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AEROSPACE AS5272™ REV. G

STANDARD Issued 1997-03

Reaffirmed 2016-04
Revised 2024-09

Superseding AS5272F

Lubricant, Solid Film, Heat Cured,

Corrosion Inhibiting, Procurement Specification

RATIONALE

Update section 4.5.2.1 of the specification to include T3 conditioning of AMS-QQ-A-250/5 Aluminum. Replace ASTM D1400
and ASTM D1186, which have both been withdrawn, with ASTM D7091. Replaced AMS2825 with ANSI Z400.1/Z129.1 and
updated references from MSDS to SDS. General editorial updates.

1. SCOPE

This SAE Aerospace Standard (AS) establishes the requirements for heat-cured solid film lubricants. For other general or
high-temperature applications, refer to AS1701. This document requires qualified products.

1.1 Application

For applications where temperatures may range from -90 to 400 °F (-68 to 204 °C).

1.2 Type

This specification establishes the following types:

Type I: A lubricant capable of being cured within 60 minutes at 302 °F ± 27 °F (150 °C ± 15 °C) with an endurance life of
250 minutes minimum. See 6.4 for related product information.

Type II: A lubricant capable of being cured within 60 minutes at 400 °F ± 27 °F (204 °C ± 15 °C) with an endurance life of
450 minutes minimum. See 6.4 for related product information.

Type III: A low volatile organic compound (VOC) content lubricant capable of being cured within 120 minutes at
302 °F ± 27 °F (150 °C ± 15 °C) or within 60 minutes at 400 °F ± 27 °F (204 °C ± 15 °C) with an endurance life of
450 minutes minimum. Type III shall be used when performance is satisfactory for the desired application to meet
VOC emission regulations.

Color 1 - Natural product color.

Color 2 - Black color. See 3.7.

See 6.4 for related product information.

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1.3 Safety - Hazardous Materials

While the materials, methods, applications, and processes described or referenced in this specification may involve use of
hazardous materials, this specification does not address the hazards that may be involved in such use. The product
manufacturer shall prepare Safety Data Sheets (SDS) in accordance with ANSI Z400.1/Z129.1 and abide by SDS
requirements to ensure familiarity with the safe and proper handling of hazardous materials used and take necessary
precautionary measures to ensure the health and safety of all personnel involved.

2. APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS

The following publications form a part of this document to the extent specified herein. The latest issue of SAE publications
shall apply. The applicable issue of other publications shall be the issue in effect on the date of the purchase order. In the
event of conflict between the text of this document and references cited herein, the text of this document takes precedence.
Nothing in this document, however, supersedes applicable laws and regulations unless a specific exemption has been
obtained.

2.1 SAE Publications

Available from SAE International, 400 Commonwealth Drive, Warrendale, PA 15096-0001, Tel: 877-606-7323 (inside USA
and Canada) or +1 724-776-4970 (outside USA), www.sae.org.

AMS1424 Fluid, Aircraft Deicing/Anti-Icing, SAE Type I

AMS-QQ-A-250/5 Aluminum Alloy Alclad 2024, Plate and Sheet

AMS-STD-595 Colors Used in Government Procurement

AS1701 Lubricant, Solid Film

AS5528 Lubricant Application, Solid Film, Heat Cured, Corrosion Inhibiting

AS9100 Quality Management Systems - Requirements for Aviation, Space, and Defense Organizations

2.2 AlA Publications

Available from Aerospace Industries Association, 1000 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 1700, Arlington, VA 22209-3928,
Tel: 703-358-1000, www.aia-aerospace.org.

NAS850 General Packaging Standard

NAS854 Hazardous Material Packaging and Safety Data Sheet Preparation

2.3 ANSI Publications

Copies of these documents are available online at https://webstore.ansi.org/.

ANSI Z400.1/Z129.1 Hazardous Workplace Chemicals - Hazardous Evaluation and Safety Data Sheet and
Precautionary Labeling Preparation

2.4 ASTM Publications

Available from ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, P.O. Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959,
Tel: 610-832-9585, www.astm.org.

