1、Comments, suggestions, or questions on this document should be addressed to U.S. Army RDECOM, Tank Automotive Research Development and Engineering Center, ATTN: RDTA-EN/STND/TRANS, MS# 268, 6501 E. 11 Mile Road, Warren, MI 48397-5000 or emailed to DAMI_STANDARDIZATIONconus.army.mil. Since contact in
2、formation can change, you may want to verify the currency of this address information using the ASSIST Online database at https:/assist.daps.dla.mil/online/. AMSC N/A FSC 8145 METRIC MIL-PRF-11264F 02 March 2010 SUPERSEDING MIL-PRF-11264E 10 November 1995 PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATION CONTAINER: SHIPPIN
3、G, REUSABLE-FOR TANK- AUTOMOTIVE ENGINES, TRANSMISSIONS, DIFFERENTIALS, TRANSFERS, FINAL DRIVES, DRIVE AXLES, AND SIMILAR ASSEMBLIES This specification is approved for use by all Departments and Agencies of the Department of Defense. 1. SCOPE 1.1 Scope. This specification covers five types of reusab
4、le shipping containers with cover assembly for use in shipment and storage of engines, transmissions, differentials, transfers, final drives, driving axles, and similar assemblies. 1.2 Classification. Containers are classified by one of the following types as specified (see 6.2). Type I - For items
5、weighing over 45 kilograms (kg) (100 pounds (lb) but not over 91 kg (200 lb). Type II - For items weighing over 91 kg (200 lb) but not over 726 kg (1600 lb). Type III - For driving axle assemblies only, weighing not over 726 kg (1600 lb). Type IV - For items weighing over 454 kg (1000 lb) but not ov
6、er 1134 kg (2500 lb). Type V - For items weighing over 1134 kg (2500 lb) but not over 3175 kg (7000 lb). 2. APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS Provided by IHSNot for ResaleNo reproduction or networking permitted without license from IHS-,-,-MIL-PRF-11264F 2 2.1 General. The documents listed in this section are sp
7、ecified in sections 3 and 4 of this specification. This section does not include documents cited in other sections of this specification or recommended for additional information or as examples. While every effort has been made to ensure the completeness of this list, document users are cautioned th
8、at they must meet all specified requirement documents cited in sections 3 and 4 of this specification, whether or not they are listed. 2.2 Government documents. 2.2.1 Specifications, standards, and handbooks. The following specifications, standards, and handbooks form a part of this document to the
9、extent specified herein. Unless otherwise specified, the issues of these documents are those listed in the solicitation or contract (see 6.2). FEDERAL SPECIFICATIONS A-A-208 - Ink, Marking, Stencil, Opaque (Porous and Non-Porous Surfaces). (Unless otherwise indicated, copies of the above specificati
10、ons and standards are available from the Document Automation and Production Service, 700 Robbins Avenue, Building 4D, Philadelphia, PA 19111-5094 or https:/assist.daps.dla.mil/quicksearch/). 2.3 Non-Government publications. The following documents form a part of this document to the extent specified
11、 herein. Unless otherwise specified, the issues of these documents are those listed in the solicitation or contract (see 6.2). AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR TESTING AND MATERIALS (ASTM) ASTM D951 - Standard Test Method for Water Resistance of Shipping Containers by Spray Method. ASTM D4169 - Containers and S
12、ystems, Shipping, Performance Testing Of. (Copies of ASTM publications may be obtained from the American Society for Testing and Materials, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959 or www.astm.org.) 2.4 Order of precedence. Unless otherwise noted herein or in the contract, in the even
13、t of a conflict between the text of this document and the references cited herein, the text of this document takes precedence. Nothing in this document, however, supersedes applicable laws and regulations unless a specific exemption has been obtained. 3. REQUIREMENTS 3.1 First article. When specifie
14、d (see 6.2), a sample shall be subjected to first article inspection in accordance with 4.2. Provided by IHSNot for ResaleNo reproduction or networking permitted without license from IHS-,-,-MIL-PRF-11264F 3 3.2 Drawings. In the event that contractor container drawings are required (see 6.2), the dr
15、awing requirements shall be specified in the contract. 3.3 Characteristics. 3.3.1 Performance. 3.3.1.1 Stackability. The container shall be constructed in a manner which shall safely permit stacking of loaded containers to a height of 4900 millimeters (mm) (15.9 feet (ft) with a safety factor of 1.5
16、. The containers shall exhibit top and bottom interfaces allowing a method to interlock them to increase stacking stability (see 4.6.2.1). 3.3.1.2 Rough handling. (see 4.6.2.2). 3.3.1.2.1 Cornerwise-drop. The container shall be constructed in a manner which shall enable it to withstand a cornerwise-
