Navair - 11 1 107

NAVAIR 11-1-107
SECOND REVISION
TEC:QNICAL MANUAL
DESCRIPTION, OPERATION AND HANDLING

INSTRUCTIONS
SIGNALS, UNDERWATER SOUND (SUS)
THIS MANUAL SUPERSEDES NAVAIR 11-1-1 07, FIRST REVISION

DATED 1 5 SEPTEMBER 1 9 71
This publication is required for official use or for administrative or operational pur-
poses only . Distribution is limited to U.S. Government agencies. Other requests for
this document must be referred to Commanding Officer, Naval Air Technical Ser-
vices Facility, 700 Robbins Avenue, Philadelphia , PA 19111 .
PUBLISHED BY DIRECTION OF THE COMMANDER, NAVAL AIR SYSTEMS COMMAND
15 JULY 1985
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n TABLE OF CONTENTS
n Chapter/Section
Chapter 1.
Section I.
General Information
Page
1-1
Introduction • .. 1-1
1-1. Purpose
1-3. Limitations 1-1
1-5. 1-1
Personnel Qualifications
1-1
1-7. General Description
1-8. SUS Function
.. . 1-2
1-9. 1-2
Background 1-2
1-ll. Current Applications
1-3
1-12. Exercise Communication 1-3
1-13. SAR SOFAR 1-3
1-14. Oceanic Survey/Calibration
1-3
1-15. Maintenance and Handling-Training 1-3
1-16. Explosive Echo Ranging (EER) -. 1-4
1-17. Basic Configurations
1-18. Moderate Depth
1-19. Deep Depth •
. 1-4
1-4
1-4
n 1-20. Electronic SUS

1-21. Markings
1-22. Color
1-4
1-5
1-5
1-23. Symbols ..
1-24. Identification
1-25. Packaging
. 1-5
1-5
1-7
1-26. Shelf Life 1-7
1-28. Service Life
1-10
1-29. Bulk or Deep Stowage 1-ll
1-30. Ready Service Stowage • 1-11
1-33. Handling 1-13
1-35. Loading
1-13
1-36. Aircraft ., • 1-13
1-37. Small Boats 1-14
1-38. Launching 1-14
1-39. Air Trajectory 1-15
1-40. Water Trajectory 1-15
1-42. Explosive SUS Functioning 1-16
1-43. Arming 1-16
1-44. Detonating
1-16
1-45·. Bubble Pulse 1-19
n 1-49.
1-46. Sound Pressure Level (SPL)
1-48. Reliability
Electronic SUS Functioning
1-50. Activation
..
1-19
1-20
1-20
1-20
1-51. Transmission 1-20
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Section I (Cant)
1-54.
1-58.
Malfunctions
1-56. Minimum Reporting Information •
1-57. Apparent Malfunction
Surveillance
1-21
1-21
1-22
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1-60. Disposal 1-24
1-62. Documentation 1-25
1-64. Design 1-25
1-65. Logistics 1-25
1-66. Operational Documentation 1-26
Section II. Safety 1-27
1-67. Purpose 1-27

1-69. Objective 1-27
1-71. Safety Features 1-27
1-73. Enabling 1-27
1-74. Pre-launching Environment 1-27
1-75. Arming 1-27
1-76. Handling Inertia 1-27
1-77. Arming Depth 1-27
1-78. Firing
1-79. Assembled Round
1-80. Disarming
1-81. Fire
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1-82. Bullet Impact 1-27
1-83. Environmental Shield 1-27
1-84. Unsafe Features 1-29
1-85. Loss of Arming Wire Assembly 1-29
1-86. Accidental Arming 1-29
1-87. Inertia Firing 1-29
1-88. Thin Skin 1-29
1-89. Arming Safety Override 1-29
1-90. Environmental Shield Override 1-29
1-91. Depth Setting Malfunction 1-30
1-92. Late Functioning 1-30
1--93. Premature Functioning • 1-30
1-94. Unsafe Environments 1-31
1-96. Aircraft Inflight 1-31
1-97. Aircraft Ditching 1-31
1-98. Ship or Boat Hulls
1-99. Surface Craft
.• .. 1-31
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1-101. Boats
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1-102. Submarines 1-34
1-103. Target Submarines 1-34
1-104. Pressurized Surface Launcher 1-35
1-105. Fire 1-35
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n Chapter/Section Page
Chapter 2. Signals, Underwater Sound (SUS) Description 2-1
n Section I.
2-1.
Introduction •
General
2-1
2-1
2-4. Families of SUS -. 2-1
2-6. Common SUS Components 2-1
2-9. Accessories 2-1
2-11. SUS Not Included • 2-4
Section II. Practice Depth Charge (PDC) MK 15 MODS 0-13 (Obsolete) 2-5
2-12. General 2-5

2-14. Description 2-5
Section III. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 22 MOD 0 (Obsolescent) 2-7

2-17. Introduction • 2-7
2-18. Purpose • 2-7
2-19. Use • 2-7
2-20. Status 2-7
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2-22. General Information 2-7
2-23. Characteristics 2-7
2-24. Assembled Round • 2-7
2-25. Component Description • 2-7
2-26. Fuze MK 175 MOD 0 2-7
2-27. Safety Cotter Pin 2-7
2-28. Explosive Section 2-7
2-29. Tail Vane ., • 2-7
2-30. Detailed Description • 2-11
2-31. Arming System • 2-11
2-32. Firing System • 2-11
2-33. Explosive Train • 2-11
2-34. Structure System 2-11
2-35. Stabilizer System • 2-11
2-36. Functional Description 2-11
2-37. Preparation for Use 2-12
2-39. Assembly o' • 2-12
2-40. Depth Setting •' 2-13
2-41. Operational Use 2-14
2-42. Return to Storage 2-14
2-45. Replacement Items 2-14
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Section IV. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 22 MOD 1 Data Difference
Sheet (Obsolescent)
2-47.
2-49.
Introduction •
2-48. Use •
General Information
2-15
2-15
2-15
2-15
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2-50. Characteristics • ~ 2-15
·Section V. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 50 MODS 0,1,2 (Obsolete) 2-17
2-54. General 2-17

Section VI. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 54 MOD 0 (Obsolete) • 2-18
2-58. General 2-18

Section VII. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 57 MOD 0 Data Difference

Sheet (Obsolescent) 2-19
2-62. Introduction •
2-63. Purpose •
2-64. Use •
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2-19
2-19
2-19
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2-66. Characteristics • 2-19
2-67. Component Description. 2-19
Section VIII. Signal,. Underwater;Sound MK 59 MOD 0 Data Difference

Sheet (Obsolescent) 2-22

2-69. Status .. 2-22
2-72.
2-71. Component Description
Preparation for Use
... 2-25
2-25
Section IX. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 59 MOD Oa (Obsolescent) 2-27
2-74. Introduction . 2-27

2-75. Purpose .. . 2-27
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2-77. Status 2-27
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Section IX (Cant)
n 2-78. General Information

2-79. Characteristics •
2-80. Assembled Round •
• 2-27
2-27
2-27
2-82. Arming Mechanism • •. • • 2-27
2-83. Firing Mechanism • 2-27
2-84. Explosive Section 2-27
2-85. Safety Cotter Pin 2-27
2-88. Physical Description 2-31
2-89. Arming System 2-31
2-90. Firing System 2-33
2-91. Explosive Train 2-33
2-92. Stru~ture System •
2-93. Aero/Hydro Stabilizer Systems
.. . 2-33
2-34
2-95. Preparation For Use 2-34
2-96. Unpacking • 2-34
2-97. Depth Setting 2-36
2-98. Accidental Arming • 2-37
n 2-99. Operational Use

2-100. Return to Storage
2-101. Replacement Items •
2-37
2-37
2-38
Section X. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 59 MOD 1 Data Difference

Sheet (Obsolescent) • 2-39
2-104. Characteristics 2-39
Section XI. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 59 MOD 1a
Data Difference Sheet (Obsolescent) ~ . .. 2-40
2-105. Introduction • .. 2-40

2-106. Purpose •
2-107. General Information
. .. 2-40
2-40
Section XII. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 59 MOD 2

Data Difference Sheet (Nonstock) • 2-42
n 2-110. Introduction •
2-111. Purpose •
2-112. Use •
2-42
2-42
2-42
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2-115. Component Description •
2-116. Configuration Variations
. 2-42
2-42
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Section XIII. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 59 MOD 3 (Nonstock) • 2-44

2-118. Purpose • • 2-44
2-119. Use • 2-44
2-122. Assembled Round • 2-46
2-124. Arming Mechanism 2-49
2-125. Firing Mechanism 2-49
2-126. Explosive Section • 2-49
2-127. Safety Cotter Pin • 2-49
2-130. Physical Description 2-49
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2-133. Explosive Train 2-51
2-134. Structure System • 2-51
2-135. Aero/Hydro Stabilizer Systems 2-52
2-138. Unpacking • 2-52
2-139. Depth Setting • •. 2-53
2-143. Storage Procedure • 2-55
Section XIV. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 59 MOD 4 Data

Difference Sheet (Nonstock) 2-56

2-147. Purpose • 2-56
Section XV. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 59 MOD 5 2-58

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Section XV (Cont)
2-151. Purpose •
2-152. Use .
2-153. Uniquenesa
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. .
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2-58
2-58
2-58
2-58
2-154. Status 2-58
2-157. Assembly Description 2-58
2-161. Physical Description • •. 2-63
2-164 •. Explosive 2-63
2-165. Structure System • 2-65
2-170. Unpacking • 2-66
2-171. Depth Setting • .. ..
. 2-66
2-172. Installation .. 2-66
2-173. Operational Use 2-6}
n 2-174.
2-177.
2-179.
Return to Storage
2-175. Repacking •
Replacement Items
Disposal •
2-68
2-68
2-68
2-68
Section XVI. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 61 MOD 0 • 2-70
2-180. Introduction •
2-181. Purpose •
~· . 2-70
2-70
2-182. Use • 2-70
2-184. General Information '• 2-70
2-186. Component Description 2-73
2-189. Detailed Description •
2-191. Physical Description
. ,. 2-74
2-74
2-192. Arming System
2-193. Firing System
. .. 2-74
2-74
2-195. Explosive Train
2-196. Structure System •
. -. 2-76
2-76
2-197. Aero/Hydro Trajectory Systems 2-77
n 2-198. Functional Description

2-200. Safety Functions •
2-201. Malfunctions •
••.•
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2-77
2-77
2-79
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2-202. Preparation for Use •

2-203. Unpacking •
2-204. Arming Conversion •
2-205. Depth Setting •
•
2-80
2-80
2-81
2-82
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2-209. Disassembly 2-84
Section XVII. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 63 MOD 0 Data

Difference Sheet (Obsolete) 2-85
2-210. Description • 2-85
Section XVIII. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 64 MOD 0 Data

Difference Sheet • 2-86

2-213. Use • 2-86
Section XIX.
Signal, Underwater Sound MK 78 MOD 0 (Nonstock)

2-88
2-89
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2-219. Purpose •• 2-89
2-220. Use • 2-89
2-221. Status 2-89
2-223. General • • 2-89
Section XX. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 78 MOD 1 Data

Difference Sheet (Nonstock) 2-92

2-226. Purpose • 2-92
Section XXI. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 82 MOD 0 Data

Difference Sheet • 2-93
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Section XXI (Cont)
2-230. Purpose •
2-231. Use •
'o 'o
.. •
2-93
2-93
2-93
2-93
Section XXII. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 82 MOD 1 Data

Difference Sheet (Obsolescent) 2-96
2-236. Introduction
2-237. Purpose
.. .
· • 2-96
2-96
2-238. Use . 2-96
2-96
2-239. Status
2-240. General Information ~ 2-96
2-241. Characteristics • -· 2-96
Section XXIII. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 83 MOD 0 Data

Difference Sheet (Obsolescent) 2-99
n 2-244. Introduction
2-245. Purpose
2-246. Use .
..
•
..
~ 2-99
2-99
2-99
2-247. Status 2-99
2-248. General Information -. . ·.. ' • 2-99
2-249. Characteristics
2-250. Component Description
• .
2-99
2-99
•
Section XXIV. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 84 MOD 0 (Sanders)
(Obsolescent) • . 2-102
2-251. Introduction
2-252. Purpose
.
. .. ... . 2-102
2-102
. .
\
2-253. Use . - 2-102

. 2-102
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2-254. Status
2-255. Limitations . .. . 2-102
2-256. General Information . 2-102
2-257. Characteristics .. 2-102
2-258. Component Description • .• 2-102
2-259. Detailed Description • .. 2-102
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2-261. Physical Description • 2-103
2-262. Sea Water Battery Section • 2-103
2-263. Transducer and Electronic Sections • . 2-103
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2-264. Nose Section •

2-265. Stabilizer •
2-266. Functional Description
2-267. Preparation for Use
. 2-105
• 2-105
• 2-105
• 2-106
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2-269. Precautions . 2-109
Section XXV. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 84 MOD 0 (Phaostron)

Data Difference Sheet (Obsolescent) • 2-111
2-270. General Information • 2-111

2-271. Characteristics • • 2-111
2-272. Component Description • • 2-111
2-273. Preparation for Use . 2-111
Section XXVI. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 84 MOD 1 (MRI)

Data Difference Sheet . 2-114
2-275. Introduction • • 2-114
2-276. Status • ~ • 2-114
2-277. Limitations • • ·• 2-114
2-280 •. Component Description •
2-282. Physical Description •
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2-114
2-118
2-118
2-118
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2-283. Functional Description • 2-118
2-284. Setting • • 2-118
2-285. Activation • 2-119
2-286. Condition Determination • • 2-119
2-287. Maintenance • • 2-119
2-288. Preparation for Use • 2-119
Section XXVII. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 84 MOD 1 (Sippican) • 2-121
2-290. Introcuction •
2-291. Purpose •
.• 2-121
2-121
2-292. Use • • 2-121

2-293. Limitations • ·• 2-121
. 2-121
• 2-121
2-297. Detailed Description • • 2-123
2-300. Sea Water Battery Section
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Section XXVII (Cant)
n 2-301. Transducer Section •

2-302. Electronic Section •
2-303. Tail Section •
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. 2-123
.. 2-126
2-126
. 2-126
2-306. Preparation for Use . 2-126
2-307. Unpacking • • . 2-126
2-308. Code Setting 2-127
2-309. Inspection . 2-128
2-310. On-Loading . 2-128
2-311. Operational Use . 2-128
2-313. Return to Storage . 2-128
2-314. Shelf Life . 2-128
2-315. Off-Loading • . 2-128
Section XXVIII. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 92 MOD 0 Data
Difference Sheet (Nonstock) . 2-130
2-316. Introduction • . 2-130
2-317. Purpose . . .. . 2-130
2-318. Use . 2-130
2-319. Status . 2-130
2-320. Limitations . . 2-130
2-322. Characteristics • .• 2-130
2-130
.. 2-130
2-130
2-326. Deployment System . 2-131
2-327. Structure System. . 2-131
2-328. Functional Description . 2-131
2-329. Preparation for Use ~ . 2-135
2-331. Return to Storage . 2-135
Section XXIX. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 94 MODS 0 and 1
Data Difference Sheet (Nonstock, Special Order) . 2-136
2-332A. Introduction • .. . 2-136
2-333. Purpose •
2-334. Use •
.. . .. 2-136
2-136
2-335. Status . 2-136
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n 2~337. General Information
2-338~ Characteristics •
2-339. Component Description • • .•
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2-136
2-136
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Section XXX. Dummy Signal, Underwater Sound MK 95 MOD 0 Data

Difference Sheet • •
2-340. Detailed Description

• 2-142
• 2-139
• 2-139
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2-343. Malfunctions • 2-139
2-344. Shipboard Storage • 2-139
2-346. Preparation for Use .. . .. • 2-141
2-349. Purpose • • 2-142
2-350. Use • • 2-142
2-351. General Information ·- • 2-142
2-352. Characteristics • • 2-142
2-355. Physical Description • 2-142
2-356. Preparation for Use • 2-142
Section XXXI. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 128 MOD 0 Data

Difference Sheet (Obsolescent) • • 2-145

2-359. Purpose •
2-360. Use •
2-361. Status
•
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2-145
2-145
2-145
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. 2-145
• 2-145
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Section XXXII. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 128 MOD 1
Data Difference Sheet • 2-147

2-367. Purpose • • 2-147
2-368. Use • .. . • 2-147
2-371. Detailed Description • • 2-147
Section XXXIII. Arming Wire Assembly •. • 2-149
2-373. General • 2-149

2-374. Purpose • • 2-149
2-375. Use •
2-376. Limitations
• •
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2-149
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Section XXXIV. Depth Wire • 0 2-154
n 2-377. Status·
2-378. Description
2-382. Installation
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2-150
2-150
2-152
2-383. Inspection • .. 0 .. 0 2-152
2-384. General 0 2-154
2-385. Purpose 0 2-154
2-386. Use 0 .. 0 2-154
2-387. Status 0 2-154
2-390. Setting 0 •• 0 2-156
2-391. Depth Wire Replacement 2-156
Section XXXV. Safety Cotter Pin and Tag (P/N MS24665-136) 2-157
2-392. General • 2-157

2-393. Purpose 2-157
2-394. Use 0 2-157
2-396. Description 0 2-157
2-398. Installation 0 2-158
Section XXXVI. Firing Mechanisms 2-160
2-401. General 0 2-160

2-402. Purpose • •• 0 2-160
2-403. Use • 2-160
2-404. Description • 0 2-160
Section XXXVII. Delay Drogue 2-161
2-405. General 0 0 2-161

2-406. Purpose • 0 2-161
2-407. Use • 0 2-161
Chapter 3. Packaging 3-1
3-1. Purpose 3-1

3.3 Protection
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3-4. Systems 3-1
3.6 Standard System .. 3-1
n 3-9.
3.7
3.8
Unit Protection System
System Configuration
Unit Containers
3-11. Exterior Container
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3-1
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3-14. Pallets • 3-2
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3-18. Desiccant • 3-9
3-20. Humidity Indicator • • • • 3-11
3-22. Reversible • 3-11
3-23. Non-Reversible • 3-11
3-24. Indication 3-11
3-25. Ammunition Data Card • 3-12
3-27. Instruction and Safety Precautions Sheet • • • 3-12
3-29. Marking 3-12
3-31. Electronic SUS Marking 3-12
3-32. Explosive SUS Marking • 3-14
3-33. Precautions • • • 3-14
3-35. Logistic Reference • 3-16
3-37. Quantity
3-38. Weights •
. .. 3-16
• • 3-16
3-39. Cube (Rectangular Measurement) 3-17
Chapter 4. Miss-Distance • 4-1
4-1. Purpose 4-1
4-3. Simulated Kill Store 4-1
4-5. Lloyd Mirror Effect • 4-2
4-8.
4-9.
Miss-Distance •
Reading Minimums
4-10. Limitations . -.
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Appendix A: Reference Data A-1
Appendix B: Instruction and Safety Precaution Sheets ·• B-1
Appendix C: Cognizant Activities C-1
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LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS
n Number
1-1.
Title
Signal, Underwater Sound, Color Markings • • • •

Page
1-6
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n 1-2.
1-3.
1-4.
1-5.
1-6.
Signal, Underwater Sound, Symbol Markings
Signal, Underwater Sound, Typical Lettering •
Signal, Underwater Sound, MK 84 Marking •
Arming Wire Assembly Retention • • • • • • •
Underwater Trajectory Malfunctions • • • •
1-7
1-8
1-9
1-i2
1-17
1-7. Activation and Coding Time Curves for Mk 84 SUS • 1-18
1-8. Signal, Underwater Sound Safety, 1.8-Pound Explosive 1-32
1-9. Signal, Underwater Sound Safety, 1.1-0unce Explosive 1-33
2-1. Practice Depth Charge (PDC) MK 15, Size and Outline •••••••• 2-6
2-2. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 22 MOD 0, External View ••• 2-9
2-3. Fuze MK 175 MOD 0, Sectional View • • • • • • • ••• 2-10
2-4. Fuze MK 175 MOD 0, Safety Cotter Pin and_!ag, Preparation
for Use Markings •. • • • •. • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 2-10
Fuze MK 175 MOD 0, Water Deflector Plate, Preparation
2-5.
for Use Markings • • • •. • • • • • • • • • • • • • . .
.. 2-12
2-6. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 22 MOD 0 Explosive Section
and Tail Vane, Sectional View • • • • • • • •••• • 2-13
2-7. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 22 MOD 1 •••• 2-15
. 2-8. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 50 MODS 0, 1, 2 • 2-17
2-9. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 54 MOD 0 •••••••••• • • 2-18
2-10. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 57 MOD 0 • • • • • ••• 2-21
n 2-11.
2-12.
Signal, Underwater Sound MK 59 MOD 0 • • • •
Signal, Underwater Sound MK 59 MODS Oa and 1a, Components
and External View • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
2-24
2-28
2-13. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 59 MOD Oa, Sectional View 2-32
2-14. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 59 MOD Oa, Sectional View of
Arming and Firing • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 2-35
2-15. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 59 MOD 3, Sectional and
Exterior Views • • • • • • • • • • • • • •. . .
.. 2-47
2-16. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 59 MODS 3 and 4, Components
and External View • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 2-48
2-17. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 59 MOD 3, Sectional View • • • • • • • • • 2-50
2-18. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 59 MOD 4 • • • • • '• • 2-57
2-19. SOFAR Channel Operation • • • • • • • • • • • • 2-61
.2-20. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 59 MOD 5 • • • • • • • • 2-62
'2-21. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 59 MOD 5, Sectional View • • • • 2-64
2-22. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 61 MOD 0 • • • • • • • • • 2-73
2-23. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 61 MOD 0 Sectional View • 2-75
2-24. Signal. Underwater Sound MK 61 MOD 0, Functional View • • • • • • • • • 2-78
2-25. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 63 MOD 0 • • • • • • ••• 2-85
2-26. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 64 MOD 0 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 2-86
2-27. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 78 MOD 0, Deployed •••• 2-90
n 2-28. Signal, Uncerwater Sound MK 82 MOD 0, Sectional View

of Firing Piston Group • • • • • • • • • • • 2-95
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LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS (Cont)

