Explosive reactivity has resulted when parts made from some light alloys, typically high in aluminum and magnesium, are loaded under shear conditions while in contact with certain lubricants. A typical example is a threaded part, lubricated with a chlorofluorocarbon grease, pulled up normally tight.

1. Scope

1.1 This test method is used to evaluate for explosive reactivity of various lubricants in the presence of aerospace alloys under high shear conditions.

1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. In cases where materials, products, or equipment are available in inch-pound units only, SI units are omitted.

1.3 This standard is used to measure and describe the response of materials, products, or assemblies to heat and flame under controlled conditions, but does not by itself incorporate all factors required for fire hazard or fire risk assessment of the materials, products, or assemblies under actual fire conditions.

1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

2. Referenced Documents (purchase separately) The documents listed below are referenced within the subject standard but are not provided as part of the standard.

ASTM Standards

ANSI Standard

Keywords

aerospace alloys; explosive reactivity; lubricants; reactivity; shear; Aerospace fluids/propellants; Aluminum content--petroleum products; Explosions/explosives; High modulus fibrous composites; Lubricants (fluid); Magnesium content--petroleum products; Nonferrous metals/alloys; Pressure testing--petroleum products; Reactivity; Shear testing--petroleum products; Spark-source mass spectrometry;

ICS Code

ICS Number Code 49.025.99 (Other materials)

Citing ASTM Standards

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