Detailed_Specification.pdf

DTL 17001A0001

W/ Change 2

Aug 2017

Superseding

DTL17001A001

Original Design Activity:

Cage Code 01365

Current Change Control Authority:

Cage Code 01365

18 April 2017

DETAIL SPECIFICATION

SYSTEM SPECIFICATION

FOR THE

FAMILY OF IMPROVED LOAD BEARING EQUIPMENT

This document is approved for use by all Departments and Agencies of the Department of Defense (DoD)

Prepared by:

Program Manager Infantry Combat Equipment

Marine Corps Systems Command

2200 Lester St, Quantico, VA 22134

APPROVED FOR USE AS

PRODUCT BASELINE BY: _________________________________ DATE: _______________________ LtCol Chris Madeline Program Manager Infantry Combat Equipment

Portfolio Manager Ground Combat Element Systems

DISTRIBUTION STATEMENT A: Approved for public release. Distribution is unlimited.

(Comments, suggestions, or questions on this document should be addressed to Body Armor and Load Bearing Team Lead, Program Manager Infantry Combat Equipment, 2200 Lester St, Quantico, VA 22314)

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Summary of Changes

Paragraph 3.3.9: Added materials “as specified in”

Addition:

a. Cloth as specified in 3.9.7.2 and 3.9.7.6

b. Webbing and tape as specified in 3.9.4.1, 3.9.4.3 and 3.9.4.8

c. Buckles as specified in 3.9.1.2.7

d. Thread as specified in 3.9.8.1 and 3.9.8.2

e. Hook and loop fastener as specified in 3.9.6

f. Foam as specified in 3.9.2.3

g. Stiffener as specified in 3.9.3.1

h. Ring as specified in 3.9.1.8.1

i. Oval slide as specified in 3.9.1.7.1”

Reasoning: To add the materials used in construction of the sub-belt.

Paragraph 3.3.10.1: Updated the repair parts to include a newly approved manufacturer.

Addition: YKK-USA 0089716 was added as a supplier of barrel locks.

Paragraph 3.3.10.2: Updated the repair parts to include a newly approved manufacturer.

Addition: YKK-USA 0089716 was added as a supplier of barrel locks.

Paragraph 3.7.1: Added materials “as specified in”

a. Cloth as specified in 3.9.7.1, 3.9.7.2, 3.9.7.6 and 3.9.7.7

b. Webbing and tape as specified in 3.9.4.1, 3.9.4.2, 3.9.4.3 and 3.9.4.8

c. Buckles as specified in 3.9.1.2.1, 3.9.1.2.10, 3.9.1.2.16 and 3.9.1.2.22

d. Friction buckles as specified in 3.9.1.9.2

e. Slide fastener as specified in 3.9.9.5, 3.9.9.12 and 3.9.9.14

f. D-ring as specified in 3.9.1.3.2

g. Cord as specified in 3.9.10.3

h. Stiffener as specified in 3.9.3.3

i. Grommet as specified in 3.9.1.6.1

j. Foam as specified in 3.9.2.3 and 3.9.2.8

k. Hook and loop fastener as specified in 3.9.6 and 3.9.6.1

l. Thread as specified in 3.9.8.1 and 3.9.8.2

Reasoning: To add the materials used in construction of the Corpsman Assault System (CAS) components.

Paragraph 3.7.2: Added materials “as specified in”

a. Cloth as specified in 3.9.7.2, 3.9.7.5 and 3.9.7.7

b. Webbing and tape as specified in 3.9.4.1, 3.9.4.2 and 3.9.4.8

c. Buckles as specified in 3.9.1.2.10 and 3.9.1.2.16

d. Slide fastener as specified in 3.9.9.13

e. D-ring as specified in 3.9.1.3.2

f. Cord as specified in 3.9.10.3

g. Grommet as specified in 3.9.1.6.1

h. Foam as specified in 3.9.2.2 and 3.9.2.9

i. Hook and loop fastener as specified in 3.9.6 and 3.9.6.1

j. Thread as specified in 3.9.8.1 and 3.9.8.2

Paragraph 3.7.3: Added materials “as specified in”

a. Cloth as specified in 3.9.7.2 and 3.9.7.7

b. Webbing and tape as specified in 3.9.4.1, 3.9.4.2, 3.9.4.3, 3.9.4.8 and 3.9.4.9

c. Buckles as specified in 3.9.1.2.18, 3.9.1.2.22 and 3.9.1.2.24

d. Slide fastener as specified in 3.9.9.13

e. Ring as specified in 3.9.1.8.2

f. Friction buckle as specified in 3.9.1.9.14

g. Elastic webbing as specified in 3.9.5.7 and 3.9.5.8

h. Cord as specified in 3.9.10.2 and 3.9.10.3

i. Eyelet as specified in 3.9.1.4.2

j. Barrel lock as specified in 3.9.1.1.2

k. Hook and loop fastener as specified in 3.9.6

Paragraph 3.7.4: Added materials “as specified in”

b. Webbing and tape as specified in 3.9.4.1 and 3.9.4.8

c. Hook and loop fastener as specified in 3.9.6 and 3.9.6.1

d. Slide fastener as specified in 3.9.9.12

e. Stiffener as specified in 3.9.3.1 and 3.9.3.5

f. Snap fastener as specified in 3.9.1.5.1

g. Grommet as specified in 3.9.1.6.1

h. Elastic webbing as specified in 3.9.5.7

i. Cord as specified in 3.9.10.3

j. Foam as specified in 3.9.2.2

k. Thread as specified in 3.9.8.1 and 3.9.8.2

Paragraph 3.7.5.1: Added materials “as specified in”

a. Cloth as specified in 3.9.7.2

b. Webbing as specified in 3.9.4.2

c. Hook and loop fastener as specified in 3.9.6

d. Stiffener as specified in 3.9.3.1

e. Thread as specified in 3.9.8.1 and 3.9.8.2

Paragraph 3.7.5.2: Added materials “as specified in”

b. Webbing and tape as specified in 3.9.4.1 and 3.9.4.8

c. Hook and loop fastener as specified in 3.9.6

d. Slide fastener as specified in 3.9.9.13

e. Cord as specified in 3.9.10.3

f. Foam as specified in 3.9.2.9

g. Thread as specified in 3.9.8.1 and 3.9.8.2

Paragraph 3.7.5.3: Added materials “as specified in”

b. Webbing and tape as specified in 3.9.4.1 and 3.9.4.8

c. Hook and loop fastener as specified in 3.9.6

d. Slide fastener as specified in 3.9.9.13

e. Cord as specified in 3.9.10.3

f. Foam as specified in 3.9.2.9

g. Thread as specified in 3.9.8.1 and 3.9.8.2

Paragraph 3.7.5.4: Added materials “as specified in”

