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INCH-POUND
MIL-DTL-53022F
1 December 2019
SUPERSEDING
MIL-DTL-53022E
w/AMENDMENT 1
20 December 2017
DETAIL SPECIFICATION
This specification is approved for use by all Departments and Agencies of the Department
of Defense.
1. SCOPE
1.1 Scope. This specification covers a flash drying, corrosion inhibiting epoxy primer for
ferrous and nonferrous substrates. The primer is lead and chromate free and meets the air
pollution requirements for solvent emissions.
1.2 Types. The coating will be furnished in the following types as specified (see 6.2).
Whenever one of the following coating types is not cited in a relevant contractual document or
drawing, select type IV.
Type IV - High solids, lead and chromate free, hazardous air pollutant-free (HAP-
free) formulation. The corrosion performance includes 1,008 hours salt
spray and 30 cycles on the cyclic corrosion test.
Beneficial comments, recommendations, additions, deletions, clarifications, etc. and any data that
may improve this document should be sent to: Director, CCDC Army Research Laboratory,
Weapons and Materials Research Directorate, CCDC ARL Specifications and Standards Office,
ATTN: FCDD-RLW-MC, Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD 21005-5069. Since contact
information can change, you may want to verify the currency of this address information using
the ASSIST Online database at https://assist.dla.mil/.
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1.3 Part or identifying number (PIN). Use the following example to create the PINs to be used for
coatings acquired to this specification. When other container sizes are required, change the
designator accordingly, such as 1/2P for 1/2 pint.
2. APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS
2.1 General. The documents listed in this section are specified in sections 3, 4, and 5 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 that they must
meet all specified requirements of documents cited in sections 3, 4, and 5 of this specification,
whether or not they are listed.
2.2.1 Specifications, standards, and handbooks. The following specifications, standards, and
handbooks form a part of this document to the extent specified herein. Unless otherwise specified, the
versions of these documents are those cited in the solicitation, the contract, or active on the date of
contract award.
FEDERAL SPECIFICATIONS
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FEDERAL STANDARDS
2.2.2 Other Government documents, drawings, and publications. The following other
Government documents, drawings, and publications form a part of this document to the extent
specified herein. Unless otherwise specified, the versions of these documents are those cited in
the solicitation, the contract, or active on the date of contract award.
2.3 Non-Government publications. The following documents form a part of this document to
the extent specified herein. Unless otherwise specified, the issues of these documents are those
cited in the solicitation or contract.
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2.4 Order of precedence. Unless otherwise noted herein or in the contract, in the event 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 Qualification. The primer furnished under this specification shall be a product which is
qualified for listing on the applicable Qualified Products Database (QPD) before contract award
(see 4.2 and 6.4). Any change in the formulation of a qualified product shall necessitate its
requalification. The material supplied under contract shall be identical, within manufacturing
tolerances, to the product receiving qualification.
3.2 Color. The color of the primer shall be characteristic of titanium dioxide pigments or a light
beige or gray not darker than color chip number 26622 of SAE-AMS-STD 595.
3.3 Composition. The primer shall be furnished in two components: Component A, a pigmented
epoxy resin, and Component B, a catalyst. When the two components are mixed at the proper ratio,
the resulting primer shall meet the applicable requirements of this specification.
3.3.1 Pigment. The composition of type IV, class L, component A shall conform to the percent
by weight requirements specified in table I. All other types/classes shall be specified by the
manufacturer. Pigments shall be HAP-free. Compounds of antimony, arsenic, beryllium,
cadmium, cobalt, chromium, cyanide, lead, manganese, mercury, nickel, and selenium are
prohibited.
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3.3.2 Vehicle.
3.3.2.1 Component A (epoxy resin component). Component A shall consist of a bisphenol type
epoxy resin and pigment combined with necessary amounts of flow control agents and volatile
solvents to meet the requirements of this specification.
3.3.2.2 Component B (catalyst component). Component B shall consist of any suitable epoxy
curative along with the necessary amounts of volatile solvents to meet the requirements of the
specification.
3.3.2.3 Volatile content. The volatile content of the mixed primer shall conform to the
following requirements when tested as in 4.6.3.
3.3.2.3.1 For class L. The VOC content shall not exceed 2.8 pounds per gallon lbs/gal (340
grams per liter (g/l)) as packaged (see 4.7.3.1).
3.3.2.3.2 For class U. The VOC content shall not exceed 2.08 lbs/gal (250 grams per liter) as
packaged (see 4.7.3.1).
3.3.2.3.3 Volatile organic hazardous air pollutant-free (VOHAP-free). The primer shall be
VOHAP-free when tested in accordance with 4.7.3.2.
3.3.3 Component Mix Ratio. Component A shall be supplied in 1 quart, 1 gallon, 4 gallon, or 5
gallon primary containers (see 6.2), and component B shall be supplied in 1/2 pint, 1 quart or 1
gallon primary containers (see 6.2). Type IV class L requires a volume mix ratio of four parts
component A to one part component B. The manufacturer shall specify and provide the volume
mix ratio for other types and classes.
