MIL-DTL-87173 Propellant, Priming Fluid, Alcm Engine, Grade Pf-1This specification covers one grade of high-density hydrocarbon fuel. This specification was thoroughly reviewed as a part of acquisition reform. While most of the requirements were converted to performance terms, due to the military-unique nature of the product \(see 6.1\) and the need for compatibility with deployed systems it was determined that not all requirements could be converted. The issuance of this specification as "detail" is not intended to constrain technology advances in future systems.

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MIL-DTL-87173B(USAF)

VERIFICATION

4.1 Classification of inspections. The inspection requirements specified herein are classified as

quality conformance inspection (see 4.2).

4.2 Conformance inspection. Test for the acceptance of individual lots shall consist of tests for all

requirements specified in section 3. Quality conformance inspection shall include the test requirement

herein.

4.2.1 Inspection lot. For acceptance purposes, individual lots shall be examined as specified herein

and subjected to tests for all requirements cited in section 3.

Inspection. Inspection shall be in accordance with FED-STD-791, Method 9601.

4.3

4.3.1 Inspection conditions. Requirements contained in table I are absolute as defined in ASTM E29,

and shall not be subject to correction for test tolerances. If multiple determinations are made, results

falling within any specified repeatability and reproducibility tolerances may be averaged. For rounding off

of significant figures, ASTM E29, absolute method, shall apply to all tests required by this specification.

4.4

Sampling plans

4.4.1 Sampling. Each bulk or packaged lot (see 6.5) shall be sampled in accordance with ASTM E300.

The samples shall be subjected to the examination specified in 4.5.1.1 and all tests specified under 4.5.2.

4.4.2 Sampling for inspection of filled containers. A random sample of filled containers shall be

selected from each lot and shall be subjected to the examination of filled containers as specified in

4.5.1.3.

4.5

Methods of inspection

4.5.1 Examination of product

4.5.1.1 Visual inspection. Samples selected in accordance with 4.4.1 shall be visually examined for

compliance with 3.4.

4.5.1.2 Examination of empty containers. Before filled, each empty unit container shall be visually

inspected for cleanliness and suitability in accordance with ASTM D4057.

4.5.1.3 Examination of filled containers. Samples taken as specified in 4.4.2 shall be examined for

conformance to MIL-STD-290 with regard to fill, closure, sealing, leakage, packaging, packing, and

markings.

4.5.2 Chemical and physical tests. Tests to determine conformance to chemical and physical

requirements shall be conducted in accordance with table I. The priming fluid shall pass all tests listed in

table I. No additional testing shall be required. Requirements contained herein are not subject to

corrections for test tolerances. If multiple determinations are made, results falling within any specified

repeatability and reproducibility tolerances may be averaged. For rounding off of significant figures,

ASTM E29 shall apply to all tests required by this specification.