Number
2-29.
Title
Signal, Underwater-Sound MK 82 MOD 1, Sectional View

Page
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of Firing Piston Group • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 2-98
2-30.
2-31.
2-32.
2-33.
Signal, Underwater Sound MK 83 MOD 0, Sectional View
of Firing Piston Group • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Signal, Underwater Sound MK 84 MOD 0 (Sanders) • • • • • • • • • • • •
Signal, Underwater Sound MK 84 MOD 0 (Sanders), Sectional View
•
•
2-101
2-103
2-107
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Signal, Underwater Sound MK 84 MOD 0, Coded Signal •••• 2-108
2-34. Code Setting Precautions SUS MK 84, MOD 0 (Sanders) • • • • 2-110
2-35. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 84 MOD 0 (Phaostron) •• 2-112
2-36. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 84 MOD 1 (MRI) • • • • • • • • 2-116
2-37. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 84 MOD 1 (MRI), Sectional View • o o 2-117
2-38. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 84 MOD 1 (MRI), Coded Signal ••• 2-118
2-39. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 84 MOD 1 (Sippican), Exterior View • • • • 2-124
2-40. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 84 MOD 1, Sectional View • • • • 2-125
2-41. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 84 MOD 1, Coded Signal • • • • •• 2-127
2-42. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 92 MOD 0 • • • • • • • • • • • • 2-133
2-43. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 92 MOD 0, Sectional View •••• 2-134
2-44. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 92 MOD 0, Deployed • • • • • • • • •• 2-135
2'-45. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 94 MODS 0 and 1, Sectional
View (Parts that Differ from MK 61 MOD 0) • • 2-141
2-46. Dummy Signal, Underwater Sound MK 95 MOD 0
2-47. Arming Wire and Drag Plate Assembly • .... ..... •••••
•
2-144
2-151
2-48.
2-49 •.
Depth Wire • • • • • • • • • • • • • ...... ••• 2-155
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Safety Cotter Pin and Tag • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 2-158
2-50. Surface-Launched Delay Drogue Size ••••• 2-163
3-1. Package System Configurations ....... 3-3
3-2. Containers and Unit Loads • • .... 3-5
3-3. Typical Exterior Container Configuration .... ... 3-6
3-4. Typical Shipboard Stowage for SUS • • • • . . . . . . . . . .. . . 3-7
3-5.
3-6.
Pallets • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Electronic SUS Packaging Marking After 1983 •
..... 3-8
3-13
3-7. Typical Explosive SUS Container Markings 3-15
4-1. Lloyd Mirror Effect • • • • • • • • • • • ......... 4-4
4-2.
4-3.
Miss-Distance Calculator • • • • •
Code Frequency Shift Point Interference
..... 4-9
4-10
A-1. SUS Speed/ Altitude Drop Enve·lope • • • • • A-3
A-2. SUS MK 84 MOD 1 Altitude/Speed Launch Envelope A-4
A-3.
A-4.
SUS
SUS
Low Altitude Ballistic Data • • •
Medium Al.titude Ballistic Data
........ A-5
A-6
A-5.
A-6.
SUS
SUS
Fall Time • • ·• • • • • •
Water Entry Angle • • o • • • • •
. ..
.. A-7
A-7.
• • • •
A-8
. A-8.
A-9.
SUS
SUS
SUS
Water Entry Angle/Forward Throw, MK 59 MOD 0 and Oa • • • • •
High Altitude Ballistic Data, MK 61, 64, 82, 83, 94, 128
High Altitude Ballistic Data, MK 84 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
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n Number
A-10.
Title
SUS Water Entry Impact Velocity, MK 61, 64, 82, 83, 94 MOD 0, 128
Page
A-14
n A-11.
A-12.
A-13.
A-14.
A-15.
SUS Water Entry Impact Velocity, MK 84 MOD 1
Water Entry Trajectory • • • • • • • • • • • •
Variations in Functioning Depth for Shallow Series SUS
•••••
• •••
......
Variations in Functioning Depth for Deep Series SUS • • • • • • •
Explosive SUS Point Charge Spectrum Sound Pressure Level
A-15
A-16
A-19
A,-20
A-21
A-16. Point Charge Bubble Pulse Functional Characteristics A-22
A-17. Bubble Pulse, Variations With Depth and Weight of TNT
A-18.
Point Charge • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Bubble Pulse, Variations With Depth and Weight of TETRYL
.... A-23
A-19.
Point Charge • . . • • • • • • • • • • • • • . • • • . ·•. .. A-24
Bubble Pulse, Variations With Depth and Weight of CYCLOTOL
Point Charge . • . . • • • • • . • . . . • . . . . • • • A-25
A-20. Bubble Pulse, Variations With Depth and Weight of FLEXIBLE
Explosive Point Charge • • • • • • • • • • ••• .... A-26
A-21. Tail Impact Functioning Depth vs. Speed of Submarine,
SUS MK 61 , 64, 92 • • • • • • • • • • • • • A-27
B-1. Instructions for SUS MK 59 MODS Oa, 1a and 2 Received Assembled B-3
B-2. SUS MK 59 MODS Oa, 1a, and 2 ••••••••••••• B-4
B-3. Instructions and Precautions for SUS MK 59 MOD 5 SOFAR Signal • B-5
B-4. Instructions for SUS MKS 61, 64, 82, 83, 94 and 128
n B-5 .•
B-6.
B-7.
Received Assembled • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
SUS MKS 61, 64, 82, 83, 94, and 128 Safety Precautions
Operation and Precaution Sheet for SUS MK 84 MOD 0 (Sanders)
Instructions for SUS MK 84 MOD 0 (Phaostron)
B-7
B-8
B-9
B-10
B-8. Return to Storage for SUS MK 84 MOD ,0 (Phaostron) • • • • • • • • B-11
B-9. Precautions for SUS MK 84 MOD 0 (Phaostron) • • • • • • • • • • • • • • B-12
B-10. SUS MK 84 MOD 0 Damage and Disposition (Phaostron) • • • • B-13
B-11. Instructions for SUS MK 84 MOD 1 (MRI) (Contract
N00104-76-C-B066 through Lot 09-MRI-03-80) • • • • B-14
B-12. Repacking and Disposition, MK 84 MOD 1 (MRI) (Contract
N00104-76-C-B066 through Lot 09-MRI-03-80) • • • • B-15
B-13. Instructions for SUS MK 84 MOD 1 (MRI) (Contract
N00104-76-C-B066 beginning with Lot 10-MRI-04-80) • B-16
B-14. Repacking and Disposition, MK 84 MOD 1 (MRI) (Contract
N00104-76-C-B066 beginning with Lot 10-MRI-04-80) • B-17
B-15. Instruction for SUS MK 84 MO~ 1 (MRI) (Contract
N00104-78-C-A078) • • • • • • •. • • • B-18
B-16. Repacking and Disposition MK 84 MOD 1 (MRI) (Contract
N00104-78-C-A078) • • • • • • • • • • • • B-19
B-17. Instructions and Precautions, SUS MK 84 MOD 1 (Sippican) • • • • • B-20
B-18. Packing, Resealing, Service Life, and Disposal, SUS MK 84
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MOD 1 (Sippican) • • • .• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • B-21
B-19. Low Altitude Preparations, SUS MK 84 MOD 1 (Sippican) B-22
B-20. Instructions, SUS MK 59 MODS 3 and 4 • • • • B-23
B-21. Safety Precautions, SUS MK 59 MODS 3 and 4 • • • • • • • • • • • B-24
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LIST OF TABLES
Number Title Page

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1-1. Arming Safe Limit Depths, Nominal • • • • • • • 1-28
1-2. Lethal and Injury Distance for Swimmers During
1-3.
1-4.
Underwater Explosions • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Distance and Weight Formulas for Explosions in Water. •
SUS Fire Hazards • • • • • • • • • • • • •
• •••
1-28
1-30
1-36
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2-1. SUS Families • • • • • • • • 2-2
2-2. Component Configurations • • • • ...... 2-3
2-3. PDC Data • • • • • • • • • • • ... 2-5
2-8
2-4. SUS MK 22 MOD 0 Characteristics •
2-5. SUS MK 22 MOD 1 Characteristics • 2-16
2-6.
2-7.
SUS MK 50 Characteristics • • •
SUS MK 57 MOD 0 Characteristics •
... 2-17
2-20
2-8. SUS MK 59 MOD 0 Characteristics • 2-22
2--9. SUS MK 59 MOD Oa Characteristics 2-29
2-10. Firing Mechanism MK 43 MOD 0 Characteristics • • • • • 2-30
2-11. SUS MK 59 MOD 1 Characteristics • • • 2-39
2-12. SUS MK 59 MOD 1a Characteristics • • • • 2-40
2-13. SUS MK 59 MOD 2 Characteristics • • • • • • 2-42
2-14. SUS MK 59 MOD 3 Characteristics • • • • • • 2-44
2-15.
2-16.
Firing Mechanism MK 43 MOD 0 Characteristics
.... • • • •
2-46
2-56
2-17. SUS MK 59 MOD 5 Characteristics • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 2-59
...
2-18.
2-19.
2-20.
2-21.
SUS MK 82 MOD 1 Characteristics • • • • • • •
2-71
2-87
2-94
2-97
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2-22. SUS MK 83 MOD 0 Characreristics • • • • • • • • • • • • • 2-100
2-23. SUS MK 84 MOD 0 (Sanders) Characteristics • • • 2-104
2-24. SUS MK 84 MOD 0 (Phaostron) Characteristics • • • • • 2-113
2-25. SUS MK 84 MOD 1 (MRI) Characteristics • • • • • • • • • • • • • 2-115
2-26. SUS MK 84 MOD 1 (Sippican) Characteristics • • • • • • 2-122
2-27. SUS MK 92 MOD 0 Characteristics • • • • • • • • 2-132
2-28. SUS MK 94 MOD 0 and 1 Characteristics • • • • • • • • • • • 2-139
2-29. DSUS MK 95 MOD 0 Characteristics • • • • • .- • • ••• 2-143
2-30. SUS MK 128 MOD 0 Characteristics • • • • • • • • • • •• 2-146
2-31. SUS MK 128 MOD 1 Characteristics • •• 2-148
2-32. Arming Wire Assembly Underwater Safety ••••• 2-150
2-33. Safety Cotter Pin Underwater Safety • • • • • • •• 2-159
3-1. Load Weights (Pounds) • • • • • • • • • •••• 3-10

3-2. Pallet/Container Combinations and Resulting Quantity of SUS • 3-16
3-3. Pallet/Container Combinations and Resulting Cubic Feet • • • • • • 3-17
C-1. Cognizant Activities (As of 15 July 1983) • C-1

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() SAFETY SUMMARY
The following summary was derived from the warnings and cautions, and from
n other portions of this manual. These are recommended precautions that personnel
must understand and apply during many phases of operation and maintenance.
QUALIFICATION
SUS shall only be handled under the superv1s1on of qualified personnel who shall
provide adequate instructions. Only qualified personnel shall set, reconfigure,
load or unload launchers or dispensers, and determine the correct s.iowage for SUS.
TRAINING
Do not train personnel with live SUS; use dummy SUS MK 95.
USABILITY
Do not use obsolete or unidentified SUS, PDCs, or foreign SUS unless specifi-
cally authorized.
PACKAGING
Keep SUS in shipping and storage container, with all latches se~ured, until SUS
are actually required.
n PHYSICAL PROTECTION
SUS shall be separated from each other and isolated from the exterior of the
storage containers originally provided by conforming packing material. Retain
packing trays for return of unused SUS.
HANDLING
Do not drop, throw, roll, dent, or crush SUS. Your safety or submarine's
operational safety depend on careful handling.
ENGAGEMENT
At all times, ensure that either the arming wire assembly or safety cotter pin
engages the arming piston, except on the one unit that is about to be launched by
hand. The arming wire assembly shall remain on all SUS to be launched from the
aircraft except the SUS MK 59 series and MK 94 MOD 1. SUS MK 59 MOD 5, see special
instructions.
RETENTION
n At all times, prevent the arming wire assembly from accidently coming out of ex-,
plosive SUS arming piston. Maintain the secured SUS in containers fitted with SUS
contoured liners, stowages that prevent loss, or launchers/adapters designed for
retention. Prior to use in boats that may overturn or.swamp, tape the arming wire
assembly in place, or substitute safety cotter pins.
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LAUNCHERS
Load and use SUS launchers only in accordance with their respective instruction
manuals, aircraft check lists and/or loading manuals, or NATOPS flight manuals. Do
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not load explosive SUS in aircraft pneumatic or cartridge-actuated launchers.
FITMENT
Do not conduct fitment and operating tests of launching systems with live ex-
plosive SUS. Use dummy SUS MK 95, or, in an emergency, an electronic SUS MK 84.
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ESCAPE
Obtain adequate escape speed prior to launching shallow set SUS from surface
craft.
CLEARANCE
Launch the SUS well clear of side or stern of surface craft and only as
authorized in the NATOPS flight manual for aircraft.
Do not hit lower flying aircraft, surface craft, surfaced or near surfaced sub-
marines, points of land, or islands. The SUS is a missile with a velocity of 300
feet per second.
DEPTH
Check that the depth of water is greater than the depth set on the SUS by a good
margin and that it is not a prohibited area. Know the requirements for permission
to drop and subsequent reporting that the drop was made.
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RESTRICTIONS
Compliance with FLEET exercise restrictions governing the ~se of SUS is manda-
tory (FXP-1) during exercises with submarines.
SETTING CHECK
Prior to use of dual depth SUS in ASW exercises, a mandatory special safety
check must be conducted to verify that the depth selection is set correctly (FXP-1).
Verify the electronic SUS code setting; error could jeopardize submarine operational
safety.
EXERCISE
In ASW exercises use only SUS MKS 64, 84, 92, and 128.
SMOKING
Do not smoke near explosive SUS. To do so may cause a fuel or trash fire,
which, in turn, may cause detpnation of the SUS. Unless instructed to do otherwise,
immediate action in case ~ire where SUS could become involved is as follows:
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a. Clear the area of personnel and aircraft (primary action).
n b.
c.
Call fire fighters to extinguish fire.
Remove SUS from area of fire (preventive).
I() STOWAGE CONFIGURATION
The following applies to unused SUS returning to storage:
a. All explosive SUS except the SUS MK 59 MOD 5 shall have either an arming
wire assembly or a safety cotter pin installed.
b. SUS MK 61, 64, 82-0, 83, 92, and 128-1 shall have depth wires replaced.
c. SUS MK 59 MODS 0, Oa, 1, 1a, 2, 3, and 4 shall have inert firing mechanisms
removed.
d. All returned SUS shall be placed in original containers, in fitted liners or

trays, with the covers secured and watertight. Tape the arming wire assembly in
place if a nonconforming substitute packing material is used.
e. Tag all containers with correct data when the container marking differs from
the content.
FLEET STOWAGE
n The factors to be considered concerning shipboard stowage of SUS are: the

specific SUS design, the assembled configuration, the functional setting of the SUS,
the SUS's capability to initiate other SUS or other explosive items in adjacent
containers, the safety device failure depth, the total quantity of explosive that
could be initiated, the pressure environment in the magazine that could exist in
ship damage or loss, and detonation effect on survivors in the water. To eliminate
concern in the operational fleet, the following SUS are normal to combat ship stor-
age and do not require special consideration:
a. SUS MK 64 (Class C explosive when in its container)
b. SUS MK 84 (inert)
c. SUS MK 95 (inert)
d. SUS MK 128 (Class C explosive when in its container)
SOFAR SUS MK 22 and MK 59 MOD 5, both Class A explosive, have only limited de-
ployment. It is recommended that they be stored in ready service lockers for ex-
plosives, in lieu of high explosive magazines, where temperature does not exceed
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100° for reliability (to reduce total quantity of explosives exposed to deep-depth
initiation).
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SEGREGATION AND ALTERNATIVES
Segregate whole-round, full-charge explosive SUS with integral firing mechanisms

(SUS MKS 22, 57, 61, 82, 83, and 94) from other high explosive items aboard research
vessels, ammunition ships, or combatants. There are additional considerations and
options addressed in this manual, such as disassembly or evaluation of the potential
impact on sinking ship survivors. (See table 1-2.)
FIRING ENVIRONMENT
Prior to stowage in a ship's magazine, check that: the total height from
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magazine deck to exhaust vent discharge does not exceed 45 feet (SUS arm at 18 feet
and fire at SO feet); the ventilation exhaust check valve is free to open; and the
magazine is placarded not to be tested for watertightness with pressure.
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INTRODUCTION
n 1. SCOPE. sections cover accessories used with the

SUS. The chapter is arranged sequen-
tially by the MARK and MOD of the SUS.
2. This technical manual provides de-
scription, operation, and handling in- c. CHAPTER 3. PACKAGING. Chapter
structions for Signals, Underwater Sound 3 describes the purpose and importance
(SUS). The information presented is of packaging, the packaging systems and
intended for use by command, ordnance, the units of the systems. Included are
ocean science, and other personnel re- the associated protective desiccant and
sponsible for the storage and deployment indicators, ammunition data card, the
of underwater sound signals. The manual instruction sheet, and marking. The
is divided into four chapters and four precautions associated with the packaged
appendices, as follows: SUS and complete logistic information on
size, cube, and weight are detailed.
a. CHAPTER 1. GENERAL INFORMATION. d. CHAPTER 4. MISS-DISTANCE. The

Chapter 1 describes the fundamental con- functions of the SUS MK 84 are briefly
cepts of the SUS. The first section discussed. The phenomenon that makes it
includes an operational usage history of possible to determine miss-distance and
n the SUS, the requirements for operating

personnel, and the basic SUS configura-
tions and markings. The requirements
and precautions associated with shelf/
the procedure to reduce the data of the
phenomenon to miss-distance, including
the associated limitations, is ex-
plained.
service life are examined, as well as
stowage, handling, loading, and launch- e. APPENDIX A. REFERENCE DATA.
ing from various platforms. Remaining Appendix A includes graphs of SUS time
topics are the air and water trajectory and trajectory data in air and in water
phase, SUS functioning and results, mal- with SUS functioning results in bubble
functions, surveillance requirements and pulse, sound pressure levels, frequency
disposal and documentation. Section II, spectrum, and submarine hazard interac-
covers all aspects of safety including tion.
both the safe and unsafe features of the
SUS and unsafe environments. f. APPENDIX B. INSTRUCTION AND
SAFETY PRECAUTION SHEETS. Copies of
these sheets, packaged with each con-
b. CHAPTER 2. SIGNALS , UNDERWATER tainer of SUS, are arranged by the MARK
SOUND (SUS) DESCRIPTION. This chapter MOD. All are illustrated with brief
describes all SUS past and present, in- text for field use.
cluding precautions in use. Obsolete
SUS are covered only to enable identi- g. APPENDIX C. COMMUNICATION
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fication for disposal. An introductory
section looks at the modular features
and resulting configurations. The final
REFERENCE. The reference provides
listing of cognizant technical and
logistic activities.
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() CHAPTER 1
GENERAL INFORMATION
n SECTION I
INTRODUCTION
1-1. PURPOSE. (1) Detailed knowledge of each

explosive SUS to be used.
1-2. This section includes information
on all Signals, Underwater Sound (SUS) (2) Knowledge of general safety
as a group and as sub-groups. It in- precautions applicable to ordnance.
cludes a brief history, and a discussion
of the application, description, logis- (3) Knowledge of the specific
tics, use, performance, surveillance, safety precautions applicable to the
disposal and documentation of the SUS. handling and use of SUS.
1-3. LIMITATIONS. (4) A thorough understanding of

their duties.
1-4. This manual primarily addresses
SUS that are in stock and available for b. Newly assigned or inexperienced
n use. Obsolete and developmental SUS are

included for identification and disposal
guidance; obsolescent SUS are also in-
personnel shall, prior to being allowed
to work independently, be under the di-
rect, continual, supervision of skilled
cluded because the remaining inventory experienced personnel until they satis-
is being phased out. Specific informa- factorily demonstrate independent capa-
tion on each MARK and MOD may be found bility.
in Chapter 2.
c. Experienced personnel are de-
1-5. PERSONNEL QUALIFICATIONS. fined as those individuals who have:
1-6. Qualification to handle explosive
SUS is fundamental to the safety of per- (1) A thorough knowledge of
sonnel, property, and equipment. Even this publication.
though SUS are simple explosive or elec-
tronic devices, there are hazards in- (2) Demonstrated sustained
volved and personnel who handle and use reliable work capability under super-
them must be qualified. As a minimum, vision of experienced personnel.
the following prerequisites shall be
satisfied by all personnel being as- (3) Demonstrated satisfactory
signed to duties involving the handling performance in working on all explosive
SUS used by the organization to which
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and/or use of explosive SUS prior to
becoming engaged in such duties involv- assigned.
ing live explosive SUS.
d. The data necessary for qualifi-
a. Individuals shall possess and cation in the use of SUS in contained in
demonstrate: this publication.
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1-7. GENERAL DESCRIPTION. was subsequently introduced as an attack
1-8. SUS FUNCTION. The SUS is a small,

expendable, bomb-shaped device 3 inches
signal, thereby replacing multiple drops
of explosive SUS for that purpose and
for signaling. Explosive SUS are still
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in diameter and 15 or 21 inches long (D used as alternate signaling devices and
and E size, respectively). The nose end
is blunt. The body extends straight
back from the nose and tapers to the
tail; the tail fins are enclosed by a
as weapon attack simulators during anti-
submarine warfare (ASW) exercises. The
main use of SUS was in Explosive Echo
Ranging (EER). The sound was used to
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shroud ring. There are two basic types measure the distance from an acoustic
of SUS, one explosive and the other sensor (sonobuoy) in the water to a
electronic. Launching enables the arm- submerged submarine. A sonobuoy, trans-
ing mechanism in the explosive type. mitted the sound of the initial SUS ex-
plosion to the ASW aircraft, followed by
The explosive SUS generates sound by the reflected echo from the target sub-
moving the water out with a' large gas marine. The time difference indicated
bubble. This bubble th~n collapses the range from the sonobuoy to the sub-
under water pressure and compresses the marine. A full charge was used for EER
:
gas, which then bounces back, re-expand- operational use and a reduced charge for
ing several times with diminishing force EER exercises, attack signal, and com-
and time interval. The single explosion munications. The EER tactic (also call-
occurs at the SUS functioning depth. ed JULIE) was phased out when replaced
Water pressure, increasing as the SUS by sonobuoys that produced the needed
sinks, first arms the explosive train, sound electromechanically. (Some for-
then detonating the exposive charge. eign navies still used the EER tactic.)
Spring loaded pistons and rupture Before this tactic was phased out, an-
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(shear) discs are used to sense the other use requirement developed due to
water depth and to operate the arming safety considerations. Oceanographers
and firing systems. The e.lectronic type and other scientists measured the ocean
uses sea water as the electrolyte in the environments using sound produced from
battery that powers the electronic cir- dynamite sticks and other improvised
cuitry, causing a coded sound to be pro- explosive charges. This often consisted
jected into the water. The electronic of a fuze, lit with a cigar. The length
circuit causes a ceramic ring to of the fuze was the only safety device.
vibrate, creating sound waves in the This practice resulted in several dis-
water. This signal is transmitted for asters. The SUS was then introduced for
a short time as the SUS sinks. oceanographic research, to enable accu-
rate ASW operations (its largest current
1-9. BACKGROUND. The past explosive usage).
SUS are similar to current designs,
except their shapes usually are of the
potato masher outline: a cylinder with 1-10. SUS also have long-range location
a pipe to the tail. These devices were capability. When detonated at the ocean
originally called Practice Depth Charges depth of minimum sound velocity, sound
(PDC). PDC's were used in place of travels thousands of miles, trapped in
Depth Charges or Depth Bombs to simulate the layer of minimum velocity. In a
an attack with weapons. Additionally, calibrated ocean, several listening sta-
they were used for exercise signaling tions can pinpoint the location of the
from aircraft to submerged submarines.
An electronic SUS with selectable codes
explosion. Based upon this principle,
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evolved for SAR (Search and Rescue), are used in specific projects. The fol-
n either to mark a downed aircraft or to

mark the location of survivors. The
SOFAR SUS also fixed the position of
lowing are normally used:
a. SUS MK 59 MOD 3 with 1.8 pound

missile re-entry bodies. Explosive charge, or MOD 4 with 4 pound charge.
n signals indicate the underwater location

of operational units on test ranges.
Additional uses included anti-swimmer,
and underwater initiation of other
weapons or explosive devices to produce
Deep depth (1000 to 18000 feet) can be
set in the field to meet changing re-
quirements. This SUS has a fast sink
rate. Limited quantities are available.
large sounds and to cut mooring cables. b. SUS MK 61 MOD 0 with a 1.8 pound
charge is dual-depth selectable, 60 or
1-11. CURRENT APPLICATIONS. 800 feet. Large quantities are avail-
" able.
1-12. Exercise Communication. The
electronic SUS MK 84 series, called at- c. SUS MK 64 MOD 0 with a 1.1 ounce
tack signa~s, have four or five (depend- reduced charge is Aual-depth selectable,
ing on MOD) pre-selectable acoustic 60 or 800 feet. Moderate quantities are
codes. The SUS MK 64, a reduced charge available.
explosive signal, is used as an alter-
nate to the MK 84 series, primarily d. SUS ·MK-82 MOD 0 is dual depth
during low inventory periods. Several selectable, 66 or 300 feet; the MOD 1 is
MK 64's must be dropped in sequence to single depth, 300 feet. Both MODS have
impart the same message as one MK 84, 1.8 pound charges. Moderately large
and at a higher cost. Only these two quantities are used. Note that 300 feet
SUS are allocated to the operational is usually under but near the thermal
n forces, in addition to the Dummy Train-

ing SUS, MK 95 MOD 0.
1-13. SAR SOFAR. SUS MK 22 series re-

layer (see figure 1-7).
e. SUS MK 94 MOD 0 with a 1.8 pound

charge or MOD 1 with a 4 pound charge
mains in use, although most are quite have depths ranging from 1000 to 18000
old. The major users have been the feet, and are pre-set at manufacture.
Coast Guard and the Air Force. This SUS These signals have relatively slow sink
has six selectable depths. The MOD 0 rates. Limited quantities of the MOD 0
can be used from aircraft or the sur- are used, and the MOD 1 is rarely used.
face; the MOD 1 only from the surface.
The MK 59 MOD 5 remains with an aircraft f. SUS MK 128 MOD 0 is single
to function if it ditches and sinks. depth, 300 feet. The MOD 1 is dual
Its depths are pre- set at manufacture. depth selectable, 60 or 300 feet. Both
These signals (some of questionable re- MODS have 1.1 ounce reduced charges.
liability) are in standby for use. Limited quantities are used. Note layer
relationship as in the MK 82.
1-14. Oceanic Survey/Calibration. Var-
ious MARKS and MODS of SUS are used to 1-15. Maintenance And Handling-Train-
obtain a range of functioning depths ing. One dummy signal~ DSUS MK 95, is
from 60 to 18000 feet. Most require- in use. This SUS is completely inert.
ments are met by the standard 1.8 pound It has the same weight and center of
n explosive load. Some reduced (1.1

ounce) and some double (4 pound) loads
I
gravity as the SUS MKS 61, 64, 82, and
128 and the same shape (but lighter
weight) as the MK 59 MODS 0, Oa, 3, and
the MK 94 MOD 0. This unit is used for
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launcher fitment tests and for training' engaged with the firing pin. When ~he
personnel in SUS handling. The dispens-
ers in aircraft, in which the DSUS was
contained, have been removed from serv-
piston and sleeve move far enough, the
sleeve releases the balls and the firing
pin. The calibrated spring, compressed
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ice. by the piston(s), drives the firing pin
1-16. Explosive Echo Ranging (EER).