a. Cloth as specified in 3.9.7.2

b. Webbing and tape as specified in 3.9.4.1 and 3.9.4.8

c. Hook and loop fastener as specified in 3.9.6

d. Slide fastener as specified in 3.9.9.11

e. Cord as specified in 3.9.10.3

f. Foam as specified in 3.9.2.9

g. Snap fastener as specified in 3.9.1.5.1

h. Stiffener as specified in 3.9.3.5

i. Thread as specified in 3.9.8.1 and 3.9.8.2

Paragraph 3.7.5.5: Added materials “as specified in”

b. Webbing and tape as specified in 3.9.4.1 and 3.9.4.8

c. Hook and loop fastener as specified in 3.9.6

d. Slide fastener as specified in 3.9.9.11

e. Cord as specified in 3.9.10.3

f. Foam as specified in 3.9.2.9

g. Snap fastener as specified in 3.9.1.5.1

Paragraph 3.7.5.6: Added materials “as specified in”

b. Webbing as specified in 3.9.4.1

c. Hook and loop fastener as specified in 3.9.6

d. Buckle as specified in 3.9.1.2.24

e. Cord as specified in 3.9.10.3

f. Foam as specified in 3.9.2.9

g. Stiffener as specified in 3.9.3.1

h. Thread as specified in 3.9.8.1 and 3.9.8.2

Paragraph 3.7.5.7: Added materials “as specified in”

b. Tape as specified in 3.9.4.4, 3.9.4.8 and 3.9.4.9

c. Hook and loop fastener as specified in 3.9.6

d. Barrel lock as specified in 3.9.1.1.2

e. Eyelet as specified in 3.9.1.4.2

f. Cord as specified in 3.9.10.2

Paragraph 3.7.5.8: Added materials “as specified in”

b. Tape as specified in 3.9.4.5, 3.9.4.8 and 3.9.4.9

c. Hook and loop fastener as specified in 3.9.6

d. Barrel lock as specified in 3.9.1.1.2

e. Eyelet as specified in 3.9.1.4.2

f. Cord as specified in 3.9.10.2

Paragraph 3.7.5.9: Added materials “as specified in”

b. Tape as specified in 3.9.4.8 and 3.9.4.9

c. Hook and loop fastener as specified in 3.9.6

d. Barrel lock as specified in 3.9.1.1.2

e. Eyelet as specified in 3.9.1.4.2

f. Cord as specified in 3.9.10.2

Paragraph 3.9.1.1.1: Added newly approved supplier

Addition: YKK-USA I/C 0089716.

Paragraph 3.9.1.1.2: Added newly approved supplier

Addition: YKK-USA I/C 0089716.

Paragraph 3.9.1.2.15: Added newly approved supplier

Addition: YKK-USA I/C 0098609

Paragraph 3.9.1.2.16: Added newly approved supplier

Addition: YKK-USA I/C 0098610

Paragraph 3.9.1.2.19: Added newly approved supplier

Addition: YKK-USA I/C 0069506

Paragraph 3.9.1.2.24: Changed section to “Toggle”

Addition: The toggle shall be ITW P/N GT Tactical Toggle 743-0200 or YKK-USA I/C

0090987, or equivalent.

Paragraph 3.9.1.3.1: Added newly approved supplier

Addition: YKK-USA I/C 0008208

Paragraph 3.9.1.9.1: Added newly approved supplier

Addition: YKK-USA I/C 0000836

Paragraph 3.9.1.9.7: Added newly approved supplier

Addition: YKK-USA I/C 0008235

Paragraph 3.9.1.9.11: Added newly approved supplier

Addition: YKK-USA I/C 0000912

Paragraph 3.9.4.7: Removed specification and added in requirements of material

Change: The 0.5-inch webbing shall be a thickness of 0.038 – 0.050 inches, weight per linear yard of 0.25 - 0.4 ounces, minimum breaking strength of 350 pounds and minimum of 48 yarns per inch filling. The webbing shall conform to the spectral reflectance requirements in accordance with paragraph 3.12.9 and Tables IV through XI when tested in accordance with paragraph 4.8.4.

Producer colored, textured yarns may be used.

Reasoning: The material that is required was not in the previous specification listed.

Paragraph 3.9.5.8: Added in requirement for gripper elastic webbing

Addition: Webbing, elastic, grip. Width – 1.5 (± 0.060) inch, construction – knitted, warp – textured polyester 500d, filler – textured polyester 500d, rubber – natural or equivalent, rubber strands – 23 40g, thickness - 0.070-0.080, pics per inch 30 ±4 . The elastic webbing shall have two rows (4 strands in each row) of rubber elastic woven in.

Reasoning: Gripper elastic webbing is used on the CAS.

Paragraph 3.9.6.1: Added in requirement for hook and loop sheet material

Addition: The heavy duty knit loop fastener shall be Velcro P/N Loop 3001 or equivalent.

The width shall be as required on patterns.

Reasoning: Hook and loop sheet material used in CAS.

Paragraph 3.9.7.7: Added in requirement for 70D ripstop

Addition: The cloth shall be 70 denier 1.9 ounce nylon ripstop. Yarns per inch shall be at a minimum of 97 in the fill direction and 105 in the warp direction. The nylon ripstop shall have a minimum spray rating of 100, 100, 100.

Reasoning: 70D ripstop is used on the CAS.

Paragraph 3.12.9.1: Added in materials exempted from spectral reflectance requirements

Addition: Additionally, paragraphs 3.9.6.1 (Fastener, loop, sheet), 3.9.7.5 (Cloth, mesh) and

3.9.7.6 (Cloth, mesh) are exempt from meeting infrared spectral reflectance requirements.

Reasoning: These materials cannot currently meet spectral reflectance requirements. They are used in areas that spectral reflectance issues are not of concern, i.e. on the inside of bags.

Table XIII: End Item Visual Examination

Change: Fixed #’s 225 and 130 which were reversed.

Reasoning: Formatting error.

Table XIV: End Item Dimensional Examination

Change: Removed the word “brass” from Eyelets and Grommets sections.

Reasoning: These components are not required to be brass.

1. SCOPE

1.1 Scope. This detail specification covers the Family of Improved Load Bearing

Equipment (FILBE) utilized by the United States Marine Corps (USMC). The load bearing equipment system is designed to allow Marines to carry equipment required in support of combat operations. The system is modular in order to meet the unique needs of the warfighter.

The load bearing equipment system shall maximize the ability to carry combat loads efficiently, minimize the burdens of weight, improve overall system compatibility and increase the combat effectiveness of the user.

