AMS-C-22587

AEROSPACE
MATERIAL Issued JUN 1999
400 Commonwealth Drive, Warrendale, PA 15096-0001
SPECIFICATION

Cartridges, Grease, 14 Ounce

(for Cartridge-Type Grease Gun)
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NOTICE

This document has been taken directly from U.S. Military Specification MIL-C-22587B and contains only
minor editorial and format changes required to bring it into conformance with the publishing
requirements of SAE technical standards. The initial release of this document is intended to replace
MIL-C-22587B. Any part numbers established by the original specification remain unchanged.

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1. SCOPE:

1.1 Scope:

This specification covers 14 ounce capacity grease cartridges. They are designed for use with
cartridge-type grease guns conforming to MIL-G-3859.

1.2 Classification:

1.2.1 Types: The 14 ounce capacity grease cartridges shall be of the following types:

Type I - Petroleum and synthetic type grease cartridge.

Type II - Petroleum type grease cartridge.

2. APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS:

The following publications, of the issue in effect on date of invitation for bids or request for proposals,
form a part of this specification to the extent specified herein.

2.1 U.S. Government Publications:

Available from DODSSP, Subscription Services Desk, Building 4D, 700 Robbins Avenue,
Philadelphia, PA 19111-5094.

MIL-G-3859 Grease Guns, Hand-Operated, Lever, Push and Screw Type

MIL-G-10924 Grease, Automotive and Artillery
MIL-G-23827 Grease, Aircraft and Instrument, Gear and Actuator Screw
MIL-G-25013 Grease, Aircraft, Ball and Roller Bearing

MIL-STD-105 Sampling Procedures and Tables for Inspection by Attributes

MIL-STD-290 Packaging of Petroleum and Related Products
MIL-STD-889 Dissimilar Metals
MIL-STD-1188 Commercial Packaging of Supplies and Equipment

2.2 ANSI Publications:

Available from ANSI, 11 West 42nd Street, New York, NY 10036-8002.

ANSI MH3.3 201.5 x 904.5 Grease Cartridge

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2.3 ASTM Publications:

Available from ASTM, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959.

ASTM D 128 Analysis of Lubricating Grease

ASTM E 168 General Techniques of Infrared Quantitative Analysis
ASTM E 311 Sampling and Sample Preparation Technique in Spectrochemical Analysis
ASTM E 334 General Techniques of Infrared Microanalysis

2.4 Order of precedence:

In the event of a conflict between the text of this specificatioin and the references cited herein, the
text of this specification shall take precedence.

3. REQUIREMENT:

3.1 Qualification:

Grease cartridges furnished under this specification shall be products which are qualified for listing
on the applicable qualified products list at the time set for opening of bids (see 4.3 and 6.5).

3.2 Materials:

Materials used shall conform to the applicable specifications and as specified herein. Materials
which are not covered by applicable specifications or which are not specifically described herein,
shall be of the best quality, of the lightest practicable weight, and suitable for the purpose intended.
Materials shall be free from defects and imperfections that will affect the serviceability of the grease
cartridges. Metals when used shall be coated, plated or corrosion-resistant type and shall resist
corrosion for normal service life. Unless suitably protected against electrolytic corrosion, dissimilar
metals as defined and classified in MIL-STD-889, shall not be used in intimate contact.

3.3 Design and construction:

The grease cartridges shall have a nominal capacaity of 14 ounces by weight and shall be designed
for use with a grease gun conforming to MIL-G-3859. Suitable end closures which are removable
without the use of hand toolsl shall be provided and shall be removable without damage to the
cartridge that would inhibit usage. If gaskets are used, they must be attached positively to the
removable caps.

3.4 Physical measurement:

The dimensions and tolerances of the grease cartridges are given in ANSI MH3.3.

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3.5 Performance:

The cartridges shall conform to the requirements of Table I (see 4.6).

TABLE I. Performance requirements.

3.5.1 Type I cartridge: Type I cartridges shall perform satisfactorily when filled with either petroleum or
synthetic type grease. The inner liner shall resist the affects of both petroleum and synthetic type
greases.

3.5.2 Type II cartridge: Type II cartridges shall perform satisfactorily when filled with petroleum type
grease. The inner liner shall resist the affects of petroleum type greases.

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3.6 Workmanship:

The grease cartridges shall be uniform in quality and shall be free from irregularities or defects which
would adversely affect serviceability.

4. QUALITY ASSURANCE PROVISIONS:

4.1 Responsibility for inspection:

Unless otherwise specified in the contract or purchase order, the contractor is responsible for the
performance of all inspection requirements as specified herein. Except as otherwise specified in the
contract or purchase order, the contractor may use his own or any other facilities suitable for the
performance of the inspection requirements specified herein, unless disapproved by the
Government. The Government reserves the right to perform any of the inspections set forth in the
specification where such inspections are deemed necessary to assure supplies and services
conform to prescribed requirements.

