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Document ID:   MIL-STD-101       Scroll down to access document images

Overview
Title:  Color Code for Pipelines and for Compressed Gas Cylinders
Scope:  This standard establishes a common color code for visual warnings to accompany the written identification of materials covered in piping systems and contained in compressed gas cylinders, and to facilitate the segregation of these cylinders at depots. This standard does not define the manner or conditions under which these materials may be used safely.
Status:  Active Document Date:  21-APR-2025      
  Next Review Due:  20-APR-2030
8120 Doc Category:   Military Standard -Standard Practice  

Responsibilities
Lead Standardization Activity:  GS  DLA Aviation - Richmond  
  Preparing Activity: EA  Edgewood Chemical Biological Center (ECBC)
Coordination:  Full  
Army Custodian:  EA   Edgewood Chemical Biological Center (ECBC)  
Navy Custodian:  SH   Naval Sea Systems Command (Ship Systems)  
Air Force Custodian:  68   Air Force Petroleum Office (AFPET/PTP)  

Changes to military standards or handbooks issued after August 1, 2003 are incorporated in the modified document.
Revision History Click on column headings for a description of column content.
MediaDocument Part DescriptionDist StmtDocument DatePagesSize
Document ImageRevision C Notice 1 - ValidationA21-APR-202512.0 KB
Document ImageRevision C A26-AUG-201430971.4 KB
Document ImageRevision B A03-DEC-1970261188.2 KB

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