1.2 Classification. The load bearing equipment shall be of the following classes:

1.2.1 Classes.

Class 1 – Coyote 498

Class 2 – Woodland MARPAT

Class 3 – Desert MARPAT

Class 4 – Snow MARPAT

Class 5 – Operational Camouflage Pattern (OCP)

Class 6 – Tan 499

1.3 FILBE Components. The FILBE shall consist of the following components:

1.3.1 USMC Pack System.

a. Main Pack

(1) Frame

(2) Shoulder Harness Assembly

(3) Hip Belt

(4) Main Bag

b. Assault Pack

c. Assault Pouch

d. Sustainment Pouch (Qty. 2)

e. Hydration Pouch (Qty. 2)

f. Hydration Carrier

g. Hydration Bladder System

(1) Hydration Bladder

(2) Hydration Tube with Cover

(3) Tube Holder

(4) Hydration Bite Valve with Cover

h. Sternum Cinch

i. Sub-Belt

j. Repair Kit

1.3.2 USMC Chest Rig.

a. USMC Chest Rig

1.3.3 USMC Equipment Pouches.

a. Illumination Flare Single Pouch

b. Shotgun Ammunition Pouch

c. Utility/Squad Automatic Weapon (SAW) Pouch

d. Smoke Grenade Pouch

e. M67 Grenade Pouch

f. Magazine Dump Pouch

g. 9mm, 15 Round, Magazine Pouch

h. M16/M4 Speed Reload Pouch

i. 40MM Grenade Pouch

j. M16/M4 Double/Single Magazine Pouch

1.3.4 USMC Holster.

a. Holster Body (left or right hand)

b. Leg shroud

c. Low Ride Belt Mount

d. PALS Mount

e. Quick Disconnect Adapters

f. Use and Care Instruction

1.3.5 Corpsman Assault System.

a. Medical Assault Pack

b. Medical Sustainment Bag

c. Modular Medical Pouch

d. Medical Thigh Rig

e. Medical Inserts

(1) Narc Pouch

(2) Medium Pouch (Qty. 2)

(3) Large Pouch (Qty. 2)

(4) Small Reversible Pouch (Qty. 2)

(5) Medium Reversible Pouch (Qty. 2)

(6) Elastic Panel (Qty. 2)

(7) Double Pocket Panel

(8) Triple Pocket Panel

(9) Stacked Pocket Panel

2. APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS

2.1 General. The documents listed in this section are specified in Sections 3, 4 or 5 of this specification. This section does not include documents cited in other sections of the 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 documents cited in section 3, 4 or 5 of this specification, whether or not they are listed.

2.2 Government documents.

2.2.1 Specifications, standards, and handbooks. The following specifications, standards, and handbooks form a part of this document to the extent specified herein. Unless otherwise specified, the issues of these documents are those cited in the solicitation or contract.

COMMERCIAL ITEM DESCRIPTIONS

A-A-55126 - Fastener Tapes, Hook and Loop, Synthetic

A-A-55301 - Webbing, Textile, Textured or Multifilament Nylon

A-A-55634 - Zippers (Fasteners, Slide Interlocking)

A-A-59826 - Thread, Nylon

DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE SPECIFICATIONS

GL/PD 10-07 - Cloth, Duck, Textured Nylon

MIL-B-371 - Braid, Textile, Tubular

MIL-B-543 - Buckles, Tongueless and Web Strap

MIL-C-5040 - Cord, Fibrous, Nylon (Inactive)

MIL-C-8061 - Cloth, Nylon, Raschel Knit

MIL-C-43128 - Cloth, Plain Weave, Nylon: Water Repellant, OG-106

MIL-DTL-10884 - Fasteners, Snap

MIL-DTL-32075 - Label: For Clothing, Equipage, and Tentage, (General Use)

MIL-G-16491 - Grommet Metallic MIL-PRF-5038 - Tape, Textile and Webbing, Textile, Reinforcing, Nylon

MIL-W-4088 - Webbing, Textile, Woven Nylon

MIL-W-17337 - Webbing, Textile, Woven Nylon

DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE STANDARDS

MIL-STD-130 - Identification Marking of U.S. Military Property

MIL-STD-810G - Environmental Engineering Considerations and Laboratory Tests

(Copies of these documents are available online at http://quicksearch.dla.mil/ or from the

Standardization Document Order Desk, 700 Robbins Avenue, Building 4D, Philadelphia, PA 19111-5094.)

FEDERAL STANDARDS

FED-STD-191 -Textile Test Methods http://quicksearch.dla.mil/

2.2.2 Other Government documents, drawings, and publications. The following other

Government documents, drawings, and publications form a part of this document to the extent specified herein. Unless otherwise specified, the issues are those cited in the solicitation or contract.

DRAWINGS

General Drawing Numbers:

2-1-2242; 40 MM PYROTECHNIC GRENADE GAUGE

2-1-2243; 40 MM HIGH EXPLOSIVE GRENADE GAUGE

2-6-110; M16 30 ROUND MAGAZINE GAUGE

2-6-111; GRENADE GAUGE ASSEMBLY

2-6-112; GRENADE GAUGE

2-6-113; STEM

2-6-114; LEVER

USMC Pack System Drawing Numbers:

2-6-0805; FRAME, USMC PACK

2-6-0887; HYDRATION POUCH ASSEMBLY, USMC PACK

2-6-0889; ASSAULT POUCH ASSEMBLY, USMC PACK

2-6-0890; HIP BELT ASSEMBLY, USMC PACK

2-6-0891; SUSTAINMENT POUCH ASSEMBLY, USMC PACK

2-6-0892; ASSAULT PACK ASSEMBLY, USMC PACK

2-6-0893; HYDRATION CARRIER ASSEMBLY, USMC PACK

2-6-0894; USMC MAIN PACK ASSEMBLY

2-6-0896; SHOULDER HARNESS ASSEMBLY, USMC PACK

2-6-0897; FRONT POCKET ASSEMBLY, ASSAULT PACK

2-6-0898; SHOULDER HARNESS ASSEMBLY, ASSAULT PACK

2-6-0902; SHOULDER HARNESS POCKET ASSY, ASSAULT PACK

2-6-0903; LID, USMC MAIN PACK ASSEMBLY

2-6-0904; IDENTIFICATION & INSTRUCTION LABEL

2-6-0905; HANDLE ASSEMBLY, ASSAULT PACK

2-6-0906; SHOULDER HARNESS, USMC PACK

2-6-0907; BLADDER, HYDRATION SYSTEM, USMC PACK

2-6-0908; FRONT POCKET, HYDRATION CARRIER, USMC PACK

2-6-0920; PATTERNS, HYDRATION CARRIER

2-6-0921; PATTERNS, HYDRATION POUCH

2-6-0922; PATTERNS, ASSAULT POUCH

2-6-0923; PATTERNS, HIP BELT

2-6-0924; PATTERNS, SUSTAINMENT POUCH

2-6-0925; PATTERNS, MAIN BAG

2-6-0926; PATTERNS, ASSAULT PACK

2-6-0927; PATTERNS, SHOULDER HARNESS

2-6-0964; PATTERNS SUB BELT ASSEMBLY

2-6-0965; SUB BELT ASSEMBLY

USMC Chest Rig Drawing Numbers:

