A-A-52462 Containers, Shipping And Storage: Metal, Reusable; For Engines, Transmissions, Differentials, Transfers, And Similar Assemblies \(Metric\)This CID covers two types of leakproof, pressurized, metal, reusable containers/boxes \(hereinafter referred to as containers\). They are used as humidity controlled containers for shipment and storage of automotive engines, transmissions, differentials, transfers, and similar assemblies. The two types of containers are classified as follows \(see 5.2\): Type I - Pressurized container. Type II - Controlled breather container.

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d. Whether manufacturer's test procedures and which ones are to be substituted for one

or more of the performance tests (see 2.4).

e. Whether a live load (component) is to be used instead of the dummy load for the

rough handling tests and who will provide the live load (see 2.4.2).

f. Preparation and painting if other than as specified and exterior color of paint topcoat

(see 2.4.2.7).

g. Whether additional markings are required (see 2.4.2.8).

h. If first article is required and arrangements for first article inspection (see 3.2).

i. Packaging requirements (see 4).

5.3 Cross reference. Containers conforming to this CID are interchangeable/substitutable with

containers conforming to MIL-C-14200C, dated 10 November 1988.

5.4 Recovered material. The offeror/contractor is encouraged to use recovered materials in

accordance with Public Law 94-580 to the maximum extent practicable.

Custodians:

Preparing Activity:

Army - AT

Navy - YD

Air Force - 99

(Project 8145-2009-001)

Review Activities:

Army � SM, GL, CR4

Navy - MC

Air Force - 84

DLA - IS

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.daps.dla.mil.