MIL-STD-171F
The subject matter of this standard is arranged in sections as prescribed in MIL-STD-962 as follows:
1. Scope; 2. Referenced Documents; 3. Definitions; 4. General Requirements;
5. Detail Requirements; and an additional section 6. Notes.
Section 6 on notes presumes that the paints have been laboratory tested against the appropriate products specification and are included in the QPD (Qualified Products Database) prior to application. However, inspection to assure that the painting operations are carried out properly is as important as the quality of the paint itself. For example, inspection of surface preparation prior to painting is of major importance. An excellent paint on an improperly prepared surface may fail prematurely. Again, the thickness of a paint coat has a direct bearing on its durability. Thus, the correct thickness of the dry film of "coating compound, metal pretreatment, Resin-Acid" (MIL-C-8514) as given in this standard is very important. In addition to these two factors, proper mixing and thinning of the paint, suitable weather at the time of painting, uniform application, suitable drying time between coats, and proper handling of painted surfaces, must be carefully observed. Admittedly this type of inspection requires sound judgment derived from long experience.
Compliance with this standard will promote uniformity in the painting and other finishing of military equipment, and will lessen the chances of error and confusion in times of emergency. The net result should be improved protection of military material from deterioration.
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