2-3-0632; SINGLE BAR SIDE RELEASE FASTENER, 1 INCH

2-6-0792; ATTACHING STRAP, ASSEMBLY (MARINES)

2-6-0794; HARNESS ASSEMBLY (TAP)

2-6-0798; QUICK ATTACH, BUCKLE 1 INCH

2-6-0799; SINGLE, BAR SIDE RELEASE BUCKLE, 1 INCH

2-6-0801; MARINES, CHEST RIG, ASSEMBLY

2-6-0852; IMTV/PC ATTACHING STRAP, ASSEMBLY

2-6-2340; IDENTIFICATION/INSTRUCTION, LABELS MOLLE II

USMC Equipment Pouches Drawing Numbers:

2-6-0761; GROUND ILLUMINATION FLARE SINGLE POUCH ASSEMBLY

2-6-0762; PATTERNS, ILLUMINATION FLARE SINGLE

2-6-0763; SHOTGUN SHELL AMMUNITION POUCH ASSY, 12 GA., 10 ROUND

2-6-0764; PATTERNS, SHOTGUN AMMUNITION POUCH

2-6-0765; UTILITY/SQUAD AUTOMATIC WEAPON (SAW) AMMO POUCH

ASSEMBLY WITH DIVIDER

2-6-0766; PATTERNS, UTILITY/SQUAD AUTOMATIC WEAPON POUCH

2-6-0767; SMOKE GRENADE POUCH ASSEMBLY

2-6-0768; PATTERNS, SMOKE GRENADE FBP POUCH

2-6-0769; M67 GRENADE POUCH ASSEMBLY

2-6-0770; PATTERNS, M67 GRENADE POUCH

2-6-0773; MAGAZINE DUMP POUCH ASSEMBLY

2-6-0774; PATTERNS, MAGAZINE DUMP POUCH

2-6-0775; 9MM, 15 ROUND, MAGAZINE POUCH ASSEMBLY

2-6-0776; PATTERNS, 9MM, 15 ROUNDS, MAGAZINE POUCH

2-6-0777; M16/M4 SPEED RELOAD POUCH ASSEMBLY

2-6-0778; PATTERNS, M16/M4 SPEED RELOAD POUCH

2-6-0779; 40MM GRENADE POUCH ASSEMBLY

2-6-0780; PATTERNS, 40MM GRENADE POUCH

2-6-0781; M16/M4 DOUBLE/SINGLE MAGAZINE POUCH ASSEMBLY

2-6-0782; PATTERNS, M16/M4 DOUBLE/SINGLE MAGAZINE POUCH

Corpsman Assault System Drawing Numbers:

2-6-0930; STACKED POCKET PANEL, CAS

2-6-0931; MEDICAL SUSTAINMENT BAG, CAS

2-6-0932; DOUBLE POCKET PANEL, CAS

2-6-0933; TRIPLE POCKET PANEL, CAS

2-6-0934; NARC POUCH, CAS

2-6-0935; ELASTIC PANEL, CAS

2-6-0936; SMALL REVERSIBLE POUCH, CAS

2-6-0937; MEDIUM REVERSIBLE POUCH, CAS

2-6-0938; MEDIUM POUCH, CAS

2-6-0939; LARGE POUCH, CAS

2-6-0940; MEDICAL ASSAULT PACK, CAS

2-6-0941; SHOULDER HARNESS ASSEMBLY, CAS

Corpsman Assault System Drawing Numbers (continued):

2-6-0942; SHOULDER HARNESS POCKET ASSEMBLY, CAS

2-6-0943; HANDLE ASSEMBLY, CAS

2-6-0944; CORPSMAN ASSAULT SYSTEM

2-6-0945; MEDICAL THIGH RIG. CAS

2-6-0946; BELT, MEDICAL THIGH RIG, CAS

2-6-0947; STRAP, UPRIGHT, MEDICAL THIGH RIG, CAS

2-6-0948; STRAP, MEDICAL, THIGH RIG, CAS

2-6-0949; MODULAR MEDICAL POUCH, CAS

2-6-0950; PATTERNS MEDICAL ASSAULT PACK, CAS

2-6-0951; PATTERNS, MEDICAL SUSTAINMENT BAG, CAS

2-6-0952; PATTERNS, MEDICAL THIGH RIG. CAS

2-6-0953; PATTERNS, MODULAR MEDICAL POUCH, CAS

2-6-0954; PATTERNS, NARC POUCH, CAS

2-6-0955; PATTERNS, MEDIUM POUCH, CAS

2-6-0956; PATTERNS, LARGE POUCH, CAS

2-6-0957; PATTERNS, SMALL REVERSIBLE POUCH, CAS

2-6-0958; PATTERNS, MEDIUM REVERSIBLE POUCH, CAS

2-6-0959; PATTERNS, ELASTIC PANEL, CAS

2-6-0960; PATTERNS, DOUBLE POCKET PANEL, CAS

2-6-0961; PATTERNS, TRIPLE POCKET PANEL, CAS

2-6-0962; PATTERNS, STACKED POCKET PANEL, CAS

2-6-0963; IDENTIFICATION & INSTRUCTION LABEL

(Copies of specifications, standards and drawings required by contractors in connection with specification procurement functions should be obtained from the procuring activity or as directed by the Contracting Officer).

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 these documents are those cited in the solicitation or contract.

AEROSPACE INDUSTRIES ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA INC.

AIA/NAS NASM 16491 - Grommet, Metallic, (General Specification for)

AIA/NAS NASM 20652/1 - Eyelets, Metallic, Rolled Flange Type and Eyelet Washer

(Copies are available online at http://www.aia-aerospace.org or from the Aerospace Industries

Association of America Inc., 1000 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 1700, Arlington, VA 22209-3928 or from the IHS Standards Store at https://www.ihs.com/industry/standards-and-regulations.html) http://www.aia-aerospace.org/ https://www.ihs.com/industry/standards-and-regulations.html https://www.ihs.com/industry/standards-and-regulations.html

AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF TEXTILE CHEMISTS AND COLORISTS (AATCC)

AATCC Method 8 - Colorfastness to Crocking: AATCC Crockmeter Method

AATCC Method 15 - Colorfastness to Perspiration

AATCC Method 16.2 - Colorfastness to Light: Carbon Arc

AATCC Method 16.3 - Colorfastness to Light: Xenon

AATCC Method 22 - Water Repellency: Spray Test

AATCC Method 61 - Colorfastness to Laundering: Accelerated

AATCC Method 119 - Color Change Due to Flat Abrasion (frosting) Screen Wire

Method

AATCC Method 127 - Water Resistance: Hydrostatic Pressure Test

AATCC Procedure 1 - Gray Scale for Color Change

AATCC Procedure 2 - Gray Scale for Staining

AATCC Procedure 8 - AATCC 9-Step Chromatic Transference Scale

AATCC Procedure 9 - Visual Assessment of Color Difference of Textiles

(Copies of are available online at http://www.aatcc.org or from the American Association of