EER SUS, called JULIE signals, are ad-
vanced-capability SUS used for locating
silent submarines at relatively long
into the detonator. This system is
noteworthy because it does not have a
cocked firing pin until under pressure.
See the SUS MK 61 MOD 0 in Chapter 2 for
a detailed discussion. A variation is
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ranges. The SUS MK 78 MOD 0 shallow in the shallow depth SUS MK 78 MOD 0,
depth (80 feet) and MOD 1 deep depth wherein the sleeve that releases the
(1500 feet) each contain a full charge balls also push~s charge holder release
1.7 pound line. The training counter- pistons, against spring pressure, for
part, the MK 92 MOD 0 dual depth se- deployment of the line charge .•
lectable (60 and 800 feet), has are-
duced charge, 1.1 ounce line. These SUS 1-19. Deep Depth. This configuration
produce reduced surface and bottom re- uses both a piston and a rupture disc to
flections and extremely high output in sense depth. The piston arms the de-
the horizontal beam for long ranges. vice, and the disc initiates firing.
See figure 2-45. The detonator is lo-
1-17. BASIC CONFIGURATIONS. Three cated in the arming piston. The detona-
basic designs exist: moderate depth, tor is aligned with the firing pin and
deep depth, and electronic. The moder- firing train when the pressure of arming
.ate depth and deep depth designs employ depth is obtained. The arming piston
water pressure to arm; (i.e. they align moves against spring pressure. In older
the detonator with the firing pin and designs, the piston breaks a shear wire,
explosive train) to release and power
the firing pin. The explosive trains
are similar; each contains a detonator,
then aligns. In either case, the firing
train is locked in the safe position un-
til the appropriate arming depth is
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lead, booster, and main charge. reached. The shear disc is exposed to
water pressure. The disc is designed to
1-18. Moderate Depth. This basic con- rupture at a specified pressure (depth).
figuration uses piston(s) exposed to At rupture, a slug of water slams the
water pressure to sense the depth. The firing piston into the aligned detona-
arming piston, initially in the safe tor. See SUS MK 59 MOD 3 in Chapter 2
out-of-line position, is moved in for a detailed discussion. In a varia-
against its spring by water pressure. tion of this system, the MK 78 MOD 1
See figure 2-24. The detonator, located uses the water pressure released by the
in the piston, is lined up with the fir- shear disc to move charge holder release
ing pin and the explosive train. The pistons, causing the release of the
firing piston is restrained by a cali- charge holder for deployment of the ex-
brated spring; larger diameter pistons plosive line charge.
overcome the spring pressure at shal-
lower depths and small diameter pistons 1-20. Electronic SUS. The electronic
at deeper depths. Normally, a deep pis- SUS is powered by a sea water battery.
ton is nested inside a shallow piston, The battery is the wet type, using sea
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providing two depths with one calibrated water as electrolyte. The battery is
spring. The movement of the piston(s) kept dry until it enters the sea. When
moves a sleeve that holds two sear balls
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flooded with sea water, it powers the line with the symbol. Arrows are added
0 electronics housed in the signal body to

drive a ceramic transducer ring around
its mid-section. The electronics are
to the SUS MK 59 MOD 5 for stowage and/
or securing in aircraft to best survive
a crash so the SUS can subsequently
manually set, by an external switch, to function when the aircraft sinks to the
n one of several codes prior to loading

for release from aircraft. The codes
are formed by patterns of long and short
pulses at two distinct frequencies. The
SOFAR channel. Direction of stowage is
superimposed on the arrows, the longi-
tudinal arrow reading STOW FORWARD and
the arrow on the end, STOW UP AND DOWN.
SUS shuts down after it plays for 45 to
120 seconds. There are various protec- 1-24. Identification. (See figure
tive methods to keep the battery dry 1-3.) The abbreviation SUS and the MARK
during storage (See SUS MK 84 series in and MOD of the assembled SUS are marked
Chapter 2). around the tail shroud in large charac-
ters. Information on depth setting is
1-21. MARKINGS. All SUS are similarly molded in the nose. Because the explo-
marked with color to indicate hazard sive section is loaded at a different
level,_ symbols for special precautions, time from the assembly of the arming and
and full identification information on firing mechanism, each is marked as a
each major component. separate component. The components are
also exchanged with other components of
1-22. Color. (See figure 1-1.) SUS either different depths or charge
are not painted, except the dummy type., weights to make up SUS for new require-
which is bronze. Old dummy stocks are ments. Each component is identified
painted blue. A wide yellow band is with its nomenclature, MARK, and MOD;
painted around the center of the full- the design package or Data List (DL)
n
charge SUS to indicate high explosive. number; the explosive type and weight;
The type of explosive main charge is the component total weight, loading
printed on or adjacent to this band. activity, lot number, and the loading or
The reduced-charge SUS used in exercises assembly date. When the components are
has two narrower bands, one blue for assembled, the MARK and MOD of the re-
practice, and one yellow for high ex- sulting unit are applied to the tail
plosive. The type of explosive is shroud with the assembly lot number
marked. The.electronic SUS tail sec- located below it. In the past, the lot
tion, is fabricated from blue colored number was composed of a number, the
plastic. A green band is painted around activity letter symbol, and the month
the protruding end of the SUS MK ~9 MOD and year number. SUS were issued only
5 arming piston with a letter S superim- as components to be assembled in the
posed to indicate safe condition. field. A program to improve reliability
and simplify logistics was completed
1-23. Symbols. (See figure 1-2.) around 1970 to assemble all SUS into
Standard SUS found to function out of complete rounds. At that time, SUS
their prescribed depth range are marked rounds were LOT identified by the data
to preclude their use in submarine exer- on the arming and firing mechanisms.
cises. The submarine stays out of the The current lot number system contains
depth layer in which the SUS are cali- much of the information in a four-part
brated to function. The symbol is a alpha-numeric symbol, e.g., SSD82F001-
n
checkered band around the nose of the 001. Briefly, the first group of let-
SUS with the words RESTRICTED FROM USE ters represents the manufacturing activ-
IN SUBMARINE EXERCISES interposed in ity. The second group represents the
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BLUE BRONZE
( \ ( \
BLUE BRONZE
YELLOW YELLOW BLUE

YELLOW
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BRONZE
(Older stock
is blue)
SUS-MK SUS-MK SUS-MK SUS-MK DSUS-MK

59-5 61 64 84 95
SO FAR SERVICE PRACTICE ATTACK/ DUMMY
(Full ( Full (Reduced COMMUNICATION (Inert)
charge) charge) charge) (Inert/
electronic)
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Figure 1-1. Signal, Underwater Sound, Color Markings u
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()
Figure 1-2. Signal, Underwater Sound, Symbol Markings
year number (82) and the month letter NALC, contractor's identification number
(F). The third group of three numbers and part number, weight, contractor's
indicates the specific configuration name, contract and lot numbers, non-
(design changes, etc.) The last group explosive markings, and indication of
consists .of a dash and the sequential U.S. ownership.
3-digit iot number of that configura-
tion. Additional letters are added 1-25. PACKAGING. SUS are packaged in
after this final number for additional containers of 6 or 8 units. There are
information if required. (See MIL-STD- 20 containers to a pallet. See Chapter
1168A.) Additional marking may include 3 for details.
National Stock Number (NSN) and Naval
Ammunition Logistic Code (NALC). The 1-26. SHELF LIFE. Shelf life is de-
explosive SUS have, in most cases, been fined as the time period in which the
loaded in government depots and followed SUS remains fully ready for use, be-
the above patterns. The electronic SUS, ginning from the date of manufacture.
have been procured to specifications The shipping and storage container (See
with specific marking requirements that Chapter 3) provides physical protection
differ. (See figure 1-4.) Besides the and a dry, non-corrosive atmosphere but
large character marking around the tail does not protect the SUS from heat and
shroud, the nose or mid-section is mark- aging. Therefore, storage temperature
ed or molded with code setting numbers directly impacts shelf life. The deto-
n and indexes. The transducer around the

mid-section is identified "TRANSDUCER"
for protection. Detailed SUS identifi-
cation and logistics information in-
nators used in SUS will fail if stored
in temperatures of 110°F or greater for
extended periods. Otherwise, explosive
SUS should be reliatle for a minimum of
25 years. In electronic SUS components,
clude: nomenclature, MARK and MOD, NSN,
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SEE DETAIL A
''·
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i(_jl
REMOVE WIRE FOR SHALLOW DEPTH
DETAIL A
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Figure 1-3. Signal, Underwater Sound Typical Lettering
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n MINI~~l~.
SUS MK 84
--+--MOD1
!!!!!!!!I
BLUE
(TAIL SECTION OR SHROUD ONLY)
!-.------·SIGNAL, UNDERWATER SOUND

MK84MOD 1
n 136()..01-037-0588 SW39
FSCM 88888 MFR/PN DL33421-9
WT 7 LBS/MASS 3.2 KG
N00019-82-G-9999
LOT SSD84G001-002
NON EXPLOSIVE
us
TYPICAL ROTARY SWITCH

(NOSE OR SIDE)
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Figure .1-4. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 84 Marking
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NAVAIR 11-1-107
age can change their functioning charac- state. Electronic SUS service life per-
teristics. This is particularly true if
stored under high temperatures. Elec-
tronic SUS shelf life is a minimum of 10
iods, under the most severe conditions,
are: u
years. Many that remain are now 14 a. SUS MK 84 MOD 0 in sealed plas-
years old and are satisfactory.
1-27. SUS that have been exposed to

excessively humid conditions due to
tic bag - 1 year mini~um.
b. SUS MK 84 MOD 0 without protec-

tion - 60 days minimum.
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packaging failure can be detected in
most cases. Detection and action to be c. SUS MK 84 MOD 1 (MRI) in hermet-
taken are discussed in Chapter 3 under ically sealed unit container (can) - 10
Packaging. External corrosion is read- years minimum.
ily apparent and may affect explosive
SUS. Exposed TETRYL leads and boosters d. SUS MK 84 MOD 1 (MRI) without
(as in disassembled SUS) would fail in protection - 1 year minimum.
the presence of moisture. The sea water
battery in electronic SUS will fail if e. SUS MK 84 MOD 1 (SIPPICAN)
damage by moisture. The degree of without protection - 10 years minimum.
protection varies with the MOD, manufac-
turer's design, and/or the packaging
system. It is extremely important that
electronic SUS remain protected from
moisture to obtain their full shelf SUS with humidity indi-
life. cators that indicate
desiccant failure during
1-28. SERVICE LIFE. This is the period
when the SUS is first exposed, without
protection, until it is expended. In
explosive SUS, service life lasts a min-
service life should be
used first. These units
should be reported as
material category C.
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imum of 25 years, provided that: metal
parts are not corroded; they are not NOTE
exposed to temperatures over 110°F for
protracted p~riods; they remain fully Reversible indicators
assembled. Electronic SUS, however, (the blue/pink units)
have a relatively short service life. A only indicate the exist-
desiccant was originally provided in the ing condition of the des-
MK 84 MOD 1, to prolong its service life iccant, which can dry out
by absorbing any moisture that might in- during winter months and
vade the sea water battery. (More re- thereby hide its true
cently, the sea water battery was her- condition (i.e. that it
metically sealed from moisture.) The may have failed during
moisture saturation of this desiccant is the damp period). Fre-
indicated by its color. Moisture satur- quent examination of all
ation does not necessarily mean that the exposed SUS will elimi-
SUS is a failure; it simply means that nate this possibility.
the desiccant is spent. A SUS in this The non-reversible-type
situation should be given first-use pri-
ority, since it is in an unprotected
permanently indicate.
(See Chapter 3.)
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1-29. BULK OR DEEP STOWAGE. See the oven effect. Deck stowage shall not be
() table in Chapter 2 under MARK and·MOD of
each specific SUS to determine its haz-
directly over fire rooms and other heat-
emitting areas. Stowage shall be ar-
ard classification (ref: NAVORD OP-5) ranged to expend the oldest material
n for storage compatibility with other

munitions, quantity distance for storage
ashore, and commercial shipping under
Coast Guard and DOT regulations. Explo-
sive SUS are stowed in high explosive
first. Similarly, all Material Condi-
tion Code C SUS shall be positioned for
first use.
1-30. READY SERVICE STOWAGE. Where

magazines. Dummy SUS and electronic SUS possible, all SUS should remain in their
are inert and may be stored with dry containers for maximum protection. If
stores. Shipboard storage carries addi- explosive SUS fitted with arming wire
tional hazards due to potential risks of assemblies are stowed out of their con-
accidental release of high pressure tainers, they must be stowed in such a
water, air, or steam or the possible manner that the arming wire assemblies
sinking of the ship. (See Section II of cannot come adrift. This means that a
this Chapter for details.) Most explo- 15-inch enclosure (the SUS length) shall
sive SUS can be actuated by pressure if be maintained, and the SUS shall be
certain precautions are not observed. prevented from turning in a direction
Explosive SUS shall be stowed in their that would enable the arming wire assem-
regular shipping and stowage container bly to withdraw. The hazards resulting
with all cushioning in place, arming from arming wire withdrawal are covered
wire assemblies (or safety cotter pin) in Section II of this Chapter. The
and depth setting devices in place, and space provided shall, under every cir-
external container covers secured. cumstance, prevent arming wire with-
Electronic SUS shall be stowed in a drawal by limiting its movement (as pro-
n similar manner except for the arming

wire assemblies and the depth setting
devices, which are not present in the
electronic SUS. (These stowage direc-
vided for in the shipping and stowage
containers). (See figure 1-5.) The
alternative to a space tailored to pre-
vent arming wire removal, is to tape
tions ensure that the SUS will survive each drag plate assembly in place until
shipping and handling vibrations, ship- needed. The tape must be removed prior
board vibrations, and humid atmospheres. to launching.
Explosive SUS stowage onboard ships
shall be in containers, in regular ex- 1-31. Electronic SUS shall remain in
plosive magazines. The containers shall containers with the covers secured or
be palletized whenever possible. The the stowage provision shall furnish
shipboard stowage shall be restrained by complete protection. The stowage shall
stanchions and battens, and where neces- be dry, and the mid-section transducer
sary, additional bracing to prevent shall be protected from damage. The
movement. Electronic SUS shall be simi- transducer is a fragile ceramic ring
larly stored in shipboard dry storage or that is easily fractured if laid on an
in magazines, but not in the vicinity of irregular surface (rivets, angle irons,
high heat, such as uptakes, or high vi- etc.). The proper storage position for
bration, such as shaft alleys. Emer- a signal out of its container is nose
gency deck stowage shall be blocked and down on a shock pad. Individual tail-
braced and protected from the sun by ored cells which limit side movement
n tarpaulins, or other shields, rigged

with an air space between to prevent an
elevated temperature brought on by the
should be used to support the SUS in a
vertical position. Excessive tempera-
ture and vibration should be avoided.
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ARMING PISTON WITH WIRE ENGAGED

DRAG PLATE u
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SAFE
TAPE
(ALTERNATIVE)
ARMING PISTON WITH WIRE DISENGAGED
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TOO MUCH CLEARANCE
\
UNSAFE
SAFE STOWAGE UNSAFE STOWAGE
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Figure 1-5. Arming Wire Assembly Retention
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1-32. Material Category C SUS should be 1-35. LOADING.

() positioned for first use. The longest .
exposed SUS should be positioned for
next use. It is recommended that Ready WARNING I
n Service SUS be colored coded, using the
sonobuoy system described in NAVAIR
28-SSQ-500-1, Sonobuoy Instruction
Manual. Location of the marking is
optional. Do not block out other mark-
Do not load explosive
SUS in aircraft car-
tridge actuated (CAD}
ings when applying the. color code. sonobuoy launcher-con-
tainer (SLCs) or any
other aircraft pressur-
1-33. HANDLING. Palletized SUS are ized launching device.
handled with standard mechanized pallet A loading error may
handling equipment and pallet slings. cause SUS detonation at
Pallets are broken down at the user launching.
points by cutting the metal securing
strapping. SUS shipping and storage NOTE
containers (6 or 8 SUS each) are removed
from the pallet by hand. The container When launching SUS from
has two handles, one on each end above aircraft free-fall
the center of gravity. One or two men chutes, drop them tail
carry and stack it in its stowage. The first into the air-
containers are shaped for nesting ver- stream.
tically in a stack, thus providing sta-
bility. Ensure that the containers are 1-36. Aircraft. Nearly all explosive
n nested. Assure that markings are visi-

ble and shipboard positioning is proper
(see paragraphs 1-30 and 1-31).
SUS launchers were removed from U.S.
Navy ASW aircraft when the JULIE tactic
was replaced by DIFAR. The few remain-
ing launchers are not in the operational
forces. In all of these launchers the
1-34. When removing SUS from contain- arming wire assembly was physically re-
ers, retain the container trays for pos- tained in the SUS by the limiting length
sible restowage of the SUS. Secure the of the s.pace into which the SUS fitted.
trays in the container by securing the Some aircraft had internal stowage
watertight lid. Extreme care should be racks. Explosive and electronic SUS are
taken to keep the arming wire assembly now dispensed through free-fall chutes
from coming adrift. The SUS should not and from bomb rack adapters. Electronic
be stowed in ship or aircraft without SUS can be launched from sonobuoy launch
it. Avoid striking or positioning the tubes (SLTs) by first assembling them
SUS where it could be crushed. The ex- into a sonobuoy launch-container (SLC),
plosive SUS is a thin-skinned bomb; the with a split spacer to compensate for
ever-present possibility exists that a the difference in size (sonobuoy is 5 x
sharp blow could cause detonation. 36 inches). All SUS may also be dis-
Never set an explosive SUS on its nose pensed by hand from helicopter doorways.
except when putting it into a recepti- All explosive SUS shall be fitted with
cal. Also, when placing a SUS on its arming wire assemblies or safety cotter
n side, position it to prevent free rol-

ling. Use dummy SUS, never live SUS, to
train handlers.
pins prior to loading into aircraft with
the following exceptions: the SUS MK 59
MODS Oa, 1a, 3, 4, and 5. Positive
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means to prevent arming wire disengage- placed where heavy items could fall on
ment shall be provided, such as stowage
racks, shipping· containers, or taping in
place. This provides ditching safety
them.
1-38. LAUNCHING. SUS are launched from

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for the crew. Explosive SUS loaded into ai~craft in accordance with the NATOPS
bomb rack adapters shall be fitted with
arming wire assemblies (with the same
exceptions). All aircraft loading and
dispensing shall be in accordance with
the appropriate Conventional Weapons
Flight Manual for the aircraft. They
are launched from surface craft using
OP 3696, Explosive Safety Precautions
for Research Vessels, as a guide. FXP-
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1, Submarine and Antisubmarine Exer-
Check List for Search Stores, Conven- cises, shall be used when launching SUS
tional Weapons Loading Manual, and the during submarine exercises. The follow-
NATOPS Flight Manual for the specific ing requriements shall be addressed pri-
aircraft. or to launching SUS:
WARNING I a. Prior to detonating explosive

SUS, training or oceanographic, ensure
notifications have been made in
Personnel that acciden- accordance with current directives (if
tally go overboard with applicable).
a SUS set for shallow
detonation will be in- b. The location must be approved in
jured or killed. advance. There are restricted areas
which may include submarine transit
1-37. Small Boats. Small boats are lanes, sensitive seabed equipment, haz-
subject to capsizing or swamping and ardous material, ecological considera-
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therefore require special loading pre- tions, or international agreements.
cautions. Arming wire assemblies may
c. After detonating explosive SUS,
di~engage from arming pistons at water
entry or when a SUS is adrift in a boat. training or oceanographic, report in
Load small boats in accordance with accordance with current directives (if
NAVORD OP 3696, Explosive Safety Precau- applicable).
tions for Research Vessels. The follow- NOTE
ing policies shall be observed in load-
ing SUS in small boats: Identification of under-
a. Remove all arming wire assem- water detonations are
blies and substitute safety cotter pins important to assist in
prior to loading. An alternative to ocean acoustic spectrum
this procedure is taping the drag plate monitoring.
in place.
d. Both explosive and electronic
b. Verify that all SUS are on deep SUS become missiles when they are
setting prior to loading. This is most launched. Their weight and impact ve-
essential, and gives added assurance of locities are such that they could pene-
personnel safety. trate lower flying aircraft or surface
craft, and kill. Surface craft are dif-
c. Lash the handles of containers
to standing parts of the boat, prior to
opening, to prevent accidental upset
after opening.
ficult to see from high altitude and can
be obscured in a surface haze.
e. Check your charts for depth in

the drop area. There are restrictions
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d. Loose SUS shall be prevented in disposing of explosive devices within
from rolling free, and shall not be
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a specified distance of land and within
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NAVAIR 11-1-107
a specified depth of water. A SUS may :::

that it is either parallel with the
n malfunction and violate these restric-

tions. This becomes very dangerous to
fishing operations, sea mining opera-
longitudinal axis of the aircraft or
tail first down and aft will quickly
stabilize. If it is launched with an
tions and future offshore construction. end-to-end tumble motion, it may not
n Ensure that the depth of the water ex-

ceeds the depth set on the SUS by 15
percent. For example, the 800-foot
setting on MK 61 SUS could detonate at
stabilize. This could damage the unit
at water entry. The SUS tail fins are
canted, which causes the SUS to spin as
fast as 6000 RPM. SUS that stabilize
880 feet. See the malfunctions listed follow a very predictable trajectory.
under the SUS MK 61 MOD 0 in Chapter 2 The SUS trajectory varies with its
to appreciate the problem. weight and length (D and E size),. I f
the arming wire assembly remains with
f. Electronic SUS turn-on time is the SUS (overly tight or corroded spring
affected by temperature. If the SUS is tabs), the stability is reduced and the
carried externally, it will become cold- trajectory time increased. (See Appen-
soaked, and if the surface water is also dix A for trajectory curves.) One type
very low in temperature, the entry of of electronic SUS depends on water entry
water into the battery causes ice to to shear out a nose seal for activation.
form. Electrolyte is kept from the bat- Vertical nose down orientation should be
tery plates, and the signal does not used for hand release from low altitudes
function until the unit descends below and low speeds.
the thermal layer and is fairly deep. A
cold soak at -4°F (-20°C) is the design
limit. Some electronic SUS can not 1-40. WATER TRAJECTORY.
function at this temperature. If sig-
n naling is required with a submarine

above the thermal layer, ensure that the
SUS will not be cold-soaked. (See acti-
vations below.)
NOTE
Water entry forces of

g. Ensure SUS stabilization will be shock and pressure cause
maintained. A SUS may malfunction when a large share of mal-
entering the water on its side or tail. functions in the present
SUS designs. See exam-
1-39. AIR TRAJECTORY.. SUS are some- ples under SUS MK 61 MOD
times dropped from low altitudes and 0 Malfunctions in Chap-
speeds. Since the end of the JULIE tac- ter 2.
tic, SUS for oceanographic uses are
dropped from higher and more cost-effec-
tive altitudes. Explosive SUS have an
increasing malfunction rate over 1500 Water entry is crucial in the life of a
feet. (See paragraph 2-201.) Early SUS. The SUS flat nose prevents rico-
electronic SUS (MK 84 MOD 0), when drop- chetting and forces the water away from
ped from over 2000 feet, were rendered its sides until it slows down. (See
completely inoperative upon water im- figures 1-7 and A-12 for curves). It
pact due to the nose switch being jammed enters the water at an angle leaving a
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into the electronics. The newer SUS MK hole behind and around sides. It decel-
84 MOD 1 has satisfactory survival from erates to below its water sink rate, an-
25000 feet. The SUS, if launched so gles over into a vertical descent in a
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NAVAIR 11-1-107
rather sharp curve, and accelerates to Arming is completed prior to the firing
the in-water terminal velocity. Verti-
cal descent is stable all the way to
detonation depth. If large waves are
depth. SUS that are fully armed are
hazardous to submarines that may collide
with the sinking SUS. See Section 2 of
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running on the surface and impact veloc-
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this chapter for details on submarine
ity is high, impact may crush one side hazard and unintentional arming from
of the tail shroud or if the arming wire overpressures.
assembly remained with the SUS, the wire
may become wrapped in the tail shroud so
that the drag plate trails behind. Fig- NOTE
ure 1-6 illustrates late SUS functioning
caused by improper water entry. With a In advance designs of
bent tail, it sinks in big spirals with adiabatic firing SUS
the trailing drag plate slowing it down. (wherein air compression
It may take up to twice the normal time results in heat concen-
to sink to detonation depth. Loss of tration initiating and
tail fins and shroud results in more er- propagating booster
ratic behavior. charge detonation), arm-
ing systems are not re-
1-41. Terminal velocity is obtained in quired when launched
less than 100 feet. The electronic SUS from aircraft and sur-
must activate in three seconds so that a face craft, but are re-
submarine above the thermal layer can quired when launched
receive the code. Refer to figure 1-7 from submarines. This
for illustrated curve for three-second is because the adiabatic
depth under various water entry condi- system will not function
tions and its reiationship to the
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at depths shallower than
thermal layer and code recognition time. 800 feet.
Appendix A also includes sink rate
curves for various SUS.
1-44. DETONATING. SUS function between
1-42. EXPLOSIVE SUS FUNCTIONING. a minimum and'maximum firing depth.
(See Functioning Characteristics table
1-43. ARMING. In most SUS, the arming for the specific SUS in Chapter 2.) A
system is enabled by removing the safety depth sensing shear disc causes firing
cotter pin prior to launching or by arm- in one instantaneous action, or the
ing wire assembly extraction, which oc- firing piston type gradually compresses
curs with air drag on the face of the a spring due to increasing hydrostatic
drag plate as the SUS clears the air- pressure as the SUS sinks. In either
craft. This frees the arming system to case, overpressure from the detonation
react to increasing water pressure. The of one SUS may prematurely cause the
range of arming depths is indicated un- detonation of another SUS in close
der Functioning Characteristics (tables) proximity. For example, one unit set
for each SUS in Chapter 2. Arming shallow and one set deep are dropped
pistons restrained by a shear wire arms together; the shallow unit can counter-
in one rapid action. Those that are re- mine the deep one. See SUS MK 59 MOD 5
strained by a spring gradually move to in Chapter 2 for countermining pre-
the armed position as the spring is vention. On firing, the explosive train
compressed by increasing water pressure. is detonated; or, in the case of a line
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REMAINS WITH
SUS TO WATER ENTRY)
DAMAGED OR BENT
SHROUD WOULD CAUSE
SUS TO SPIRAL AND
SLOW SINK RATE
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Speed 0 kts 180 kts

