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INCH-POUND
MIL-DTL-8348J
31 July 2003
SUPERSEDING
MIL-G-8348H
15 October 1981
DETAIL SPECIFICATION
This specification is approved for use by all departments and agencies of the Department
of Defense.
1. SCOPE
1.1 Scope. This specification covers self-contained, chuck type, high and low air
pressure gage assemblies.
1.2 Classification. The gage assemblies will be of the following classes, sizes, and
accuracy grades, as specified (see 6.2).
1.2.1 Class and size. The classes and sizes of gage assemblies are as follows:
Beneficial comments (recommendations, additions, deletions) and any pertinent data that may be
of use in improving this document should be addressed to: Defense Supply Center Richmond,
ATTN: DSCR-VEB, 8000 Jefferson Davis Highway, Richmond, VA 23297-5616, by using the
Standardization Document Improvement Proposal (DD Form 1426) appearing at the end of this
document or by letter.
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1.2.2 Scale accuracy grade. The scale accuracy grades in accordance with ASME B40.100
are as follows:
Grade A - 2 percent accuracy during first and last quarter of the scale and 1 percent in
the middle of the scale.
Grade 1A - 1 percent accuracy across full scale.
2. APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS
2.1 General. The documents listed in this section are specified in sections 3 and 4 of this
specification. This section does not include documents cited in other sections of this specification
or recommended for additional information or as examples. While every effort has been made to
ensure the completeness of this list, document users are cautioned that they must meet all specified
requirements of the documents cited in sections 3 and 4 of this specification, whether or not they
are listed.
2.2.1 Specifications and standards. The following specifications and standards form a part
of this document to the extent specified herein. Unless otherwise specified, the issues of these
documents should be those listed in the issue of the Department of Defense Index of Specifications
and Standards (DoDISS) and supplement thereto, cited in the solicitation (see 6.2).
SPECIFICATIONS
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
STANDARDS
FEDERAL
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DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
HANDBOOKS
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
(Unless otherwise indicated, copies of the specifications and standards are available from
the Standardization Documents Order Desk, 700 Robbins Avenue, Building 4D, Philadelphia,
PA 19111-5094. Electronic copies of military and federal standards and specifications may be
obtained from http://assist.daps.dla.mil/quicksearch/.)
2.3 Non-government publications. The following documents form a part of this document
to the extent specified herein. Unless otherwise specified, the issues of documents that are DoD
adopted are those listed in the issue of the DoDISS cited in the solicitation. Unless otherwise
specified, issues of the documents not listed in the DoDISS are the issues of the documents cited in
the solicitation (see 6.2).
ASTM INTERNATIONAL
(Application for copies should be addressed to ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor
Drive, P.O. Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959. Electronic copies may be
obtained from http://www.astm.org/.)
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SAE INTERNATIONAL
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 First article. When specified (see 6.2), a sample shall be subjected to first article
testing inspection in accordance with paragraph 4.2.
3.2 Materials.
3.2.1 Protective finish. All parts shall be fabricated from corrosion resistant materials
(ferrous or non-ferrous alloys), or plated to resist corrosion. The use of any protective coatings
that will crack, chip, or scale with age or extremes of atmospheric conditions is prohibited.
Anodizing of aluminum shall be in accordance with MIL-A-8625, type II, class 2 or equivalent.
All metal parts fabricated from material that is not corrosion resistant shall be plated or treated to
withstand deterioration and corrosion encountered in general service. Plating shall be in
accordance with SAE-AMS-QQ-N-290, SAE-AMS-QQ-C-320, SAE-AMS-QQ-P-416, or ASTM
B 633.
3.2.2 Metal stock. All metal stock used in the fabrication of gage assemblies shall have a
properly refined structure with uniform elemental distribution and be sound and free from nonmetallic
inclusions, injurious porosity, excess segregation, hard and soft spots, and other injurious defects.
3.3 Design and construction. All gage assemblies shall be designed and constructed so
that parts will not work loose or separate in service. They shall be constructed to withstand the
strains, jars, vibrations, and other conditions incident to shipping, storage, and service.
3.3.1 Maintenance. The pressure gage shall have a minimum number of parts consistent
with reliability. All parts subject to disassembly for maintenance purposes shall be readily
accessible for adjustments, repairs, and cleaning without the use of special tools.
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3.3.2 Heat treatment. When required, heat treatment of parts shall be accomplished in
accordance with the best commercial practice and shall be such as to accent the best overall
qualities of the material used. Parts requiring special characteristics such as stability, hardness,
toughness, or shock resistance shall be heat treated in accordance with recognized industrial
recommendations covering that particular material.
3.3.4 Interchangeability. All parts having the same manufacturer's part number shall be
functionally and dimensionally interchangeable. The drawing number requirements of
MIL-DTL-31000 shall govern changes in the manufacturer's part numbers.
