MIL-DTL-25576E
6. NOTES
(This section contains information of a general or explanatory nature that may be helpful, but is not
mandatory.)
6.1 Intended use. The propellant covered by this specification is intended for use in rocket
engines and as a hydraulic fluid medium in rocket engine gimbal systems.
6.2 Acquisition requirements. Acquisition documents must specify the following:
a.
Title, number, and date of this specification.
b.
Grade of the propellant required (1.2).
c.
Method of shipment, type and capacity of containers.
d.
Quantity by weight.
e.
Packaging requirements (5. 1).
f.
That one copy of the certificate of analysis, signed by the contractor's representative,
listing values obtained on all tests shall accompany each shipment delivered to the consignee. In
addition, one copy shall also be furnished to DET 3 WR-ALC/AFTT, 2430 C Street, Bldg 70, Area B,
Wright-Patterson AFB, OH 45433-7632
6.3 Part or identifying number (PIN). The PINs to be used for rocket grade propellant kerosene
acquired to this specification are created as follows:
M 25576 - XXXX
Example of PIN: M25576-S
Grade (1.2). Use "RP-1" or "RP-2" as applicable
Specification number
Prefix for military specification
6.4 Definitions.
6.4.1 Barrel. A barrel as specified herein will contain 42 U.S. gallons.
6.5 Subject term (key word) listing.
Antioxidant
Fuel
Kerosene
Metal deactivator
Propellant
RP-1
RP-2
Rocket engine
6.6 Changes from previous issue. The margins of this specification are marked with change bars
to indicate where changes from the previous issue were made. This was done as a
convenience only and the Government assumes no liability whatsoever for any inaccuracies
in these notations. Bidders and contractors are cautioned to evaluate the requirements of
this document based on the entire content irrespective of the marginal notations and
relationship to the last previous issue.
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