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 tests of the grease cartridges shall consist of all the examinations and
tests of this specification.

4.3.1 Qualification sample: Qualification test samples shall consist of eighteen grease cartridges which
have been produced by the contractor using the same production process, procedures, and
equipment as will be used in fulfilling the contract. Samples shall be forwarded to the Commander,
Naval Air Development Center, Warminster, PA 18974, marked Attention: Aircraft and Crew
Systems Technology Directorate (Code 60612). Samples shall be identified by securely attached
durable tags marked with the following information:

Grease Cartridge
TYPE
Qualification samples
Name of manufacturer (plant in which manufactured)
Manufacturer’s designation
Date of manufacture

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4.3.2 Retention of qualification: The retention of qualification of products approved for listing on the
Qualified Products List (QPL) shall be maintained by periodic verification to determine compliance
of the qualified product with the requirements of this specification. Unless otherwise specified by
the activity responsible for the Qualified Products List, periodic verification shall be by certification
and such certification shall be at intervals of not more than two years.

4.4 Quality conformance inspection:

Quality conformance inspection shall consist of a visual examination to determine compliance with
the materials, design and construction, and workmanship requirements of the specification. Quality
conformance inspection shall also include the operation and grease retention after operation tests of
Table I and the physical measurement test of 4.6.1.

4.4.1 Certification: The manufacturer shall certify that there has been no manufacturing or process
change from that which resulted in the production of the qualification samples (see 6.4).

4.4.2 Inspection lot size: Unless otherwise specified, a lot shall consist of all the grease cartridges of one
type fabricated from the same materials by the same manufacturing process and submitted for
inspectioin at one time as part of one contract or order.

4.4.2.1 Sampling and inspection procedures: A random sample of cartridges shall be selected from each
inspection lot in accordance with MIL-STD-105. The sample size shall be based on the
applicable sample size code letter using Table IIIA, Inspection level II.

4.4.2.1.1 Classification of defects: Defects found during inspection shall be classified as follows:

Major Defects

(AQL shall be 4.0 percent defective)

101. Overall dimensions not within specified tolerances.

102. Defective component parts which affect operation.
103. Omission of a component part.
104. Defective cartridge inner liner.
105. Binding of the grease gun or separation of the interior plies.
106. Grease retention of more than 5.0 percent of original weight after operation.

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4.4.2.1.1 (Continued):

Minor Defects

(AQL shall be 10.0 percent defective)

201 Improper fit of end closures.

202. Identification markings not as specified.
203. Packaging not as specified.
204. Packing not as specified.
205. Marking illegible or not as specified.

4.5 Test conditions and equipment:

4.5.1 Standard atmospheric conditions: Unless otherwise specified tests shall be conducted at standard
atmospheric pressure and an ambient temperature between 60° and 90°F.

4.5.2 Equipment: The equipment used for the tests shall be a 14 ounce capacity grease gun conforming
to the requirements of MIL-G-3859.

4.6 Test methods:

4.6.1 Physical measurement: Measure and record the height, diameter over the seam end, body outside
diameter, and overall height (see 3.4).

4.6.2 Operation and grease retention: Weigh and record the weight of two empty cartridges. Fill the two
cartridges with 14 ounces of grease. A synthetic type grease shall be used for Type I cartridges
and a petroleum type grease shall be used for Type II cartridges. Weigh the filled cartridge. Load
one filled grease cartridge into a grease gun conforming to the requirements of specification
MIL-G-3859. The gun shall be operated to remove air and to fill the head, extension and hydraulic
coupler with grease. The cartridge shall be removed, and the exterior surface of the coupler shall
be wiped clean. Reload the gun with the second full cartridge. Operate the gun in a normal
manner to dispense a full charge of grease into a tared container. While operating the gun observe
evidence of binding or difficulty of operation. When the gun will no longer dispense grease, the
weight of the grease shall be determined and the percent of grease retention after operation shall
be calculated. The cartridge shall be removed from the gun and shall be examined for damage to
the inner liner or separation of the plies or other visible damage (see 3.5).

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4.6.3 Storage test: The storage test shall be conducted on the particular type of cartridge to be furnished
for the contract or order as follows:

a. Seven Type I cartridges shall be weighed individually and recorded. Two each shall be filled
with greases conforming to the requirements of MIL-G-10924, MIL-G-23827, and MIL-G-25013
respectively, weighed and recorded. One empty cartridge shall be used as a control blank.

b. Three Type II cartridges shall be weighed individually and recorded. Two shall be filled with
grease conforming to MIL-G-10924, weighed and recorded. One empty cartridge shall be used
as a control blank.