Altitude 25,000' 100' 500'
Signal velocity
Water entry L
0 Data points
600'/sec.
85°
300'/sec.
85° goo
300'/sec.
30°
237'-312'/sec.
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4
Note: Mission effectiveness of signal with submarine above thermal layer

is limited by activation time and initial intelligible coding.
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Figure 1-7. Activation and Coding Time Curves for MK 84 SUS
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NAVAIR 11-1-107
charge that has to deploy into a verti- Functioning Characteristics tables in-
cal line before detonation, fi~ing clude information concerning most. The
releases the line and starts a pyrotech- bubble pulse information is good only
nic delay, and the deployed vertical ex- for lump or point charges. Line charges
plosive line is detonated. Detonation are different in that the bubble is
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turns a relatively stable chemical com- still expanding at the top of the line
pound instantly into a gas ·that expands while it is collapsing at the bottom.
with great rapidity and heat. The deto- The sound produced by a detonation is
nation moves through the explosive mole- limited in range by the size of the
cule to molecule, in a wave; this charge and variations in the underwater
process is called propagation. The environment. The range varies from a
velocity of movement varies with the short distance to thousands of miles.
chemical composition and binder. In the (See Principles of Underwater Sound for
line charges, the velocity of this wave Engineers, by Robert J. Urick and Under-
controls the angle of the main energy water Explosions, by Robert H. Cole.)
beam. The firing train starts with the
most sensitive element, the detonator, 1-46. Sound Pressure Level (SPL). For
and is followed by each of the less sen- reference purposes, the acoustic
sitive elements: the lead, booster and pressure resulting from detonation in
main charge. Firing causes detonation water is measured, a distance of one
propagation in the same sequence and meter, in decibels relative to one
direction. microPascal (dB//l~Pa). Normally, this
is the root-mean-square and not the peak
1-45. Bubble Pulse. When detonation value (peak value being 3 dB greater).
occurs, the surrounding water is com- The Functional Characteristics table for
pressed and forced outward by the ex- each SUS gives this information; care
panding gas bubble. This compression should be taken in usage, that curves
n wave is the acoustic signal propagated

through the water in all directions.
The gas bubble's internal pressure de-
and information from the older units of
the microbar (~bar) are converted to
units of microPascal (~Pa) by adding
creases as it increases in size until it 100. The-values given in the tables of
is the same as the water pressure. The Chapter 2 are broad band frequency.
gas bubble then decreases in size, due Figure A-15 is a curve for single fre-
to the pressure of the surrounding quency values, each of which is consid-
water. Water pressure now rapidly com- erably lower than combined in a broad
presses the gas and the compressed gas band. This curve is the frequency
rebounds in expansion. This bubble spectrum of the explosion. The low fre-
oscillating action continues with the quencies in the spectrum are more power-
decreasing size of the bubble. The ful than the high frequencies. As ex-
oscillation time of the bubble decreases plained in the references given in
as depth increases. The period of the paragraph 1-45, the higher frequencies
first bubble oscillation for a known are attenuated sooner in travel through
charge weight may be used to determine water. Three explosive weights are used
the depth of detonation, or, for a known in SUS: 1.1 oz, 1.8 lb, and 4 lb. The
ftetonation depth, the weight of explo- broad band SPL for these weights are ap-
sive detonated. See Appendix A for proximately: 263, 274, and 276 dB//
.curves of bubble pulse time, and a for-. 1~Pa. It should be noted that between
n
mula for computation •. Each explosive the last two, doubling the explosive
has characteristic curves. Chapter 2 weight only increases·· the output two dB.
In terms of capability, if SPL increases
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NAVAIR 11-1-107
6 dB, the pressure has been doubled, seconds to repeat for confirmation. SUS
and, conversely, if it is dropped 6 dB, are required to activate no later than
half the pressure is produced. An
increase of 6 dB in SPL will double the
three seconds after water entry.. With a
three-second activation, it is probable
that the SUS will start transmitting its
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distance the sound travels.
code by the 46-foot depth, but this
1-47. Line charge output is in a beam
pattern with SPL measured in the beam
axis and at the 3 dB reduction points,
and top and bottom at the minimum
could occur as soon as 34 feet or as
late as 74 feet, depending on the speed
and altitude of the launching aircraft.
SUS cannot propagate sound in the water
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points. until the cavity caused by water entry
closes in on the transducer. In warm or
1-48. Reliability. The detonator reli- moderate temperatures the SUS will acti-
ability depends on long period storage vate as fast as 1.2 seconds. This is
conditions not exceeding 110°F. Explo- degraded by very cold conditions with
sive SUS dropped from a low altitude the signal activating well below the
have approximately a 99 percent or bet- layer because of battery icing. Elec-
ter reliability. This figure drops tronic SUS use sea water as the elec-
rapidly with increase in altitude over trolyte in the battery to produce the
1500 feet for the firing-piston-and- electrical power to operate the SUS.
ball-release type SUS. See Malfunctions The initial SUS (the MK 84 MOD 0) had
under SUS MK 61 MOD 0 in Chapter 2. four water entry ports around the sides
of the tail, housing the battery and an
1-49. ELECTRONIC SUS FUNCTIONING. outlet port in the center of the tail.
This system worked well, but exposed the
battery to deterioration. Humidity, dew
cycle, salt atmosphere, and/or rain
Even though the current

SUS MK 84 series do not
use dangerous power
after the SUS was exposed, contributed
to battery deterioration, resulting in
short operation or failure. The later
MOD 1 battery compartment was closed
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sources, such as Lithium with a tail pop-in plug, or a hermet-
batteries, they con- ically sealed chamber in the nose with a
ceiveably may, in the shear diaphram. Activation depends on
future, or in similar getting a large quantity of water to the
appearing devices. For battery rapidly.
that reason, examine the
SUS for hazardous mate-
rial markings and for 1-51. TRANSMISSION. The electronic SUS
the disposal instruc- acoustic output is one of two tones in
tions requried to appear the audible range. The.code is made up
thereon. by a pattern of pulses between these two
tones. Figure 1-7 illustrates the pat-
1-50. ACTIVATION. As indicated in terns of the five codes. This tone can
paragraph 1-40, the SUS must activate be heard by the submarine sonar systems
quickly to be heard by a submarine above and on the underwater telephone, which
the thermal layer (figure 1-7). The receives the third harmonic frequency of
longest of the five codes takes three the SUS tone. The code is selected on
seconds to play once and another three the SUS with a switch on the nose or
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NAVAIR 11-1-107
side before loading in a launching sys- layer may only include a couple of code
n tem. The SUS mid-section ceramic ring

vibrates to produce the tone. These
vibrations radiate in all directions.
The SUS MK 84 MOD 0 and 1 signal can
cycles (see figure 1-7).
1-54. MALFUNCTIONS.
n usually be heard by a submarine up to

5000 yards distant if not in its wake.
(See Sound Pressure Level, paragraph
1-46.) The SPL of the electronic SUS is
160 dB//1 Pa (or better). From the
1-55. Malfunctioning SUS shall be re-
ported through the normal explosive
incident or safety report/aircraft inci-
dent reporting systems. This allows
rapid corrective action and assistance
sound pressure level curves for ex-
plosives in Appendix A, the single fre- in determining the cause of the inci-
quency SPL for the explosive SUS MK 64 dent. Information addresses for SUS
should include:
(used as the alternate to the MK 84) is
approximately 176 to 177 dB//1 Pa.
This explosive SUS has nearly six times a. NAVAIRSYSCOM (Code AIR-54901)
the sound pressure level and 64 times •••••• the material command technical
the power, but produces one sound at the desk.
detonation depth. The electronic SUS
continues to transmit, repeating its b. NAVWPPNSTA Yorktown (Code 502)
code as it sinks, through each water •••••• the Cognizant Field Activity.
layer, down to at least 675 feet (45
Each reporting system requires specific
seconds) but not more than 1800 feet
(120 seconds). Timers in the SUS termi- information. This information should be
nate the transmission between 45 and 120 as complete as possible to allow appro-
seconds. Electronic SUS are not hazard- priate corrective. action.
> •
ous if they fail to function or are ex-
n pended and subsequently are recovered in

some manner.
1-52. Transmission on the third harmon-

1-56. MINIMUM REPORTING INFORMATION.
Identification data required for reports
may be found marked on the SUS, on SUS
containers, on ammunition data cards and
ic of the fundmental code frequency, on container instruction sheets. Once a
monitored by the submarine underwater SUS is unpacked, it may become mixed
telephone high channel, is 150 dB// with SUS that have different key data.
1 Pa or more. This is one-third the Then when it is subsequently expended
sound pressure as the fundamental code and a malfunction occurs, there is no
tone. For this reason, it will not be way to determine SUS origin data.
heard at as great a distance. Higher Therefore, it is suggested that some
third harmonic frequencies are attenu- minimum record keeping and segregation
ated more quickly than the lower fre- be maintained. The vital data for SUS
quencies, thus giving shorter ranges. is MARK, MOD and LOT #. The following
operational information is usually per-
1-53. Transmissions may be monitored by tinent in evaluating a SUS problem:
the launching aircraft with sonobuoys in
the water. The frequency range of the a. Altitude and speed of aircraft
AN/SSQ-41 and 57 sonobuoys include those when SUS was released.
of the MK 84 code frequencies.. The
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depth of the hydrophone causes the same b. Attitude of aircraft and SUS
problems the submarine has with the during release, if a separation problem
thermal layer. Monitoring above the was involved.
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NAVAIR 11-1-107
c. Listening period for signal de- k. Launching station, adapter, or

tection, i.e., the time from SUS release launcher used.
until actual listening started and ter-
minated, if a non-functioning (dud)
problem was involved.
d. Use of new design depth wire for

deep setting. This is important should
1-57. APPARENT MALFUNCTION. Many past
reports of SUS malfunction were induced
by the user's actions, procedures, or
equipment settings. It is recommended
that the user first read the section in
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a deep set SUS function shallow. (See Chapter 2 on SUS use. Many SUS sections
Chapter 2, Section XXXIV on depth wires. are only one page long and refer to
another section describing a basic SUS.
e. Condition of Arming Wire Assem- The SUS MK 82 MOD ·0 Section, for in-
bly. In the case of duds, verify by stance describes the difference between
sampling unused SUS that: it and the SUS MK 61 MOD 0. The section
on the SUS MK 61 MOD 0 should, there-
(1) Arming wire ends are not fore, be read to fully understand the
burred, bent, or corroded. SUS MK 82 MOD 0. Each procedure should
be examined while considering what the
(2) Arming wires are crimped to SUS is doing in the same time frame.
drag plates. The following is an example of a mistak-
enly diagnosed apparent SUS malfunction.
(3) Excessive force is not re- This example emphasizes the need for
quired to pull drag plates from tail thorough analysis of the conditions in-
shroud (see SUS MK 61 Section in Chapter volved in an apparent malfunction. A
2). squadron reported a 50 percent dud rate.
f. Safety cotter pin and tag.

The number of SUS dropped is indicated
by the number of cotter pins and depth
An investigation showed that the opera-
tors listening for deep SUS turned on
their recording equipment approximately
4~ seconds after release. After 56 sec-
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wires collected. onds they recorded a dud since detona-
tion apparently did not occur. Examina-
g. In the case of duds, verify by tion of the SUS magazine revealed shal-
sampling unused SUS that the body bolts low and deep signals mixed in the same
are tight, with the lockwashers flat, containers. Careless handling during
and shake for loose internal parts. previous off-loading operation caused
the mixing of deep and shallow SUS.
h. Submarine involvement. Submar- With shallow SUS inadvertently loaded in
ine depth, speed, and damage location the deep SUS rack and ejected as deep
should be checked, as well as the loca- SUS, detonation actually occurred about
tion of fresh marks or dents forward of 37 seconds before the operator turned on
damage point on submarine. his equipment.
1-58. SURVEILLANCE.
i. Submarine detection (listening)
problem. Submarine depth, thermal layer 1-59. The formal SUS Surveillance Pro-
depth, approximate range between SUS and gram was discontinued in March 1983 be-
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submarine, and location of wake relative cause years of experience have shown
to SUS should be noted.
that the in-service SUS are reliable
over the span of their life. Surveil-
j. Code set. lance data is now taken from periodic
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NAVAIR 11-1-107
field reports from SUS users. In the f. Corrosion. Corrosion is not a
n fleet, local surveillance is applied

during service life and use. Surveil-
lance is conducted in the fleet by each
problem in itself, but does indicate bad
stowage conditions or bad practices.
SUS should be wiped dry prior to stowing
and stowage containers should be dry.
ordnance technician at each handling.
n This running surveillance cont:Jinuously

ensures that conditions/configurations
remain unchanged, and that the SUS is
ready for use or stowage. The following
are the surveillance items that shall be
Dispose of SUS that are deeply pitted in
the explosive section in accordance with
instructions.
g. Bent taiL Set aside SUS with

monitored and corrected as necessary. bent tails for use in other than mechan-
(It is assumed that personnel conducting ical launcher systems and when sink rate
surveillance are qualified in accordance is not an important operational require-
.· with paragraph 1-5.) ment. Sink rate is slower and detona-
tion is later but at correct depth.
a. Identification. All SUS identi- h. Denting or crushing. (See Safe- -·
fication and hazards are marked legibly, ty in Section II.) Take great care that
i.e., with MARK, MOD, Lot, color, and further damage is not done. Small ex-
explosive. If not, dispose of in ac- isting dents are no problem, but if
cordance with paragraph 1-60. depth exceeds 1/8 inch below the sur-
face, take action. Dispose of the SUS
b. Arming. At all times, either an without delay in accordance with local
arming wire assembly or a safety cotter instructions.
pin must be in place in all SUS (except
SUS MK 59 MOD 5). I f this saf.ety device NOTE
is missing, improvise with a substitute
n cotter pin (see Chapter 2), and tag for

corrective action.
Sealing compound actual-
ly covers the raw explo-
sive and is protected as
the seal by the plastic
c. Free running. Examine end of
arming wire assembly to verify that it tail plug.
is free to come out of the arming piston i. Exposed explosive cavity. Check
hole. Wire should not be bent, cor-
' that the plastic end cap covers the
roded, or have any burrs. If any of opening in the tail. If the cap i's
these conditions are detected, remove loose or missing, tape it in place, or
the wire from the SUS. Then using non-
tape the hole closed for added safety.
sparking tools, correct the defect and
reinstall the arming wire. j. Humidity indicator. This ap-
plies to all MK 84 MOD 0 in external
d. Depth. Depth setting wires containers and all MK 84 MOD 1 in indi-
shall be installed at all times except vidual unit containers (sealed cans).
immediately prior to use, and then saved The humidity indicator is not applicable
for replacement should the SUS not be to hermetically sealed MK 84 MOD 1
used. The latest design depth wire (Sippican). On the initial opening of
should be installed (see Chapter 2). the container, read the indicator immed-
iately. If the indicator has reversed
n e. Leakage. Check that bolts are

tight, as indicated by flattened lock-
washers. Tighten evenly as necessary.
color, dispose of the SUS in accordance
with instructions given in paragraph
1-61.d. If the SUS indicator had not
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changed color on original opening and m. Verification. Check the SUS

subsequently in service did change identification on removal from its con-
color, mark this SUS for first use (see tainer, to assure that it agrees with
color code for exposed sonobuoys, NAVAIR container marking.
28-SSQ-500-1) at that time. Ensure that
ready service stowages, in fact, do have n. Watertightness. Check that the
SUS stowed for first use. Report and
assign material condition code c. Two
types of humidity indicators are used;
reversible and non-reversible.
container covers are latched and secure.
Safety lock wires or pins should remain
in place in the latches. Do not open
SUS containers until needed for ready
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service or aircraft loading.
(1) The reversible is blue when
the humidity is below the specified val- o. Temperature. Magazine and ready
ue (usually 50%) and turns pink when service lockers are required to have
that value is exceeded. And, as the maximum/minimum thermometers. Monitor
name implies, it changes back when the daily readings to ensure that tempera-
humidity drops below. This indicator tures do not exceed 110°F. Prolonged
gives no record or history. exposure to temperatures exceeding 110°F
will degrade detonators. Correct exces-
(2) The non-reversible indica- sive temperatures by checking ventila-
tor does leave a record; the indicator tion system, rigging awnings or tarpau-
appears as a hole (about 1/4 inch) in a lins with air space underneath, or mov-
white blotter with corn meal-appearing ing SUS.
salts in the hole, sandwiched between
transparent tape. When near 80% rela- p. Preflight. Check that arming
tive humidity persists for a day, the wire assembly is in place and that depth
salts dissolve and leak out into the or appropriate code is set.
blotter, coloring it yellow (or other
pre-designated color). This leaves a
blank window in the hole.
1-60. DISPOSAL.
1-61. There are four alternatives that

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k. Tampering detection. Be alert dictate when, where, and how SUS are
to unauthorized tampering, particularly permanently removed from service; each
in the case of the SUS MK 59 MOD 5, alternative has its associated requests
which may be left in aircraft for long and reports, along with current instruc-
periods of time; see Chapter 2 Recom- tions. Verify specific instruction re-
mended Check Points. quirements prior to disposal.
1. Dirt. Examine for dirt only a. Disposal during inflight air-

prior to assembly; do not disassemble craft emergency. Jettison in accordance
the SUS to check. Dirt or lint stuck in with the aircraft NATOPS manual.
a-ring grease or in grease on a-ring
mating surfaces will cause leakage and b. Disposal at sea. This is usu-
duds. Check firing mechanism and arming ally done at least 10 miles from land,
bodies of the SUS MK 59 MODS 0, Oa, 1, in at least 500 fathoms of water. See
1a, 3, and 4 prior to assembly. If OPNAV Instruction 8026.1 series and Area
dirty, clean and re-grease in accordance Commander Instructions for policies,
with Chapter 2. Use lint-free rags in procedures, and responsibilities appli-
cleaning. Examine 0-rings and sealing
surfaces of the old SUS MK 59 MODS 0 and
1 and the MK 22 MODS 0 and 1.
cable to the qisposal of ammunition at
sea, and report in accordance with OPNAV
and FLEET Instructions C8530.2 series. u
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c. Disposal ashore. Perform in 1-64. DESIGN. Design data is not nor-

mally needed by the users of SUS; it is
() accordance with OP 5 and SPCC Field
Instruction 8010.12 series. used by the procurement and manufactur-
ing activities. Design data is composed
d. Turn-in for refurbishment or in of a military specification which de-
n the case of MK 84 SUS, the recovery of

silver. Request directions from SPCC in
accordance with SPCC's instructions.
WPNSTA Yorktown, Code 502; is the Cog-
fines performance, a Data List (DL), or
List of Drawings (LD) that lists all the
drawings and documents required to manu-
facture the SUS, including an Ordnance
Data (OD) or a Navy Munitions Data (NMD)
nizant Field Activity for SUS and the
source of inspection, rework, refurbish- on the explosive loading procedure. The
ment, battery replacement, and reconfig- MIL-SPEC and the DL are listed in the
uration instructions (NAVAIRINST characteristics table in each MARK and
5400.80). Keep the following points in MOD section of Chapter 2.
mind when turning in SUS:
(1) Ensure that arming wire 1-65. LOGISTICS. Logistics· data is

assembly or safety cotter pin (or a sub- needed by the activities that store and
stitute) maintains the arming piston in ship SUS, and is as follows:
the safe position.
(2) Cover exposed explosive a. NAVSEA TW010-AA-ORD-010, Index

with tape to prevent accidental spark or to Navy Ammunition Stock, includes SUS
flash ignition and to prevent loss of National Stock Number (NSN), price,
loose explosive. weight, and cube.
(3) Clear aircraft structure b. NAVSEA TW010-AA-ORD-030, Navy
n when jettisoning.
(4) With SUS that are armed or

Ammunition Logistics Codes (NALC), lists
a four-digit alphanumeric code for each
SUS and is used in inventory reporting
otherwise dangerous, clear surface craft and requisitioning.
structure by lowering on a fish line
below keel depth and releasing. c. NAVSEA OP 2165, Navy Transporta-
tion Safety Handbook, describes the
(5) Ashore, obtain the services packing and shipping information. In
of bomb E.O.D. disposal personnel in ac- addition, it specifies the various ship-
cordance with local instructions if SUS ping/stowage hazards classifications
is armed, or if explosive is exposed,. used by the government activities that
crushed, or badly dented. Do not offer control the shipment of explosives.
for shipment.
d. NAVSEA OP 5, Vol 1, Ammunition
(6) Do not return damag~:.:d SUS Ashore Handling, Stowing, and Shipping,
to magazine. Use isolated stowage until specifies quantity - distance (QD) re-
disposed of. quirements and disposal instructions
ashore.
1-62. DOCUMENTATION.
e. NAVSEA OP 5, Vol 2, Ammunition
n 1-63. The documents discussed below are

effective for SUS in their specific sub-
jects. Some of the data is duplicated
in this publication.
Ashore Storage Data, gives nomenclature,
explosive weights, and compatability
data for various SUS by MARK and MOD
numbers.
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NAVAIR 11-1-107
f. CFR Title 46, Parts 140-155 d. Aircraft Tactical Manual TACAIDS

describes the hazards, ~towage, and
handling of explosives on noncombatant
ships.
for each specific aircraft includes SUS
physical and functional descriptions and
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precautions/limitations in their use.
g. NAVAIR 11-120A-1.1, Airborne

