MIL-PRF-14105E
4.2.1 Extension of qualification inspection. The extension test program shall test for condition in
container, color, 60 degree gloss, spraying properties, accelerated storage stability, drying properties
(air and baking), viscosity, JP8, water resistance, and VOC content. The extension test program can
include limited extension testing. Limited extension testing for only color, gloss, spraying and drying
properties shall be determined on a case by case basis and formalized prior to testing through test
service agreements. While the testing is limited it is the prerogative of the evaluator to conduct
additional testing to confirm qualification. Colors in the extension test program that successfully
satisfy the qualification requirements shall be listed in the QPD. The qualification test sample shall
consist of a one quart sample of the paint. The sample and the necessary paperwork (see 6.4.3) shall
be sent to the qualifying activity (see 6.4).
4.3 Conformance inspection. The contracting officer shall require that an appropriate sprayed sample
from each production lot (see 4.3.1) be forwarded to the U.S. Army Research Laboratory (ARL),
ATTN: RDRL-WMM-C, Organic Coatings Team, Building 4600, Deer Creek Loop, Aberdeen
Proving Ground (APG), MD 21005-5066. Conformance inspection shall consist of testing spectral
reflectance characteristics to include color, STB resistance, and gloss at 60 and 85 degrees. There
shall be no failures (see 6.4.5).
4.3.1 Lot and batch formation. For purposes of conformance inspection, a lot shall consist of all
coatings of the same type, composition and color, from a single uniform batch, produced and offered
for delivery at one time (see 6.4.1). A batch shall consist of all coating material (in U.S. gallons)
manufactured during one continuous operation and forming part of one contract or order for delivery
(see 6.4.1). When required, the manufacturer shall furnish with each lot and/or batch a certified test
report showing that the material has passed the conformance inspection, and that there has been no
formulation or process change from that which resulted in the production of the qualification
inspection sample. The addition of any substance to a batch shall constitute a new lot.
4.4 Inspection conditions. Unless otherwise specified, all inspections shall be performed in
accordance with ASTM D3924. Unless otherwise stated in the test method or paragraph, room
temperature shall be 73 ± 4 °F (23 ± 2 °C) and a 40 - 70 percent range relative humidity.
4.5 MSDS. A MSDS not prepared in accordance with FED-STD-313 shall be cause for rejection.
4.6 Tests.
4.6.1 Test conditions. Except as otherwise specified herein, the routine and referee testing
conditions shall be in accordance with ASTM D3924. Failure of any test result to fall within the
ranges specified in section 3 shall constitute failure of the applicable test.
4.6.2 Test paint films. Dry film thickness of the coating films shall be 2 to 2.5 mils (50.8 to 63.5
microns) per coat or as specified by the technical data sheet from the manufacturer. The dry film
thickness shall be measured after the coated panel has been baked at 400 ± 4 ºF (204 ± 2 ºC) for one
(1) hour. If the test method specifies that the film is not to be heated, the dry film thickness shall
then be measured after the twenty four (24) hour ambient temperature dry.
4.6.3 Test procedures. The following tests shall be conducted in accordance with table II. The
right is reserved to make any additional tests deemed necessary to determine that the coating meets
the requirements of this specification.
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