3.4 Performance. Class A and B pressure gages shall be capable of accurately measuring
air pressure with the range of the specified gage size when the gage chuck is engaged with the
valve stem specified herein (see 4.5).
3.5 Pressure gages. Class A and B pressure gages shall be of the Bourdon tube design that
mechanically senses pressure and indicates it via a dial indicator moving over a graduated scale.
The diameter of the dial size with scale shall be specified in the contract or acquisition document.
3.5.1 Case. The gage case shall be made from durable corrosion resistant materials, or
be plated or treated to resist corrosion, with black or chrome exterior finish and shall provide for
removal of the mechanism as a unit for servicing.
3.5.2 Dial. The dial shall be direct reading and shall have a silver or white background
with black scale graduations and numerals. The dial shall be marked in black as follows: Pressure
LB/SQ. IN. The smallest increments of the scale graduations shall be a minimum of 1/8 inch long.
Every fifth graduation shall extend a minimum of 1/16 inch beyond the smallest graduation. Every
tenth graduation shall be further extended and marked with the applicable increment figure. The
numerals shall be a minimum of 1/8 inch high. The pointer or dial indicator shall be black.
3.5.3 Mechanism. The mechanism shall be corrosion resistant metal and shall be of
rugged design to withstand rough usage encountered in service. Provisions shall be incorporated
in the design to permit adjustment for correction of indications that may become necessary
during the service life of the gage.
3.5.4 Safety. An overload stop shall be provided to prevent injury to the Bourdon tube
or disengagement of the movement sector under severe overpressure conditions. The gage shall
have an unbreakable crystal. The outlet shall have a 1/4-inch standard external pipe thread.
The gage shall be provided with a safety blowout protective device, which in the event of rupture
of the Bourdon tube will allow sufficient air escapement to prevent explosion of the gage. The
gage shall be furnished with a bronze bushed, heavy duty movement or its equivalent, which
shall consist of heavy bronze plates and stainless steel components.
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3.6 Class A gage assembly. The class A gage assembly shall consist of a pressure gage
conforming to section 3.5, a bleeder valve, stem, hose, chuck assembly, and carrying case, and
shall be of the specific sizes in accordance with figures 1 and 2 as applicable.
Clamp
5.000
Handle
Gage assembly Extension furnished
with size 3 only
Front of case 14.250 Max.
13.625 Max.
2.125
Max.
3.6.1 Bleeder valve. The bleeder valve shall be manually operated and shall provide a
means for bleeding pressure as applied to the gage through the chuck.
3.6.2 Stem. The stem shall provide a means for applying air pressure to the gage and
chuck. The stem shall be made of brass approximately 1-5/16 inches long. One end shall have a
1/8-inch standard external pipe thread; the other end shall be 0.302 inch in diameter and shall
have 32 threads per inch. The stem shall have an adequate axial hole and the end with a
0.302-inch diameter shall be properly fitted with a high pressure valve core conforming to
figure 3 for sizes 1, 2, and 5. The stem for size 3 and 4 shall accommodate the valve conforming
to MS28889.
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Pressure gage C
A
Stem for 3.000
sizes 3 & 4 to Approx.
accommodate B
MS28889
valve D
Stem for
sizes 1, 2, & 5 to Bleed
accommodate valve
Figure 3 core and 1.875
MS20813 cap Approx.
Hose
A B C D
Size Pressure gage approx. max. max. max.
1 0 to 3,000 psi 5-1/2 8 3-1/2 25-3/4
2 0 to 1,500 psi 5-1/2 8 3-1/2 25-3/4
3 2,000 to 5,000 psi 6-1/4 9 5-2/3 26-1/2
4 0 to 4,000 psi 5-1/2 8 3-1/2 25-3/4
5 0 to 400 psi 5-1/2 8 3-1/2 25-3/4
Note: Dimensions are in inches.
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Remaining part of
valve core must fit
freely into bore of
stem and valve
housing 47D1561
NOTES:
1. Remove all burrs and sharp edges.
2. Dimensions are in inches, unless otherwise specified.
3. Tolerances: Decimals .005, Fractions 1/64
3.6.3 Chuck assembly. The chuck assembly shall incorporate a swivel nut for
attachment to a valve stem conforming to MS28889. The assembly shall be properly sealed
against loss of air pressure by replaceable gaskets, washers, or packing. The chuck shall have a
valve core depressor that may be turned by hand to depress the valve core after the chuck is
attached to the valve by the swivel nut. A suitable stop shall be provided to prevent the
depressor from damaging the valve core. The chuck body for sizes 1, 2, and 5 shall be brass and
for sizes 3 and 4, stainless steel.
