Serviceable Limits (Self-Sealing Cells) -cont

TM 1-1500-204-23-3 Table 2-5. Serviceable Limits (Self-Sealing Cells)-CONT Condition Limit Cell Exterior Blisters or ply separation between any plies Maximum lineal dimension of 1 inch. except liner and sealant. Skim coat blisters. Acceptable. Loose hanger straps or hanger attaching Acceptable up to 15 percent of total area pro- points. vided 1/4-inch bond is maintained around the edge. Loose or damaged tapes, corner patches, Maximum allowable looseness of 1/2 inch pro- and other outside accessories. vided looseness does not exceed 15 percent of total area. Cell Interior Checking due to weather, ozone, dry Acceptable. cracking, or surface imperfections. Damaged grommets in accessories. Acceptable, provided serviceability is not affected. Damaged through outer cord or fabric ply. Not acceptable. Channels or bridging of outer plies at cord or Maximum width of 1/2 inch for full length of fabric splice. splice. Outer ply cuts or splits parallel to cords where Not acceptable; may result in outside cords are not damaged. activation. Fittings Rubber Face Fittings: Gouges, splits, or deep indentations on the Maximum depth of 1/16 inch by 1/16 inch sealing surfaces. maximum length. Weather checking of surfaces other than Acceptable. sealing surfaces. O-Ring Fittings: Sealing surface without groove: Scratches within sealing area. Not acceptable. Burrs on mating surface. Not acceptable. 2-14