scope:

This specification establishes surface cleanliness requirements of components used in space vehicles and associated ground support equipment. This specification is not intended to specify cleanliness requirements for composite vessels used in cryogenic service. General cleaning requirements, verification procedures, drying and packaging requirements are provided. Each user may require subtier documents to address processing, system cleanliness, maintenance and verification. An engineering assessment shall be necessary to establish requirements for each system.

NOTE: It is the responsibility of the user of this specification to assure suitability of the end item for its intended use.