Weapons Packaging/Handling/Stowage
(Shipboard), includes SUS configura-
tions, Fleet Issue Unit Loads, and
e. FXP-1, Submarine and Antisubmar-
ine Exercises (U) specifies the safety
limitations in the use of SUS in ASW
exercises, and details the signaling
u
Containerized SUS Stowage (typical).
codes when SUS are used for communica-
tions.
h. NAVSEA OP 3206, Handling and
Stowage of Naval Ordnance Aboard Ammuni-
tion Ships, includes descriptions of SUS f. NAVWEPS OP 4, Ammunition Afloat,
loads and methods of handling and stow- provides a general description and his-
age of these loads. tory of SUS and specifies the handling
and storing of SUS on combat ships and
1-66. OPERATIONAL DOCUMENTATION. The the limitations of SUS storage in air-
user is controlled by operational docu- craft and ships.
mentation when storing, loading, and
using SUS, in the following manner:
g. NAVORD OP 3696, Explosives Safe-
NOTE ty Precautions for Research Vessels, de-
tails instructions for the handling,
This is not a complete stowing, and use of SUS on non-combat
list of references. vessels. The appendix includes stand
Additional references,
not of a general nature,
are made at appropriate
locations in the text.
off limits for hull damage, which is an
important consideration when using SUS
from the surface. u
a. Conventional Weapons Check List, h. NAVWEPS OP 3347, United States
Search Stores, for the particular air- Navy Ordnance Safety Precautions, are
craft model, specifies the aircraft pre- instructions in safety, although SUS are
and post-flight, on-and-off loading pro- not detailed. Those instructions that
cedure and limitations. cover thin-skinned, high explosive
ordance, with fuzes installed, are
b. Conventional Weapons Loading applicable to SUS.
Manual is the detailed counterpart to
the checklist above.
i. OP 1014, Ordnance Safety Precau-
c. NATOPS Flight Manual, for the tions, Their Origin and Necessity gives
particular aircraft model, specifies both precautions and case histories of
inflight loading and launching proce- accidents where precautions were vio-
dures. lated.
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NAVAIR 11-1-107
n SECTION II
SAFETY
n 1-67. PURPOSE.
1-68. The purpose of this section is to

dental tail impact is prevented by an
out-of-line arming piston. All SUS
designs pass a 40-foot drop test with
promote overall safety and to understand Arming wire assembly or safety cotter
the basic rules of safety for all SUS. pin and tag installed to demonstrate
Unsafe conditions are discussed. safety from tail impact.
1-69. OBJECTIVE. 1-77. ARMING DEPTH. The SUS will not

arm until deep enough to be safe for
1-70. The objective of this section and exposed personnel in surface craft.
its guidelines is to avoid loss of life
or injury to personnel and damage to 1-78. FIRING. The firing system is not
aircraft, ships and other property due precocked; therefore, there is no stored
to misuse of the SUS. energy. Firing depth pressure is re-
quired to fully cock the ball-release
1-71. SAFETY FEATURES. type or pressurize the shear-disc firing
type.
1-72. The following features may fail
in a catastrophic occurrence beyond 1-79. ASSEMBLED ROUND. The booster and
those accident environments for which lead are not directly exposed to sparks
n the SUS is designed and tested. Most

safety features involve explosive SUS;
therefore, the text will specify elec-
tronic when referring to the electronic
or flash fires in the fully-assembled
sus.
1-80. DISARMING. With the arming wire
sus. assembly or safety cotter pin removed,
accidental arming will reverse itself
1-73. ENABLING. SUS use either an arm- and return to safe on removal of pres-
ing wire assembly or a safety cotter pin sure or force of inertia, due to spring
to prevent arming piston alignment of pressure. See paragraph 1-86.
the firing train. (SUS MK 59 MOD 5 is
an exception.) Removing the wire or pin 1-81. FIRE. The SUS MK 59 MOD 5 burns
enables the arming system to respond to in a fire without exploding. The re-
arming pressure. duced charge SUS with 1.1 ounce explo-
sive will not communicate detonation to
1-7 4. PRE-LAUNCHING ENVIRONMENT. The SUS in adjacent containers.
SUS container trays (Chapter 3), storage
bearers, launcher, and adapter prevent 1-82. BULLET IMPACT. Bullet impact
the arming wire assembly from withdraw- does not cause detonation.
ing from the arming piston.
1-83. ENVIRONMENTAL SHIELD. Very deep
1-75. ARMING. Water pressure of 8 psi depths are requried to shear arming
n or more (depending on MARK and MOD) is

required to cause arming.
1-76. HANDLING INERTIA. With the arm-

ing wire or cotter pin removed, prema-
wires or cotter pins, and allow arming.
See table 1-1. These deep depths are a
shield, first in the distance from the
vessel, and second in the water pressure
resisting the detonating force. The
ture firing by inertia, due to acci- shallowest shear depth is 1150 feet.
n 1-27
NAVAIR 11-1-107
Table 1-1. Arming Safe Limit Depths, Nominal
ul
'
sus COTTER PIN ARMING WIRE

EQUIPMENT CONDITIONS MK. MOD FAILURE DEPTH FAILURE DEPTH
59-0 and 1, Oa and 1a 6340 ft (no arming wire)
u
Standard Configur-
at ion
*59-3** ' 4' & 5 3220 ft (no arming wire)
If equipped with a 61, 64, 82-0 & 1' 83' 92'

contoured zinc stop
washer *94-0, 128-0 & 1 1400 ft 2300 ft
*94-1 1400 ft (no arming wire)
If equipped with a 61' 64' 82-0 & 1' 83' 92'

flat steel stop
washer *94-0, 128-0 & 1 1150 ft 2500 ft
*94-1 1150 ft (no arming wire)
*NOTE: Arming piston is locked in safe position if firing pin is

released before arming.
**NOTE: MK.59 Mod 3 normally is without a cotter pin; an exception is

described in paragraph 2-172.
u
Table 1-2. Lethal and Injury Distance for Swimmers During
Underwater Explosions
WEIGHT OF
EXPLOSIVE LETHAL DISTANCE (LD) INJURY DISTANCE (ID)
1.1 oz (31.5 gm) 18 ft 27 ft
1.8 lb (0.82 kg) 54 ft 78 ft
2 lb (0.91 kg) 56 ft 81 ft
4 lb (1.81 kg) 70 ft 102 ft
147.6 lb (67.24 kg) 232 ft 338 ft

(aircraft load)
of 82 SUS)
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1-84. UNSAFE FEATURES • 1-89. ARMING SAFETY OVERRIDE. The arm-

ing wire assembly or the safety cotter
1-85. LOSS OF ARMING WIRE ASSEMBLY. pin maintain the arming piston, with its
Unless confined or taped in place, the detonator, out of line from the firing
arming wire assembly may come adrift, pin and explosive train. Under extreme
n
enabling the arming system and allowing pressure, however, these safety devices
it to arm in the presence of subsequent fail. (See table 1-1.) As explained
overpressure. under Safety Feature, the environmental
shield gives protection, but has limit-
1-86. ACCIDENTAL ARMING. A SUS that ations. Depending on the MARK of the
maintains arming piston alignment with a SUS and/or the depth of the installed
shear wire may accidentally shear the firing mechanism, the firing pressure
wire with a drop on its side from table may have been exceeded. If so, movement
height due to inertia. If the safety of the arming piston to the armed posi-
cotter pin is not in place, permanent tion may release the pressurized firing
arming results. This is limited to the system to initiate the detonator (except
SUS MK 59 MODS 0, Oa, 1, and 1a. All where it is locked-up safe by the firing
are obsolescent. Remove the firing system, as in SUS MK 22 MODS 0 and 1, MK
mechanism and dispose of such affected 59 MODS 3 and 4, and in 1979 and later
models in accordance with Section I of MK 94 MODS 0 and 1).
Chapter 1.
1-90. ENVIRONMENTAL SHIELD OVERRIDE.
1-87. INERTIA FIRING. Ball-release- The limitations of the environmental
fitting-type SUS,. upon reaching arming shield are dependent on the explosive
depth, are subject to firing by inertia forces involved. Explosive force can
if struck in the tail. cause enough overpressure to cause
injury or death to personnel in the
n 1-88. THIN SKIN. All SUS explosive

sections act as metal containers for the
explosive; they are relatively thin
walled and will dent if impacted. Minor
water. The following formula may be
used to calculate either the weight of
explosive that causes survivor problems
from the firing depth set in the SUS or
denting up to 1/8 inch should not cause the injury and lethal distances from
a safety problem. Dents deep may cause explosives of a specific weight. The
the metal casing to fracture on the in- weight of explosive used is the total
side, opening up a crack. Explosives that is contained adjacent to the SUS
can be forced into this crack or work that would detonate along with it. This
their way in during subsequent handling. may be a single SUS, all the SUS in a
Further damage closes the crack, pinch- ditching aircraft, or all the high ex-
ing the explosive between rough surfaces plosive weapons in the same and adjacent
and causing ignition. For this reason, magazines of sinking ship. The distance
the internal surface is coated. In derived is considered from the survivor
addition, denting may also cause metal to the detonation depth. Tables 1-2 and
to work at the bend, provoking ignition. 1-3 give distances for individual SUS
Several circumstances must exist to weights of explosive and for the previ-
result in detonation and the chances are ous ASW aircraft JULIE load of 82 SUS.
remote. Tables 2-32 and 2-33 give depth and
total weight information.
n
n 1-29
NAVAIR 11-1-107
Table 1-3. Distance and Weight Formulas for Explosions in Water
Lethal Distance Injury Distance u

LD = 44-rw
Lethal Weight
ID = 64-Tw
Injury Weight
3
u
(~~) 3 =w (~~) = w
LD = Lethal distance in feet
ID = Injury distance in feet
W = Weight of TNT or equivalent in

pounds
1-91. DEPTH SETTING MALFUNCTION. The the spring-restrained, ball-release-

ball-release-firing-type SUS has one or firing-type parts to be propelled in the
more pistons in the nose. In the dual firing direction. Normally, propelling
depth SUS, the depth feature incorpor- is limited by the arming piston align-
ates a depth setting wire that retains ment pin, preventing firing pin release,
the outer piston. With the wire in
place, the sus functions in deep water.
Whea dropped from over 2000 ft, the
metal nose of the SUS is momentarily
but in some cases, sear balls are forced
outward, peening the inside of the fir-
ing sleeve. After the parts are return-
ed to their normal position, as the SUS
u
deflected inward at water entry, due to sinks to firing depth, the peen marks
the high pressure at that moment. Some- add additional resistance to overcome,
times this nose deflection is enough to requiring more water pressure available
cause the shallow firing piston to at greater depths.
become disengaged from the depth setting
wire, allowing detonation at the shallow
setting. The old-type depth wires, with
a round bail extending from the side of
the signal, could pull partially out by 1-93. PREMATURE FUNCTIONING. High im-
the water flow forces, depending on its pact forces on the nose cause the fir-
water-entry attitude. This also would ing-functioning parts to move in the
cause a shallow detonation. Past at- direction to fire. In the event that
tempts to rectify this problem include the arming piston is indexed vertically,
the application of tape to hold the wire and the SUS is angled to its water entry
in place. The remedy, however, actually trajectory, the resulting forces may
increased the incidence of occurrence cause momentary arming, either by pres-
because the water had a greater area on
u
sure or inertia (up or down). At this
which to work. same instant, the firing system is free
to function. Surface firing may result.
1-92. LATE FUNCTIONING. High altitude (This information is based on.unoffi-
drops cause the SUS nose momentarily to cial, second-hand reports.) This is a
deflect in at water entry. This forces rare occurrence with many variables.
1-30
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NAVAIR 11-1-107
1-94. UNSAFE ENVIRONMENTS. 1-98. SHIP OR BOAT HULLS. SUS on a

0 1-95. The safe features of the SUS usu-
shallow setting usually detonate within
five seconds, in as shallow a depth as
ally prevent accidents from happening in 50 feet. This may cause hull or equip-
n unsafe environments, but this is not

automatic in every case. The operator
must see that the safety features are in
place and used. The unsafe features of
the SUS can result in accidents in un-
ment damage if detonating close by. SUS
should be launched over the stern; well
clear of the side, with adequate escape
speed maintained. Failure to launch in
this manner may result in the following
safe environments if precautions are not hazards:
observed. The following environments
have features that contribute to acci- a. Dropped from forward, the SUS
dents. will detonate under the ship.
1-96. AIRCRAFT INFLIGHT• Pressurized b. Not clearing the ship's side may
launchers, both pneumatic and cartridge result in the SUS striking the bilge
types, may develop relatively high pres- keel, tail first and fully armed, at 18
sure, enough to fire explosive SUS. The feet or more, and detonating by inertia
manner of loading the SUS is susceptible (in place of pressure) regardless of the
to personnel error. For example, using depth set. The damage may be extensive.
the same system that is satisfactory for
the electronic SUS, i.e., leaving the c. Dropped near the screws may
obturator out of the sonobuoy launcher- result in the SUS passing through the
container and the arming wire assembly screws with unpredictable results. If
out of the explosive SUS (both acciden- armed, it could fire by inertia if
tally) would cause arming and firing struck by the screws.
overpressures. This has been confirmed
by test. This procedure is not author- d. Escape speed that is too slow on
ized. a few occasions is usually not a pro-
blem, but repeated water hammer blows to
1-97. AIRCRAFT DITCHING. When a ditch- the hull over a period of time cause
ing aircraft sinks, the water pressure damage in terms of watertight integrity,
builds up 0.444 pounds per square inch equipment mounting, and sensitive in-
per foot as it sinks. Any SUS adrift in struments not adequately shock mounted.
a crash may lose its arming wire assem- See guidance in NAVORD OP 3696, Explo-
bly and may be set on shallow operation. sive Safety Precautions for Research
In the past, the crew that escaped from Vessels.
the aircraft while it was sinking were
lost when the SUS detonated (see figures 1-99. SURFACE CRAFT. Man Overboard may
1-8 and 1-9). The arming wire assembly occur when the SUS is launched. The SUS
was added in the late 1950's to prevent could detonate 50 feet below the man, a
this. All SUS that arm at less than 300 distance close enough to kill. (See
feet and have a setting that could fire tables 1-2 and 1-3.) Chances of survi-
at less than 1000 feet require the arm- val may depend on thorough training,
ing wire assembly either taped in place which all topside personnel should have.
or prevented from withdrawal by a limit- If a man is immersed in water 54 feet
ing environment, such as length of stow- from a detonating 1.8 lb SUS, the SUS
n age. The alternative is the safety

cotter pin that shall belremoved from a
SUS just before it is released.
will kill; up to 78 feet, it will injure
him. The key to survival is to keep as
much of the body as possible out of the
water; floating on the back with one
n 1-31
NAVAIR 11-1-107
SUS SAFETY u
SERVICE
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-
-.,
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I u
1.8 LBS {
\
I
I
EXPLOSIVE '---...:I
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I
ARMING WIRE
DRAG PLATE
CONSEQUENCE OF NOT USING
ARMING WIRE
'
NOT USED
EXTERNAL AND/OR
u
INTERNAL RUPTURING
SAFETY
DEATH
so•
u
Figure 1-8. Signal, Underwater Sound Safety, 1.8-Pound Explosive u
1-32
NAVAIR 11-1-107
n SUS SAFETY
n PRACTICE
1.1 oz.
----
--
I
--~
-.... -...-...
._ '1I
........ '1
,. - - --'j
I I
\ I
'-·--~
EXPLOSIVE I
____ JI
ARMING WIRE
PROBABLY OK DRAG PLATE

i.
ARMING WIRE"
NOT USED
n 50
1
Ml NOR EXTERNAL
: >
.' 1: \ ·I,
RUPTURING POSSIBLE . :~
i. ~
!II
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n Figure 1-9. Signal, Underwater Sound Safety, 1.1-0unce Explosive
1-33
NAVAIR 11-1-107
hand tightly over the rectum. If all

hands topside wear life vests while
shallow-set SUS are launched their
b. All containers of SUS shall be
lashed in place with covers secured on
all SUS except on the one in use.
u
changes of survival will improve.
1-100. SUS dropped in the near vicinity

of surface craft make personnel injury
possible from fragments of surface deto-
nations. See paragraph 1-93. Aircraft
c. The safety cotter pin (or taped
arming wire assembly alternative) and
the depth setting wire shall be pulled
only on the SUS to be launched.
u
should take precautions to give adequate 1-102. SUBMARINES. The problems of a
clearance. pressurized ship's magazine and a ship
sinking are dangerously present in a
1-101. BOATS. Personnel survival is submarine. None of the SUS described in
the major consideration when operating this manual shall be taken aboard a sub-
with SUS in boats. Boats are subject to marine. Special SUS designed for sub-
overturning when the boat enters into or marines only shall be taken aboard. See
is hoisted out of the water. Other con- paragraph 2-4.
ditions conducive to overturning or
sinking include: ship mooring or tow 1-103. TARGET SUBMARINES. Only 1.1
line accidents, excessive wave action, a ounce charges and electronic SUS shall
missing drain plug, and running into be used in exercises. The following can
submerged objects or other boats. To happen with full charges:
prevent .the man overboard danger dis-
cussed above, the following shall be a. Submarine at or near the surface
done: may be hit with a 6.8 pound SUS, acting
as a missile. Structural or fitting
a. Prior to placing SUS in boats,

all arming wire assemblies shall be re-
moved and safety cotter pins substi-
damage may result.
b. A SUS may land on deck or in

open conning tower (depending on depth)
u
tuted. If the safety cotter pin inser- fully armed and just short of firing.
tion is not feasible, the arming wire The forward speed of the submarine may
assembly may be secured by taping over prevent it from firing due to the re-
the ~ail shroud. Dual-depth SUS shall duced pressure felt by the depth mech-
be set on a deep setting. anism as the water rushes by. The sub-
marine avoids detonation damage by
maintaining speed while coming up at
least 15 feet before slowing, then sur-
NOTE facing to clear the top side. (Note:
The SUS disarms as the submarine sur-
Unrestrained arming wire faces.)
assemblies enable the
arming system while c. A SUS may obtain full arming and
sinking through the be struck while sinking by a submarine
water, due to drag re- superstructure. The SUS, caught in the
moving the arming wire. vortex following the superstructure, may
The deep setting exceeds tumble and land tail first against the
the injury distance. following structure or the deck. The
u
u
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NAVAIR 11-1-107
SUS may detonate at contact due to in- c. Barricades or structures shall

ertia (see paragraph 1-87). The ball- prevent nonoperating personnel from
released-firing-type will fire if drop- being exposed to the launcher location.
ped six feet on its tail while prearmed.
n
See Appendix A for a graph showing the d. Only one box of SUS shall be
required submarine depth and speed for within four feet of the launcher during
inertia firing. With some submarines, launching.
explosive SUS cannot be used at all.
1-105. FIRE. Fire could occur nearly
1-104. PRESSURIZED SURFACE LAUNCHER. any place the SUS is in use. It is
The SUS is launched from a tube by high- least likely to happen in mazagine
pressure air that is sufficient to arm stowage, although fires in adjacent
and fire some SUS, depending on the supply stowages could elevate tempera-
pressure or personnel loading error. tures inside magazine spaces to the
The likelihood of doing all the wrong ignition point. Fortunately, magazine
things is remote, but to ensure safety: spaces can be cooled by sprinkling from
remote control points. Carrier deck
a. Follow the loading and operating fires, with free fuel burning, are ser-
instructions for the launcher without ious. Tests of SUS in simulated carrier
exception. deck fires have been conducted; the
results are contained in table 1-4.
b. Only the operating personnel Small boat fires create risk of explo-
shall be exposed to the launcher (a sion in the boat or overpressure from
maximum of two) • • SUS released in the water. Do not smoke
near SUS due to the obvious fire hazard.
Be alert to heat from any source, such
n as fire, sparks, steam, or electromag-

netic induction.
n
n 1-35
NAVAIR 11-1-107
Table 1-4. SUS Fire Hazards
WEIGHT OF
EXPLOSIVE HAZARD REACTION TIME
u
1.1 oz (TETRYL)
1.5 oz (FLEXIBLE)
Missile fragment and general fire
hazard.
No blast hazard for individually

Less than 5 minutes.
Less than 1 minute.

u
(SUS MK 92 MOD 0) spaced units. SUS burns or expels
explosive, but possesses little, if
any, hazard other than intense
heat.
1. 8 lb Blast. and missile hazard, but may About 1 minute.

(TNT or CYCLOTOL) burn.
1.9 lb (FLEXIBLE) No blast hazard for individually Indefinite.

(SUS MK 59 MOD 5) spaced units. SUS burns or expels
explosive, but possesses little, if
any, hazard other than intense
heat.
4 lb Blast and missile hazard. Tests incomplete.

(TNT or CYCLOTOL)
u
1-36 u
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n CHAPTER 2
n SIGNALS, UNDERWATER SOUND (SUS)

DESCRIPTION
SECTION I
INTRODUCTION
2-1 • GENERAL. 2-6. COMMON SUS COMPONENTS.
2-2. This chapter describes each type 2-7. Most SUS are modular. The various
of SUS and SUS accessory. The SUS de- combinations of A and F Mechanisms and
scriptions are in numerical MARK and MOD Explosive Sections make up the SUS of
sequence, followed by the accessory de- various MARKS. Component interchange-
scriptions. This arrangement facili- ability exists between three basic con-
tates location of specific information figurations. Table 2-2 lists those
and the addition of changes. combinations that have been used. Other
combinations are possible but are not
2-3. An obsolete SUS is defined in this required, are not cost-effective, or are
n text as a SUS that is not operational

and therefore should not be used. An
obsolescent SUS is one that is out-of-
production but may be used until the
not effective. Basically, all the MK 4
and 8 series explosive sections have
identical interfaces with the MK 31, 33,
39, 41 series, the MK 38 MOD 1 Arming
supply is exhausted. Non-stock items and Firing Mechanisms, and the MK 10
are not maintained at inventory level series explosive sections with the MK 38
and must be assembled by Naval Weapons MOD 0 arming mechanisms.
Station, Yorktown, VA, Code 50 on user
demand. Obsolete, obsolescent, and 2-8. The following SUS use unique com-
limited production SUS are included in ponents: MK 59-5, MK 78-0, MK 78-1, MK
abbreviated format. The description is 84-0, and MK 84-1.
limited to that necessary for identifi-
cation and limitations to assist in dis-
posal. Out- of-production SUS that may
still be used are fully described.
2-9. ACCESSORIES.
2-4. FAMILIES OF SUS. 2-10. The accessories normally are pro-
vided with and attached or assembled to
2-5. SUS in the inventory are basically the SUS. They are standard within a
in four families, or basic designs, with family of SUS. They are removed,
n
variations in each family. The varia- changed, or replaced in the field to ob-
tions are in performance, such as depth, tain specific performance and occasion-
output, limitations, etc., and varia- ally, personnel fail to replace them on
tions in design, such as modular con- unused SUS. Consequently, improved and
struction, method of depth setting, more effective designs become available
functioning mechanisms, and explosive and should be used in place of the older
n train. (See table 2-1.) designs. The accessories include:
2-1
NAVA.IR 11-1-107
a. Arming wire assemblies, d. Firing mechanism kits (various
b. Depth wires,
preset functioning depths for changing
in the field), and u
c. Safety cotter pin and tag, e. Delay drogues (fabricated in the
field).
u
Table 2-1. SUS Families
MODERATE DEPTH DEEP DEPTH ELECTRONIC LINE CHARGES
60-1000 ft 1000-18000 ft
MK 57 MOD 0 MK 22 MOD 0 MK 84 MOD 0 MK 78 :t!-10D 0
MK 61 MOD 0 MK 22 MOD 1 MK 84 MOD 1 MK 78 MOD 1
MK 64 MOD 0 MK 59 MOD 0 MK 92 MOD 0
MK 82 MOD 0 MK 59 MOD Oa
MK 82 MOD 1
MK 83 MOD 0
MK 59 MOD 1
MK 59 MOD 1a
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MK 92 MOD 0 MK 59 MOD 2
*MK 94 MOD 0 MK 59 MOD 3
*MK 94 MOD 1 MK 59 MOD 4
MK 95 MOD 0 *MK 59 MOD 5
MK 128 MOD 0 *(MK 94 MOD 0)
MK 128 MOD 1 *(MK 94 MOD 1)
*Depot assembly of detonation depth mechanism required
U'
.
2-2
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NAVAIR 11-1-107
;;:
Table 2-2. Component Configurations
0 sus
EXPLOSIVE
SECTION
ARMING AND
FIRNG MECHANISM
MK-MOD MK-MOD MK-MOD
n 57-0
61-0
4-0 31-0
33-0
=
-
~
"'
82-0 39-0
82-1 39-1
59-3 4-2 38-1

.::
83-0 40-0
94-0 41-0
59-4 4-3 38-1
94-1 41-0
95-0 4-(INERT) 31/33/39/40/41
64-0 8-0 33-0
n 128-1
128-0
39-0
39-1
-·-
92-0 8-1 33-0 ...-
59-0a *10-0 *38-0
59-1a *10-1 *38-0
59-2 *10-2 *38-0
22-0 22-0 11175-0
22-1 22-1 lfl75-0
* NOTE: Older manufacture components are not

~
interchangeable and do not have
letter "a" suffix with the MOD
designation of the assembled SUS.
n II NOTE: Fuze MK-MOD.
n 2-3
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NAVAIR 11-1-107
2-11. SUS NOT INCLUDED. c.. Surface launched SUS. The
a. Development models (including

description for the 81MM Mortar
Cartridge Signal, Underwater Sound
(MCSUS) XN-1 is contained in WPNSTA
u
multiple charge remote command actuated Yorktown technical report NWSY TR 78-2,
u
types) that were ·not fabricated in large dated March 1979.
numbers and those that no longer exist. /
d. Special purpose classified SUS
b. Submarine launched SUS. about which information is limited to
the special users and E.O.D personnel.
e. SOFAR charges used in missile

