MEASUREMENT AND CONTROL OF MOISTURE IN MOLDED EXPANDABLE POLYSTYRENE

Abstract

Two methods, solvent extraction and Karl Fischer, were investigated as means of measuring the moisture content of molded expandable polystyrene for use in Army Ordnance ammunition packaging. Both methods were satisfactory and gave results which were in agreement. The maximum allowable moisture content for molded expandable polystyrene was established. This moisture content is recommended for adoption in packing drawings and purchase specifications. A small sample inspection plan from MIL-STD-105B is also recommended for adoption.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Sep 01, 1962
Accession Number
AD0285062

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  • Peter J. Mihalik

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  • Picatinny Arsenal

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DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Carbon Tetrachloride
  • Dielectric Polymers
  • Government Procurement
  • Material Degradation Processes
  • Materials
  • Materials Laboratories
  • Materials Processing
  • Materials Testing
  • Moisture Content
  • Munitions
  • Ordnance Laboratories
  • Organic Materials
  • Packaging
  • Plastics
  • Solvent Extraction
  • Test Methods
  • Weapons

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