3.4.1 Component A (epoxy resin component). For type IV, class L primer, component A shall
conform to the quantitative requirements of table II when tested as in section 4. For type IV,
class U and type VI primers, the composition shall be determined by the manufacturer. A primer
coating meeting the qualitative requirements of this specification shall result.
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3.4.2 Specular gloss (60 degree). When tested as specified in 4.8, the admixed primer shall have
a gloss reading of 10-45 units.
3.4.3 Drying time. When tested as specified in 4.9, the admixed primer shall be set to touch in a
maximum of 60 minutes, dry hard in a maximum of 5 hours and dry through in a maximum of 8
hours.
3.5.1.1 Component A. When tested as specified in 4.10.1, component A shall be free from grit,
seeds, skins, abnormal thickening or livering in a freshly opened container and shall show no
more pigment settling or caking that can be easily and completely reincorporated to a smooth
homogeneous state.
3.5.1.2 Component B. When tested as specified in 4.10.2, component B shall be clear and free
from sediment and suspended matter when examined by transmitted light. It shall show no
livering, curdling, gelling or skinning in a freshly opened full container.
3.5.2.1 Component A. A full quart can of component A shall show no skinning, livering,
curdling, hard dry caking or tough gummy sediment when tested as specified in 4.11.1. It shall
remix readily to a smooth homogeneous state, with no more than a ten (10) KU increase in
viscosity, and shall meet all other requirements of the specification.
3.5.2.2 Component B. When tested as specified in 4.11.2, a full 8 ounce can of component B
shall be clear and free from sediment and suspended matter when examined by transmitted light
and shall be identical in appearance to the original sample. It shall show no livering, curdling,
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gelling, or skinning in a freshly opened container and shall meet all other requirements of the
specification.
3.5.3 Mixing properties. When tested as specified in 4.12, a smooth homogeneous mixture shall
result. The primer shall be free from grit, seeds, skins, or lumps. After aging as specified in 4.12,
the primer shall show no signs of gelation.
3.5.4 Spraying properties. When tested as specified in 4.13, the primer shall spray satisfactorily
in all respects and shall show no running, sagging, or streaking. The dried film shall show no
dusting, mottling, or color separation and shall present a smooth finish free from seeds.
3.5.5 Adhesion. The assessment of the adhesion of the coating film shall be determined by its
ability to not peel from the substrate when tested in accordance with ASTM D3359, as specified
in 4.14. The resultant test rating shall be classified as scale 4B or better.
3.5.6 Flexibility. A film of primer, tested as specified in 4.15, shall withstand bending without
cracking or flaking.
3.5.7 Water resistance. A film of primer, tested as specified in 4.16, shall show no wrinkling or
blistering immediately after removal of the panel from the water. The primer shall be no more
than slightly affected when examined 2 hours after removal. After 24 hours air drying, the
portion of the panel which was immersed shall be the same with regard to hardness, adhesion,
color and gloss as compared to the portion which was not immersed. Film softening shall not
exceed a number 2 pencil hardness difference (see ASTM D3363) from an unexposed film with
identical cure history prior to water exposure.
3.5.8 Hydrocarbon fluid resistance. A film of primer, tested as specified in 4.17, shall show no
blistering or wrinkling and no more than a slight yellow to beige color change on submerged area
of panel. Upon removal from the fluid slight softening is acceptable. After 2 hours air drying,
the panel that was immersed shall be almost indistinguishable with regard to hardness, adhesion,
color and gloss from a panel prepared at the same time but not immersed. Film softening shall
not exceed a number 2 pencil hardness difference (see ASTM D3363) from an unexposed film
with identical cure history prior to hydrocarbon fluid exposure.
3.5.9.1 Salt spray resistance. A film of primer tested as specified in 4.18.1 and examined
immediately after removal from the salt spray test shall show minimal blistering or
loss of adhesion of the paint from the scribe mark (for steel, a minimum rating of 6, for
aluminum, a minimum rating of 8, ASTM D1654 Procedure A). Blisters on the nonscribed areas
shall cover no more than 5% of the exposed area, none of which shall be larger than 1 mm in
diameter.
3.5.9.2 Cyclic corrosion resistance. A film of primer tested as specified in 4.18.2 and evaluated
using ASTM D1654 procedure A shall have a rating of not less than seven (7). Blisters shall
cover no more than 5% of the exposed area, none of which shall be larger than 1mm in diameter.
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3.5.9.3 Atmospheric corrosion resistance. For type IV primer, a film of the coating system
tested as specified in 4.18.3 shall show no blistering or loss of adhesion of the paint from the
scribe mark (a minimum rating of 6 on ferrous substrates and minimum of 8 on aluminum,
ASTM D1654 Procedure A). For type VI primer, a film of the coating system tested as specified
in 4.18.3 shall show no blistering or loss of adhesion of the paint from the scribe mark (a
minimum rating of 7 on ferrous substrates and minimum of 8 on aluminum, ASTM D1654
Procedure A). Blisters shall cover no more than 5 percent of the exposed area, none of which
shall be larger than 1 mm in diameter.