ASTM A108 Standard Specification for Steel Bars, Carbon, Cold-Finish, Standard Quality

ASTM A167 Standard Specification for Stainless and Heat-Resisting Chromium-Nickel-Steel Plate, Sheet and Strip
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ASTM B117 Standard Practice for Operating Salt Spray (Fog) Test Apparatus

ASTM B244 Standard Test Method for Measurement of Thickness of Anodic Coatings on Aluminum and Other
Nonconductive Coatings on Nonmagnetic Basis Metals with Eddy Current Instruments

ASTM B499 Standard Test Method for Measurements of Coating Thicknesses by the Magnetic Method: Nonmagnetic
Coatings on Magnetic Basis Metals

ASTM D56 Standard Test Method for Flash Point by Tag Closed Tester

ASTM D1141 Standard Practice for Preparation of Substitute Ocean Water

ASTM D1193 Standard Specification for Reagent Water

ASTM D2510 Standard Test Method for Adhesion of Solid Film Lubricants

ASTM D2511 Standard Test Method for Thermal Shock Sensitivity of Solid Film Lubricants

ASTM D2625 Standard Test Method for Endurance (Wear) Life and Load-Carrying Capacity of Solid Film Lubricants
(Falex Pin on Vee Method)

ASTM D2649 Standard Test Method for Corrosion Characteristics of Solid Film Lubricants

ASTM D2832 Standard Guide for Determining Volatile and Nonvolatile Content of Paint and related Coatings

ASTM D3735 Standard Specification for VM&P Naphthas

ASTM D3960 Standard Practice for Determining Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) Content of Paints and Related
Coatings

ASTM D4017 Standard Test Method for Water in Paints and Paint Materials by Karl Fischer Method

ASTM D4457 Standard Test Methods for Determination of Dichloromethane and 1,1,1-Trichloroethane in Paints and
Coatings by Direct Injection into a Gas Chromatograph

ASTM D7091 Nondestructive Measurement of Dry Film Thickness of Nonmagnetic Coatings Applied to Ferrous Metals
and Nonmagnetic, Nonconductive Coatings Applied to Non-Ferrous Metals

ASTM E1252 Standard Practice for General Techniques for Obtaining Infrared Spectra for Qualitative Analysis

ASTM F22 Standard Test Method for Hydrophobic Surface Films by the Water-Break Test

2.5 ISO Publications

Copies of these documents are available online at https://webstore.ansi.org/.

ISO/IEC 17025 General Requirements for the Competence of Testing and Calibration Laboratories

2.6 OSHA Publications

Available from U.S. Department of Labor/OSHA, 200 Constitution Avenue, Washington, DC 20210, Tel: 800-321-6742,
www.osha.gov/pls/publications/pubindex.list.

HCS 29 CFR 1910.1200 Hazard Communication, Toxic and Hazardous Substances

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2.7 PRI Publications

Available from Performance Review Institute, 161 Thorn Hill Road, Warrendale, PA 15086-7527, Tel: 724-772-1616,
www.p-r-i.org.

PD2001 Qualified Product Management Council Procedures for Qualified Products Group

PRI-QPL-AS5272 Qualified Products List (QPL) of Products Qualified Under SAE Aerospace Specification
AS5272 - Lubricant, Solid Film, Heat Cured, Corrosion Inhibiting

2.8 U.S. Government Publications

Copies of these documents are available online at https://quicksearch.dla.mil.

FED-STD-791 Lubricants, Liquid Fuels, and Related Products, Testing Methods of

MIL-A-8625 Anodic Coatings, for Aluminum and Aluminum Alloys

MIL-C-81302 Cleaning, Compound, Solvent, Trichlorotrifluoroethane

MIL-DTL-16232 Phosphate Coatings, Heavy, Manganese or Zinc Base (for Ferrous Metals)

MIL-DTL-83133 Turbine Fuel, Aviation, Kerosene Types

MIL-L-46000 Lubricant, Semi-Fluid, (Automatic Weapon)

MIL-PRF-14107 Lubricating Oil, Weapons, Low Temperature

MIL-PRF-23699 Lubricating Oil, Aircraft Turbine Engine, Synthetic Base, NATO Code Number 0-156

MIL-PRF-372 Cleaning Compound, Solvent for Bore of Small Arms and Automatic Aircraft Weapons

MIL-PRF-46010 Lubricant, Solid Film, Heat Cured, Corrosion Inhibiting

MIL-PRF-63460 Lubricant, Cleaner and Preservative for Weapons and Weapon Systems

MIL-PRF-83282 Hydraulic Fluid, Fire Resistant, Synthetic Hydrocarbon Base, Metric, NATO Code Number H-537