Textile Chemists and Colorists, P.O. Box 12215, Research Triangle Park, NC 27709-2215)

AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR QUALITY

ANSI/ASQ Z1.4 - Sampling Procedures and Tables for Inspection by

Attributes

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ASTM D204 -Standard Test Method for Sewing Threads

ASTM D1777 -Standard Test Method for Thickness of Textile Materials

ASTM D3574 -Standard Test Methods for Flexible Cellular Materials

Slab, Bonded, and Molded Urethane Foams

ASTM D3575 -Standard Test Methods for Flexible Cellular Materials

Made From Olefin Polymers

ASTM D3775 -Standard Test Method for Warp (End) and Filling (Pick)

Count of Woven Fabrics

ASTM D3776 -Standard Test Methods for Mass per Unit Area (Weight) of

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ASTM D5034 -Standard Test method for Breaking Strength and Elongation of Textile Fabrics: Grab Test

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ASTM D6193 -Standard Practice for Stitches and Seams

ASTM D6576 -Standard Specification for Flexible Cellular Rubber Chemically

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ASTM F1306 -Standard Test Method for Slow Rate Penetration Resistance of

Flexible Barrier Films and Laminates

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ISO 527-3 - Plastics - Determination of tensile properties - Part 3:

Test conditions for films and sheets

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US FDA 21 CFR 175.300 - Compliance with FDA for resinous and polymeric coatings

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Regulation EC 1935/2004 - European Community Regulation on materials and articles intended to come into contact with food

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EN 13868:2002 -Test Methods for Kinking of Single Lumen Catheters and Medical

Tubing

2.4 Order of precedence. Unless otherwise noted herein or in the contract, 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 test and lot acceptance test. Complete FILBE samples, unless otherwise stated, representing full production quality, shall be subjected to First Article Testing (FAT) in accordance with paragraph 4.3 and Quality Conformance Inspection in accordance with paragraph 4.4.

3.2 System requirements.

3.2.1 Fit. FILBE components shall fit the United States Marine Corps 2nd percentile female to 98th percentile male anthropometrics.

3.2.2 Compatibility. FILBE components shall be compatible with currently fielded ballistic protection equipment, individual equipment, uniforms and weapons.

3.2.3 Empty weight. When annotated, the FILBE components shall not exceed the maximum empty weight when tested as specified in paragraph 4.5.3. Empty weight is defined as dry component, free of external equipment while maintaining all functional capability.

3.2.3.1 USMC Pack System. The complete USMC Pack System with all system components shall not exceed 288.0 ounces:

a. Main Bag: The weight of one (1) main bag shall not exceed 80.0 ounces. One (1) main bag included per system.

b. Frame: The weight of one (1) frame shall not exceed 32.0 ounces. One (1) frame included per system.

c. Shoulder Harness: The weight of one (1) shoulder harness shall not exceed 35.0 ounces. One (1) shoulder harness included per system.

d. Hip Belt: The weight of one (1) hip belt shall not exceed 25.0 ounces. One (1) hip belt included per system.

e. Assault Pack: The weight of one (1) assault pack shall not exceed 70.0 ounces.

One (1) assault pack per system.

f. Assault Pouch: The weight of one (1) assault pouch shall not exceed 7.0 ounces.

One (1) assault pouch included per system.

g. Sustainment Pouch: The weight of one (1) sustainment pouch shall not exceed

7.0 ounces. Two (2) sustainment pouches included per system.

h. Hydration Pouch: The weight of one (1) hydration pouch shall not exceed

6.0 ounces. Two (2) hydration pouches included per system.

i. Hydration Bladder System: The weight of one (1) bladder system shall not exceed

9.0 ounces. One (1) hydration bladder system included per system.

j. Sternum Cinch: The weight of one (1) sternum cinch shall not exceed 4.0 ounces.

One (1) sternum cinch included per system.

3.2.3.2 USMC Holster. The complete leg shroud platform with attached holster and quick disconnect adapters shall not exceed 28.0 ounces.

3.2.3.3 Corpsman Assault System. The complete Corpsman Assault System with all system components shall not exceed 192.0 ounces:

a. Medical Assault Pack: The weight of one (1) Medical Assault Pack shall not exceed 65.0 ounces. One (1) medical assault pack included per system.

b. Medical Sustainment Bag: The weight of one (1) Medical Sustainment Bag shall not exceed 34.0 ounces. One (1) medical sustainment bag included per system.

c. Medical Thigh Rig: The weight of one (1) Medical Thigh Rig shall not exceed

12.0 ounces. One (1) medical thigh rig included per system.

d. Modular Medical Pouch: The weight of one (1) Modular Medical Pouch shall not exceed 14.0 ounces. One (1) modular medical pouch included per system.

e. Narc Pouch: The weight of one (1) Narc Pouch shall not exceed 3.0 ounces. One

(1) narc pouch included per system.

f. Medium Pouch: The weight of one (1) Medium Pouch shall not exceed 4.0 ounces. Two (2) medium pouches included per system.

g. Large Pouch: The weight of one (1) Large pouch shall not exceed 5.0 ounces.

Two (2) large pouches included per system.

h. Small Reversible Pouch: The weight of one (1) small reversible Pouch shall not exceed 5.0 ounces. Two (2) small reversible pouches included per system.

i. Medium Reversible Pouch: The weight of one (1) medium Reversible Pouch shall not exceed 7.0 ounces. Two (2) medium reversible pouches included per system.

j. Elastic Panel: The weight of one (1) Elastic Panel shall not exceed 3.0 ounces.

Two (2) elastic panels included per system.

k. Double Pocket Panel: The weight of one (1) Double Pocket Panel shall not exceed 5.0 ounces. One (1) double pocket panel included per system.

l. Triple Pocket Panel: The weight of one (1) Triple Pocket Panel shall not exceed

6.0 ounces. One (1) triple pocket panel included per system.

m. Stacked Pocket Panel: The weight of one (1) Stacked Pocket panel shall not exceed 5.0 ounces. One (1) stacked pocket panel included per system.

3.2.4 Care and Use Manual/Instruction Card. All Care and Use Manuals/Instruction Cards

(PCN 500 110032 00) shall provide the Marine with information necessary for installation, operation, maintenance, and training purposes.

3.2.5 Defects. FILBE Components shall be free of the defects listed in Table XIII.

3.2.6 Dimensions. The FILBE components shall conform to all the dimensions indicated in the drawings listed in paragraph 2.2.2 and Table XIV.

3.2.7 Berry Compliant. All components, materials, and items shall be compliant with the

Berry Amendment.

