AIA/NAS 3434-2013 pdf download PRECISION MACHINED ITEMS, PACKAGING OF
1 .0 SCOPE: This standard provides a method for the packaging of precision machined items,excluding common hardware items.
2.0 REFERENCES
2.1 General Packaging Standard NAS850
3.0 REQUIREMENTS
3.1 General
3.1 .1 Requirements of General Packaging Standard NAS850 are a part of this standard, except as noted herein.
3.2 Unit Packaging
3.2.1 The quantity per unit package shall be as follows unless otherwise specified by the procurement document:
One (1 ) each
3.2.2 All items shall be preserved in accordance with NAS850 including those requiring internal slushing.
3.2.3 Package each item by wrapping and/or bagging in a material not detrimental to the finish.
3.2.4 Cushioning shall be applied to protect all mating and/or critical surfaces and shall be free of foreign contaminants. All protrusions or extensions of the item shall be padded to prevent damage to the item and/or unit package.
3.2.5 The closure of the bag, envelope, should provide for the protection intended.
3.3 Intermediate Packaging
3.3.1 Intermediate packaging shall be in accordance with applicable requirements of NAS850.
3.4 Packing
3.4.1 Exterior packing shall be in accordance with applicable requirements of NAS850.
3.5 Marking
3.5.1 Unit, intermediate, and exterior containers shall be marked in accordance with applicable requirements of NAS850.
3.5.2 All unit packages shall have the following additional identification:
“CAUTION: Precision Items — Handle With Care. Keep
Item in Package Until Ready for Use.”