3.5.10 Topcoating. A film of primer, tested as specified in 4.19, shall show no blistering,
wrinkling or other evidence of lifting. The topcoat shall be difficult to remove from the primer
and the primer from the panel when cut with the knife blade. The resultant rating shall be
classified as scale 4B or better.
3.5.11 Super tropical bleach (STB) resistance. When tested as specified in 4.20, a film of the
coating shall show no blistering, wrinkling, or film softening when examined immediately after
washing with water. Film softening shall not exceed a number 2 pencil hardness difference (see
ASTM D3363) from an unexposed film. After drying, there shall be a maximum Delta (Δ) E
color change of 2.5 CIE L*a*b* units when comparing a portion of the untested panel to that of
the tested area. The STB composition shall be in accordance with MIL-DTL-12468.
3.5.12 Toxic ingredients. Other than parachlorobenzotrifluoride (PCBTF), the primer shall
contain no benzene (benzol), chlorinated solvents, or ethylene based glycol ethers and their
acetates (see 4.21). The paint shall have no adverse effects on the health of personnel when used
for its intended purpose.
3.6 User instruction markings. All primary containers shall be legibly marked or labeled
"Component A (epoxy resin component)” or "Component B (catalyst component)" as applicable,
with the manufacturer’s mixing and thinning instructions, the VOC content (in pounds per gallon
or grams per liter), HAP content and the following:
PRECAUTION: The Surgeon General requires airline respirators to be used unless air
sampling shows exposure to be below standards. Then, either chemical cartridge
respirators or airline respirators are required. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Use with
adequate ventilation. For other safety recommendations refer to the Safety Data Sheet
(SDS). Keep containers closed.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE: Mix component A well; then add 1 part by volume of
component B to 4 parts by volume of component A or as specified by the manufacturer and
mix well. If thinning is required for spray application, follow the manufacturer’s
instructions to remain within the regulatory limits. The solvents used shall be HAP-free
material and stay within the regulatory VOC limits. The admixed coating may require a 30
minute induction time before use. Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations. During
spray application, avoid inhalation and eye or skin contact.
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3.7 Safety Data Sheets (SDS). SDS has been phased into the system as of June 1, 2015. As of
June 1, 2016 the MSDS is no longer used and you must ensure that each hazardous chemical in your
workplace has an SDS and only an SDS as specified in the OSHA Brief -
https://www.osha.gov/dsg/hazcom/ and as specified in Appendix D of 29 CFR 1910.1200 (see:
https://www.osha.gov/laws-regs/regulations/standardnumber/1910/1910.1200AppD).
3.8 Toxicity clearance. All new chemicals and materials being added to the Army supply
system shall have a toxicity clearance. A toxicity clearance involves a toxicological evaluation
of materials prior to introduction into the Army supply system. The Army program manager
shall be responsible for identifying technically feasible materials and requesting a toxicity
clearance for use of that material within their program (see 6.7).
4. VERIFICATION
4.1 Classification of inspections. The inspection requirements specified herein are classified as
follows:
4.2 Qualification inspection. Qualification shall be conducted by the qualifying activity (see
6.4). The qualification test sample shall consist of all components required for mixing. The
samples shall be legibly identified (see 6.4.4). Qualification inspection shall consist of tests for
all requirements specified in section 3 and table III. Qualification inspection shall examine for
user instruction markings (see 3.6). The results of each test shall be compared with the
applicable requirement in section 3. Failure to conform to any requirement shall be counted as a
defect and paint represented by the sample test shall not be approved for inclusion in the QPD
under this specification.
4.3 Conformance inspection. The manufacturer shall forward from each production lot
(see 4.3.1) a batch validation letter detailing the batch number, manufacturer's code, specification
and type number, QPL number and batch volume to CCDC U.S. Army Research Laboratory
(ARL), ATTN: FCDD-RLW-MC, Camouflage, Coatings and Corrosion Team, Building 4600,
6300 Rodman Road, Aberdeen Proving Ground (APG), MD 21005-5066. The manufacturer
shall perform conformance inspection testing on each production lot and have these test results
on file when requested by the contracting officer. Conformance inspection for individual lots
shall test for VOC, condition in container, total solids, fineness of grind, mixing properties,
spraying properties, drying time, and 60 degree specular gloss. There shall be no failures (see
6.5).
4.3.1 Lot and batch formation. Unless otherwise specified in the contract or purchase
description (see 6.2), 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 6.4.2). Unless
otherwise specified in the contract or purchase description (see 6.2), 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 6.4.2). The addition of any substance to a batch
shall constitute a new lot.
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4.4 Inspection conditions. Unless otherwise specified, all inspections shall be performed in
accordance with ASTM D3924. Also, unless otherwise stated in the test method or paragraph,
room temperature shall be 73 ± 4 degrees Fahrenheit (°F) (23 ± 2 degrees Celsius (°C)) and a 40
- 70 percent relative humidity.