(1) The description of the ob- re-entry vehicles. See NAVSEA OP 4,
solete MK 9 Series of SUS is contained Volume 1.
in NAVORD OD 42334 of 1 June 1969.
f. Clock delay timer for use with
(2) The description for the the SUS MK 59 MOD 3 in conjunction with
current SUS MK 123 MOD 0 is contained in NOAA's mooring line cutter. See
WPNSTA Yorktown technical report NWSY TR NAVWPNSTA Yorktown technical manual
76-3, dated December 1976. Mooring Line Cutter, dated March 1980.
u
2-4
u
NAVAIR 11-1-107
SECTION II
n PRACTICE DEPTH CHARGE (PDC)

MK 15 MODS through 13
(OBSOLETE)
2-12. GENERAL. Table 2-3. PDC Data
2-13. All MODS are obsolete and hazard- TOTAL TYPE EXPLOSIVE
ous. They shall be disposed of in ac- MOD WEIGHT EXPLOSIVE WEIGHT
cordance with instructions. The PDC's
defects are: 0 8.25 lb TETRYL 2.9 oz
a. Cocked or retarded firing pin. Flash Powder 4 oz
b. Out-of-line safety reduced upon 1 8.25 lb TETRYL 2.9 oz

safety cotter pin removal.
3 16 lb TNT 3.5 lb
c. Functions out of depth; unsafe
for submarine exercises. 4 16 lb TNT 3.5 lb
6 15 lb TETRYL 2.9 oz
2-14. DESCRIPTION.
11 14.5 lb TETRYL 2.9 oz
2-15. Sizes and shapes are illustrated
in figure 2-1. The location of safety *12 5 lb TNT 1.8 lb
cotter pin tags are also shown.
(MODS 2, 5, 7, 8, 9, 10 and 13
2-16. The PDC unit weights, the type development models)
explosive charges, and the explosive
weights are listed in table 2-3 as *Nomenclature changed to SUS MK 50
follows: HOD 0
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n 2-5
~ ~~
0\
... t-op:.
VIH
t::d
f-'
f-'
I
f-'
MK 15 MK 15 MK15 MK 15 MK15 MK15 *MK15 I
f-'
MOD 0 MOD1 MOD3 MOD4 MOD6 MOD 11 MOD12 0
0" ~:;:;:;:;:;:;::1 1:;:;::::::::::1 0" "'--
~~II
~~jjjjjjj~
t:;:;:;:;:;:;::~
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·:·:·:·: dtt=t===~ J=~~~m~t
6" ·:::: 6"
12"
~Ill
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I~~ =~~~~l~~;~~~mr
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~===~
2"
18" 18"
24"
> lllllll
~~··:··········· 24"
~::::::::::::::
/ ~ ~
TAGS
*Later changed to SUS MK 50 MOD 0.
Note: All diameters 3 inches. '(
Figure 2-1. Practice Depth Charge (PDC) MK 15, Size and Outline
c c c c c
NAVAIR 11-1-107
0 SECTION Ill
SIGNAL, UNDERWATER SOUND MK 22 MOD 0
n 2-17.
(OBSOLESCE NT)
INTRODUCTION. 2-25. COMPONENT DESCRIPTION. The SUS
is shipped and stored in two sections:
2-18. PURPOSE. The SUS MK 22 MOD 0
(figure 2-2) produces an acoustic pulse a. Fuze MK 175 MOD 0, and safety
or signal in the ocean SOFAR channel cotter pin and tag assembly.
(the depth of minimum sound velocity).
b. Explosive section and tail vane
2-19. USE. The SUS MK 22 MOD 0 is assembly.
carried by aircraft and used before or
after ditching, to mark the location 2-26. Fuze MK 175 MOD 0. (See figure
acoustically. These acoustic signals 2-3.) The fuze, after being manually
travel great distances, usually in ex- set and enabled, arms the explosive
cess of 3000 miles. Listening stations train under hydrostatic pressure and
record the arrival time of the pulse initiates the firing train at the pre-
termination to fix its general location, set depth. The fuze MK 175 contains the
the accuracy of which depends on ocean booster; therefore, it is different from
sound calibration. other SUS arming and firing mechanisms.
n
As a separate component, it receives a
2-20. STATUS. This device is generally shipping and storage designation, dif-
referred to as the SOFAR Signal or Bomb. ferent from other A and F mechanisms
It is out of production. Due to their (see CG 108, Class VI • • • fuze witq
low usage rate, many remain in existance booster • • • D.O.T. - Class A).
and may be found in the Coast Guard, Air
Force, and Navy. This signal has been 2-27. Safety Cotter Pin. (See figure
replaced by the SUS MK 59 MOD 5, which 2-3.) The pin retains the fuze in a
is used differently (see Section XV). safe condition, with the detonator out
of alignment from the firing train.
2-21. LIMITATIONS. The SUS MK 22 and Depth setting and arming instructions
MODS are low in reliability due to the are printed on the attached tag. (See
booster-main-charge interface design and figure 2-4.)
the use of TNT at deep depths; however,
they are safe for storage and use. 2-28. Explosive Section. (See figure
2-6.) The explosive section cylinder
contains the main charge and requires
2-22. GENERAL INFORMATION. high explosive storage. It is different
than other SUS in that it is watertight
2-23. CHARACTERISTICS. See table 2-4. and does not contain the booster. The
fuze is secured to one end, and the tail
2-24. ASSEMBLED ROUND. (See figure
n
vane is secured to the other end with
2-2.) The SUS MK 22 MOD 0-requires high watertight joints.
explosive stowage. It is.found in the
field in both the assembled and unassem- 2-29. Tail Vane. The tail vane is a
bled configurations; prior to use, the hollow tube that provides stabilization,
two unassembled sections are assembled. during air drop, for correct water en-
n See paragraph concerning disassembly. try.
2-7
NAVAIR 11-1-107
MK 22 MOD 0
Table 2-4. SUS MK 22 MOD 0 Characteristics
PHYSICAL PARAMETERS CHARACTERISTICS

u
Specification
Design
MIL-S-18814(NORD)
LD169850
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Size, assembled 3 in. dia X 28 in. long
Weight, assembled 13.4 lb (6.08 kg)
Arming and firing mechanism Fuze MK 175 MOD 0
Detonator Stab Type
Explosive type 4 lb (1.81 kg) TNT
Booster 1.1 oz (31.5 g) TETRYL

•(
Lead-in 0. 172 g TETRYL
FUNCTIONING PARAMETERS CHARACTERISTICS
Purpose SAR operations u

Launching air/surface
Arming depth 750 to 1200 ft
Firing depth Selectable: 1500, 2000, 2500,

3000, 3500 ft: 4000 ft, if
lesser depths are not
selected
Sinking rate 14 ft/sec
Sound pressure level 276dB//I pPa

(broad band)
First bubble period See Appendix A for depth (Use

TNT curve)
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2-8 u
NAVAIR 11-1-107
MK 22 MOD 0
Table 2-4. SUS MK 22 MOD 0 Characteristics (Cant)

()
HAZARD CLASS
n Storage Compatibility
Explosive Sec
G
Fuze
- -
D
QD 7 1.1
CG ' X-B VI
DOT A A
n ~--·~----- ..·-··· ...
I
n Figure 2-2. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 22 MOD 0, External View
n 2-9
..
NAVAIR 11-1-107
MK 22 MOD 0
SHEAR DISC RETAINER

u
u
FIRING DIAPHRAM
SHEAR WIRE
ARMING DIAPHRAM
LEAD
Figure 2-3. Fuze MK 175 MOD 0, Sectional View u
BEFORE HAND
DETERMINE DEPTH DROPPING Ollt PLACING
FROM 'YOUR APPROXINATE IN LAUNCHING GEAIIt. litE-
POSITION ON CHART IN TAIL MOVE TAG AND ATTACHED COT-
OR IN PACICING CASE. USE
ATTACHED BOTTLE OI"ENEIIt
TO RE .. OVE BOTTLE CAl" IF SIGNA"l IS NOT Dllt01"1"[0
REPLACE COTTEI'I PIN AT
CORRESPONDING TO
DESIRED DEPTH AS ONCE OR IMMEDIATELY
SHOWN ON NOSE AFTER REMOVING
FROM LAUNCHING
PLATE OF SIGNAL.
GEAR.
(OVEIIt)
Figure 2-4. Fuze MK 175 MOD 0 Safety Cotter Pin and Tag,
u
Preparation for Use Marking
2-10
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NAVAIR 11-1-107
MK 22 MOD 0
2-30. DETAILED DESCRIPTION. :

axis of the fuze body (0.172 gm TETRYL)
0 and leads directly to the booster
cavity. The booster (1.1 oz (31.5 gm)
2-31. ARMING SYSTEM. (See figure 2-3.) TETRYL) is located in a cup, screwed
The arming plunger holds the detonator
n
into the fuze body and sealed for water-
out of line from the firing mechanism tightness by an 0-ring. The main charge
and explosive train. The arming plunger (4 lb TNT) is contained in the explosive
is positioned in its fuze body bore by a section.
spring diaphragm at rest. The diaphragm
retainer seals the edges of the dia- 2-34. STRUCTURE SYSTEM. (See figures
phragm. The retainer has a central hole 2-3 and 2-6.) All cylindrical non-
that the arming plunger extends through; operating parts of the fuze, the inter-
the retainer acts as the stop to prevent faces of the fuze-to-explosive section,
arming when the safety cotter pin is in and the explosive section-to-tail vane
place in the hole at the end of the are threaded together and sealed with
plunger. The central hole of the dia- 0-rings. Other parts are sealed with
phragm is secured to the arming plunger soft metal seals.
by a nut. When the diaphragm is
stretched under hydrostatic pressure, 2-35. STABILIZER SYSTEM. The tail vane
the plunger aligns the detonator in the is an empty cylindrical section. Due to
firing train by bottoming on the should- its lack of weight, it places the center
er .in its bore. It is prevented from of gravity towards the fuze, for fuze-
rotating by its attachment through the first, free-flight attitude and water
diaphragm. deflector plate water entry.
2-32. FIRING SYSTEM. (See figure 2-3.) 2-36. FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION. The
n The firing pin is secured in the central

bore by a shear wire. A firing dia-
phragm, similar to the arming diaphragm,
is secured in the fuze cavity above the
depth is selected by removing the ap-
propriate bottle cap or by removing
nothing if 4000 feet is desired. The
safety cotter pin and tag are removed
firing pin's driven end. The cavity manually. The SUS is hand-launched from
above the firing diaphragm has five the aircraft. It stabilizes and enters
radial ports and one port on the axis. the water, deflection plate first. The
Each port is sealed by a shear disc, plate protects the open 4000-foot shear
held in place by a hollow bolt. The disc from water impact. As the signal
five radial shear discs are of the fol- sinks, the arming diaphragm and attached
lowing depths: 1500, 2000, 2500, 3000, arming plunger moves in under water
and 3500 feet. Each one is sealed with pressure, aligning the detonator with
a bottle cap. The shear disc on the the firing train when the arming plunger
axis is for 4000 feet and is not sealed. bottoms at between 750 and 1200 feet.
Open space between the water deflector The signal continues to sink, and the
plate and the fuze body provides the exposed shear disc stresses and shears
water entry port for the 4000-foot shear under water pressure. The water pushes
disc. against the firing diaphragm, driving
the firing pin into the detonator as the
2-33. EXPLOSIVE TRAIN. (See figures firing pin shear wire carries away. The
2-3 and 2-6.) The detonator of the detonator detonates, propagating the de-
n stab-type (multi-element) explosive

train is secured in the arming plunger,
out of alignment from the longitudinal
axis when unarmed, and aligned when
armed. The lead-in is located in the
tonation through the lead-in, the boost-
er and the main charge. Detonation pro-
duces a shock pressure wave in the water
(if originating in the SOFAR channel)
which travels for thousands of miles.
n
2-11
NAVAIR 11-1-107
MK 22 MOD 0
The SOFAR channel keeps most of the the safety cotter pin secured in the
resulting sound from loss above or
below, due to refraction back into the
channel by means of the higher sound
arming plunger.
b. Check that the tail vane is

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velocities encountered. See figure 2-19 tight on the explosive section to form a
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for SOFAR channel operation. rigid, watertight unit.
2-37. PREPARATION FOR USE.

[ CAUTION I
Dirt, dust and lint in
2-38. Instructions are on the tag at- 0-ring grease will cause
tached to the safety cotter pin and on leakage. 0-ring grease
the water deflection plate. (See fig- is specially formulated
ures 2-4 and 2-5 .• ) I f the SUS is re- not to cause deteriora-
ceived assembled, no assembly procedures tion. Do not use any
are required. If the SUS is received other lubricant if a-
unassembled, refer to the following ring grease is not
paragraph. available. See para-
graph 2-46.
2-39. ASSEMBLY.
c. Remove dust covers and check
a. Inspect all parts and ensure that threads and 0-rings are clean.
that they are in place and not damaged. Clean if necessary. Replace 0-ring
All bottle caps should be on tight and grease if possible.
BOTTLE CAP OPENER

AND SECURING WIRE
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ooo~ ~~o
0
TO SELECT DEPTH ~2-
REMOVE CAP UNDER
INDICATED FIRING DEPTH.
C2)0R 4000F0
DO NOT REMOVE ANY CAP.
Figure 2-5. Fuze MK 175 MOD 0, Water Deflector Plate,

Preparation for Use Markings
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2-12
,~------------------------------------------ -------- -
NAVAIR 11-1-107
MK 22 MOD 0
0
0-RI ~G
n
A!=:!=:FMRI Y THREADS
EMPTY
1
BOOSTER CAVITY
.J
MAIN CHARGE
Figure 2-6. Signal Underwater Sound MK 22 MOD 0 Explosive

Section and Tail Vane Sectional View
d. Screw explosive section and fuze

counterclockwise, to find the start of I CAUTI~N I
n the thread, until a click is felt. Re-
verse direction and screw tightly to
compress the D-ring and ensure water-
Do not remove caps until
certain that the signal
will be used. The caps
tightness.
probably will not be
watertight if replaced.
2-40. DEPTH SETTING.
NOTE
Tail vane or packing NOTE

case may have charts
providing depth data. The signal will function
Hydrographic atlases at 4000 feet if no cap
provide this data in is removed. This will
detail, including the produce an optimum SOFAR
seasonal changes. signal in most of the
North Atlantic. The op-
a. Determine depth of SOFAR channel timum SOFAR depth for
(not depth of water) where signal is to most of the North Paci-
be used. fic is 2500 feet.
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n
2-13
NAVAIR 11-1-107
MK 22 MOD 0
b. Use the attached bottle cap b. Check that all bottle caps are
opener to remove the cap corresponding
to the SOFAR channel depth.
in place, or tag for set condition.
c. Check that fuze and explosive

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section dust covers are in place (or
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2-41. OPERATIONAL USE. substitute aluminum foil taped in place)
if disassembly is required.
a. Just prior to launch, remove
cotter pin and tag. d. Check that bottle cap opener and
chart are replaced.
b. Launch clear of aircraft struc-
ture by hand, or overboard from raft. NOTE
c. If not launched, replace the
The packing material and
cotter pin and tag immediately.
inside of container
should be dry.
2-42. RETURN TO STORAGE.
(1) Package each signal secure-
2-43. Assembled, this SUS may function ly in a container to prevent denting of
in a sinking ship at the safety cotter the explosive section, bottle cap loos-
pin shear depth or below it. Either ening, other damage, and dust or dirt
segregate SUS from all other explosives accumulation.
stowed in a ship, or remove the MK 175
fuze. The removed fuze(s) shall be seg- (2) Secure the lid to make the
regated from other explosives, but the container watertight.
explosive section may be stowed safely
u
with other high explosives. Alternate- 2-45. REPLACEMENT ITEMS.
ly, stow with less than the weight of
explosive, at functioning depth (See
table 2-33) that will cause injury to
personnel in the water (12000 lb).
Assume that the bottle cap over the
WARNING I
1500-foot port is loose and the cotter Do not ship without the
pin is missing. With the safety cotter safety cotter pin in
pin installed, the firing pin should place. Failure to do so
lock up the arming plunger on safe. could result in detonat-
ion, causing injury or
2-44. Do not disassemble SUS MK 22 MOD death.
0 into its components (explosive section
and fuze) once it is assembled, as long 2-46. Disassembly of this signal is not
as it remains in aircraft or land base authorized (see Return to Storage, para- •
storage. The permissible exception to graph 2-44). The safety cotter pin
this rule is when no adequate containers should be replaced if lost or damaged.
are available on return to storage. The tag is not required in replacement
Observe paragraph 2-43 for ship board but desirable (even without the instruc-
storage. Before restoring SUS MK 22 MOD tions), to indicate unreadiness. Use
0, proceed as follows: cotter pin 3/32 x 3/4 inch long, CRES,
a. Check that the cotter pin and

tag assembly is assembled in arming
plunger.
FSN 5315-852-2336. Acceptable lubri-
cants for D-ring are Dow Corning No. 55,
Grease MIL-G-4343, or commercial equiv-
alent.
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2-14
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NAVAIR 11-1-107
SECTION IV
DATA DIFFERENCE SHEET
(OBSOLESCENT)
DATA FOR THE MODEL IN THIS DATA DIFFERENCE SHEET ARE

THE SAME AS FOR SIGNAL, UNDERWATER SOUND MK 22 MOD 0,
EXCEPT FOR THE SPECIFIC DIFFERENCE NOTED.
2-47. INTRODUCTION. MK 22 MOD 0, except as noted in table

2-5.
2-48. USE. After manual depth selec-
tion and arming, this signal is launched 2-51. COMPONENT DESCRIPTION. (See fig-
from the surface to mark the location of ure 2-7.) This SUS is similar, except
a ship disaster or survivors in boats/ that it has a tail cap in place of a
rafts. tail vane.
2-49. GENERAL INFORMATION. 2-52. OPERATIONAL USE.

2-50. CHARACTERISTICS. The characte- 2-53. The SUS MK 22 MOD 1 is intended
ristics of this SUS are the same as the for surface launching only.
Figure 2-7. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 22 MOD 1
2-15
NAVAIR 11-1-107
MK 22 MOD 1
PHYSICAL PARAMETERS CHARACTERISTICS u

Design LD166575
Size
Weight
3 in. dia X 17.6 in. long
12.75 lb
U'
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2-16 u
NAVAIR 11-1-107
SECTION V
SIGNAL, UNDERWATER SOUND
n MK 50 MODS 0, 1, 2
(OBSOLETE)
2-54. GENERAL. c. Functions out of depth, unsafe

for submarine exercises.
2-55. All MODS are obsolete and hazard-
ous. They shall be disposed of in ac- 2-56.. DESCRIPTION.
cordance with instructions. The defects
are: 2-57. Sizes, shapes, explosive loca-
tion, and safety cotter pin and tag
a. Cocked firing pin. location are indicated in figure 2-8.
The unit weight, the type of SUS ex-
b. Out-of-line safety is reduced on plosive charge, and the explosive weight
safety cotter pin removal; are in table 2-6:
Table 2-6. SUS MK 50 Characteristics
n MOD
TOTAL
WEIGHT
TYPE
EXPLOSIVE
EXPLOSIVE
WEIGHT
*0 5 lb TNT 1.8 lb
TETRYL 1. 1 oz
1 5 lb TETRYL 2.9 oz
2 5 lb TETRYL 1. 1 oz
*Previous nomenclature PDC MK 15 MOD 12
THE EXPLOSIVE IS CONTAINED

WITHIN THE SHADED AREAS. THE
SAFETY COTTER PIN AND TAG
n MK50-0 MK50-I MK50-2

LOCATIONS ARE INDICATED. THE
SIZE IS 31NCHES X 151NCHES.
n · Figure-2-8. Signal Underwater Sound MK 50 MODS 0, 1, 2
2-17
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SECTION VI
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(OBSOLETE) u
2-58. GENERAL. 2-60. DESCRIPTION.
2-59. This SUS is obsolete but safe for 2-61. Size, shape, and explosive loca-
programs that do not require use with tion are indicated in figure 2-9. The
submarines. It has a high dud rate and assembled round weighs 6.2 pounds. The
functions outside the specified depth arming and firing mechanism is MK 30 MOD
range. This SUS is not acceptable for 0. The explosive section is MK 3 MOD 0,
service use. Dispose of all units not with a 1.1 ounce TETRYL booster and 1.8
specifically allocated to a non-submar- pound TNT main charge. Arming occurs
ine program in accordance with instruc- between 15 and 25 feet, and firing is
tion. selectable at 60 or 300 feet.
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WITHIN THE SHADED AREA. THE
LOCATION IS INDICATED. THE
SIZE IS 31NCHES X 151NCHES.
MK54-0
Figure 2-9. Signal Underwater Sound of MK 54 MOD 0
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2-18
NAVAIR 11-1-107
n SECTION VII
SIGNAL, UNDERWATEJ;I SOUND MK 57 MOD 0
n DATA DIFFERENCE SHEET
(OBSOLESCENT)
DATA FOR THE MODEL IN THE DATA DIFFERENCE SHEET ARE THE SAME
AS FOR SIGNAL, UNDERWATER SOUND MK 61 MOD 0, EXCEPT
FOR THE SPECIFIC DIFFERENCES NOTED.
2-62. INTRODUCTION. of the family design have been inter-

changed. (See paragraph 2-4, Families
of SUS and 2-6, Common SUS Components).
The signal is safe to use.
2-63. PURPOSE. This signal provides a
single depth underwater explosive sound
2-65. GENERAL INFORMATION.
source from aircraft. It functions at a
single depth to ensure that no error is
n made in depth setting with full Service

charge weight used previously in ASW
exercises.
2-66. CHARACTERISTICS. Differing
characteristics are noted in table 2-7.
2-67. COMPONENT DESCRIPTION. SUS MK 57

MOD 0 (figure 2-10) is identical to the
2-64. USE. Due to the low usage rate SUS MK 61 MOD 0, except that there are
and subsequent termination of the explo- no shallow firing piston and depth set-
sive echo ranging tactic in the U.S. ting wire in this design. The depth
Navy, this signal has been returned for sleeve is bored for the deep firing pis-
conversion programs. The signal's depth ton only. The 0-ring for this piston is
sleeve and depth piston system are re- positioned against a shoulder in this
placed with single or multiple piston bore and retained by a sleeve. There
systems, in the same family design. are no holes for the depth wire (or in-
Additionally, other explosive sections spection) in the nose piece.
n 2-19
NAVAIR 11-1-107
MK 57 MOD 0
LOGISTIC INFORMATION u
NSN
NALC
1361-00-065-7732 Non Stock
SW07
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PHYSICAL PARAMET~RS CHARACTERISTICS
Arming and firing mechanism MK 31 MOD 0
Firing depth 800 ft nominal ±80 ft
Firing time 46 sec ±5 sec

(water entry to detonation)
First bubble period 19.5 ±1.8 msec
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2-20
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NAVAIR 11-1-107
MK 57 MOD 0
PISTON AND
SEAL SLEEVE
FIRING PISTON
0-RING
SEAL
DEPTH
SLEEVE
DETAIL A
--

2-21
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SECTION VIII u
(OBSOLESCENT) u
THE SAME AS FOR SIGNAL, UNDERWATER SOUND MK 59 MOD Oa,
EXCEPT FOR THE SPECIFIC DIFFERENCES NOTED.
2-68. GENERAL INFORMATION. suiting in duds due to assembly diffi-

culties in the field.
2-69. STATUS. Only a few of these sig-
nals remain. They are of low reliabil- 2-70. CHARACTERISTICS. The SUS MK 59
ity primarily because of the use of TNT MOD 0 is assembled in the field by the
in the main charge and an explosive user. The parts to be assembled include
loading procedure that left shrinkage the explosive section, arming section,
cracks and voids, the cause of low or- and replaceable firing mechanism, each
der and partial detonation. The of which must be requisitioned sepa-
booster/main charge interface is also rately. The physical characteristics
marginal. Explosive section and arming
mechanisms were issued separately, re-
are same as the SUS MK 59 MOD Oa, except
as noted in table 2-8.
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LOGISTICS IDENTIFICATION (NSN)
Arming Mechanism MK 38 MOD 0 1361-00-016-3818