MIL-T-81533 Trichloroethane 1,1,1, (Methyl Chloroform) Inhibited, Vapor Degreasing

VV-D-1078 Damping Fluid, Silicone Base (Dimethyl Polysiloxane)

3. REQUIREMENTS

3.1 Qualification

The lubricants furnished under this specification shall be products that are listed or approved on the applicable Qualified
Products List (QPL), PRI-QPL-AS5272. This QPL requirement shall be in effect on June 30, 2008. No change in product
formulation, raw material, basic methods of manufacturing, or plant site shall be made without notification and prior approval
from the Performance Review Institute (PRI). Requalification or testing and revised supplier designation may be required.
For all specified types (as defined in 1.2), users should verify product source availability in PRI-QPL-AS5272. Users and
suppliers seeking new approved product sources should contact PRI.

3.1.1 Manufacturer Qualification

A manufacturer producing a product in conformance to this procurement specification shall be accredited in accordance
with AS9100.
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3.1.2 Product Qualification

All lubricants shall conform to the requirements of this specification and shall be approved in accordance with the
requirements of PD2001, for listing in PRI-QPL-AS5272.

3.1.3 Qualification Testing

All qualification testing shall be conducted by a laboratory that is accredited per ISO/IEC 17025 with a relevant scope. If
qualification tests are performed at the manufacturer’s facility or at a test facility without ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation with
a relevant scope, the test shall be witnessed by a Qualified Products Group (QPG) member, designated QPG
representative, PRI auditor, or verified by OEM qualification test.

3.2 Materials

Component materials used in the manufacture of this lubricant shall consist essentially of finely powdered lubricating solids
dispersed in a suitable liquid binder. The lubricant shall contain no graphite, powdered metal, or ozone-depleting
substances. Recycled materials may be used provided the lubricant meets the requirements of the specification. The
lubricant shall be suitable for application by brushing, dipping, or spraying. The applied film for Type I shall be capable of
being cured within 60 minutes at 302 °F ± 27 °F (150 °C ± 15 °C). The applied film for Type II shall be capable of being
cured within 60 minutes at 400 °F ± 27 °F (204 °C ± 15 °C). The applied film for Type III shall be capable of being cured
within 60 minutes at 400 °F ± 27 °F (204 °C ± 15 °C) or within 120 minutes at 302 °F ± 27 °F (150 °C ± 15 °C) and be of
such a nature that it shall conform to the requirements of this specification when cured at either temperature. All reference
cure temperatures reflect the temperature that the part must obtain prior to the start of the cure cycle. Type III shall be a low
VOC material in accordance with 3.4.11. The contractor shall certify that if any carcinogenic or potentially carcinogenic
constituents are present as defined under the Hazard Communication Standards (HCS) 29 CFR 1910.1200, appropriate
warnings (refer to HCS 29 CFR 1910.1200) shall be included on the product label.

3.3 Film Appearance and Thickness

The bonded solid film lubricant, when examined as specified in 4.6.2, shall be uniform in color; smooth; and free from any
cracks, scratches to base metal, pinholes, blisters, bubbles, runs, sags, foreign matter, grit, rough particles, or separation
of ingredients. The average thickness, based on six readings minimum, of the cured film for all types shall be between
0.0003 inch (0.008 mm) and 0.0005 inch (0.013 mm), with no single reading less than 0.0002 inch (0.005 mm) or greater
than 0.0007 inch (0.018 mm).

3.4 Performance Characteristics

3.4.1 Film Adhesion

The bonded solid film lubricant, when tested as specified in Table 2, shall not be lifted to expose any bare metal surface. A
uniform deposit of powdery material clinging to the tape is acceptable.

3.4.2 Resistance to Fluids

The bonded solid film lubricant, when tested as specified in Table 2, after immersion in each of the fluids as specified in
Table 3, shall not be lifted by the tape to expose any bare metal surface, nor shall the solid film lubricant lift, blister, crack,
or peel. A uniform deposit of powdery material clinging to the tape is acceptable.

3.4.3 Thermal Stability

The thermal stability of the bonded solid film lubricant shall be such that, when tested as specified in Table 2, the film shall
not flake, crack, or lift and shall conform to the requirements for film adhesion (see 3.4.1).
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3.4.4 Endurance Wear Life

When tested in four trials in accordance with Table 2, the bonded solid film lubricant shall have an average endurance life
at 1000 lbf as follows:

Type I: 250 minutes with no single test less than 210 minutes.