4.5 Safety Data Sheet. The SDS shall address all individual components as they are supplied
and be in compliance with 3.7. Noncompliance to 3.7 shall be cause for rejection.
4.6.1 Test conditions. Except as otherwise specified herein, the routine testing and referee
testing shall be conducted in accordance with ASTM D3924. A dry film thickness of 1.5 ± 0.2
mils (37.5 ± 5 microns) shall be used whenever film thickness is requested in any test, unless
otherwise required by the test. Failure of any test result to fall within the specified ranges in
section 3 shall constitute failure of the applicable test. For all tests requiring the use of the mixed
primer, components A and B shall be mixed in the proportions specified in paragraph 4.12.
4.6.2 Test panels. Steel test panels shall be cold-rolled SAE 1010 steel conforming to ASTM
A109/A109M or ASTM A1008/A1008M, treated with a zinc phosphate coating in accordance
with TT-C-490, type I. The panels shall have a Rockwell B hardness of 55 to 75 and a surface
roughness of 30 to 45 micro inches (0.76 to 1.14 microns) (arithmetic average) as rolled.
Aluminum test panels shall be aluminum alloy 2024-T3 treated with MIL-DTL-5541, type II,
class 1A.
4.6.3 Test procedures. Tests (see table III) shall be conducted in accordance with ASTM, GM,
EPA, SAE or as specified herein. The right is reserved to make any additional tests deemed
necessary to determine that the primer meets the requirements of this specification.
4.6.4 Polyurethane topcoat. When a topcoat is required by the test method use a polyurethane
coating conforming to either MIL-DTL-53039 or MIL-DTL-64159, Tan 686A, color number
33446 of SAE-AMS-STD 595 Colors Used in Government Procurement. Apply the coating to a
total dry film thickness of 2 ± 0.2 mils (50 ± 5 microns). If applied in two coats, allow the first
coat to air dry for 60 minutes prior to application of the second coat. After application of the
topcoat to the required thickness and prior to testing, allow the coating to air dry for not less than
168 hours.
4.7.1 Pigment analysis. Extract the pigment as in ASTM D2371, but use ethanol for the
extraction. Make appropriate qualitative and quantitative tests on the extracted pigment to
determine if only permissible pigments were used. Nonconformance to 3.3.1 shall constitute
failure of this test.
4.7.1.1 Titanium dioxide (TiO2) content. Determine the titanium dioxide (TiO2) content on the
extracted pigment in accordance with ASTM D1394 for compliance with table I.
Nonconformance to table I shall constitute failure of this test.
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4.7.1.2 Zinc phosphate content. Determine the zinc phosphate content in accordance with
4.7.1.2.1 and 4.7.1.2.2.
4.7.1.2.1.1 Reagents.
a. Buffer solution (pH 10): 350 milliliters (ml) concentrated NH4OH + 54 grams (g)
NH4Cl + H2O to give 1000 ml.
b. Eriochrome black T (0.5%): 0.25 g eriochrome black T + 2.2 g hydroxylamine
hydrochloride/50 ml methanol solution.
c. Primary standard zinc oxide, 0.200N (Normal concentration solution): Accurately
weigh 4.069 g of oven dried ZnO.
Dissolve it in 250 ml of the buffer solution and dilute to 500 ml.
d. 0.5N Disodium ethylenediaminetetraacetate dehydrate (EDTA): 37.2 g EDTA/liter
aqueous solution.
4.7.1.2.1.2 Procedure.
a. Accurately weigh approximately 1.0 g of pigment into a 250 ml glass stoppered
Erlenmeyer flask.
b. Add 25 ml buffer, stopper, and shake vigorously every few minutes over a period of
30 minutes.
c. Filter through fine paper into a 400 ml beaker, washing well with water until 200 ml
of filtrate are collected.
d. Add 20.0 ml of the EDTA (an excess) to the filtrate.
e. Add 10 drops of eriochrome black T.
f. Titrate with standard ZnO to a wine-red end point (Vs).
g. Run a blank by titrating 20.0 ml of the EDTA in 200 ml of an aqueous solution
containing 25 ml of the buffer (Vb).
4.7.1.2.1.3 Calculations.
4.7.1.2.2.1 Reagents.
a. Concentrated NH4OH.
b. Concentrated HNO3.
c. NH4NO3.
d. Ammonium molybdate - Johnson’s formula: Mix 55 grams of (NH4)6MO7O24 ·
4H2O and 50 g of NH4NO3 with 18 milliliters (ml) of concentrated NH4OH and 20 ml
H2O. Stir. Dilute to about 700 ml with H2O. Heat with occasional stirring until all
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salts have dissolved. Dilute to 1000 ml. Let stand overnight. Filter through
fine paper but do not wash the residue.