(w/o firing mechanism)
Firing Mechanism
1000 ft 1360-00-069-7121
2000 ft 1360-00-069-7123
2500 ft 1360-00-069-7125
3000 ft 1360-00-069-7127
4000 ft
6000 ft
1360-00-069-7129
1360-00-069-7131
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8000 ft 1360-00-069-7133
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2-22
NAVAIR 11-1-107
MK 59 MOD 0
Table 2-8. SUS MK 59 MOD 0 Characteristics (Cont)
LOGISTICS IDENTIFICATION (NSN)
n Firing Mechanism (Cant)
10000 ft 1360-00-069-7135
12000 ft 1360-00-069-7137
14000 ft 1360-00-069-7139
16000 ft 1360-00-069-7141
18000 ft 1360-00-069-7143
Explosive Section MK 10 MOD 0 1361-00-069-7151
PHYSICIAL PARAMETERS CHARACTERISTICS
Arming mechanism MK 38 MOD 0
n Firing mechanism
Explosive section
(nomenclature not assigned)
MK 10 MOD 0
Booster 1.1 oz (31.5g) TETRYL
Main charge 1.8 lb (0.82g) TNT
FUNCTIONAL CHARACTERISTICS
First bubble period See Figure A-17 for depth
NOTE and 1a, noted as Modi-

fied. The firing mecha-
Table 2-8 arming mechanism present in the Mk
nisms, firing mecha- 59 MOD 0 is short and of
nisms, and explosive a large diameter. The
sections are not inter- firing mechanism in the
n changeable with those of

the SUS MK 59 MODS Oa
MK 59 MODS Oa and 1a is
long and slender.
2-23
NAVAIR 11-1-107
MK 59 MOD 0
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EXPLOSIVE SECTION
ARMING BODY
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NOSE PIECE
FIRING MECHANISM
(SHORT, LARGE DIAMETER)
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Figure 2-11. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 59 MOD 0 u
2-24
NAVAIR 11-1-107
MK 59 MOD 0
2-71. COMPONENT DESCRIPTION. (See fig- the water (select depth

ure 2-11.) These components are basi- of the shallowest SUS
cally the same as the SUS MK 59 MOD Oa, setting, in case the
except for the explosive used in the safety cotter pin is
main charge and booster, and the size missing). See table
n and shape of the firing mechanism and

its mating cavity in the arming mecha-
nism. The firing mechanism used in the
MOD 0 is short and of a large diameter
2-73.
lows:
2-33.
Assemble SUS MK 59.MOD 0 as fol-
whereas the firing mechanism used in the

MOD Oa is long and of small diameter
each with mating cavities in the corre-
I CAUTION I
sponding arming mechanism.
Assemble only in a clean
2-72. PREPARATION FOR USE. area where dust, dirt,
I
and lint are not blowing
I WARNING
around.
NOTE
The safety cotter pin Do not assemble signals

fails at a shear depth unless they will be
of 6340 feet. It is used, or unless contain-
possible that firing ers for assembled sig-
will occur on release of nals are available with
the arming piston. This packing material. As-
n can happen during a ship

sinking and cause other
adjacent explosives to
detonate, resulting in
sembled signals cannot
be repackaged in the
component containers in
which they were received
injury to surviving per- due to the small size of
sonnel in the water. containers.
One of the following
precautions shall be
taken for shipboard a. Release lids on containers.
stowage: (1) The pre-
ferred method is the b. Remove one arming mechanism and
removal of the'firing one explosive section from the respec-
mechanism; this gives tive component boxes.
complete safety. (2)
Segregate the SUS from c. Inspect each component for
other explosives. (3) damage and completeness.
Determine that the
weight of explosives d. Check that safety cotter pin is
involved is less than engaged in the arming piston.
that which would cause
injury to personnel in e. Remove dust covers.
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NAVAIR 11-1-10 7
MK 59 MOD 0
makes it difficult to turn. Leakage and

I CAUTION I duds will result if this mating is not
tight. u
Do not use incompatible
lubricants that will k. Lay the signal down, and with
cause deterioration and
swelling of the 0-rings.
The following are among
the acceptable lubri-
cants:
the aid of hook spanners, unscrew the
nose piece.
1. Check the firing mechanism

0-ring seat in the arming mechanism to
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ensure that it is clean and well-
Grease MIL-G-4343 lubricated.
Grease Dowing Corn-
ing 1155 m. Unpack the firing mechanism of
the proper depth. Check to see that the
f. Check that 0-ring and 0-ring 0-ring has no cuts, and ensure that it
seats are in good condition: clean, is clean and well-lubricated.
lubricated, and free from cuts or
scratches. n. Slide the firing mechanism into
the arming mechanism, firing pin first,
g. Check that mating threads are being careful not to damage the 0-ring.
well-lubricated to prevent seizing. Some force is required due to the
trapped air. An alternate, no force
h. Check condition of exposed method may be used by installing the
TETRYL lead-in; make sure it is not cov- firing mechanism before step e, or
ered with excess thickness of varnish or loosening the explosive section while
other material. installing. Do not forget to repeat
i. With the arming mechanism nose

down, start explosive section threads
step j .
o. Screw nose piece on tightly.

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into arming mechanism threads. First,
turn counterclockwise to find thread p. Mark the depth on the nose and
start. When a click is heard/felt, turn any container in which the signal may be
clockwise until tight. placed •.
j. Engage hook spanner wrenches in q. Change the firing mechanism to

the holes and slots provided, and tight- one of a different depth by repeating
en until there is not more than 1/32 steps k through p above, removing the
inch clearance between the two compo- installed firing mechanism, and re-
nents. The nylon lock in the threads placing with one of depth required.
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n SECTION IX
n MK 59 MOD Oa
(OBSOLESCE NT)
2-74. INTRODUCTION. MOD 0 (modified), a Firing Mechanism MK

43 MOD 0 (table 2-10), an explosive sec-
2-75. PURPOSE. This signal provides tion MK 10 MOD 0 (modified), and a safe-
broadband underwater acoustic energy at ty cotter pin and tag. The components
deep depths of between 1,000 and 18,000 are secured together by threaded sec-
feet, from air or surface craft. tions. The outside has a yellow band
painted around it, indicating a high
2-76. USE. Its primary use is oceano- explosive load.
graphic research ~easurements for en-
vironmental calibration, such as that 2-81. COMPONENT DESCRIPTION. See fig-
which will support underwater ASW acous- ure 2-13.
tic search and detection, communication,
re-entry vehicle water impact marker, 2-82. Arming Mechanism. The arming
SOFAR position marking and range marking mechanism has a shear wire restrained
n systems, in addition to research for

scientific data or experiments. It may
be used to mark the position of sea dis-
posal operations and the location of
piston which interrupts the explosive
train until actuated by water pressure.
It also provides a cavity for installa-
tion of firing mechanism in-line with
ships in recovery operations, and it can the explosive train axis.
act as an explosive initiator for the
deep detonation of munitions. 2-83. Firing Mechanism. The firing
mechanism houses a firing piston re-
2-77. STATUS. This signal is now out strained by an interference fit at its
of production having been replaced by pointed firing pin. A shear disc holds
the less expensive and safer SUS MK 59 back the sea water from driving the fir-
MOD 3 and the SUS MK 94 MOD 0. ing piston until it reaches its designed
failure depth. Each firing mechanism is
2-78. GENERAL INFORMATION. marked with its operating depth. Firing
mechanisms are identical, except for
2-79. CHARACTERISTICS. This unit is different depth shear disc assemblies.
assembled by the user from the MK 59 MOD
Oa SUS and the MK 43 MOD 0 firing
mechanism. Both must be requisitioned 2-84. Explosive Section. The explosive
separately. See tables 2-9 and 2-10 for section contains the booster and main
specific information. explosive charge. The stabilizer is
n 2-80. ASSEMBLED ROUND. (See figure

2-12.) SUS MK 59 MOD Oa is an explosive
device that is enabled for arming manu-
ally and launched in deep water~ where
secured on one end.
2-85. Safety Cotter Pin. The safety

cotter pin assembly provides insurance
against accidental alignment of the
hydrostatic pressure arms and fires it. firing train. It\is manually removed
n It consists of an Arming Mechanism MK 38 before launching.
2-27
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MK 59 MOD Oa
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SUS MK 59 MOD Oa SUS MK 59 MOD 1a
Figure 2-12. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 59 MODS Oa and 1a,

Components and External View
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MK 59 MOD Oa
Table 2-9. SUS MK 59 MOD Oa Characteristics
() LOGISTIC IDENTIFICATION
n NSN
NALC
1361-00-071-5077
SW04
Design BUWEPS LD162091
Size 3 in. dia X 15 in. long
Weight 13.5 lb (6.09kg)
Arming mechanism MK 38 MOD 0 (modified)
Firing mechanism MK 43 MOD 0 (table 2-10)
Explosive section MK 10 MOD 0 (modified)
Detonator MK 43 MOD 1
Lead-in 0.218 g TETRYL
Booster 1.1 oz (31.5g) CH-6
Main charge 1.8 lb (0.82kg) CYCLOTOL

(25% RDX/75% TNT)
Limitations MIL-S-23429 (WEP)

Applicable except in load-
ing, firing mechanism,
configuration and assembly
Use Oceanic Calibration, SAR/

SOFAR, Position Marking,
and Communications
n Launching
Sink rate (terminal velocity)

Air/surface
26.5 ft/sec.
() 2-29
NAVAIR ll-1-107
MK 59 MOD Oa
Table 2-9. SUS MK 59 MOD Oa Characteristics (Cont)

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Arming depth
Sound pressure level (broad band)

740 ft.
274dB// 1 pPa
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HAZARD CLASS
Storage compatibility G
QD 7
CG X-B
DOT A
Table 2-10. Firing Mechanism MK 43 MOD 0 Characteristics

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NOMINAL FIRING DEPTH *FIRING TIME
NATIONAL FIRING DEPTH TOLERANCE TOLERANCE
STOCK NO. (IN FEET) (IN FEET) (IN SECONDS)
1360-00-060-8838 1000 900 to 1100 35 to 42
1360-00-060-8959 1500 1400 to 1600 53 to 61
1360-00-060-8842 2000 1900 to 2100 72 to 79
1360-00-060-89 58 2500 2375 to 2625 90 to 99
1360-00-060-8843 3000 2850 to 3150 110 to 119
(limited) 3500 3325 to 3675 126 to 139
1360-00-060-8845
(limited)
1360-00-060-8846
4000
5000
6000
3800 to 4200
4750 to 5250
5700 to 6300
143 to 159
179 to 198
215 to 238
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MK 59 MOD Oa
Table 2-10. Firing Mechanism MK 43 MOD 0 Characteristics (Cant)
0 NATIONAL
NOMINAL
FIRING DEPTH
FIRING DEPTH
TOLERANCE
*FIRING TIME
TOLERANCE
n 1360-00-060-8847
1360-00-060-8848
8000
10000
7600 to 8400
9500 to 10500
287 to 317
358 to 396
1360-00-0060-8849 12000 11400 to 12600 430 to 475
1360-00-060-8852 14000 13300 to 14700 502 to 555
1360-00-060-8854 16000 15200 to 16800 573 to 634
1360-00-060-8897 18000 17100 to 18900 645 to 713
*Note: When used in signals with 26.5 ft/sec. sink rate.
I CAUTION I 2-88. PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION.

ure 2-13.)
(See fig-
No more than one safety 2-89. Arming System. The arming piston
cotter pin shall be re- is actuated by sea water pressure
moved at a time, except against a shear wire. The shear wire
n when filling a launching

system.
NOTE
prevents the arming piston from tele-
scoping over the shear tube. The shear
wire passes through holes in both the
tube and piston. An D-ring provides a
watertight seal for the piston in its
Arming wire assemblies operating bore. The detonator is se-
are not provided for air cured, in parallel, to the explosive
launching, as the shal- train axis in the arming piston, but at
lowest firing depth is a safe distance out-of-line. The body
1000 feet; this is not of the piston blocks, or acts as a shut-
considered dangerous to ter to, the explosive train elements,
personnel in an aircraft the firing piston pin, and the explosive
sea crash or ditching. lead-in. The arming piston is aligned
by the flat end of the alignment bush-
2-86. DETAILED DESCRIPTION. ing, a top-hat-appearing sleeve and
flange secured in the arming mechanism
2-87. Although no maintenance is per- body central bore that protrudes into
formed and signals are handled as an the arming piston bore. The piston has
assembled round, except for depth a flat side that rides against the bush-
changes, an understanding of the physi- ing, preventing rotary movement. The
cal configuration and functional opera- bushing also retains the piston in the
n tion is required to ensure safe handling

and reliability in the use of the sig-
nal.
bore by limiting end movement. A bore
step stops and aligns the piston in the
armed position. The detonator is
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NAVAIR 11-1-107
MK 59 MOD Oa
SHROUD
FIN STABILIZER
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SEALING
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CAVITY LINER
EXPLOSIVE CAVITY
BOOSTER CAVITY
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THREAD LOL"·-t:"fl
BOOSTER LEAD~N
RETAINER WASHER ETONATOR
EXHAUST VENT-+-~·~!~~~~l!~'t::=--- ARMING PISTON

r.1 AND BORE
SHEAR WIRE ~~=:i~e;~~i~J~l-----SJ~FETY COTTER
PIN AND TAG
ARMING BODY
ARMING STOP WASHER
RESTRAINING CUP
ALIGNMENT FLAT
BODY FIRING ALIGNMENT BUSHING
MECHANISM
FIRING PISTON
PIN AND BORE
SHEAR TUBE
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HOLLOW BOLT SHEAR DISC
ASSEMBLY
NOSE PIECE
AND RECESS
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Figure 2-13. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 59 MOD Oa, Sectional View u
NAVAIR 11-1-107
MK 59 MOD Oa
aligned with the explosive train, the 2-91. Explosive Train. The detonator
firing pin and lead-in. An arming stop is a three-increment initiator. The
washer around the exposed end of the first increment, the priming mixture
arming piston is secured to the arming (0.063 g) is on the end pierced by the
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mechanism body. A safety cotter pin firing pin. The second, lead azide
passes through a hole in the exposed end (0.100 g), is the sensitive high ex-
of the arming piston, outside the arming plosive required to fire the last
stop washer. The cotter pin prevents increment high-order. The third incre-
accidental arming from shear wire fail- ment is TETRYL (0.093 g), a powerful
ure during shock or direct impact. If explosive. The increments are pressed
left in place, the cotter pin shears at in a small metal tube, secured in the
a depth of approximately 6340 feet, al- arming piston. The next section in the
lowing arming. · train is the lead-in, in which contains
0.218 g of TETRYL in a metal cup, and is
pressed in the longitu~inal axis of the
arming mechanism body. The booster, 1.1
2-90. Firing System. The firing pin is ounces (31.5 g) CH-6, is next in se-
located in the axis of the explosive quence. It is located in a watertight
train, in its firing mechanism bore, and cavity in the inner end of the explosive
is sealed with an 0-ring in an external section. The pressed CH-6 pellet is
groove. The pin is restrained from mov- held in the cavity by a thin metal dia-
ing in the firing direction by a metal phragm, secured with a metal washer.
restraining cup. The firing pin point The booster is centered in line with the
is restrained in a hole in the cup, the lead-in. The other end of the booster
hole being smaller than the pin dia- pellet is stabilized by a pressure pad.
meter. The sea end of the firing pin The main charge, 1.8 pounds (0.82 kg) of
bore is sealed off by a shear disc, cast CYCLOTOL, is the last element of
which also prevents firing piston end the explosive train. It fills the ex-
movement in the other direction. The plosive section cavity to the neck. The
shear disc is seated against a shoulder open end of the cavity is closed off
in the bore of the firing mechanism with inert sealing compound and a plas-
body, and it is supported on the shear tic plug. The interior walls of the
washer. The assembly is secured to- explosive cavity are coated with a bitu-
gether by a drawn copper shell. The minous compound, to eliminate the possi-
calibrated features for the firing depth bility of explosive becoming pinched in
are the material and thickness of the any cracks or crevices. The explosive
diaphragm, and the diameter and edge elements have their exposed surfaces
sharpness of the hole in the washer pro- protected as follows: the detonator has
viding ten percent depth accuracy. The metal end plates; the open end of the
shear disc assembly is seated under a lead-in cup, opposite the booster, is
washer and hollow bolt, which is torqued coated with a sealing compound; and the
to make the copper shell of the shear booster is covered with a thin metal
disc assembly conform to the seat, for shield.
watertightness, and to hold the dia-
phragm in tension. The hollow bolt is 2-92. Structure System. The three ma-
threaded into the body of the firing jor parts are screwed together. The
mechanism and is provided with flooding nose piece holds the firing mechanism in
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ports. Flooding ports are also provided the arming body. Pin spanner holes are
in the nose piece of the arming mechan- provided for unscrewing and screwing on
ism. The sea water pressure is communi- the nose piece when changing the firing
cated to the shear disc through these mechanism. The explosive section is
ports. screwed into the arming body until it
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NAVAIR 11-1-107
MK 59 MOD Oa
bottoms and compresses the sealing to each larger element (the three pro-
0-ring. The arming body threads have a
nylon plug increasing retention of
threaded parts. The firing mechanism
gressive increments of the detonator:
the lead-in, the booster, and the main
charge). This produces a shock wave and
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has an 0-ring around its circumference, pressure pulse in the water that sends
in a groove, that provides a watertight
seal with the arming body. The stabi-
lizer is swaged on the end of the explo-
sive section. All 0-rings, 0-ring oper-
ating surfaces, and metal-to-metal slid-
the acoustic signal through the water in
all directions.

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ing surfaces are lubricated with a lu- 2-96. UNPACKING. SUS are packed assem-
bricant not detrimental to the a-rings. bled, except for the replaceable firing
mechanism, which is assembled to the SUS
by the user. The firing mechanism must
2-93. Aero/Hydro Stabilizer System. be requisitioned separately. (See fig-
The shroud and four fins form the tail ure B-1 in the Appendix.) Unpack only
and provide stabilization in the air and as needed, using the following guide-
water. Each fin has a canted section lines:
that causes a high spin rate. The shape
of the flat nose affords good water en-
try and trajectory characteristics. The
center of gravity is about one-third of
I CAUTION :1
the distance back from the nose, and The SUS are safer left
gives trajectory stabilization without in the container for the
jamming the horizontal launcher/ejector
added physical protec-
mechanisms. tion the container pro-
vides. The handles are
2-94. FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION. (See
figure 2-13, and 2-14.) The safety cot-
ter pin is manually removed to enable
easy to lash in place
and the lid is easily
removed as needed.
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arming. Following release from an air-
craft, the signal takes a slight nose- a. Remove the retaining locks or
down attitude and stabilizes within 150 wires from the container latches.
feet of ai~ travel. The signal enters
the water and sinks to the arming depth, b. Pull the latches up to unlock
at which time, the pressure against the the cover.
arming piston causes the shear wire to
fail. The arming piston telescopes down c. Remove the cover.
over the shear tube, and aligns the det-
onator with the firing/explosive train, NOTE
unblocking the train. As the signal
continues to sink, water pressure Shipped without firing
through the nose piece flooding ports mechanism installed, the
stresses the shear disc, and upon ar- TETRYL lead is exposed
rival at the firing depth finally causes to any dampness present,
the disc to shear over its supporting and to a lesser extent,
washer edges. The in-flowing water now the detonator and
rams the firing piston pin in, forcing
its firing point through the restraining
washer and piercing the detonator. The
explosive train fires, then detonates
with progressive force as it propagates
booster.
d. If the humidity indicator warns

of dampness, SUS reliability may be
affected.
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MK 59 MOD Oa
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/
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n ~·
/
0.218-GRAM
TETRYL
LEAD-IN
DETONATOR
MK43 MOD 1
(A) ARMED
n WATER
r - - - - WATER PRESSURE
FORCES PIN TO
n (B) FIRING
MOVE
n Figure 2-14. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 59 MOD Oa,

Sectional View of Arming and Firing
2-35
NAVAIR 11-1-107
MK 59 MOD Oa
e. Remove the top packing tray. a. Check new firing mechanism for:
f. Inspect each SUS as it is re-

moved from the container.
(1) The firing pin point
exposed but not protruding beyond the
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firing mechanism body.
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g. Pay particular attention that
the safety cotter pin is installed, and (2) Correct depth marking.
that the explosive section is screwed
tightly to within 1/32 inch of the arm- (3) A lubricated, undamaged
ing mechanism at the joint. 0-ring.
h. Remove the SUS and packing trays (4) No dirt.

as needed.
b. Clean and lubricate only if nee-
i. Remove the plastic bag from SUS essary. Be careful not to leave lint
and dispose of it, as it is not to be from cleaning materials on the 0-ring or
replaced if the SUS is repacked. 0-ring surfaces. Use the lubricant in-
dicated at the end of this section, un-
j. Retain all packaging material, der Replacement Items.
less the plastic bags, for use if the
mission is aborted. Close the box with
packaging material inside. Make certain
the box is watertight.
I WARNING I
Do not hold in vice.
I WARNING I Use non-sparking tools.
c. Remove nose piece with a pin
Do not drop, dent,

crush, roll, throw,
spanner wrench or strap wrench while
holding the body. Avoid holding the
tail, as this may loosen it.
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burn, heat, smoke near,
or disassemble the SUS, d. Remove incorrect depth firing
except to change depth. mechanism, if installed. Inspect cavity
See figure B-2 in bore for freedom from dirt and lint, and
Appendix. ensure that the sides are lubricated.
Clean and lubricate, as in step b above.
2-97. DEPTH SETTING. See figure B-1 in
Appendix. Install or replace the firing e. Slide replacement firing mecha-
mechanism as follows: nism into bore, with the nut end out,
and seat, being careful not to cut the
0-ring as it passes into the bore.
f. Replace the nose piece and se-

This must be done in a cure tightly using the reverse procedure
clean location where of step c above, first starting the
dust and dirt are not threads counterclockwise until they drop
blowing around. If dirt or click, then screwing clockwise.
gets into the 0-ring
grease or if the 0-ring
is cut, the SUS leaks
and becomes a dud.
g. Mark out the old depth on the
nose of the signal and mark in the new
depth. Do the same for the shipping
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MK 59 MOD Oa
container if replaced therein. Attach a. Check the nose of the signal for
tags with this information. the correct depth marking, and verify
that it is not armed prior to use or
h. Place each removed firing mech- loading into the dispenser.
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anism in the containers and the packing
in which the new ones were received.
n Carefully mark the change of depth on

the packages and cross out the old NSN
number.
WARNING
Remove pin just before

2-98. ACCIDENTAL ARMING. use of each SUS, but
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only on one SUS at a
time, or just before
WARNING loading each SUS into a
dispenser.
This signal is not de-

signed with a self- b. Remove the safety cotter pin
safing arming system; from the arming piston. Retain the pin
therefore, during the for reuse, expenditure count and failure
period that a safety analysis.
cotter pin is not in the
arming piston, protect c. Replace safety cotter pin in
the signal from being arming piston of SUS if not used.
dropped, and the arming
piston from being struck 2-100. RETURN TO STORAGE. (See B-1 in
or pushed in. A drop Appendix.)
n from table height will

arm the signal by iner-
tia. Because this SUS
is not self-safing, it
WARNING I
remains armed. Armed
SUS shall not be used. The safety cotter pin
Disposal shall be in fails at a shear depth of
accordance with instruc- 6340 feet. It is possi-
tions. ble that firing will oc-
cur on release of the
2-99. OPERATIONAL USE. arming piston. This can
happen during a ship
I CAUTION I sinking and cause other

adjacent explosives to
detonate, resulting in
Be sure water depth injury to surviving per-
exceeds SUS functioning sonnel in the water. One
depth. Check instruc- of the following precau-
tion plate on aircraft tions shall be taken for
launcher for maximum SUS shipboard stowage: (1)
load weight. This SUS The preferred method is
n is twice the weight of

the normal SUS.
the removal of the firing
mechanism; this ~ives
complete safety. (2)
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NAVAIR 11-1-107
MK 59 MOD Oa
Segregate the SUS from 2-101. REPLACEMENT ITEMS.

other explosives. (3)
Determine that the weight
of explosives involved is
less than that, which
2-102. Disassembly of the SUS MK 59 MOD
Oa is unauthorized, except to replace
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would cause injury to authorized items or remove firing mecha-
personnel in the water
(select depth of the
shallowest SUS setting),
in case the safety cotter
nism. Replacement of the following
items is authorized in the field:
a. Cotter pin MS9245-28

