minus 10 taps of the striker per minute. The amounts retained on the sieves and the bottom pan shall be weighed and the percentage calculated to determine compliance with 3.3. 4.6 Reiectiop. . If the sample subjected -to test fails to pass
16、the requirements of paragraphs 3.1 and 3.2, the lot shall be rejected. If the sample subjected to test neets the above requirements but fails to pass the requirement of paragraph 3.3, the individual representative samples from each container comprising the lot shall be subjected to this test. A cont
17、ainer of the material shall be considered acceptable provided that the individual sample from this container passes the granulation test requirement of paragraph 3.3. If a sample from a container fails to pass this test, the individual container shall be rejected. 5. PREPARATION FOR DELIVERY 5.1 Pac
18、kinq. Packing shall be level A, B, or C, as specified (see 6.2). 5.1.1 Level A. Antimony sulfide shall be packed in E; gallon (150 lbs.) steel drums conforming to MIL-D-6054. Steel drums st1311 be with a full open head provided with a twist lock or bolted ring closure. The lid shall have a tubular r
19、ubber gasket. The drums shall be provided with R bag liner fabricated from nominal 6 ml. thick polyethylene. Polyethylene bags shall be made from plastic film Lonforming to L-P-378, type 1, finish 1. All bag seams and closure shall be heat sealed. Three units of desiccant conforming to MIL-D-3464 sh
20、all then be put on top of the sealed polyethylene bag (to absorb any moisture which may be entrapped). A printed card identified with marking in accordance with MIL-STD-129 shall be inserted just before the drum is closed. 5.1.2 Level B. Antimony sulfide shall be packed in fiber drums conforming to
21、MIL-A-26993. Polyethylene bag as specified in 5.1.1 shall be provided. Fiber drums shall be a full open head provided with a locking ring closure. Net weight of the wterial of each drum shall be 150 pounds. - 13 Provided by IHSNot for ResaleNo reproduction or networking permitted without license fro
22、m IHS-,-,-flIL-A-359D b8 W 997970b 0333387 b m MIL-A-159D 5.1.3 Level C. Antimony sulfide shall be packed in accordance with manufacturers commercial practice to assure acceptance by common carrier for safe delivery at first destination for immediate use. Container shall comply with Interstate Comme
23、rce Commission Regulations (see Code Federal Regulations 49-CFR-0-10) and regulations of carriers as epplfcable to the mode of transportation. 5.2 MarkinR. In addition to any special marking required by the contract or order, shipments shall be marked in accordance with MIL-STD-129. 5.2.1 Each label
24、 shall bear the following precautionary marking: DANGER! MAY BE FATAL IF SWALLOWED OR INHALED. Do not breathe dust. Keep container closed. Use only with adequate ventilation. Wash thoroughly after handling. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. WARNING! FLAMMABLE. CONTACT WITH ACID OR WATER LI
25、BERATES POISONOUS GAS -OR VAPOR Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Keep from contact with oxidizing materials and water or steam. 6. NOTES 6.1 Intended use. Type I is intended for use in the usual priming compositions and also matchheed compositions. Type II is intended for use in Tacot pr
26、iming compositions. Classes 1, 2, 3, and 5 are intended for use in priming compositions. Class 4 is intended for use in matchhead compositions. 6.2 Orderinn data. Procurement documents should specify the following: (a) Title, number and date of this specification. (b) Type and class required (see 1.
27、2, 3.2 and 3.3). (c) Level of packing required (see 5.1). Custodian: Preparing activity: Amy - MU Army - MU Review activities: Project No. 6810-0911 Amy - Mu, MD User activities: DSA - GS 14 Provided by IHSNot for ResaleNo reproduction or networking permitted without license from IHS-,-,-MIL-A-157D 68 77777Ob r- 0333388 8 - ri mm MIL-A-159D C O ln J U h Q Q a a 4 15 Provided by IHSNot for ResaleNo reproduction or networking permitted without license from IHS-,-,-