4.7.1.2.2.2 Procedure.
4.7.1.2.2.3 Calculations.
4.7.1.2.2.4 Failure criteria. Nonconformance to table I shall constitute failure of this test.
(a) Weigh approximately 250 milligrams (mg) of pigment into a small glass test tube.
Add 5 milliliters of 25 percent aqueous KOH and shake vigorously for 1 - 2
minutes. Decant a one milliliter aliquot into a plastic micro-centrifuge tube and
centrifuge for five (5) minutes at 17,000 rotations per minute, balancing the
centrifuge with a tube containing one ml of the KOH solution. The resulting
supernatant liquid shall be nearly colorless. Use the tube containing the KOH
solution as a reference. A distinct yellow color indicates the presence of hexavalent
chromium and therefore shall constitute failure of the test requirement.
(b) Weigh approximately 50 mg of pigment into a small glass test tube. Add 5 ml of 10
percent aqueous H2SO4 and shake vigorously for 1 - 2 minutes. Decant a one ml
aliquot into a plastic micro-centrifuge tube and centrifuge for five (5) minutes at
17,000 rotations per minute, balancing the centrifuge with a second tube containing
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one ml of the H2SO4 solution. The solution in the second tube shall act as the test
“blank”. Immerse a chromate ion (CrO42-) test strip into the supernatant from each
tube. Shake off the excess liquid and after approximately one minute compare the
color change in the reaction zone of the strips to the color scale (concentration
levels) provided by the manufacturer. The appearance of a purple/violet color from
the “sample” strip is indicative of hexavalent chrome and therefore shall constitute
failure of the test requirement. If a color change is apparent from the “blank” strip
rerun the test using fresh, chromium-free reagents. The appearance of a
pronounced color change is indicative of hexavalent chrome and therefore shall
constitute failure of the test requirement.
4.7.2 Nonvolatile (total solids) content. Place a portion of the thoroughly mixed sample in a
dropping bottle and weigh to the nearest one-tenth mg. Weigh one 60 millimeters (mm)
aluminum dish to the nearest one-tenth mg. Transfer a small sample that does not exceed 0.3 g
to the dish, determine its exact weight to the nearest one-tenth mg by loss in weight of the bottle.
Dissolve the sample in 2 ml of American Chemical Society reagent grade ethanol and dry in a
gravity convection oven at 221 °F (105 °C) for one (1) hour. Upon cooling, reweigh the dish to
the nearest one-tenth mg. From the weight of the residue in the dish and the weight of the
sample taken, calculate the percent nonvolatile (total solid) as required. Nonconformance to the
requirements in table II shall constitute failure of this test.
4.7.3.1 VOC determination. For types IV and VI, determine the VOC of component A and
component B in accordance with ASTM D3960. The density is determined by using the
weight/gallon cup described in ASTM D1475. The nonvolatile content is determined by using
ASTM D7232. The notarized statement of composition shall be used in the determination
process. Calculate the VOC for the coating as mixed with the equation:
Determine compliance with 3.3.2.3.1 for class L and 3.3.2.3.2 for class U.
4.7.3.2 Solvent VOHAP determination. Hazardous solvent content of each individual coating shall
be determined in accordance with ASTM D3271 or EPA Method 311, as applicable. Check for
compliance with 3.3.2.3.3.
4.7.4.1 Epoxy resin - component A. Determine the epoxy resin content on the extracted vehicle in
accordance with ASTM D1652 for compliance with table II. Nonconformance to table II
constitutes failure of this test.
4.7.4.2 Epoxy resin - component B. Place 4 drops of component B in a test tube. Add about 10
drops of toluene and 10 drops of ethyl alcohol, mix and dry completely in an oven at 221 °F (105
°C). After cooling, add 1 ml concentrated sulfuric acid and warm to about 140 °F (60 °C) in a
water bath for 10 minutes. Cool and add 2 drops of 40 percent formaldehyde solution. Allow
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the sample to stand a few minutes. Dilute with 10 ml of water added all at one time. A blue or
green color shall form almost immediately if epoxy resins of the bisphenol type are present.
4.7.5 Lead content. Determine the presence or absence of lead by weighing 50 mg of pigment
into a small glass test tube. Add 5 ml of dilute HNO3 and shake vigorously for 1 - 2 minutes.
Decant a one ml aliquot into a plastic micro-centrifuge tube and centrifuge for five (5) minutes at
17,000 rotations per minute - balancing the centrifuge with a tube containing one ml of the dilute
HNO3 solution. This tube shall also act as the test “blank”. Immerse a lead test strip into the
supernatant from each tube. Shake off the excess liquid and after approximately one minute
compare the color change in the reaction zone of the strips to the color scale (concentration
levels) provided by the manufacturer. If any color change is apparent from the “blank” strip
rerun the test using fresh, lead-free reagents. For the “Sample” strip, the appearance of a bright
red color is indicative of lead at a concentration level above the specification limit, while no
color change or a faint pink color change is indicative of lead concentrations below the
specification limit. Confirmation of the exact lead concentration in the coating’s solids shall be
determined using any authoritative quantitative method, such as ASTM D3335.