Types II and III: 450 minutes with no single test less than 390 minutes.

3.4.5 Load Carrying Capacity

When tested in two trials in accordance with Table 2, the bonded solid film shall have the following average capacity:

Types I and III: 2500 lbf (11120 N) with no single test less than 2250 lbf (10000 N).

Type II: 2000 lbf (8900 N) with no single test less than 1750 lbf (7780 N).

3.4.6 Aluminum Corrosion Resistance (Types I and III)

When subjected to heat and humidity conditions as specified in 4.5, the bonded solid film lubricant on anodized aluminum
panels as specified in 4.5.2.1 shall not show or cause discoloration, pitting, formation of white deposits, or other evidence
of corrosion.

3.4.7 Sulfurous Acid-Salt Spray (Types I and III)

When applied to steel panels as specified in 4.5.2.2 and exposed to sulfurous acid-salt spray in accordance with Table 2,
there shall be no resultant pitting, visible corrosion, or staining.

3.4.8 Salt-Spray (Fog) Test (Types II and III)

The lubricant, after being applied to steel panels as specified in 4.5.2.2, shall show no more than three rust spots per panel,
none greater than 0.039 inch (1.0 mm) in diameter after 100 hours exposure to a 5% salt-spray solution in a salt-fog cabinet
in accordance with ASTM B117 and Table 2.

3.4.9 Solids Content

The lubricant shall contain not less than 40% by weight when tested as specified in 4.6.3.

3.4.10 Storage Stability

The fluid lubricant, after a minimum storage period as specified in 4.6.4, shall conform to the requirements for endurance
life (see 3.4.4) and the sulfurous acid-salt spray (see 3.4.7) for Types I and III or the salt-spray (fog) test (see 3.4.8) for
Types II and III when tested as specified in 4.6.

3.4.11 Volatile Organic Compound (Type III)

The lubricant shall contain no more than 250 g/L of volatile organic content when tested as specified in 4.6.5.

3.5 Toxicity

The lubricant shall have no adverse effects on human health when it is used as intended. Questions on toxicology shall be
referred by the procuring activity to the appropriate departmental medical service after consulting the qualifying activity. An
SDS shall be submitted as specified in 1.3.

3.6 Application - Manufactured Parts

The lubricant shall be applied in accordance with AS5528, unless otherwise specified by the purchaser.
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3.7 Color (Type III)

The lubricant supplied in Color 2 shall closely match color No. 37038 of AMS-STD-595 but shall not be lighter than gray
No. 36076 of AMS-STD-595.

3.8 Restricted Materials (Type III)

The lubricant shall not contain lead, lead-containing compounds, graphite, powdered metal, or ozone-depleting substances
in either liquid or cured form (see 4.6.1).

3.9 Chemical Characterization Analysis

The lubricant shall be subject to chemical characterization in accordance with 4.7.

4. QUALITY ASSURANCE PROVISIONS

4.1 Responsibility for Inspection

The manufacturer is responsible for performing all inspection requirements as specified herein. Except as otherwise
specified in the contract or purchase order, and unless disapproved by the purchaser, the manufacturer’s own or any other
facilities suitable for the performance of the inspection requirements specified herein may be used. The procuring activity
reserves the right to perform any of the inspections set forth in this specification where such inspections are deemed
necessary to assure supplies and services conform to the prescribed requirements.

4.1.1 Responsibility for Compliance

All items shall meet all requirements of Sections 3 and 5. The inspection set forth in this specification shall become part of
the manufacturer’s overall inspection system or quality program. The absence of any inspection requirements in this
specification shall not relieve the manufacturer of the responsibility of assuring that all products or supplies submitted to the
procuring activity for acceptance comply with all requirements of the contract or purchase order. Sampling in quality
conformance does not authorize submission of known defective material, either indicated or actual, nor does it commit the
procuring activity to acceptance of defective material.

4.2 Classification of Inspections

The inspections specified herein are classified as follows:

a. Qualification inspection (see 4.3).

b. Quality conformance inspection (see 4.4).