3.6.4 Carrying case. Unless otherwise specified in the acquisition document, each
class A gage shall be provided with a case designed and constructed to compactly enclose and
protect the gage during handling and service. The case shall conform to figure 1 and shall be
fabricated from sheet steel approximately 0.030 inch thick (see 6.2).
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3.6.4.1 Latches. The case shall incorporate two spring-type latches to securely hold the
lid in a closed position. The latches shall be constructed in such a manner that opening and
closing of the case may be easily accomplished without the use of tools.
3.6.4.2 Clamp. The clamp shall be designed and constructed to retain the gage within
the case when the open case is placed in any position. Similar provisions shall be incorporated
to retain the accessories as specified herein.
3.6.4.3 Handle. The handle shall provide sufficient clearance for an easy and complete
grip by a person wearing heavy gloves.
3.6.4.4 Paint finish. The case shall have a yellow paint finish. The finish code number
is F-103 for type I exposure and color DG as listed in MIL-HDBK-808.
3.6.5 Accessories. The class A gage shall be furnished with three space valve stem washers
to fit in the swivel-nut chuck, manufactured in accordance with U.S. Air Force drawing 42A3377.
3.6.6 Dial marking. Class A gages shall have graduated dial markings as follows:
3.6.7 Hose assembly. A reinforced hose assembly with a working pressure as specified
in paragraph 1.2 for each size and a minimum burst of four times the working pressure shall be
used. The outer cover shall be resistant to abrasion and shall withstand deteriorating effects of
gasoline, grease, oil, weather, and water.
3.7 Class B gage assembly. Class B gage assemblies shall consist of a pressure gage,
hose, dual chuck foot, chuck foot extension, and carrying case (see figure 4). The graduated dial
markings for the different ranges shall be 20-pound increments, with 2 pounds being the smallest
graduated increment.
3.7.1 Dual chuck foot. As shown in figure 4, the chucks shall be offset approximately
30 degrees. The chucks shall be designed and constructed to fit a valve stem conforming to
MS28889. The dual chucks shall be designed so that engagement of one of the chucks with the
valve stem will render the deflator stem of the other chuck inoperative. Deflator pins shall be
fabricated from hardened steel. The pins shall be designed with flats so that distortion of sealing
washers will not cause any restriction of the airflow through the chuck to the gage after
continued usage.
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Designed to fit
MS28889 valve stem
Gage 30 Approx.
Chuck
Chuck
Chuck foot
extension
Dual
chuck foot
3.7.2 Chuck foot extension. The chuck foot shall have an extension approximately six
inches long. The chuck foot shall either be fabricated integrally with the extension or shall be
rigidly attached thereto in such manner that it will not become loose or detached under normal
usage.
3.7.3 Hose assembly. A reinforced hose assembly with a working pressure as specified
in paragraph 1.2 for each size and a minimum burst of four times the working pressure shall be
used. The outer cover shall be resistant to abrasion and shall withstand deteriorating effects of
gasoline, grease, oil, weather, and water. The hose shall be approximately eight inches in length.
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3.7.4 Carrying case. Unless otherwise specified in the acquisition document, the case for
class B gages shall conform to the case requirements for class A gages, except that the length
shall not exceed 10-5/8 inches and the width shall not exceed 5 inches (see 6.2).
3.7.5 Part numbering of interchangeable parts. All parts having the same manufacturer's
part number shall be functionally and dimensionally interchangeable. The item identification
and part number requirement of MIL-DTL-31000 shall govern the manufacturer's part numbers
and changes thereto.
3.7.6 Identification marking. Equipment assemblies and parts shall be marked for
identification in accordance with MIL-STD-130. The nomenclature and scale range of each
gage assembly shall be marked on the outside of the carrying case in black letters 3/8 inch high.
4. VERIFICATION
4.2 First article inspection. When a first article inspection is required (see 3.1 and 6.2),
the number of units to be provided for inspection shall be specified (see 6.2). The gage
assemblies, including carrying case, provided for first article inspection shall undergo
examinations for defects specified in table I and the tests specified in table II. Any gage
assembly displaying any defect shall be rejected.
4.4 Examination of gage assemblies. Each of the sample gage assemblies, including
carrying case, shall be visually and dimensionally examined (see table I) to determine
compliance with the requirements specified herein with respect to materials, marking, and
workmanship.
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4.5 Scale accuracy (error) at room temperature. The gage assembly shall be tested for
scale accuracy or error at pressure readings selected in the lower 1/4 of the scale, middle 1/2 of
the scale and upper 1/4 of the scale on the gage.
4.5.1 Pressure during test. These tests shall be made with the pressure increasing, then
with the pressures decreasing. With the pressures increasing, the pressure shall be brought up to,
but shall not exceed the selected pressure(s) at the three increments on the pressure gage. Also,
with the pressure decreasing, the pressure shall be brought down to, but not fall below the
selected pressure(s) at the three increments on the pressure gage. The permissible accuracy error
chosen for the selected pressures shall be in accordance with table III.