4.8 Specular gloss (60 degree). Prepare a film of the primer on steel as specified in 4.13 and
allow to dry 48 hours. Determine the 60 degree specular gloss in accordance with ASTM D523.
Nonconformance to 3.4.2 shall constitute failure of this test.
4.9 Drying time. Spray the mixed coating on a test panel as specified in 4.13 to a dry film
thickness of 1.5 ± 0.2 mils (37.5 ± 5 microns). Determine the drying time under ambient
conditions in accordance with ASTM D5895. Check for compliance with 3.4.3.
4.10.1 Component A. Upon opening a full previously unopened container, the condition of the
contents shall be examined for compliance with 3.5.1.1. Reseal, then agitate the container for
three (3) minutes on a paint shaker and examine for compliance with 3.5.1.1. On reexamination
of the contents, the disclosure of any gel bodies or undispersed pigment indicates unsatisfactory
settling properties.
4.10.2 Component B. Upon opening a full previously unopened container, the condition of the
contents shall be examined for compliance with 3.5.1.2.
4.11.1 Component A. Allow a full quart can of component A to stand undisturbed for one (1)
year in accordance with ASTM D1849 and then examine the contents. Evaluate the pigment
settling as specified in 4.10.1, except agitate the can for five (5) minutes on a paint shaker prior
to reexamination. Determine viscosity and other applicable tests for compliance with 3.5.2.1.
4.11.2 Component B. Allow a full 8 ounce can of component B to stand for one (1) year under
standard laboratory conditions. At the end of this period, examine the contents for compliance to
3.5.2.2.
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4.12 Mixing properties. For type IV, class L, thoroughly mix four (4) parts by volume of
component A with one part by volume of component B and examine for compliance with 3.5.3.
For type IV, class U and type VI primer, thoroughly mix per manufactures instructions and
examine for compliance to 3.5.3. Place 5 ounces of the material in an eight ounce glass jar and
do not agitate or disturb for 4 hours. At the end of this period examine for compliance with
3.5.3.
4.13 Spraying properties. If necessary for application, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for
thinning not to exceed the VOC level (see 1.2.1). To maintain a HAP-free primer, MIL-T-81772
shall not be used unless the type used is HAP-free. Spray primer on a steel panel to a dry film
thickness of 1.5 ± 0.2 mils (37.5 ± 5 microns). The coating properties of the dry sprayed surface
shall be observed for compliance with 3.5.4.
4.14 Adhesion. Spray the primer as in 4.13 on a steel and aluminum panel pretreated as in 4.6.2.
Air dry primer panels for seven (7) days. Perform adhesion testing as specified in ASTM
D3359, method B and examine for compliance with 3.5.5.
4.15 Flexibility. Determine flexibility in accordance with ASTM D522, method B. Spray the
coating on a steel panel, tinplated 0.010 inches (0.254 mm) thick to a dry film thickness of
1.5 ± 0.2 mils (37.5 ± 5 microns). Air dry for seven (7) days. Bend the coated panels over a ¼
inch mandrel at room testing temperature (see 4.4). Examine the coating for cracks over the area
of the bend for compliance with 3.5.6.
4.16 Water resistance. Prepare sprayed films of primer as in 4.13 on test panels pretreated as
in 4.6.2. Allow the panels to air dry seven (7) days. Coat all exposed, uncoated metal
surfaces with wax or other suitable coating. Immerse the panels for 168 hours in distilled
water at 73 ± 2 °F (23 ± 1 °C) as specified in ASTM D1308. On removal, observe panels for
compliance with 3.5.7. Nonconformance to 3.5.7 constitutes failure of this test.
4.17 Hydrocarbon fluid resistance. Prepare films of primer as in 4.13 on test panels pretreated as
in 4.6.2 and air dry seven (7) days. Do not wax or coat the exposed metal surfaces. Immerse the
panels for 168 hours in a hydrocarbon fluid conforming to F24 fuel at 70 ± 5 °F (21 ± 3 °C).
Panels shall be immersed at a minimum depth of 50 %. At the end of the test period, remove and
examine for compliance with 3.5.8. Nonconformance to 3.5.8 shall constitute failure of this test.
4.18 Corrosion resistance. Prepare fifteen (15) pretreated steel and ten (10) aluminum 4 x 6 inch
panels as specified in 4.14. Allow to air dry for seven (7) days. Coat the edges and uncoated
metal surfaces of the witness panels with a suitable CARC coating prior to testing. Tape, wax,
and chromated coatings are unacceptable for edge and back coatings. Five (5) each of the steel
prepared panels shall be exposed to the salt spray resistance and cyclic corrosion resistance.
