MIL-PRF-46108C
2.4 Order of precedence. In the event of a conflict between the text of this document and the 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.
3. REQUIREMENTS
3.1 Pre-production. When specified by the procuring activity (see 6.2), a pre-production sample shall be
required. The pre-production sample shall conform to all requirements in this specification.
3.1.1 First article. When specified in the contract or purchase order, a sample shall be subjected to first article
inspection (see 4.2.2 and 6.2).
3.2 Design. Design criteria shall be dependent on the end use of the material. The size, shape, weight, thickness,
and material composition shall be dependent upon the item being fabricated, and the threat described for that
item or system.
3.2.1 Construction. The contractor shall select the methodology of construction, provided these methods are
capable of yielding uniform and reproducible properties in the completed structure.
3.2.2 Materials. Unless otherwise specified (see 6.2), the contractor shall select the materials, but the materials
shall be capable of meeting all of the operational and environmental requirements when tested in accordance with
the methods specified in this document.
3.2.3 Glass. Glass used in transparent armor construction shall be as specified by the procuring activity (see 6.2).
Consult MIL-HDBK-722 for guidance, and glass requirements shall be as specified in ASTM C1036.
3.2.4 Spall resistant ply. If a spall resistant inner ply is required it shall be as specified in 6.2.
3.2.5 Size and shape. The size and shape of the transparent armor shall be as specified by the procuring activity
(see 6.2). Transparent armor may be flat or curved and special sizes and shapes may also be designed to meet
specific needs.
3.2.6 Edgework. For handling purposes flares shall be ground, glass edges shall have a light seam. All edges
shall be sealed for protection against environmental degradation.
3.3 Areal density. The armor shall be of the minimum areal density consistent with the ballistic protection
requirements as specified by the procuring activity (see 6.2).
3.4 Ballistic limit. The ballistic limit of transparent armor used in military weapon systems shall be as specified in
the contract or detailed specification for the particular weapon system. These ballistic limits shall be driven by
end users' concerns about a specific arena of operation and shall be as specified in 6.2.
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