Tape Versus Heat Seal Closure of MIL-B-131 Barrier Material,

Hincks, John A.

Tape Versus Heat Seal Closure of MIL-B-131 Barrier Material,

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Abstract:

The objective of this study was to measure the water vapor permeability of MIL-B-131 bags sealed with different tapes and to compare the results with those obtained in standard heat sealed bags. From the data obtained, it was concluded that taped closures will provide a limited degree of protection from the ingress of water vapor. However, tape closures are recommended only when there is no heat sealing equipment at a facility or the equipment is inoperative. Author

Author(s):

Hincks, John A.

Author Organization(s):

AIR FORCE PACKAGING EVALUATION AGENCY WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB OHIO

Pagination:

0010

Security Markings

DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:

Approved For Public Release

RECORD

Collection: TR

Identifying Numbers

Report Number(s):

PTPT-77-10

Subject Terms

Joint Capability Areas:

JCA_4.3_Maintain

Communities of Interest:

Ground and Sea Platforms

Descriptor(s):

*TAPES, *SEALS(STOPPERS), *BAGS, *MOISTUREPROOFING, BARRIERS, HUMIDITY, WATER VAPOR, WATERPROOFING, HERMETIC SEALS, HUMIDITY CABINETS

Field(s)/Group(s):

Adhesives, Seals and Binders, Containers and Packaging

Keyword(s):

MIL B 131 bags, Barrier bags

Report Date:

1977 Apr 01