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4.6 Tests.
4.6.1.1 Test equipment. Tests shall be performed using air or gas pressure to simulate
actual use. Tests with hydraulic pressures are not acceptable.
4.6.1.2 Atmospheric conditions. Unless otherwise specified, all required tests shall be
made at an atmospheric pressure of approximately 30 inches of mercury at room temperature of
70 F 5degrees. When tests are made with atmospheric pressure and temperature substantially
different from the above values, proper allowance shall be made for the difference from specified
conditions.
4.6.1.3 Tapping. Unless otherwise specified, the gage assemblies incorporating Bourdon
tube-type gages shall be tested in the normal operating position and shall be tapped lightly before
a test reading is taken (see 6.3.4).
4.6.2.3 Drop test. The assemblies shall be dropped at least five times from a height not
less than 12 inches on a concrete floor. Not less than one hour following this test, the gage
assemblies shall be subjected to the accuracy test in 4.5. If necessary, recalibration adjustments
are permissible. Evidence of permanent damage to the gage assembly and any change occurring
to the reading mechanism that cannot be recalibrated by the provisions for adjustment for
correction of indications (see 3.5.3) shall be cause for rejection.
4.6.2.4 Rupture. Test with gaseous nitrogen utilizing 150 percent of scale range to
assure that the pressure integrity of the element is acceptable. The burst shall be accomplished
hydrostatically and recorded. The safety of the lens and case shall be tested as specified in
MIL-G-18997. The Bourdon tube shall be cut or broken and the nitrogen shall be elapsed by a
quick-acting ball valve to simulate explosive failure.
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5. PACKAGING
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 gage assemblies are intended for use in gaging air pressure and
servicing aircraft shock struts, accumulators, and tires.
6.3 Definitions.
6.3.1 Gage accuracy. Gage accuracy is the difference (error) between the true value and
the gage indication expressed as a percent of the gage span.
6.3.2 Gage assembly. Gage assembly is defined as the entire operating unit (as
described by classes A and B).
6.3.3 Gage element. Gage is defined as meaning the Bourdon or indicator-type gage
incorporated as a component part of the complete gaging assembly.
6.3.4 Tapped lightly. The phrase, "tapped lightly," is defined as the application of a light
vibration sufficient to overcome that small amount of residual friction normally associated with
pressure gages.
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6.4 Part or identifying number (PIN). The PIN to be used for pressure gage assemblies
acquired to this specification is created as follows:
M 8348 - A 1 1A
Accuracy
Size
Class (see 1.2)
Specification number
M prefix
accumulators
aircraft
bleeder valve
Bourdon
shock struts
tires
valve stem
Review Activity:
Air Force - 71
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1. The preparing activity must complete blocks 1, 2, 3, and 8. In block 1, both the document number and revision letter should be given.
3. The preparing activity must provide a reply within 30 days from receipt of the form.
NOTE: This form may not be used to request copies of documents, nor to request waivers, or clarification of requirements on current
contracts. Comments submitted on this form do not constitute or imply authorization to waive any portion of the referenced document(s) or
to amend contractual requirements.
1. DOCUMENT NUMBER 2. DOCUMENT DATE (YYYYMMDD)
I RECOMMEND A CHANGE: MIL-DTL-8348J 20030731
3. DOCUMENT TITLE
GAGE ASSEMBLIES, AIR PRESSURE, DIAL INDICATING CHUCK TYPE, SELF-CONTAINED
4. NATURE OF CHANGE (Identify paragraph number and include proposed rewrite, if possible. Attach extra sheets as needed.)
6. SUBMITTER
a. NAME (Last, First, Middle Initial) b. ORGANIZATION
c. ADDRESS (Include Zip Code) d. TELEPHONE (Include Area Code) 7. DATE SUBMITTED
(1) Commercial (YYYYMMDD)
(2) DSN
(if applicable)
8. PREPARING ACTIVITY
a. NAME b. TELEPHONE (Include Area Code)
Defense Supply Center Richmond Commercial: (804) 279-5019 DSN: 695-5019
c. ADDRESS (Include Zip Code) IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE A REPLY WITHIN 45 DAYS, CONTACT:
ATTN: DSCR-VBD (C. Hammond) DEFENSE STANDARDIZATION PROGRAM OFFICE (DLSC-LM)
8000 Jefferson Davis Highway 8725 John J. Kingman Road, Suite 2533
Richmond, VA 23297-5610 Fort Belvoir, VA 22060-6221
Commercial: (703) 767-6888 DSN: 427-6888
DD Form 1426, FEB 1999 (EG) Previous editions are obsolete WHS/DIOR, FEB 99