MIL-DTL-85040D
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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 inspection,
in accordance with 4.2
3.2 Recycled, recovered, or environmentally preferable materials. Recycled, recovered, or
environmentally preferable materials should be used to the maximum extent possible provided
that the material meets or exceeds the operational and maintenance requirements, and promotes
economically advantageous life cycle costs.
3.2.1 Materials and components. The materials and components shall conform to the applicable
specifications, purchase description, and standards as listed or required herein.
3.2.1.1 Basic Cloth.
3.2.1.1.1 Body. The body of the drawers and the undershirts shall be fabricated from the aramid,
high temperature resistant cloth conforming to MIL-C-85038, Type I. The color shall be natural
(see 6.3.1).
3.2.1.1.2 Cuffs. The cuffs, for the drawers and the undershirts, shall be fabricated from the
aramid, high temperature resistant cloth conforming to MIL-C-85038, Type II. The color shall be
natural.
3.2.1.1.3 Collarette. The collarette (mock turtleneck), for the undershirts, shall be fabricated
from the aramid, high temperature resistant cloth conforming to MIL-C-85038, Type II. The
color shall be natural.
3.2.1.1.4 Binding and reinforcement. The binding and reinforcement, for the fly area of the
drawers and for the collarette and shoulder seam of the undershirt, shall be fabricated from flat
high temperature resistant aramid jersey. The cut width of the binding and reinforcement shall be
sufficient to provide for a finished width of ½ (± 1/8) inch.
3.2.2 Elastic webbing.
3.2.2.1 Waistband. The elastic webbing, for the waistband, shall conform to JJ-W-155, Type I,
Class 9, color unbleached. The cut lengths, for the various sizes, shall be compatible with 3.5
and Table II.
3.2.2.2 Stirrups. The elastic webbing, for the stirrups, shall conform to JJ-W-155, Type I, Class 3
color optional. The cut lengths, for the various sizes, shall be minimum 13 inches (see Figure 1).
3.2.3 Sewing thread. The sewing thread for the various seams and stitch types shall conform to
A-A-55217. The color shall approximate the basic cloth.
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