4.3 Qualification Inspection

The qualification inspection performed by the qualification laboratory and/or as noted in 3.1.3 shall consist of approval of
the manufacturer’s submitted report, subjecting the qualification sample (see 4.3.1) to examination, and testing for all the
requirements of this specification.
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4.3.1 Qualification Samples

The qualification samples shall consist of 4 quarts (4 L) of lubricant from one batch and two copies of the supplier’s report
for the product for which qualification is desired. The report shall show the product inspection results for all the requirements
of this specification and shall refer specifically to the applicable paragraphs in the specification. The samples, reports, and
SDS (see 1.3) for the product shall be forwarded in accordance with Section 5.

Sample for qualification inspection

Lubricant, solid film, heat cured, corrosion inhibiting, Type I, Type II, or Type III, as applicable
Name of manufacturer
Product code/batch number
Date of manufacture
Copy of the Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) analysis report (see 4.7)
Submitted by (name) (date) for qualification inspection in accordance with AS5272, including revision letter, under
authorization of (reference authorizing letter)

4.3.2 Retention of Qualification

In order to retain qualification of a product approved for listing on the QPL, the manufacturer shall verify by certification to
PRI that the manufacturer’s product complies with the requirements of this specification. The time of periodic verification by
certification shall be in 5-year intervals from the date of original qualification. PRI, in conjunction with the QPG, reserves the
right to reexamine the qualified product whenever deemed necessary to determine that the product continues to meet any
or all of the specification requirements.

4.4 Quality Conformance Inspection

The quality conformance inspection shall consist of inspection of samples for tests (see 4.4.2) for all of the tests specified
in Table 2, except for resistance to fluids (see 3.4.2), thermal stability (see 3.4.3), aluminum corrosion resistance (see 3.4.6),
storage stability (see 3.4.10), chemical characterization analysis (see 3.9), and inspection of samples of filled containers
(see 4.4.3) for compliance to Section 5. Samples shall be labeled completely with information identifying the purpose of the
sample, name of the product, specification number, batch number, date of sampling, and contract or purchase number.

4.4.1 Batch

A batch is defined as the end product of all the raw materials mixed or blended in a single operation.

4.4.2 Samples for Tests

The sample for test shall consist of four separate quarts (liters) of lubricant selected at random from each batch of lubricant.
The lot shall be unacceptable if a sample fails to meet any of the test requirements specified.

4.4.3 Sample for Examination of Filled Containers

A random sample of filled containers shall be selected from each batch of lubricant in accordance with Table 1. Acceptance
quality shall be based on zero defectives.
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Table 1 - Sample size

Batch Size (No. of Containers) Sample Size (No. of Containers)

1 1
2 to 8 2
9 to 15 3
16 to 25 5
26 to 50 8
51 to 90 13
91 to 150 20
151 to 280 32
281 to 500 50
501 to 1200 80

4.5 Inspection Conditions

4.5.1 Atmospheric Conditions

Unless otherwise specified, all examinations and tests shall be performed at a temperature of 77 °F ± 5 °F (25 °C ± 3 °C)
and at a relative humidity between 30 and 70%.

4.5.2 Preparation of Test Panels

4.5.2.1 Preparation of and Application to Test Panels for Types I and III Solid Film Lubricant (Aluminum and CRES)

The panels shall be made from aluminum alloy conforming to AMS-QQ-A-250/5, condition T3, T6X, or T8XX, anodized to
conform to MIL-A-8625, Type II sulfuric acid anodize, and measuring approximately 0.020 inch (0.05 cm) by 3.00 inch
(7.6 cm) by 6.00 inch (15.2 cm); and corrosion-resistant steel conforming to ASTM A167 and measuring approximately
0.035 inch (0.09 cm) by 3.00 inch (7.6 cm) by 6.00 inch (15.2 cm). The panels shall be pre-cleaned with aliphatic naphtha
conforming to ASTM D3735 that sufficiently cleans surfaces to pass ASTM F22. This cleaner shall not cause damage (i.e.,
pitting, etching, etc.) to the surface being cleaned. The corrosion-resistant steel panels shall have both faces and all edges
grit-blasted with 180- to 220-grit aluminum oxide. Only one side of each panel shall be fully coated, except for two of the
anodized aluminum panels, which shall have the lubricant applied to a 1.00-inch (2.54-cm) wide strip to enable
measurement of the film thickness. A spray application technique shall be used to coat the panel for the tests specified
herein. The solid film lubricant average thickness, based on six readings minimum, after cure, shall be 0.0003 inch
(0.008 mm) to 0.0005 inch (0.013 mm), with no single reading less than 0.0002 inch (0.005 mm) or greater than 0.0007 inch
(0.018 mm). Three coats shall be the maximum number required to obtain the desired film thickness. Air drying at
77 °F ± 5 °F (25 °C ± 3 °C) for 10 minutes between coats is allowed. After the final coat has been applied, the coated
specimens shall be allowed to air dry for 30 minutes minimum for Type I and 60 minutes minimum for Type III; a flash cure
at 149 to 174 °F (65 to 79 °C) for 10 to 30 minutes until dry to the touch is also permitted. The coated specimens shall then
be placed in an air circulating oven at 302 °F ± 27 °F (150 °C ± 15 °C) for 1 hour for Type I or 2 hours for Type III. The
coated specimens shall be removed from the oven and allowed to cool to room temperature. At least two test panel
specimens shall be used in each test method. A total of 30 aluminum panels and two corrosion-resistant steel panels are
required for testing in accordance with performance requirements of this specification.
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4.5.2.2 Preparation of and Application to Test Specimens for Types I, II, and III Solid Film Lubricant (Steel)

