MIL-DTL-1716 Pole, Tent, Telescopic, Adjustable 5 Feet To 9 Feet, MagnesiumThis specification covers one type and size of tubular magnesium telescopic tent pole. The pole is expandable from 5 feet to 9 feet in length according to the following adjustments: 5 feet - 0 inches, 5 feet - 8 inches, 6 feet - 2 inches, 7 feet - 0 inches, 8 feet - 3 inches, 8 feet - 6 inches, 9 feet - 0 inches

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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 (except for related associated specifications or specification sheets),

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 Materials.

3.2.1 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.

3.2.2 Magnesium alloy.

3.2.2.1 Tube. Magnesium alloy tubes shall conform to composition AZ31B of

ASTM B 107/B 107M.

3.2.2.2 Die castings. Magnesium alloy die casting shall conform to magnesium alloy AZ91B

of ASTM B 94.

3.2.3 Aluminum alloy die castings. Aluminum alloy die castings shall conform to alloy

number A-380.0 of ASTM B85.

3.2.4 Steel.

3.2.4.1 Strip, alloy. Alloy steel strip shall conform to alloy steel number 6150 hot rolled

condition of SAE J404.

3.2.4.2 Strip, low carbon. Low carbon steel strip shall conform to chemical compositions

1008-1020, any quality, temper and finish in accordance with ASTM A 366.

3.2.4.3 Sheet, medium and high carbon. Medium and high carbon steel sheet shall conform

to composition SAE number 1050, cold rolled, annealed last of QQ-S-700.

3.2.4.4 Wire alloy. Alloy steel wire shall conform to ASTM A 231 except that the wire shall

be flat with 1/64 inch radii on edges.

3.2.5 Solder. Solder shall conform to ANSI J-STD-004, J-STD-005 and J-STD-006.

3.2.6 Pins, spring. Spring pins shall conform to MS 16562-24.