3.3 USMC Pack. See paragraph 1.3.1 for a complete listing of USMC Pack subsystems and components.

3.3.1 Main Pack. The Main Pack of the USMC Pack is composed of one (1) Frame, one (1)

Shoulder Harness Assembly, one (1) Hip Belt, and one (1) Main Bag. The sustainment pouches, hydration pouches, and assault pouch are attachable to the Main Pack’s Pouch

Attachment Ladder System (PALS) webbing. The main pack shall have no ruptured seams, visual damage to frame, fabric, or components when tested as specified in paragraph 4.8.2.

3.3.1.1 Frame. The USMC Pack Frame shall be capable of allowing the main pack to securely mount onto it without the use of tools. The frame shall be made of a lightweight, high strength polymer that is resistant to fracture. When used in conjunction with the hip belt and shoulder harness, the frame shall distribute the load contained in the pack onto the user’s hips and shoulders. The frame shall be shaped in order to properly integrate with all fielded body armor systems. The frame shall be in accordance with USMC Pack drawing number 2-6-0805:

Frame, USMC Pack. The Main Pack Frame shall be Down East Inc. P/N 1606MC or equivalent. Color shall be Coyote 498.

3.3.1.2 Shoulder Harness Assembly. The Shoulder Harness shall be able to be rigidly mounted onto the Main Pack Frame without the use of tools. The harness shall be able to be moved up or down on the frame in order to accommodate different torso lengths. The harness shall have adjustable, padded shoulder straps that are used to carry the main pack. Adjustable load lifter straps shall attach the shoulder straps to the top of the harness in order to pull the load carried in closer to the user’s body. A sternum strap attaching the two shoulder straps together shall allow the shoulder straps to be properly positioned on the user’s body. In the case of an emergency doffing situation, the shoulder straps shall be able to be quickly separated using quick release hardware, allowing the pack to fall off the user. The shoulder harness assembly shall be constructed with the following specified materials.

a. Cloth as specified in 3.9.7.1 and 3.9.7.2

b. Buckles as specified in 3.9.1.2.1, 3.9.1.2.6, 3.9.1.2.8 and 3.9.1.2.9

c. Webbing and tape as specified in 3.9.4.1, 3.9.4.2, 3.9.4.5 and 3.9.4.8

d. Oval rings as specified in 3.9.1.8.1

e. Snap fasteners as specified in 3.9.1.5.1

f. Friction buckles as specified in 3.9.1.9.1 and 3.9.1.9.2

g. Stiffeners as specified in 3.9.3.3 and 3.9.3.6

h. Foam as specified in 3.9.2.4 and 3.9.2.8

The shoulder harness assembly shall be constructed in accordance with USMC Pack drawing numbers 2-6-0896: Shoulder Harness Assembly, USMC Pack; 2-6-0906: Shoulder Harness, USMC Pack; and 2-6-0927: Patterns, Shoulder Harness.

3.3.1.3 Hip Belt. The Hip Belt shall be able to be rigidly mounted onto the Main Pack

Frame without the use of tools. The hip belt shall be able to be securely tightened around the user’s hips and fastened with a buckle. The hip belt shall tighten with a forward motion. The hip belt shall transfer the majority of the load contained in the pack onto the user’s hips, reducing the weight burden on the user’s upper body. The hip belt shall be constructed with the following specified materials.

a. Cloth as specified in 3.9.7.1 and 3.9.7.2

b. Buckles as specified in 3.9.1.2.7 and 3.9.1.2.16

c. Webbing and tape as specified in 3.9.4.1, 3.9.4.3, and 3.9.4.8

d. Oval rings as specified in 3.9.1.8.1

e. Friction buckles as specified in 3.9.1.9.4 and 3.9.1.9.6

f. Stiffeners as specified in 3.9.3.3

g. Foam as specified in 3.9.2.5, 3.9.2.6 and 3.9.2.7

The hip belt shall be constructed in accordance with USMC Pack drawing numbers 2-6-0890:

Hip Belt Assembly, USMC Pack and 2-6-0923: Patterns, Hip Belt.

3.3.1.4 Main Bag. The main bag shall consist of two (2) compartments separated by a shelf.

The bag shall be able to be converted into one large compartment by opening a slide fastener located on the shelf. The bag shall be able to be closed at the top using cord and a locking hardware device. The bag shall have an extendable collar made of water resistant nylon material that extends approximately twelve inches and is capable of being independently closed. A lid containing a pocket shall cover the top of the main bag. The exterior of the bag shall have PALS webbing used to mount modular pouches. One (1) large sleeve per each side shall be capable of retaining long items such as mortars or skis. Below each sleeve shall be a stretchable pocket in order to aid in the retention of the long item being carried. The bag shall have a handle on the top to aid in carrying when not worn on the back and two handles on the back to aid in donning. The bag shall have webbing straps attached to the exterior used to compress smaller loads carried. The bag shall be capable of internally carrying a radio. The radio pouch shall be able to accommodate the Single Channel Ground Airborne Radio System

(SINCGARS) radio and the Advanced Lightweight SINCGARS Improved Program (ASIP) radio when tested as specified in paragraph The main bag shall be constructed with the following materials:

a. Cloth as specified in 3.9.7.2. and 3.9.7.5

b. Webbing and tape as specified in 3.9.4.1, 3.9.4.2, 3.9.4.3, and 3.9.4.8

c. Elastic webbing as specified in 3.9.5.1

d. Buckles as specified in 3.9.1.2.10, 3.9.1.2.16, and 3.9.1.2.23

e. D-rings as specified in 3.9.1.3.2

f. Oval ring as specified in 3.9.1.8.1

g. Slide fasteners as specified in 3.9.9.3, 3.9.9.4, 3.9.9.6, 3.9.9.7, and 3.9.9.8

h. Friction buckles as specified in 3.9.1.9.7

i. Barrel lock as specified in 3.9.1.1.2

j. Cord as specified in 3.9.10.3

k. Grommets as specified in 3.9.1.6.1

m. Hook and loop fasteners as specified in 3.9.6

The main bag shall be in accordance with USMC Pack drawing numbers 2-6-0894: USMC

Main Pack Assembly; 2-6-0903: Lid, USMC Main Pack Assembly; and 2-6-0925: Patterns, Main Bag.

3.3.1.4.1 Volume, Main Bag. The approximate internal volume of the main pack shall be 3400 cubic inches in the main compartment and 1600 cubic inches in the lower compartment.