The steel panels shall be approximately 0.126 inch (0.32 cm) by 3.00 inch (7.6 cm) by 6.00 inch (15.2 cm) conforming to
ASTM A108. The panels shall be pre-cleaned with aliphatic naphtha conforming to ASTM D3735 that sufficiently cleans
surfaces to pass ASTM F22. This cleaner shall not cause damage (i.e., hydrogen embrittlement, etc.) to the surface being
cleaned. The steel panels shall have both faces and all edges grit-blasted with 180- to 220-grit aluminum oxide. Phosphate
the panels, weight should be 11 to 22 g/m2, in accordance with MIL-DTL-16232, using ASTM B499 or ASTM D7091 to
measure the thickness of the phosphated panels. The steel panels shall be dipped or sprayed to the same thickness as
specified for the aluminum panels (see 4.5.2.1). After air drying 30 minutes minimum for Types I and II or 60 minutes
minimum for Type III, a flash cure at 149 to 174 °F (65 to 79 °C) for 10 to 30 minutes until dry to the touch is also permitted.
Bake the panels in an air circulating oven at 302 °F ± 27 °F (150 °C ± 15 °C) for Type I or 400 °F ± 27 °F (204 °C ± 15 °C)
for Types II and III for 1 hour. The coated specimens shall be removed from the oven and allowed to cool to room
temperature. At least two test panels shall be used in each test method. A total of two steel panels and six sets of pins and
V-blocks (see 3.4.4 and 3.4.5) are required for testing in accordance with the performance requirements of this specification.

4.6 Methods of Inspection

Methods of inspection shall be in accordance with Table 2 and 4.6.1 through 4.6.5.

4.6.1 Restricted Materials (Type III)

The contractor shall submit for PRI approval certification that no graphite, powdered metal, lead or lead-containing
compounds, or ozone-depleting substances are present in the product furnished under this specification.

4.6.2 Film Appearance and Thickness

The bonded solid film lubricant specimens shall be examined visually and microscopically at magnification of 12X to 15X
for uniformity in color, smoothness, evidence of cracks, scratches, pinholes, blisters, bubbles, runs, sags, foreign matter,
grit, rough particles, and separation of ingredients. Film thickness shall be in accordance with Table 2.

4.6.3 Solids Content

Stir the lubricant thoroughly and weigh 5.0 g ± 0.5 g into a disposable weighing dish (Fisher Scientific catalog number 08 to
732, or equivalent). Place the dish and contents into a forced draft oven maintained at a temperature of 120 °F ± 5 °F
(49 °C ± 3 °C) for 18 hours ± 1 hour. Remove from the oven and place in a desiccator. Raise the temperature of the oven
to 400 °F ± 5 °F (204 °C ± 3 °C) and replace the dish with residue into a 400 °F ± 5 °F (204 °C ± 3 °C) oven for 1 additional
hour. Remove the dish and contents and cool in a desiccator. When cool, weigh the dish and contents. Calculate percent
by weight of solids in fluid lubricant as shown in Equation 1:

Weight of solid materials (grams )

Percent total solids = × 100 (Eq. 1)
Weight of sample (grams )
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Table 2 - Quality performance inspection tests