4.18.1 Salt spray resistance. For type IV primer, use five (5) of the steel panels and the five (5)
aluminum panels from 4.18 and make an “X” scribe through the primer. Expose these scribed
panels to 5 percent salt spray for 1,008 hours in accordance with ASTM B117. For type VI
primer, use the same number of steel and aluminum scribed panels and expose them for 1512
hours in accordance with ASTM B117. Upon removal, wash the panel’s gently in deionized
water until free from any visible salt deposits and examine immediately for compliance with
3.5.9.1. Nonconformance to 3.5.9.1 shall constitute failure of this test.
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4.18.2 Cyclic corrosion resistance. Use five (5) additional steel panels from 4.18 and make an
“X” scribe through the primer. Expose the panels to accelerated cyclic corrosion for 30 cycles
for type IV and 50 cycles for type VI in accordance with GMW 14872. Upon removal, rinse
panels in deionized water until visible salt deposits are removed. Examine immediately for
compliance with 3.5.9.2. Strip primer with suitable paint remover and inspect for rust, pitting or
corrosion not evident with paint present. Nonconformance to 3.5.9.2 shall constitute failure of
this test.
4.18.3 Atmospheric corrosion resistance. Use the remaining five (5) steel and five (5) aluminum
panels air dried for 24 hours and spray polyurethane topcoat per 4.6.4. Make an “X” scribe
through the coating system to the substrate. Expose these for two (2) years at a suitable test site
in accordance with ASTM G50, with equivalent or greater mass loss than 1.5 mils per year
(mpy), such as the ARL site at Cape Canaveral Air Force Station. Upon completion of the 2 year
exposure, specimen/coupons shall be field evaluated, then returned to ARL for a final evaluation.
Upon return, wash the specimens/coupons gently in or DI until free from any visible salt deposits
and examine immediately for compliance with 3.5.9.3. When visual examination is
indeterminate, the specimens/coupons shall undergo coating removal along the scribe as per
ASTM D1654 and inspection for rust, pitting or corrosion not evident with paint present.
Nonconformance to 3.5.11 shall constitute failure of this test.
4.19 Topcoating. Prepare two (2) test panels for each topcoat as in 4.16. Allow primer to air
dry 1 hour and 24 hours respectively and spray topcoats conforming to MIL-DTL-64159 and
MIL-DTL-53039 over the specimens (see 4.6.4). If necessary, the topcoats shall be thinned
according to the specification, with thinner conforming to the specification or manufacturer, and
sprayed to a dry film thickness of 2 ± 0.2 mils (50 ± 5 microns). Visually examine the panels for
evidence of lifting after the topcoat has air dried 2 hours. Allow the specimens to air dry 168
hours after topcoat application. Perform adhesion testing as specified in ASTM D3359, method
B and examine its ability to resist peeling. The resultant rating shall be classified as scale 4B or
better. Nonconformance to 3.5.10 constitutes failure of this test.
4.20 Super tropical bleach (STB) resistance. Prepare a steel panel as specified in 4.15. Scribe a
one (1) inch diameter wax ring using a china marker on the painted surface of the panel. Place
approximately one (1) milliliter of STB agent on the panel surface. Do not cover. Allow to
stand 30 minutes then thoroughly wash with water. A STB slurry mix of 40 parts STB and 60
parts water by weight shall be used. Examine for compliance with 3.5.11.
4.21 Toxic ingredients. Other than PCBTF, the manufacturer shall certify that the primer
contains no benzene (benzol), chlorinated solvents or ethylene based glycol ethers and their
acetates. Nonconformance to 3.5.12 constitutes failure of this requirement.
5. PACKAGING
5.1 Packaging and markings. For acquisition purposes, the packaging requirements shall be as
specified in the contract or order (see 6.2). When packaging of materiel is to be performed by
DoD or in-house contractor personnel, these personnel need to contact the responsible packaging
activity to ascertain packaging requirements. Packaging requirements are maintained by the
Inventory Control Point’s packaging activities within the Military Service or Defense Agency, or
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within the military service’s system command. Packaging data retrieval is available from the
managing Military Department’s or Defense Agency’s automated packaging files, CD-ROM
products, or by contacting the responsible packaging activity. For markings, containers or
packaging of the coating shall be marked with a label that identifies the specification number,
type, color, and material designation so that traceability to the QPD can be verified.
6. NOTES
(This section contains information of a general or explanatory nature that may be helpful, but is
not mandatory.)
6.1 Intended use. The primer described in this specification, which is lead and hexavalent
chromium free, is intended for use on clean, chemically pretreated surfaces in camouflage
systems. The class L formulations will meet a 2.8 lbs/gal (340 g/l) maximum VOC content
requirement and be HAP-free. The class U formulations will meet a 2.08 lbs/gal (250 grams/liter
(g/l)) maximum VOC content requirement and be HAP-free. Type VI will provide enhanced
corrosion performance of 1,512 hours salt spray and 50 cycles on the cyclic corrosion test. This
epoxy primer is not to be used on aircraft or any associated components of the aircraft. This
primer is also not to be used with powder topcoat conforming to MIL-PRF-32348, type III. The
proper aircraft primers are either MIL-PRF-23377 or MIL-PRF-85582. This primer is acceptable
for use on aviation ground support equipment where MIL-PRF-85285, type II topcoat is used.