3.3.2 Assault Pack. The Assault Pack shall consist of one (1) main compartment and a fixed front pocket. The main compartment and the front pocket shall be able to be closed using slide fasteners. Mesh pockets on the inside of the main compartment and front pocket shall keep small items secure. A lightweight, removable plastic stiffener shall give the assault pack rigidity. The edges of the plastic stiffener shall have no sharp edges. The exterior of the assault pack shall have PALS webbing used to mount modular pouches. The assault pack shall have padded shoulder straps and a hip belt that can both be tucked away inside the assault pack when not being used. The assault pack shall be capable of attaching onto the top of the main pack. The assault pack shall have webbing straps attached to the exterior which can be used to compress smaller loads. The assault pack shall be capable of internally carrying a radio. The radio pouch shall be able to accommodate the SINCGARS radio and the ASIP radio when tested as specified paragraph 4.6.5.3. The assault pack shall be constructed with the following materials:

a. Cloth as specified in 3.9.7.1, 3.9.7.2, 3.9.7.5, and 3.9.7.6

b. Webbings and tapes as specified in 3.9.4.1, 3.9.4.2, 3.9.4.3, and 3.9.4.8

c. Buckles as specified in 3.9.1.2.1, 3.9.1.2.10, 3.9.1.2.16, and 3.9.1.2.22

d. Friction buckles as specified in 3.9.1.9.2 and 3.9.1.9.7

e. Slide fasteners as specified in 3.9.9.5 and 3.9.9.7

f. Stiffeners as specified in 3.9.3.3

g. D-ring as specified in 3.9.1.3.2

h. Hook and loop fasteners as specified in 3.9.6

i. Thread as specified in 3.9.8.1 and 3.9.8.2

j. Cord as specified in 3.9.10.3

k. Grommet as specified in 3.9.1.6.1

l. Foam as specified in 3.9.2.3 and 3.9.2.8

The assault pack shall be constructed in accordance with the following USMC Pack drawing numbers:

a. 2-6-0892: Assault Pack Assembly, USMC Pack

b. 2-6-0897: Front Pocket Assembly, Assault Pack

c. 2-6-0898: Shoulder Harness Assembly, Assault Pack

d. 2-6-0902: Shoulder Harness Pocket Assembly, Assault Pack

e. 2-6-0905: Handle Assembly, Assault Pack

f. 2-6-0926: Patterns, Assault Pack

3.3.2.1 Volume, Assault Pack. The Assault Pack shall have an approximate internal volume of 1525 cubic inches in the main compartment and 300 cubic inches in the front pocket.

3.3.3 Assault Pouch. One (1) Assault Pouch shall be included with the USMC Pack. The pouch shall be capable of being mounted onto PALS webbing. The pouch shall have a means to allow water to drain from the bottom. A slide fastener along the top of the pouch shall secure the pouch closed. The assault pouch shall be constructed with the following materials:

b. Webbing and tapes as specified in 3.9.4.1, 3.9.4.8

c. Slide fasteners as specified in 3.9.9.9

d. Cord as specified in 3.9.10.3

e. Grommet as specified in 3.9.1.6.1

f. Snap fastener as specified in 3.9.1.5.1

g. Stiffener as specified in 3.9.3.5

h. Thread as specified 3.9.8.1 and 3.9.8.2

The assault pouch shall be in accordance with USMC Pack drawing numbers 2-6-0889: Assault

Pouch Assembly, USMC Pack and 2-6-0922: Patterns, Assault Pouch.

3.3.4 Sustainment Pouch. Two (2) Sustainment Pouches shall be included with the USMC

Pack. The pouches shall be able to be mounted to PALS webbing. The pouches shall be able to be closed using cord and a locking hardware device. A lid capable of being fastened down with a buckle shall cover the top opening of each pouch. Each pouch shall have an extendable collar made of water resistant nylon material that is independently capable of being closed.

The pouches shall have a means to allow water to drain from the bottom. Each pouch shall have an approximate internal volume of 500 cubic inches. The sustainment pouch shall be

a. Cloth as specified in 3.9.7.2, 3.9.7.3

b. Webbing and tapes as specified in 3.9.4.1 and 3.9.4.8

c. Buckles as specified in 3.9.1.2.10 and 3.9.1.2.16

d. Grommet as specified in 3.9.1.6.1

e. Cord as specified in 3.9.10.3

f. Snap fastener as specified in 3.9.1.5.1

g. Barrel lock as specified in 3.9.1.1.2

i. Threat as specified in 3.9.8.1 and 3.9.8.2

The sustainment pouches shall be in accordance with USMC Pack drawing numbers 2-6-0891:

Sustainment Pouch Assembly, USMC Pack and 2-6-0924: Patterns, Sustainment Pouch.

3.3.5 Hydration Pouch. Two (2) Hydration Pouches shall be included with the USMC Pack.

The Hydration Pouches shall be capable of being mounted onto PALS webbing. Each pouch shall be capable of carrying one (1) full 100 ounce hydration bladder (also known as a reservoir). A hydration pouch lid capable of being fastened down with a buckle shall cover the top opening of each pouch. A loop, located at the top of the inside rear pouch panel, shall allow the bladder to be hooked onto the hydration pouch minimizing bladder movement. The pouch shall have a means to allow water to drain from the bottom. The hydration pouch shall be shall be constructed with the following materials:

b. Webbing and tapes as specified in 3.9.4.1, 3.9.4.5, and 3.9.4.8

c. Buckles as specified in 3.9.1.2.10, 3.9.1.2.16

d. Grommets as specified in 3.9.1.6.1

e. Cord as specified in 3.9.10.3

f. Snap fastener as specified in 3.9.1.5.1

g. Thread as specified in 3.9.81 and 3.9.8.2

The hydration pouches shall be in accordance with USMC Pack drawing numbers 2-6-0887:

Hydration Pouch Assembly, USMC Pack and 2-6-0921: Patterns, Hydration Pouch.

3.3.6 Hydration Carrier. The Hydration Carrier shall provide a Marine with the capability to drink while road marching with a loaded Main Pack, without the need to stop. The Hydration

Carrier shall be capable of being worn with shoulder straps. Two (2) small pockets on the front of the carrier shall allow the user to secure small items. One (1) of the pockets shall be covered with PALS webbing in order to allow attachment of modular pouches and other mission essential items. A lid, secured with two slide fasteners, shall cover the top opening of the carrier. The second pocket shall be located in the lid and shall be able to accommodate

USMC microbiological filters and/or water treatment tablets. The Hydration Carrier shall come with four (4) ITW Grimloc buckles or equivalent (section 3.9.1.2.14). The buckles shall be placed in the front pocket of the Hydration Carrier. The Hydration Carrier shall be

a. Cloth as specified in 3.9.7.2, 3.9.7.4, and 3.9.7.5

b. Webbing and tape as specified in 3.9.4.1, 3.9.4.2, 3.9.4.5, 3.9.4.7, 3.9.4.8, 3.9.4.9, and 3.9.4.10

c. Buckles as specified in 3.9.1.2.10, 3.9.1.2.14, 3.9.1.2.16, 3.9.1.2.20, and

3.9.1.2.21

j. Slide Fastener as specified in 3.9.9.1 and 3.9.9.2

k. Thread as specified in 3.9.8.1 and 3.9.8.2

l. Cord as specified in 3.9.10.3

m. Hook and loop fastener as specified in 3.9.6

n. Foam as specified in 3.9.2.9

o. Elastic Webbing as specified in 3.9.5.1 and 3.9.5.5

p. Friction buckles as specified in 3.9.1.9.3, 3.9.1.9.10 and 3.9.1.9.13

q. D-ring as specified in 3.9.1.3.1

The hydration carrier shall be in accordance with USMC Pack drawing numbers 2-6-0893:

Hydration Carrier Assembly, USMC Pack; 2-6-0908: Front Pocket, Hydration Carrier, USMC Pack; and 2-6-0920: Patterns, Hydration Carrier.

