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Masking and Cleaning of Epoxy and Polyester Matrix Thermosetting Composite Materials

2020-02-28
WIP
ARP4916A
This SAE Aerospace Recommended Practice (ARP) describes methods of masking and cleaning commercial aircraft, epoxy and polyester matrix, composite parts prior to their entry into the composites shop, masking and cleaning of on-wing repair areas in preparation for carrying out repairs and wipe cleaning during repair and prior to bonding. It this document is used for the masking or cleaning of materials other than epoxy and polyester matrix thermosetting composite materials, the fitness for this purpose must be determined by the user.

The methods of masking and cleaning described in this document have specific limited application and are not interchangeable. The methods shall only be used when specified in an approved repair procedure or with the agreement of the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) or regulatory authority.

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MASKING AND CLEANING OF EPOXY AND POLYESTER MATRIX THERMOSETTING COMPOSITE MATERIALS

2011-11-16
CURRENT
ARP4916
This SAE Aerospace Recommended Practice (ARP) describes methods of masking and cleaning commercial aircraft, epoxy and polyester matrix, composite parts prior to their entry into the composites shop, masking and cleaning of on-wing repair areas in preparation for carrying out repairs and wipe cleaning during repair and prior to bonding. If this document is used for the masking or cleaning of materials other than epoxy and polyester matrix thermosetting composite materials, the fitness for this purpose must be determined by the user. The methods of masking and cleaning described in this document have specific limited application and are not interchangeable. The methods shall only be used when specified in an approved repair procedure or with the agreement of the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) or regulatory authority.
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Vacuum Bagging of Thermosetting Composite Repairs

2011-11-16
HISTORICAL
ARP5143
This Aerospace Recommended Practice (ARP) describes methods of vacuum bagging, a process used to apply pressure in adhesive bonding and heat curing of thermosetting epoxy and polyester matrix fabrications for commercial aircraft composite parts. If this document is used for the vacuum bagging of other than thermosetting epoxy and polyester materials, the fitness for this purpose must be determined by the user. The methods shall only be used when specified in an approved repair document or with the agreement of the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) or regulatory authority.
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Carbon Fiber Fabric Repair Prepreg, 125 °C (250 °F) Vacuum Curing Part 2 - Qualification Program for Fiber, Fabric, Resin and Film Adhesive

1999-12-01
HISTORICAL
AMS3970/2
AMS 3970/2 gives specific information about the qualification program for carbon fiber reinforced epoxy structural repair prepreg systems, applicable for 125 °C (250 °F) vacuum curing. The prepreg system may include an epoxy film adhesive to be applied in a co-curing process with the prepreg for joint and sandwich bonding. The need for a film adhesive shall be established during screening tests.
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Carbon Fiber Fabric Repair Prepreg, 120 °C (250 °F) Vacuum Curing Part 2 - Qualification Program for Fiber, Fabric, Carbon Prepreg, Film Adhesive and Non-Structural Glass Prepreg

2016-12-06
CURRENT
AMS3970/2A
AMS3970/2 gives specific information about the qualification program for carbon fiber reinforced epoxy structural repair prepreg systems, applicable for 120 °C (250 °F) vacuum curing. The prepreg system may include an epoxy film adhesive to be applied in a co-curing process with the prepreg for joint and sandwich bonding. The need for a film adhesive shall be established during screening tests.
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Vacuum Bagging of Thermosetting Composite and Metalbond Repairs

2023-08-14
CURRENT
ARP5143A
This Aerospace Recommended Practice (ARP) describes methods of vacuum bagging, a process used to apply pressure in adhesive bonding and heat curing of thermosetting composite materials and metalbond for commercial aircraft parts. If this document is used for the vacuum bagging of other than thermosetting composite materials and metalbond, the fitness for this purpose must be determined by the user. The methods shall only be used when specified in an approved Repair Document or with the agreement of the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM).
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Machining of Composite Materials, Components and Structures

2015-04-15
CURRENT
AIR5367
This SAE Aerospace Information Report (AIR) provides information related to machining of composite materials, components and structures. This document is intended to supplement the machining processes and guidelines provided in OEM repair manuals and structural repair manuals. It is not intended to supersede the approved data provided in OEM repair documents.
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Carbon Fiber Fabric Repair Prepreg, 120 °C (250 °F) Vacuum Curing Part 6 - Material Specification: Carbon Fiber Fabric Reinforced Epoxy Prepreg for Repair, Plain Weave Fabric, 193 g/m2, Adhesive Film for Repair and Non-Structural Glass Fiber Fabric Reinforced Epoxy Prepreg, 105 g/m2

2016-12-05
CURRENT
AMS3970/6
This Material Specification defines the requirements of carbon fiber reinforced epoxy prepreg for repair, 120 °C (250 °F) Vacuum curing, Plain Weave Fabric, 193 g/m2 and a companion non-structural glass fiber fabric reinforced epoxy prepreg, 105 g/m2, qualified according to AMS3970/1 and AMS3970/2 for aerospace application. The prepreg system may include an epoxy film adhesive to be applied in a co-curing process with the prepreg for joint and sandwich bonding. The need for a film adhesive shall be established during screening tests. If included, the requirements to be met by the adhesive are also defined in this document.
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COMPOSITE REPAIR NDT/NDI HANDBOOK

2011-11-16
CURRENT
ARP5089
This document provides background information on the design, application, repair and inspection of composite structures, including metal bonding, used on civil transport aircraft. The objective of this document is to assist inspectors to know where to expect composite and metal bonded parts on the aircraft, to understand the capabilities of current NDT methods and to aid interpretation of inspection results. This document does not contain inspection procedures. It is intended to be informative and should not be used singularly, that is, it does not override any instructions that may be issued within a manufacturer's or operator's published documentation.
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Core Restoration of Thermosetting Composite Components

1998-12-01
HISTORICAL
ARP4991
This SAE Aerospace Recommended Practice (ARP) describes standard methods for restoring damaged core on commercial aircraft sandwich structures. It currently applies to wet lay up repairs only. The methods shall only be used when specified in an approved repair procedure or with the agreement of the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) or regulatory authority. The repair materials shall be defined in the approved repairs referencing these methods.
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Core Restoration of Thermosetting Composite Components

2014-02-03
CURRENT
ARP4991A
This SAE Aerospace Recommended Practice (ARP) describes standard methods for restoring damaged core on commercial aircraft sandwich structures. The methods shall only be used when specified in an approved repair procedure or with the agreement of the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) or regulatory authority. The repair materials shall be defined in the approved repairs referencing these methods.
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Solid Composite Laminate NDI Reference Standards

2011-12-20
CURRENT
ARP5605A
This recommended practice establishes a generic composite reference standard that will accommodate nondestructive inspections (NDI) on the full array of glass fiber and carbon fiber laminates found on aircraft.
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