17、drop without damage to or shifting of its contents (see 4.6.2.2.1). 3.3.1.2.2 Pendulum-impact. The container shall be constructed in a manner which shall enable it to withstand a pendulum-impact without damage to or shifting of its contents (see 4.6.2.2.2). 3.3.1.2.3 Incline-impact. The container sh
18、all be constructed in a manner which shall enable it to withstand an incline-impact without damage to or shifting of its contents (see 4.6.2.2.3). 3.3.1.2.4 Edgewise-drop. The container shall be constructed in a manner which shall enable it to withstand an edgewise-drop without damage to or shifting
19、 of its contents (see 4.6.2.2.4). 3.3.1.2.5 Vibration. The container shall be constructed in a manner which shall enable it to withstand vibration without damage to or shifting of its contents (see 4.6.2.2.5). 3.3.2 Physical characteristics. Containers shall be of minimum practicable size and weight
20、 in conformance with the requirements specified herein. Sufficient clearance shall be provided by the container to accommodate the shipping item without consequent damage subject to the tests prescribed herein. Outside dimensions of Type I, II, and III containers shall not exceed 3660 mm (144 inches
21、 (in.) in length, 1220 mm (48 in.) in width, and 910 mm (36 in.) in height. 3.3.2.1 Cover construction. All containers shall have removable covers. For Type IV and V construction, the cover shall be an assembly consisting of the top and side panels. Whereas, for Type I, II and III construction the c
22、over shall not include the side panels (see 4.6.3). Provided by IHSNot for ResaleNo reproduction or networking permitted without license from IHS-,-,-MIL-PRF-11264F 4 3.3.2.2 Disassembly of item. Disassembly of the item to provide maximum reduction in cubage shall be considered in the design of the
23、container, provided no special tools or instructions are required to reassemble the item. 3.3.2.3 Inspection hinges. When specified (see 6.2) for Type IV or Type V containers, inspection hinges shall be installed on the side and end panels as required. Openings for inspection hinges shall not be con
24、structed in a manner which damages the container integrity (see 4.6.3.1). 3.3.2.4 Drainage. Sufficient drainage shall be provided in the base of the container to prevent trapped water (see 4.6.3.2). 3.3.2.5 Ventilation. Sufficient ventilation shall be provided to ensure that the container internal h
25、umidity and pressure levels match the ambient environment (see 4.6.3.3). 3.3.2.6 Water resistance. With the exception of the inspection hinges, the drainage holes, and the ventilation holes, the container shall resist water (see 4.6.3.4). 3.3.2.7 Axle supports. Type III containers shall have axle su
26、pports at appropriate locations to support the item to be crated (see 4.6.3.5). 3.3.2.8 Built-in cradle. Unless otherwise specified (see 6.2), each type I and type II container shall have a built-in cradle. The cradle shall be so constructed as to support the item to be packed and to prevent sidewis
27、e and endwise movement of the item (see 4.6.3.6). 3.3.2.9 Removable cradle. When specified (see 6.2), each type I and type II container shall have a removable cradle which shall be secured to the ends or sides of the container. The cradle and fasteners shall be sufficiently strong to hold the packed
28、 item securely in position (see 4.6.3.7). 3.3.2.10 Infestation protection. All openings shall be constructed or protected to prevent insect or critter infestation (see 4.6.3.8). 3.3.3 Interface characteristics. Containers with a gross weight over 68 kg (150 lb) shall be fitted with a universally ava
29、ilable mechanical moving device, such as forklift entries. There shall be no fracture or permanent deformation in the container after lifting with the device (see 4.6.4). 3.3.3.1 Cover-lifting devices. Cover assemblies weighing over 68 kg (150 lb) shall be provided with a minimum of four cover-lifti
30、ng devices. The cover-lifting devices shall be recessed into the cover assembly to prevent interference. The minimum inside diameter of the lifting tie down devices shall be 76 mm (3.0 inches). When tested as specified in 4.6.4.1 there shall be no fracture, distortion, loosening, or other deflection
31、 in the cover-lifting device. Provided by IHSNot for ResaleNo reproduction or networking permitted without license from IHS-,-,-MIL-PRF-11264F 5 3.3.4 Reliability. The container shall be constructed in a manner which shall provide a minimum useful life of 20 uses under normal usage prior to needing
32、repair. 3.3.5 Maintainability. The container shall be constructed in a manner which shall allow repair. 3.3.6 Environmental conditions. 3.3.6.1 Temperature. The container shall be constructed in a manner which shall allow it to withstand a -55 degrees Celsius (C) to +70C (-67 degrees Fahrenheit (F)
33、to +158F) temperature range without cracking, deformation or other signs of damage (see 4.6.5.1). 3.3.6.2 Humidity. The container shall be constructed in a manner which will allow it to withstand a 5% to 100% humidity range without cracking, swelling, deformation or other signs of damage (see 4.6.5.