Test Methods Test Methods Requirement

Characteristic Government ASTM Paragraph
Film Thickness(1) 3.3
Aluminum D7091or B244
Steel D7091or B499
Film Adhesion D2510(7) Procedure A 3.4.1
Resistant to Fluids(2) D2510(7) Procedure C 3.4.2
Thermal Stability(3) D2511 3.4.3
Endurance Wear Life(4) D2625(7) Procedure A 3.4.4
Load Carrying Capacity(4) D2625(7) Procedure B 3.4.5
Aluminum Corrosion(5) D2649 3.4.6
Sulfurous Acid/Salt Fog(6) FED-STD-791(7) 3.4.7
Salt Spray (Fog)(5) B117 3.4.8
Solid Content (see 4.6.3) 3.4.9
Storage Stability FED-STD-791(7) 3.4.10
Volatile Organic D3960, D2832 3.4.11
Compound Content D4017, D4457
Chemical Characterization E1252 (see 4.7) 3.9
Analysis
(1) Film thickness is determined after panels are prepared in accordance with 4.5.2.1 and 4.5.2.2.
(2) Test fluids shall be in accordance with Table 3.
(3) Any condensation shall be removed with clean, dry compressed air. The dried panel shall then be

subjected to the film adhesion test.

(4) The surface of test pins and V-blocks shall be grit-blasted using 180- to 220-grit aluminum oxide to a

surface roughness of 50 to 60 rms. The surface shall then be cleaned and pretreated with
phosphate in accordance with MIL-DTL-16232, Type Z or Type M, Class 3 with a weight of
11 to 22 g/m2.
(5) All lubricant film thicknesses must conform to 3.3 when prepared in accordance with 4.5.2 before

placing in salt-fog cabinet in accordance with ASTM B117.

(6) The panels shall be subjected to four cycles. Each cycle shall consist of 2 hours spray time and

24 hours drying time before inspection.

(7) When performing ASTM D2510, ASTM D2625, or FED-STD-791 test methods, use aliphatic

naphtha conforming to ASTM D3735 followed by acetone or any environmentally safe cleaner that
sufficiently cleans surfaces to pass ASTM F22. (MIL-C-81302, Trichlorotrifluoroethane, or
MIL-T-81533, 1,1,1-Trichloroethane are not acceptable cleaners for testing or production.)
NOTE: The cleaner used becomes part of the supplier’s process, and no change shall be made without
notification and prior approval from the responsible QPL agency.

Table 3 - Test fluids

Test Fluids Specification

Deicing/Anti-Icing Fluid AMS1424
Cleaning Compound, Solvent for Bore of Small Arms and MIL-PRF-372
Automatic Weapons
Reagent Water ASTM D1193, Type III
Substitute Ocean Water ASTM D1141, Vol. 31
Hydraulic Fluid, Fire Resistant, Synthetic MIL-PRF-83282
Hydrocarbon Base
Turbine Fuel, Aviation, Kerosene Types MIL-DTL-83133, JP-8
Lubricating Oil, Aircraft Turbine Engine, Synthetic Base MIL-PRF-23699
Damping Fluid, Silicone Base (Dimethyl Polysiloxane) VV-D-1078
Lubricating Oil, Weapons, Low Temperature MIL-PRF-14107
Lubricant, Semi-Fluid (Automatic Weapons) MIL-L-46000
Lubricant, Cleaner and Preservative for Weapons and MIL-PRF-63460
Weapon Systems
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4.6.4 Storage Stability

Set aside a 1-quart qualification sample in a storage area maintained at 77 °F ± 5 °F (25 °C ± 3 °C) for a period of
1 year ± 7 days. At the end of the storage period, determine the endurance life (see 3.4.4) of the cured lubricant film, the
sulfurous acid-salt spray (see 3.4.7) for Types I and III, and the salt-spray (fog) test (see 3.4.8) for Types II and III.

4.6.5 Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) Content (Type III)

The VOC content shall be determined in accordance with ASTM D3960; determine the non-volatile content in accordance
with ASTM D2832; determine the water content in accordance with ASTM D4017; and determine the exempt solvents in
accordance with ASTM D4457.

4.6.6 Examination of Filled Containers

Each filled container selected in accordance with 4.4.3 shall be examined for defects of the container and the closure for
evidence of leakage and for unsatisfactory markings. Each sample container shall also be weighed to determine the amount
of the contents. If the number of defective containers in any sample exceeds the acceptance number for the appropriate
sampling plan, see Table 1; failure of the lot shall be indicated.

