NPFC - MIL-C-8021
CLOTH, PARACHUTE, NYLON, CARGO AND DECELERATION
| Organization: | NPFC |
| Publication Date: | 11 August 1971 |
| Status: | active |
| Page Count: | 16 |
scope:
This specification covers types of nylon for fabrication of parachutes.
The nylon cloth shall be of the following types and classes as specified (see 6.2):
Type I - 4.75 ounces per square yard, maximum weight Type II - 7.00 ounces per square yard, maximum weight Type IIA - 10.50 ounces per square yard, maximum weight Type III - 14.00 ounces per square yard, maximum weight Class 1 - Air permeability tested at ½ inch water pressure. Class 2 - Air permeability tested at 20 inches water pressure.
intended Use:
The nylon cloth is intended for use in the manufacture of cargo and deceleration parachutes.
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