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When I have a preservation method code "GX" listed in a solicitation or contract, what are the acceptable materials I can use?

1. Wrap or Cushion:

  • MIL-PRF-81705 Type III
  • MIL-DTL-117 Type II, Class H, Style 2 (i.e., bag made from MIL-PRF-81705 Type III material)
  • A-A-3129, Type I, Grade B (open cell cushioning)
  • PPP-C-795, Class 2 (closed cell cushioning...bubble wrap)
  • PPP-C-1797, Type II (polypropylene cushioning)
  • MIL-DTL-81997, Type I pouch (static shielding/cushioned)
  • MIL-DTL-81997, Type II pouch (cushioned)

2. Unit Pack: IN A HEAT-SEALED BAG CONFORMING ONLY TO:

  • MIL-DTL-117, Type I, Class F, Style 1 (i.e., bag made from MIL-PRF-81705 Type I material)

3. Apply ESD Labels and mark in accordance with MIL-STD-129.

  • See Special marking code 39 - "ESD sensitive electronic device requirements of MIL-STD-129 apply"

4. Supplemental Unit Containers:

  • Refer to the requirements cited in the solicitation or contract, if applicable.

5. Intermediate Containers:

  • Refer to the requirements cited in the solicitation or contract

1a: Direct qualification requirement:

  • MIL-PRF-81705 has the qualification requirement directly in the specification.

1b: Indirect qualification requirement:

  • The MIL-DTL-117 Type II, Class H, Style 2 bags have First Article requirements. However, to construct the Type II, Class H, Style 2 bag, it uses qualified MIL-PRF-81705, Type III material.

1f: Indirect qualification requirement:

  • The MIL-DTL-81997 Type I pouches have First Article requirements. However to construct the Type I pouch, it uses qualified MIL-PRF-81705, Type III material (and a choice of either A-A-3129, Type I, Grade B or PPP-C-795, Class 2 cushioning material with a re-closable top)

Category: ESD Acceptable Materials