14.06.2014 Views

TO 1-1-700 - Robins Air Force Base

TO 1-1-700 - Robins Air Force Base

TO 1-1-700 - Robins Air Force Base

SHOW MORE
SHOW LESS

You also want an ePaper? Increase the reach of your titles

YUMPU automatically turns print PDFs into web optimized ePapers that Google loves.

<strong>TO</strong> 1-1-<strong>700</strong><br />

8.5.6.2 Water Intrusion. Technicians should inspect the<br />

interior or shelters or enclosures frequently for evidence of<br />

water intrusion. Water intrusion will always lead to corrosion.<br />

Any evidence of water intrusion or corrosion should be<br />

reported so that the appropriate corrective action can be scheduled.<br />

The following steps can be used to locate the source of<br />

water intrusion:<br />

MIL-A-46146, ADHESIVE/SEALANT, SILICONE RTV,<br />

NON-CORROSIVE, GROUP I/II/III, TYPE I OR<br />

GROUP I, TYPE II 19<br />

a. Verify installation of fasteners. Replace all damaged fasteners.<br />

b. Inspect form-in-place gaskets. Repair or replace as<br />

appropriate.<br />

c. Verify that all drains are open and operational.<br />

d. Prepare compartment with “witness material” such as<br />

blotter paper or paper towels.<br />

MIL-PRF-81733, SEALING AND COATING COMPOUND,<br />

CORROSION INHIBITIVE 48<br />

i. If leaks are present, they are to be sealed with MIL-A-<br />

46146 or MIL-PRF-81733. If the area is in contact with<br />

fluids (coolant, fuel, hydraulic oil), use MIL-PRF-<br />

81733.<br />

e. Secure all external openings (doors, air intakes, etc.).<br />

f. If fresh water is available, apply water to the exterior of<br />

the shelter or enclosure for approximately 5 minutes.<br />

g. Allow 3 to 5 minutes for the water to drain.<br />

h. Open shelter and examine witness material for signs of<br />

water.<br />

MIL-PRF-81309, LUBRICANT, CORROSION PREVEN-<br />

TIVE COMPOUND 46<br />

j. Apply MIL-PRF-81309 to fastener threads as appropriate.<br />

k. Repeat steps d through j until all leaks are located and<br />

eliminated.<br />

Table 8-2. Materials, Their Electronic Applications, and Corrosion Symptoms<br />

Material Typical Applications Corrosion Symptoms<br />

Iron and Steel<br />

Stainless Steel<br />

Aluminum<br />

Iron and steel are used for magnetic shields, component<br />

leads, transformer cores, brackets, racks, and general<br />

hardware. The iron or steel is usually plated with<br />

nickel, tin, or cadmium.<br />

Stainless steel is used for brackets, shelves, and mounting<br />

hardware. Stainless steel does not corrode in most<br />

situations. However, exposure to saltwater can cause<br />

pitting. Although stainless steel resists corrosion well,<br />

it is susceptible to crevice corrosion.<br />

Aluminum is used primarily for structural or housing<br />

purposes in electronics. When cleaning corrosion from<br />

metallic surfaces, it is essential to remove all corrosion<br />

product from adjacent structures. This is because corrosion<br />

products of other metals can be corrosive to aluminum.<br />

Corrosion on iron and steel is easily recognized<br />

because it produces red or black rust.<br />

The corrosion product of stainless steel is a<br />

roughened surface with a red, brown, or black<br />

stain.<br />

The corrosion product of aluminum is a white<br />

or grey powdery material. The presence of a<br />

painted coating is not an indicator that the<br />

metal is free of corrosion. Corrosion can occur<br />

under the topcoat, eventually causing blisters,<br />

flakes, chips, or bumps in the painted surface.<br />

8-5

Hooray! Your file is uploaded and ready to be published.

Saved successfully!

Ooh no, something went wrong!