3.3.7 Hydration Bladder System. The Hydration Bladder System shall fit securely in the

Hydration Carrier (see 3.3.6) and shall include a front opening (fill port) to facilitate filling or emptying. The Hydration Bladder System shall include one (1) hydration bladder, one (1) hydration tube with cover, one (1) tube holder and one (1) hydration bite valve with cover. The

Hydration System shall provide the Marine with an ability to transfer liquid from a hydration bladder to the Marine’s mouth while on-the-move. The system shall self-seal when not activated and be able to be placed in a hands free mode (i.e. “on” position). All connection points on the hydration bladder shall be compatible with USMC microbiological filters and currently fielded hydration tubes. The entire system shall be able to support a static load of

500 pounds without leaking when the bite valve is self-sealed and all other valves are closed while at room temperature (see 3.3.7.4). The hydration bladder shall be in accordance with

USMC Pack drawing numbers 2-6-0907: Bladder, Hydration System, USMC Pack. The

Hydration Bladder System shall be CamelBak P/N 90817 (Bulk) or CamelBak P/N 90913

(Single), or equivalent.

3.3.7.1 Hydration Bladder. The bladder shall allow filling to full capacity while inserted or while not inserted into the carrier. The hydration bladder shall be able to maintain a sealed system when being removed or inserted into the hydration pouch or hydration carrier. The hydration bladder shall have a handle or grab point that allows for secure handling when opening, filling and closing. The hydration bladder shall meet following requirements.

3.3.7.1.1 Capacity. The bladder shall have a minimum capacity of 100 ounces (± 1.0 ounce).

3.3.7.1.2 Cap/fill port. The cap of the hydration bladder shall tighten securely but be designed so that it cannot be over-tightened. The cap of the bladder shall be able to be opened and closed with one hand while wearing USMC issued Mission Oriented Protective Posture

(MOPP) gloves and Flame Resistant (FR) gloves. The cap shall be on a tether attached to a point on the Hydration Bladder System to prevent loss.

3.3.7.1.3 Bladder. The design of the bladder shall allow for a hand (80 millimeters minimum) to fit into the interior of the bladder in order for it to be cleaned. When fully filled with 100 ounces of water, the bladder thickness shall not exceed a total thickness of 3.0 inches.

3.3.7.1.4 Material. The bladder shall be constructed from rugged, puncture resistant film with high tensile strength and burst resistant seams. The hydration bladder film shall accept a shock and deform elastically. The following tests may be performed by the Government in order to determine conformance:

a. The bladder filled to capacity shall be laid flat and compressed at the midline with a 20 square inch round anvil on an Instron test machine with a 1000 pound cell. It shall be set at 500 pounds cyclic compression. Mechanical valves that restrict the flow of water to the bite valve shall be closed during the test. There shall be no damage or leakage after three (3) cycles at a speed of 0.5 inches/minute.

b. The hydration bladder film shall meet a minimum puncture force of 90 N when tested to ASTM F1306 with a stylus of 3.2 millimeters diameter moving at a velocity of 25 millimeters/minute.

c. Permanent deformation under stress shall be less than 25 percent (%) when tested to ISO 527-3 with the following conditions:

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3.3.7.1.5 Antimicrobial. The bladder and tube shall have an antimicrobial treatment in the bladder material that will continuously inhibit fungus and bacteria from growing on all surfaces. The antimicrobial agent shall not contain Triclosan or other compounds which can degrade to dioxin or other harmful byproducts. The bladder film shall meet with the requirements of water/drink containers and have an independent approval to meet either US

FDA requirements for food-grade materials or European equivalents (see 2.3).

3.3.7.1.6 Quick Disconnect. The bladder shall have a female connection point where the tube connects via a male counterpart. The female connection point shall have a release button and an auto shut-off valve that engages when the tube is disconnected. The connection piece shall be made from food-grade materials. The auto-shutoff mechanism, release button mechanism, and the corresponding mating components of the female connector shall be functionally and dimensionally compliant with CPC P/N 3038100 or equivalent. The opposite portion of the female connector which marries to the bladder may be of a different configuration than on P/N

3038100 to meet the specific requirements of the bladder.

3.3.7.2 Hydration Tube with Cover. The Hydration Tube shall contain one (1) on/off (shut off) switch integrated with a female connection point adjacent to the male hydration bite valve connection point. The male connector shall be functionally and dimensionally compliant with

CPC P/N APC22004 or equivalent, manufactured in food-grade materials compliant with U.S.

FDA standards (see 2.3). The female connector which marries to the delivery tube shall be functionally and dimensionally compliant with CPC P/N APC170-04 or equivalent. The shut off valve is a single operation type by a lever action.

a. When the male tube connector is detached from the female connection point on the hydration bladder, the female connection point on the hydration bladder shall automatically seal, preventing liquid from leaking from the bladder.

b. When the bite valve is detached from the bite valve female connection point and the shut off valve is in the “off” position, liquid shall not leak out of the bite valve female connection point. Note: if the bite valve is lost or removed, the user shall be able to drink liquid directly from the bite valve female connection point by turning the shut off valve to the “on” position. To stop the flow of liquid, the user shall be able to manually turn the shut off valve to the “off” position.

3.3.7.2.1 Tube Dimensions. The hydration tube length shall be a minimum of 100 centimeters long. The tube shall have an inside diameter of 5.5 millimeters minimum and an outside diameter of 11.0 millimeters maximum.

3.3.7.2.2 Tube Cover. The hydration tube shall be equipped with a Coyote 498 sleeve that protects the tube from both Ultraviolet (UV) exposure and abrasion.

3.3.7.2.3 Kink Distance. The hydration tube including installed sleeve shall meet a maximum kink distance of 7.5 inches (190 mm) when tested to EN 13868 Annex A (short term kink resistance).

3.3.7.2.4 Material. The hydration tube shall be free of hazardous phthalates as specified in the REACH Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 & limits for Substances for Very High

Concern and California Proposition 65: Regulation of substance known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. The tube shall have fitment retention strength greater than 50 pounds between the tube and fittings tested at room temperature after a 6-hour heat cycle at 65°C and 85 percent (%) humidity. The water contact material of the tube shall meet with the requirements of water/drink containers and have independent approval to meet either US FDA requirements for food-grade materials or European equivalent (see

2.3).

3.3.7.3 Tube Holder. The Hydration Tube shall be equipped with an attaching mechanism that allows the user to…