6.1.1 Application dry film thickness. The dry film thickness specified within this document is
for qualification purposes only. The dry film thickness used to apply this primer to military
assets and components should comply with table V of MIL-DTL-53072.
6.3 Basis of purchase. The primers covered by this specification should be purchased by
volume, the unit being a kit comprised of 1 quart, 1 gallon, 5 gallons, or 55 gallons. The kit
components need not be the same size.
6.4 Qualification. With respect to products requiring qualification, awards will be made only for
products which are, at the time of award of contract, qualified for inclusion in the QPD, whether
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or not such products have actually been so listed by that date. The attention of contractors is
called to this requirement and manufacturers are urged to arrange to have the products that they
propose to offer to the Federal Government tested for qualification in order that they may be
eligible to be awarded contracts or purchase orders for the products covered by this specification.
Samples for QPD testing (see 4.2) should be submitted to CCDC Army Research Laboratory,
ATTN: FCDD-RLW-MC, Camouflage, Coatings and Corrosion Team, Building 4600, 6300
Rodman Road, Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD 21005-5066. An online listing of products
qualified to this specification may be found in the Qualified Products Database (QPD) at
https://assist.dla.mil.
6.4.1 Retention of qualification. In order to retain qualification of a product approved for listing
in the QPD, the manufacturer will verify by certification to the qualifying activity that the
manufacturer’s product complies with the requirements of this specification. Unless otherwise
specified, the time of periodic verification by certification will be in two year intervals from the
date of the original qualification, and will be initiated by the qualifying activity. No change will
be made in formulation, raw materials or supplier(s) of raw materials, methods of manufacture,
equipment, or geographic location without prior written Government approval. The Government
reserves the right to re-examine the qualified product whenever deemed necessary to determine
that the product continues to meet any or all of the specification requirements.
6.4.2 Conformity to qualified sample. All lots of coatings supplied under this specification must
be manufactured using the same formulation, raw materials and supplier(s) of raw materials,
methods of manufacture, equipment, and geographic location as the qualification sample, unless
changes have been approved by the qualifying activity.
6.4.3 SDS. Contracting officers will identify those activities requiring copies of a completed
SDS prepared in accordance with FED-STD-313. The pertinent Government mailing addresses
for submission of data are listed in FED-STD-313.
6.4.4 Sample identification for qualification inspection. Samples for QPD testing are to be
identified in a cover letter with the following information:
6.5 Conformance rejection and retest. Failure in any conformance inspection will result in the
rejection of the batch from which it was obtained and constitutes justification for removal from the
qualified products list. Rejected material cannot be resubmitted for acceptance without written
approval from the qualification activity (see 4.3). The application for resubmission will contain all
details concerning previous rejections and measures taken to correct these deficiencies.
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6.6 Cyclic Corrosion Laboratory Test. A properly calibrated cyclic chamber performing GM 9540P
will, after 40 cycles, cause mass loss in the range of 3712 - 4312 mg on a standardized 3.18 mm
thick mass loss coupon. The target range for calibration with respect to GMW 14872, Exterior, 4
sprays/cycle, Exposure C is 3660 - 4220 mg at 26 ±3 cycles on a standardized 3.18mm mass loss
coupon. The congruency of the mass loss ranges given in GM 9450P and GMW 14872 had led ARL
to decide to change the required cycles for accelerated corrosion testing from 40 to 30 cycles for
GMW 14872. To achieve an equal corrosive environment between the two test methods, the cycles
for GMW 14872 would be 75% of the requirement that was established for GM 9540. This new
requirement would be reflected into each CARC pretreatment, primer and application specification
as they are amended or revised.
6.7 Toxicity request. Department of the Army Regulation (AR) 40-5, Preventive Medicine,
(AR) 70-1, Acquisition Policy, and Department of the Army Pamphlet 70-3, Acquisition
Procedures, require a toxicity clearance. Army toxicity questions and/or a toxicity clearance
request should be addressed to: Commander, US Army Center For Health Promotion and
Preventive Medicine, ATTN: MCHB-TS-TTE, 5158 Blackhawk Road, Aberdeen Proving
Ground, MD 21010-5403.
6.8 Detail specification. MIL-DTL-53072, Chemical Agent Resistant Coating (CARC) System
Application Procedures and Quality Control Inspection, is available for application procedures
and quality control inspection of this coating.
Aluminum
Camouflage system
CARC
HAP
Metal
Panels
Steel
VOC
6.10 Changes from previous issue. Marginal notations are not used in this revision to identify
changes with respect to the previous issue due to the extent of the changes.
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CONCLUDING MATERIAL
Review activities:
Army - MD1, MI
Navy - CG, SH, MC
Civil agency:
GSA/FAS
NOTE: The activities listed above were interested in this document as of the date of this
document. Since organizations and responsibilities can change, you should verify the currency
of the information above using the ASSIST Online database at https://assist.dla.mil/
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