4.6.3.1 Storage test procedure: Each applicable group of two filled cartridges with end closures affixed,
shall be placed in weighed 250 cc beakers, with one of the filled cartridges in an inverted position
with respect to the other filled cartridge, and stored for 6 months at a temperature of 158° ± 2°F.
The empty control blank shall be placed in a weighed 250 cc beaker and shall be stored along
with the filled cartridges for the specified time. At the conclusion of the storage period, the
cartridges shall be removed from the beakers and examined for evidence of swelling, any
indication of deformation or deterioration, and any displacement or corrosion of end closure. Oil
leakage shall be determined by weighing the beaker before and after the storage test and
calculating the percent of leakage. The cartridges shall then be subjected to the operation test of
4.6.2. After the operation test the cartridges and grease will be retained for the compatibility tests
(see 3.5).

4.6.4 Compatibility:

4.6.4.1 Cartridge absorption of grease constituents: One each of the cartridge pairs used in the storage
test (4.6.3) shall be utilized for this test. A portion of the cartridge material weighing
approximately 2 grams shall be cut from each cartridge, wiped free of grease with a clean, dry
cloth and weighed to the nearest 0.1 milligram. A like sample shall be cut from the control blank.
The inner liner and plies shall be examined for evidence of swelling, separation of plies or other
visible damage. Each sample shall be extracted three times with 50 cc portions of grease
solvent. The three extracts of each sample of the filled cartridges shall be combined and the
solvent evaporated in a tared container. The control blank shall also be extracted separately and
the solvent evaporated in a tared container. Each residue shall be dried for 30 minutes in an
oven maintained at 212° ± 5°F, cooled and weighed to 0.1 milligram. A blank determination shall
be made using a portion of a cartridge which has not contained grease. The weight of residue
obtained from the sample blank shall be subtracted from the weight of residue obtained from
each extracted sample. Based on the original weight of the grease contained in the cartridge and
the weight of the cartridge empty (with end closures removed) calculate the percentage of grease
constituents absorbed by the cartridge material (see 3.5).

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4.6.4.2 Grease contamination by cartridge constituents: One sample of each type grease discharged at
the completion of the storage test (4.6.3) shall be examined for contamination from the cartridge
constituents by analysis and comparing it to an applicable grease blank. Thisi can be done by
test methods ASTM E 168, or ASTM E 334, or ASTM D 128. ASTM E 311 may be used for
sampling and preparation technique.

5. PACKAGING:

5.1 Empty cartridges:

Packaging, packing and marking of empty cartridges shall be in accordance with MIL-STD-1188.

5.2 Filled cartridges:

When cartridges conforming to the requirements of this specification are to be furnished filled, the
acquiring agency shall specify the specific grease to be furnished (see 6.2). Packaging, packing and
marking of filled cartridges shall be in accordance with MIL-STD-290 in the levels and quantities
specified by the acquiring activity.

6. NOTES:

6.1 Intended use:

The cartridges covered by this specification are intended for use in packaging greases for dispensing
by cartridge type grease guns conforming to MIL-G-3859.

6.2 Ordering data:

Acquiring documents should specify the following:

a. Title, number, and date of this specification.

b. Quantity and type of grease cartridges desired and specification number of the grease for which
intended.
c. Level of packaging (for filled cartridges).
d. Level of packing (for filled cartridges).
e. Special marking required.
f. If cartridges are to be filled, specify the specific grease to be furnished (5.2).

6.3 Definition:

6.3.1 Grease cartridges: This term refers to an unfilled cartridge unless otherwise specified.

6.3.2 Grease blank: This term refers to a sample of grease used to fill the cartridge.

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6.4 Supplied cartridges:

It is understood that the grease cartridges supplied under contract shall be identical in every respect
to the samples tested and found satisfactory except for changes previously approved by the
acquiring activity. Any unapproved changes from the qualification sample shall constitute cause for
rejection.

6.5 Qualification:

With respect to products requiring qualification, awards will be made only for products which are, at
the time set for opening of bids, qualified for inclusion in the Qualified Products List 22587 whether or
not such products have actually been so listed by that date. The attention of the contractors is called
to these requirements and manufacturers are urged to ararnge to have the products that they
propose to offer to the Federal Government tested for qualification in order that they may be eligible
to be awarded contracts or purchase orders for the products covered by this specification. The
activity responsible for the Qualified Products List is the Naval Air Systems Command, Department
of the Navy, Washington, DC 20360; however, information pertaining to qualification of products may
be obtained from the Naval Air Development Center, Warminster, Pennsylvania 18794, marked
Attention: Aircraft and Crew Systems Technology Directorate (Code 60612).

6.6 This paragraph was deleted as it did not pertain to the converted SAE document.

PREPARED UNDER THE JURISDICTION OF AMS COMMITTEE “M”

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