MIL-STD-792 Identification Marking Requirements For Special Purpose ComponentsThe purpose of this standard is to provide general requirements for the marking of raw materials, products and components.

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MIL-STD-792F(SH)

19 May 2006

Character Size	Minimum tip radius	Nominal impression width for 0.010 inch depth
1/16 inch 3/32	0.005 inch .006	0.020 inch .021
1/8	.007	.022
3/16	.008	.026
1/4	.010	.031
3/8	.014	.042
1/2	.020	.062

3.5 Authorized representative of Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA). An authorized representative of NAVSEA is the direct contractor, other than a shipbuilder, who has design and/or procurement responsibility. Vendors for the authorized representative normally communicate directly with the authorized representative and not NAVSEA.

3.6 Layout marking. Layout markings are those markings and reference points (and lines) intentionally added to components and component parts to aid in manufacture, fit-up, assembly and inspection.

4. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

4.1 Permanent marking methods. The following methods shall be used for permanent identification on components, component parts or piping, subject to the limitations as specified in 5.9 and 5.10:

Type I - Vibrating marking tool Type II - Electrochemical etch Type III - Raised markings

Type IV - Nameplates Type V - Die stamping Type VI - Special marking Type VII - Engrave marking Type VIII - Laser engraving

Type IX - Dot matrix marking

4.2 Temporary marking methods. Any method as specified in 4.1 acceptable for permanent identification by this standard is acceptable for temporary marking, subject to the limitations as specified in 5.11. In addition, the following methods may also be used subject to the limitations as specified in 5.11:

Type A - Fluid or solid marking materials

Type B - Removable tape Type C - Removable tag Type D - Scribe mark Type E - Center punch

Type F - Fabric tip marking pen