TM 10-1670-327-23&P
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SPRING COMPRESSION TEST TUBE 32-POUND WEIGHT - continued
Top Circular Disk
7 5/8-inch long, 3/8-inch
diameter Aluminum Rod
(Carrying Handle)
24-inch x 11-inch
Rectangular Piece
Formed
Bottom Circular Disk
Figure 4. Fabricating 32-pound Weight (continued).
5. Position the bottom disk flush with the bottom of the rectangular piece when the weld is made.
6. Position the carrying handle even with the top of the rectangular piece and weld in place.
Carrying Handle
2 in
Top Circular Disk
Welded Seam
Figure 5. Fabricating 32-pound Weight (continued).
NOTE
The overall weight when complete will not exceed 32-pounds. Weight higher than 25-
pounds will result in unnecessary replacement of ejector spring.
7. Drill a hole in the top disk. Do not make the diameter of the hole any larger than needed to fill the
weight.
8. Suggested materials for weight include BBs, birdshot, or sand. Fill the cylinder to no less than 24-lbs,
12-oz and no more than 24-lbs, 15-oz.
9. Permanently close the hole ensuring no filter weight loss occurs. Welding the hole closed is
recommended.
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