34、2). 3.3.6.3 Fungus resistance. The container shall resist fungal growth. 3.3.6.4 Rust. The container and all hardware shall resist rust. 3.3.7 Workmanship standards. Containers shall be manufactured in a manner which shall ensure uniform quality and freedom from defects which will adversely affect t
35、heir life and serviceability. 3.3.8 Identification and marking. Containers shall be legibly marked by either casting, die stamping, embossing, or stenciling. The markings shall include the manufacturers identification, container type and size. Stencil ink for marking shall conform to A-A-208 (see 4.
36、6.6). 3.3.8.1 Special marking. 3.3.8.1.1 Center of balance. The location of the center of balance of the loaded container shall be marked on the bottom edge of both sides with a vertical line 25 mm (1 in.) wide and a minimum of 25 mm (1 in.) high located at the center of balance and clearly marked “
37、center of balance”. 3.3.8.1.2 Matching assemblies. When cover assemblies can be assembled correctly in one direction only, both the cover assembly and base shall be appropriately marked so they can be matched for assembly. 3.3.8.2 Type I containers. Provided by IHSNot for ResaleNo reproduction or ne
38、tworking permitted without license from IHS-,-,-MIL-PRF-11264F 6 3.3.8.2.1 Exterior. The cover of the container shall be marked (see figure 1) in letters not less than 13 millimeters (mm) (0.5 in.) high as follows: REUSABLE CONTAINER - DO NOT DESTROY, TO OPEN - “INSTRUCTIONS”. If the container is ph
39、ysically too small to place all this on one line, divide at the hyphen. Additional wording, if required shall be supplied by the procuring activity (see 6.2). 3.3.8.2.2 Interior. The following shall be marked in a conspicuous location on the inside of the cover: “REUSABLE CONTAINER - DO NOT DESTROY”
40、. 3.3.8.3 Type II and III containers. 3.3.8.3.1 Exterior. The cover of the container shall be marked according to 3.3.8.2.1, except that the letters shall not be less than 19 mm (0.75 in.) high. 3.3.8.3.1.1 Cover-lifting devices. When cover-lifting devices are required (see 3.3.3.1), the following w
41、arning shall be placed as close to one of the devices as possible in letters not less than 19 mm (0.75 in.) high (see 4.6.6). WARNING: COVER-LIFTING DEVICES INTENDED ONLY FOR LIFTING COVER FROM BASE. LIFT LOADED CONTAINER BY BASE ONLY. 3.3.8.3.2 Interior. The interior of the container shall be marke
42、d in accordance with 3.3.8.2.2. 3.3.8.4 Type IV and V containers. 3.3.8.4.1 Exterior. 3.3.8.4.1.1 Cover. The cover of the container shall be marked (see figure 2) according to 3.3.8.2.1, except that the letters shall not be less than 38 mm (1.5 in.) high. 3.3.8.4.1.2 Cover-lifting devices. When cove
43、r-lifting devices are required (see 3.3.3.1), the following warning shall be placed as close to one of the devices as possible in letters not less than 38 mm (1.5 inches) high (see 4.6.6). WARNING: COVER-LIFTING DEVICES INTENDED ONLY FOR LIFTING COVER FROM BASE. LIFT LOADED CONTAINER BY BASE ONLY. 3
44、.3.8.4.2 Interior. The interior of the container shall be marked in accordance with 3.3.8.2.2. Provided by IHSNot for ResaleNo reproduction or networking permitted without license from IHS-,-,-MIL-PRF-11264F 7 3.3.8.5 Metal plates. Metal plates imprinted with the information specified in 3.3.8.2.1,
45、3.3.8.3.1, 3.3.8.4.1.1, or 3.3.8.4.1.2 may be used in lieu of stenciled markings. The plates shall be a minimum of 150 mm (6 in.) by 230 mm (9 in.). They shall be attached to the container in a secure manner, such that accidental loosening will not occur. 3.3.9 Interchangeability. Each container sha
46、ll be constructed to insure that its cover assembly and base are interchangeable with the cover assembly and base of every other container of the same design for the same item, contract and manufacturer (see 4.6.7) 3.4 Recycled, recovered, or environmentally preferable materials. Recycled, recovered
47、, or environmentally preferable materials should be used to the maximum extent possible provided that the material meets or exceeds the operational and maintenance requirements, and promotes economically advantageous life cycle costs. 4. VERIFICATION 4.1 Classification of inspection. The inspection
48、requirements specified herein are classified as follows: a. First article inspection (see 4.2). b. Conformance inspection (see 4.3). 4.2 First article inspection. Unless otherwise specified (see 6.2), first article inspection shall be performed on one container of each type produced under the produc
49、tion contract, when a first article sample is required (see 3.1). This inspection shall include the examinations of 4.4 (see table I) and the tests of table II. 4.3 Conformance inspection. Conformance inspection shall include the examinations of 4.4 and the tests of 4.5. 4.4 Examination. 4.4.1 Sampling plan. Unless otherwise specified (see 6.2), the sampling plan specified herein shall be used. 4.4.1.1 Lot
