MIL-C-38983A
2.2 Order of precedence. 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 First article. When specified (see 6.2), a sample shall be subjected to first article inspection (see 6.4)
in accordance with 4.2.1.
3.2 Materials. All materials used in the manufacture of the cartridges shall conform strictly with the
specifications referenced on the respective drawings unless specific approval in writing covering a departure
therefrom has been obtained from the Navy cognizant field activity for cartridges prior to manufacture. When
alternate materials or methods of manufacture are specified on the drawings, the bidder's selection shall be
clearly stated in the proposal.
3.3 Primary components. For the purposes of this specification the ignition composition, ignition
element, and main charge for the CCU-11/B are defined as the primary components. Only one lot of a primary
component shall be used in a single cartridge lot. See 4.2.2.
3.3.1 Ignition composition.
3.3.1.1 Ingredients. The ingredients shall be 53 percent powdered titanium of the particle size conforming
to MIL-T-13405 and 47 percent reagent grade ACS iron oxide conforming to MIL-I-706.
3.3.1.2 Blending procedure. Blending procedure for the above ingredients shall be controlled to satisfy
all electrical and performance requirements when assembled in the CCU-11/B cartridge.
3.4 Cartridge inspection.
3.4.1 Visual inspection. Cartridges shall be free of the following defects: burrs, dents, bent connector
pins, missing or damaged seals, or other defects which may prevent entry of the cartridge into the firing
chamber, or affect resistance of the cartridge to moisture. Markings shall be correct and legible. See 4.5.1.
3.4.2 Drawing conformance. The CCU-11/B cartridge shall be manufactured in accordance with Drawing
69E14000 and all associated drawings. Cartridge components shall meet their respective drawing
requirements. See 4.5.2.
3.4.2.1 Metal parts inspection. Metal parts shall conform to drawings and shall be free of metal defects.
See 4.5.2.1.
3.4.3 Radiographic examination. Cartridges shall be radiographically examined for defects as specified
in 4.5.3.
3.4.4 Bridge circuit resistance. The resistance in each bridge circuit shall be 1.1 ± 0.2 ohms. See 4.5.4.
3.4.5 Leakage. Cartridge leakage rate shall not exceed 10-4 cubic centimeters of air per second when
tested in accordance with 4.5.5.
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