4.6.7 Safety Data Sheet (SDS)

An SDS conforming to ANSI Z400.1/Z129.1 is required for the product at the time of qualification.

4.7 Chemical Characterization Analysis

Chemical characterization by FTIR analysis shall be performed in accordance with ASTM E1252 except as noted: Extract
a sample of the solid film lubricant with reagent-grade acetone at room temperature. Place a few drops of this solution on a
salt block. Allow the acetone to evaporate. The resin film should be of such thickness as to give transmittance of 10 to 30%
with the strongest absorbing peak. If the supplier cannot perform the test, then the test shall be conducted by a
QPG-approved laboratory. Results from the supplier’s initial batch (qualification baseline) shall be submitted to PRI and the
responsible QPG group (see 4.3.1).

4.8 Rejection Batches

If a production batch is rejected, the manufacturer shall perform corrective action to screen out or rework the defective batch
and resubmit for acceptance tests inspection as in Table 2 or scrap the entire batch. Resubmitted batches shall be clearly
identified as reinspected batches.

5. PREPARATION FOR DELIVERY

5.1 Packaging, Packing, and Marking

The lubricant shall be packaged, packed, and marked in accordance with NAS850 and NAS854 except as noted. Unless
otherwise specified, type and size of container is the manufacturer’s option.

5.2 Precautionary Marking

In addition to the marking specified in 5.1, the individual container(s) and shipping container(s) shall be marked to show the
date of manufacture, recommended conditions for storage, and flash point by ASTM D56. The marking shall include the
following information:

a. WARNING: Do not use this lubricant in food processing or food handling equipment or on surfaces that may
contact foods.

b. WARNING: Use only in a well-ventilated area or in a hood where no flames or other ignition sources are present.

c. NOTE: Use this lubricant no later than 12 months from date of manufacture.
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5.3 Additional Marking

The individual containers shall be marked with the following instructions:

a. Degrease and clean component parts thoroughly in accordance with AS5528.

b. Nominal thickness shall be 0.0004 inch (0.01 mm) with no reading less than 0.0002 inch (0.005 mm) or greater than
0.0007 inch (0.018 mm).

6. USE LIMITATIONS

This lubricant should not be used under the following conditions:

a. On materials that may be adversely affected by the curing temperatures of 302 °F (150 °C) for Types I and III lubricants
or 400 °F (204 °C) for Types II and III lubricants.

b. Where there is a potential contact with liquid oxygen.

c. As noted in 5.2.

6.1 Corrosion Protection Life

Lubricants produced to the requirements of this specification, when under static conditions, can be expected to provide
corrosion protection for 5 years in indoor storage and approximately 2 years in outdoor storage when lubrication is applied
over phosphated steel to a thickness of 0.0005 inch (0.013 mm).

6.2 End Item Testing

When possible, it is recommended that film thickness and adhesion be tested when lubricant has been applied to an end
item. Testing with laboratory coupons and test panels may not fully support lubrication performance when applied to the
actual end item.

6.3 Disposal

Place in non-leaking containers and dispose of containers in accordance with the latest EPA, state, and local regulations.

6.4 Related Product Information

AS5272, Types I and II were created (technically equivalent) as industry replacements for military lubricants MIL-L-46010,
Types I and II, respectively, and noted in MIL-L-0046010E, dated April 11, 1997. AS5272, Type III was created by SAE as
an alternative to MIL-PRF-46010F, dated August 10, 2000 (originally designated MIL-L-46010, Type III). AS5272, Type III
is technically equivalent to MIL-PRF-46010.

7. ACKNOWLEDGMENT

A manufacturer shall mention this specification number in all quotations when acknowledging contract or purchase orders.

8. REJECTIONS

Lubricants not conforming to this specification shall be subject to rejection.

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9. NOTES

9.1 Revision Indicator

A change bar (I) located in the left margin is for the convenience of the user in locating areas where technical revisions, not
editorial changes, have been made to the previous issue of this document. An (R) symbol to the left of the document title
indicates a complete revision of the document, including technical revisions. Change bars and (R) are not used in original
publications, nor in documents that contain editorial changes only.

PREPARED BY SAE E-25 GENERAL STANDARDS FOR AEROSPACE AND PROPULSION SYSTEMS