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pin is missing. See ta- (1/16 X 3/4 in.)
ble 2-33. stainless
a. Dry off SUS that were exposed. b. Firing mecha- (see table 2-10)
nism depth
b. Check that depth marking is on and NSN MK 43
nose or on tag attached to tail. MOD 0
c. Repack in a dry container, using c. Firing mecha- Commercial equiv-

the original dividers or trays. Use all nism 0-ring alent
of the packing material, even though Parker 5427-18
part of the SUS have been used already. 15/16 X 1-3/16 X
replace cover and secure all latches. 1/8
d. Remark the container or tag, as d. 0-ring lubri- Commercial equiv-

required, to indicate both the number cant alent Dow Corning
that are packed therein, and their func- No. 55 or Grease
tioning depths. MIL-G-4343
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SECTION X

(OBSOLESCE NT)
2-103. GENERAL INFORMATION. differences between this SUS and the MK

59 MOD 0. The differences include a
larger explosive section, an increase in
2-104. CHARACTERISTICS. (See figures output sound pressure level, and a
2-11 and 2-12.) Table 2-11 notes the slower sink rate.
n Table 2-11.
PHYSICAL PARAMETERS
SUS MK 59 MOD 1 Characteristics
CHARACTERISTICS
.
Weight 15.9 lb (7.12 kg)
Explosive section MK 10 MOD 1

NSN 1361-069-7155
Main charge 4 lb (1.81 kg) TNT
Sink rate (terminal velocity) 20 ft/sec
n Sound pressure level (broad band) 276dB// 1 llPa
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SECTION XI u
MK 59 MOD 1a
DATA DIFFERENCE SHEET u
(OBSOLESCE NT)

2-105. INTRODUCTION. 2-108. CHARACTERISTICS. Exceptions are

noted in table 2-12.
2-106. PURPOSE. The purpose of this 2-109. COMPONENT 'DESCRIPTION. (See

SUS is the same as the MK 59, MOD Oa, figure 2-12.) The components in this
except an increase energy output is SUS are the same as the MK 59 MOD Oa,
provided for increased range, penetra- except that the explosive train is
tion and/or reflection. terminated with a four pound CYCLOTOL
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main charge in a 6-inch longer explosive
section, and that the sink rate is
2-107. GENERAL INFORMATION. slower.
Table 2-12. SUS MK 59 MOD 1a Characteristics
LOGISTIC IDENTIFICATION
NSN 1361-00-071-0576
NALC swos

-
Explosive section
Main charge
MK 10 MOD 1 (modified)
4 lb (1.81 kg) CYCLOTOL

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MK 59 MOD 1a
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n Table 2-12.
FUNCTIONING PARAMETERS
SUS MK 59 MOD 1a Characteristics (Cont)
CHARACTERISTICS
\
Sink rate (terminal velocity) 20 ft/sec.
Sound pressure level (broad band) 276dB'/ I 1 l!Pa
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SECTION XII
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2-110. INTRODUCTION. 2-115. COMPONENT DESCRIPTION. The Main

charge is not loaded, but in its place,
a plaster and vermiculite filler brings
2-111. PURPOSE. The purpose of this it up to weight. The booster is TETRYL.
model is the same as that of the MK 59 The explosive marking is a yellow band,
MOD Oa, except for decreased energy out- for high explosive, and a blue band, for
put provided to reduce range, penetra- practice weight of explosive.
tion, and/or reflection.
2-116. CONFIGURATION VARIATIONS. Vari-
2-112. USE. Unlike the MK 59 MOD Oa, ations are made up on request; there-
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this unit is not suitable for communi- fore, they are controlled by the avail-
cations, marking, and SOFAR due to its ability of hardware. Two possible com-
low output. binations follows:
2-113. GENERAL INFORMATION. a. Same as above, but with a CH-6

booster.
2-114. CHARACTERISTICS. Table 2-13 b. Same as SUS MK 59 MOD 3, or MK

notes the characteristic differences 94 MOD 0, except with the MK 8 MOD 0 ex-
between the MK 59 MOD 2 and the MOD 59 plosive section, which has a TETRYL
MOD Oa. booster and an inert main charge.
Explosive section
Booster
Main charge
MK 10 MOD 2
1.1 oz (3l.Sg) TETRYL
Inert
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n Sound pressure level (broad band)
First bubble period

163dB// 1 pPa
See Figure A-18 for depth.
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2-117. INTRODUCTION. be used to mark the position of sea dis-
posal operations and the location of
2-118. PURPOSE. This signal provides ships in recovery operations, and it can
broadband underwater acoustic energy or act as an explosive initiator for the
initiates other explosive devices at deep detonation of munitions. The SUS
deep depths between 1000 and 18000 feet, MK 59 MOD 3 is used to initiate mooring
from air or surface craft. line cutters to retrieve the mooring
lines from deep ocean-moored environmen-
2-119. USE. Its primary use is ocean- tal buoys. A special clock-delay timer
ographic research measurements for en- nose piece (not included in this publi-
vironmental calibration, such as that cation) can be added for this purpose.
which will support underwater ASW acous- See paragraph 2-11.£.
tic search and detection, communication,
re-entry vehicle water impact marker, 2-120. GENERAL INFORMATION.
SOFAR position marking and range marking
systems in addition to research for 2-121. CHARACTERISTICS. See tables
scientific data or experiments. It may 2-14 and 2-15.

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NALC (not assigned)
Design BUWEPS LD162467 '
Weight 13.5 lb (6.09kg)
Arming mechanism
Firing mechanism
MK 38 MOD 1
MK 43 MOD 0 (table 2-15)

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n Detonator MK 43 MOD 1
(MOD 2 in future
production)
Lead-in 0.218 g TETRYL
Booster 1.1 oz (31.5g) CH-6
Main charge 1.8 lb (0.82kg) CYCLOTOL

(25% RDX/75% TNT)
Use Oceanic calibration, SAR/

SOFAR, position, marking,
communications, and initi-
ator
Launching Air/Surface
Sink rate (terminal velocity with 25.6 ft/sec. (varies with

brass body and nose) material)
Arming depth 125 ft.
Sound pressure level (broad band) 274dB// 1 JIPa
First bubble period See Appendix A-19 for

depth.
HAZARD CLASS
QD 7
n CG X-B
DOT A
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Table 2-15. Firing Mechanism MK 43 MOD 0 Characteristics
NATIONAL
NOMINAL
FIRING DEPTH
FIRING DEPTH
TOLERANCE
*FIRING TIME
TOLERANCE
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1360-00-060-8838
1360-00-060-8959
. 1000
1500
900 to 1100
1400 to J.600
35 to 43
55 to 63
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1360-00-060-8842 2000 1900 to 2100 74 to 82
1360-00-060-8958 2500 2375 to 2625 93 to 103
1360-00-060-8843 3000 2850 to 3150 111 to 123
(limited) 3500 3325 to 3675 130 to 1.43
1360-00-060-8845 4000 3800 to 4200 148 to 164
(limited) 5000 4750 to 5250 186 to 205
1360-00-060-8846 6000 5700 to 6300 223 to 246

1360-00-060-8847 - 8000 7600 to 8400 297 to 328
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1360-00-060-8848 10000 9500 to 10500 371 to 410
1360-00-060-8849 12000 11400 to 12600 445 to 492
1360-00....;060-8852 14000 13300 to 14700 520 to 574
1360-00-060-8854 16000 15200 to 16800 594 to 656
1360-00-060-8897 18000 17100 to 18900 668 to 738
*Note: When used in signals with 25.6 ft/sec. sink rate. This varies with the
material the arming body and nose piece are fabricated from. The 25.6
ft/sec. units have brass bodies and brass noses.
2-122. ASSEMBLED ROUND. The SUS and into deep water, where hydrostatic pres-
its replaceable firing mechanism are sure arms and fires it. It consists of
requisitioned separately and shipped an Arming Mechanism MK 38 MOD 1, a Fir-
separately to the user for assembly. ing Mechanism MK 43 MOD 0 (table 2-15),
(See figures 2-15 and 2-16.) SUS MK 59 and an Explosive Section MK 4 MOD 2.
MOD 3 is an explosive device that is
manually enabled for arming and launched
The components are bolted together. The
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n SUS MK59
lO.lOlJJ..J
n YELLOW
BAND
DETAIL A
n ASSEMBLY
BOLT
DETAIL A
n Figure 2-15. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 59 MOD 3

Sectional and Exterior Views
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Components and External View
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2-123. COMPONENT DESCRIPTION. (See personnel in an aircraft

n figure 2-16.)
2-124. Arming Mechanism. The arming 2-128.

sea crash or ditching.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION.
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mechanism has a spring-restrained piston
that interrupts the explosive train un- 2-129. Although no maintenance is per-
til actuated by water pressure and pro- formed and signals are handled as an
vides a cavity for installation of the assembled round, except for depth
firing mechanism, in-line with the ex- changes, an understanding of the physi-
plosive train axis. cal configuration and functional opera-
tion is required to ensure safe handling
2-125. Firing Mechanism. The firing and reliability in the use of the sig-
mechanism houses a firing pin, re- nal.
strained by an interference fit at its
pointed firing pin. A shear disc holds 2-130. PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION. (See fig-
back the sea water from driving the fir- ure 2-17.)
ing pin until it reaches its designed
failure depth. Each firing mechanism is 2-131. Arming System. The arming pis-
marked with its operating depth. Firing ton is actuated by sea water pressure
mechanisms are identical, except for against a spring. The spring restrains
different depth shear disc assembly. the arming piston from movement. An
O-ring provides a watertight seal for
2-126. Explosive Section. The explo- the piston in its operating bore. The
sive section contains the booster and detonator is secured in parallel, to the
main explosive charge. The stabilizer explosive train axis in the arming pis-
is swaged to the aft end. ton, but at a safe distance out-of-line.
n I CAUTION I
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The spring boss of the piston and the
spring partially block the firing pin
and the explosive lead-in; the deto-
nator, in its out-of-line position, is
No more than one safety completely blocked and isolated from the
cotter pin shall be re- explosive train in the arming piston
moved at a time, except bore. The arming piston is aligned
when filling a launching axially and longitudinally by the align-
system. ment pin, secured in the arming piston
bore by its passage through a cutout in
2-127. Safety Cotter Pin. The safety the side of the arming piston. The cut-
cotter pin assembly provides insurance out has a flat surface that rides
against accidental alignment of the fir- against the side of the pin, preventing
ing train. It is manually removed be- rotary movement. The pin also retains
fore launching. the piston under spring pressure in the
bore by limiting end movement at one end
NOTE of the cutout. A bore step, or shoul-
der, aligns the piston in the armed
Arming wire assemblies position when fully actuated by sea
are not provided for air pressure. In the armed position, the
launching, as the shal- detonator is aligned with the axis of
n lowest firing depth is

1000 feet; this is not
considered dangerous to
the explosive train, the firing pin and
lead-in. An arming stop washer around
the exposed end of the arming piston
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1. STABILIZER
2.
3.
4.
5.
FIN
SHROUD
EXPLOSIVE SECTION
PLUG
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6. SEALING COMPOUND
7. SKIN
8. MAIN CHARGE IN EXPLOSIVE CAVITY
9. CAVITY PAINT
10. BOOSTER IN BOOSTER CAVITY
11. PRESSURE PAD
12. BOOSTER RETAINER WASHER
13. 0-RING SEAL (4)
14. LEAD-IN
15. ARMING PISTON AND BORE
16. SAFING SPRING
17. ARMING STOP WASHER
4 18. SAFETY COTTER PIN AND TAG
19. DETONATOR
20. ALIGNMENT PIN AND GUIDE CUTOUT
21. VENT
FOUR BOLTS SECURE
22. ARMING BODY
EXPLOSIVE SECTION
23. NOSE PIECE
24. WATER ENTRY PORTS
25. FIRING MECHANISM
26. FIRING PISTON PIN
27. RESTRAINING CUP
28.
29.
SHEAR DISC ASSEMBLY
HOLLOW BOLT
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TWO BOLTS
SECURE NOSE PIECE
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28
29
24
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Figure 2-17. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 59 MOD 3, Sectional View
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is secured to the arming mechanism body. first increment, the priming mixture
A safety cotter pin passes through a (0.063 grams), is on the end pierced by
hole in the exposed end of the arming the firing pin. The second, lead azide
piston, outside the arming stop washer. (0.100 grams), is the sensitive high ex-
n The cotter pin prevents accidental

arming from shock or direct impact.
With the cotter pin removed, movement of
the arming piston is self-safing; the
spring returns it to the safe position
plosive required to fire the last incre-
ment high-order. The third increment is
TETRYL (0.093 g), a powerful explosive.
The increments are pressed in a small
metal tube and secured in the arming
on removal of the pressure or inertia piston. The next section in the firing
force. train, the lead-in, contains 0.218 grams
of TETRYL in a metal cup, pressed in the
2-132. Firing System. The firing pin small bore in the longitudinal axis of
is located in the axis of the explosive the arming mechanism body. The booster,
train, in its firing mechanism bore, and 1.1 ounces (31.5 g) CH-6, is next in se-
is sealed with an 0-ring in an external quence. It is located in a watertight
groove.. The pin is restrained from mov- cavity in the inner end of the explosive
ing in the firing direction by a metal section. The pressed CH-6 pellet is
restraining cup. The firing pin point held in the cavity by a metal washer.
is restrained in a hole in the cup, the The washer hole is in line with the
hole being smaller than the pin dia- lead-in. The other end of the booster
meter. The sea end of the firing pin pellet is stabilized by a pressure pad.
bore is sealed off by a shear disc The main charge, 1.8 pounds (0.82 kg) of
which also prevents firing pin end cast CYCLOTOL, is the last element of
movement in the other direction. The the explosive train. It fills the ex-
shear disc is seated in the bore of the plosive section cavity up to the neck.
firing mechanism body, against a shoul- The open end of the cavity is closed off
der. It is supported on the shear with inert sealing compound and a plas-
washer, and the assembly is secured to- tic plug. The interior walls of the
gether by a drawn copper shell. The explosive cavity are coated with a
calibrated features for the firing depth bituminous compound to eliminate the
are the material and thickness of the possibility of explosive becoming
diaphragm, and the diameter and edge pinched in any cracks or crevices. The
sharpness of the hole in the washer, various explosive elements have their
providing ten percent depth accuracy. exposed surfaces protected as follows:
The shear disc assembly is seated under the detonator has metal end plates; the
a washer and hollow bolt, and it is open end of the lead-in cup, opposite
torqued to make the copper shell of the the booster, is coated with a sealing
shear disc assembly conform to the seat, compound; the booster is sealed by the
for watertightness, and to hold the dia- explosive section mating 0-ring; and,
phragm in tension. The hollow bo]t is beginning with the 1979 production, the
threaded into the body of the firing booster tip is covered by a thin alumi-
mechanism and is provided with flooding num cover.
ports. Flooding ports are also provided
in the nose piece of the arming mecha- 2-134. Structure System. The three
nism. The sea water pressure is commun- major parts are bolted together. The
n icated to the shear disc through these nose piece is secured by two bolts and
ports. holds the firing mechanism in the arming
body. The explosive section is secured
2-133. Explosive Train. The detonator to the arming body by four bolts that
is a three-increment initiator. The also compress the sealing 0-ring. The
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firing mechanism has an O-ring around through the restraining washer and'to
its circumference, in a groove, that
provides a watertight seal with the
arming body. The stabilizer is swaged
to the end of the explosive section.
pierce the detonator. The explosive
train fires, then detonates with pro-
gressive force as it propagates to each
element. This produces a shock wave and
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All 0-rings, O-ring operating surfaces, pressure pulse in the water, which sends
and metal-to-metal sliding surfaces are the sound through the water in all
lubricated. There are four 0-ring seal- directions.
ing points in addition to the shear disc
diaphragm: the firing piston, firing
mechanism body, arming piston, and the 2-137. PREPARATION FOR USE.
booster. The explosive section main
charge cavity is free flooding in space 2-138. UNPACKING. SUS are packed
not filled with explosive and its ex- assembled, except for the replaceable
posed end sealing compound.
firing mechanism, which is assembled to
the SUS by the user. The firing mecha-
2-135. Aero/Hydro Stabilizer System. nism must be requistioned separately.
The shroud and four fins form the tail (See figure 2-16.) Unpack only as
and provide stabilization in the air and
needed, using the following guidelines:
water. Each fin has a canted section
that causes a high spin rate. The shape
of the flat nose affords good water en-
try and trajectory characteristics. The
center of gravity is about one-third of
the distance back from the nose and
gives trajectory stabilization without The SUS are safer left
jamming the horizontal launcher/ejector in the container for the
mechanisms.
2-136. FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION. (See

figure 2-17.) The safety cotter pin is
added physical protec-
tion the container pro-
vides. The handles are
easy to lash in place
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removed to manually enable arming. Fol- and the lid is easily
lowing release from an aircraft, the removed as needed.
signal takes a slight nose-down attitude
and stabilizes within 150 feet of air
travel. The signal enters the water and a. Remove the retaining locks or
sinks to the arming depth, during which wires from the container latches.
time, the pressure against the arming
piston compresses the safing spring un- b. Pull the latches up to unlock
til the piston is stopped by shoulders the cover.
in its bore. At the arming depth, the
detonator is aligned with the explosive c. Remove the cover.
train and, at the same time, unblocks
the train. As the signal continues to NOTE
sink, water pressure through the nose
piece flooding ports stresses the shear Shipped without firing
disc, and on arrival at the firing mechanism installed, the
depth, causes the diaphragm to shear
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TETRYL lead and CH-6
over its supporting washer edges. The booster and the deton-
in-flowing water rams the firing pin in, ator are exposed to any
forcing its firing point to pass dampness present.
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n d. If the humidity indicator warns

of dampness, reliability may be
affected.
grease or if the 0-ring
is cut, the SUS leaks
and becomes a dud.
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e. Remove the top packing tray. a. Check new firing mechanism for:
f. Inspect each SUS as it is (1) The firing piston pin point

removed from the container. exposed but not protruding beyond the
firing mechanism body.
g. Pay particular attention that
the safety cotter pin is installed, and (2) Correct depth marking.
that the explosive section is attached
tightly to the arming mechanism at the (3) A lubricated, undamaged
joint. 0-ring.
h. Remove the SUS and packing trays (4) No dirt.

as needed.
b. Clean and lubricate only if
i. Remove the plastic bag from SUS necessary. Be careful not to leave lint
and dispose of it, as it is not to be from cleaning materials on the 0-ring or
replaced if SUS is repacked. O-ring surfaces. Use the lubricant
indicated at the end of this section,
j. Retain all packaging material, under Replacement Items.
less the plastic bags, for use if the
mission is aborted. Close box with c. Remove two bolts from the nose
packaging material inside. Make certain piece, and remove the nose piece while
n the box is watertight.
I WARNING I
holding the body. Avoid holding the
tail, as this may loosen it.
d. Remove the incorrect depth fir-

ing mechanism, if installed. Inspect
cavity bore for freedom from dirt and
Do not drop, dent, lint, and ensure that the sides are
crush, roll, throw, lubricated. Clean and relubricate, as
burn, heat, smoke near, in step b. above.
or disassemble (except
to change depth) the e. Slide replacement firing mech-
sus. anism into its bore, with the nut end
out, and seat it, being careful not to
cut the 0-ring as it passes into the
2-139. DEPTH SETTING. Install or re- bore.
place the firing mechanism as follows:
f. Replace the nose piece and two
I CAUTION I bolts, first starting the threads coun-
terclockwise until they drop or click,
then clockwise until the lock washers
This must be done in a
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under the bolt heads are flat.
clean location where
dust and dirt are not g. Mark out the old depth on the
blowing around. If dirt nose of the signal and mark in the new
gets into the 0-ring depth. Do the same for the shipping
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container if SUS is replaced without 2-141. RETURN TO STORAGE.

firing mechanism removal. Attach tags
with this information. 2-142. Certain precautions are required
in shipboard stowages because of the
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h. Place each removed firing mech- ever-present potential of high pressures
anism in the container and packing that
it was received in. Carefully mark the
change of depth on the package and cross
off the old NSN number.
being developed. This SUS arms at 55
psi if the safety cotter pin is missing,
and with it installed, the SUS, arms at
the 3220-foot depth, when the pin shears
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due to the pressure at that depth. The
pressures present in sprinkling systems,
2-140. OPERATIONAL USE. fire mains, and ship's service air mains
could arm this SUS in an accident if the
safety cotter pin was missing, but not
I CAUTION I fire it. The SUS returns to safe on re-
moval of the pressure. Should the ship
sink, the firing pressures will develop.
Be sure the water depth With the safety cotter pin installed and
exceeds the SUS func- depending on the depth setting, the SUS
tioning depth. Check will either lockup to the safe position
the instruction plate on (firing pin behind arming piston) or
the aircraft launcher fire as indicated in table 2-33. There-
for maximum SUS load fore, the following safety measures
weight. This SUS is shall be taken to ensure that ship sink-
twice the weight of the ing survivors are not injured:
normal SUS.
a. Check the nose of the signal for

correct depth marking.
a. Install safety cotter pin and
remove firing mechanisms.
b. Segregate from other high ex-

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plosives.
WARNING
WARNING I
Remove the pin just be-
fore the use of each At 1000 feet, an equiv-
SUS, but only on one SUS alent of 3000 pounds of
at any one time, or just TNT explosive weight
before loading each SUS causes personnel injury.
into a dispenser. Eleven thousand pounds
causes death to person-
nel.
b. Remove the safety cotter pin c. Stow with other high explosives
from the arming piston by slipping a whose equivalent TNT explosive weights
finger in the ring and pulling the pin would not cause personnel injury when
clear.
c. Replace the safety cotter pin in

SUS arming piston if not used.
detonated at the minimum depth set in
the particular SUS. (See table 2-33.)
Firing mechanisms are inert and may be
stowed anywhere.
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2-144. REPLACEMENT ITEMS.

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2-143. STORAGE PROCEDURE.
2-145. Disassembly of the SUS MK 59 MOD

a. Dry off the exposed SUS. 3 is unauthorized except to replace
authorized items. Replacement of the
n b. Make sure that the safety cotter

pin is installed.
following items is authorized in the
field:
a. Cotter pin MS9245-28

(1/16 X 3/4 in.)
c. Make sure that the depth marking stainless
is on the nose or on the tag attached to
tail. b. Firing mecha- Depth and FSN
nism (see table 2-15)
d. Repack in a dry container, using MK 43 MOD 0
the original dividers or trays. Use all
packing material, even though part of Firing mecha- Commercial equiv-
the SUS has been used. Replace the nism O-ring alent Parker
cover and secure the latches. 5427-18, 15/16 X
1-3/16 X 1/8
e. Remark the container or tag, as 0-ring lubri- Commercial equiv-

required, to indicate both the number of cant alent Dow Corning
SUS packed therein, and their function- No. 55 Grease
ing depths. MIL-G-4343
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2-146. INTRODUCTION. 2-148. GENERAL INFORMATION.
2-147. PURPOSE. This unit is the same

as the MK 59 MOD 3 except an increased 2-149. CHARACTERISTICS. Differences
energy output is provided for increased are noted in table 2-16 and figure 2-16.
range, penetration, and/or reflection. (See figure 2-18.)
PHYSICAL PARAMETERS
CHARACTERISTICS
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Size 3 in. dia X 21 in. long, E
size
Weight 16 lb (7.12 kg); may be

less, depending on ma-
terial
Explosive section MK 4 MOD 3 (see figure

2-16)
Main charge 4 lb (1.81 kg) CYCLOTOL
Sink rate (terminal velocity) 27.2 ft/sec; may be less

depending on material

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Sound pressure level (broad band) 276dB// 1 ]lPa
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2-156. CHARACTERISTICS. The logistic

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2-151. PURPOSE. (See figure 2-19). identification and the physical/func-
The purpose of this signal is to produce tional characteristics of SUS MK 59 MOD
an acoustic signal in the SOFAR channel, 5 are listed in table 2-17.
with high reliability, but without man-
ual pre-arming enablement. The acoustic 2-157. ASSEMBLY DESCRIPTION. The SUS
signal is produced in or near the ocean MK 59 MOD 5 (figure 2-20) consists of a
depth that has the slowest sound velo- one-piece body assembly that houses an
city. The sound is trapped by refrac- integral arming mechanism, a firing
tion back into this depth from the high- mechanism, and an explosive charge as-
er velocities above and below. This sembly. A yellow band around the body
trapped sound travels thousands of of the signal (ammunition color code)
miles. Sensors in the SOFAR channel at indicates that the SUS contains a high
several different locations measure the explosive charge. Additional signal
time of arrival of the end of the sound; markings and symbols indicate the firing
this fixes the location of origin. Ac- depth and stowage alignment for crash
curacy of the fix depends on the ocean survival.
sound calibration.
2-152. USE. This SUS is designed for

usc in aircraft and life rafts, to mark
2-158. The arming system maintains
safety during signal life and during an
aircraft crash when properly installed
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the deep water location of a downed or in the aircraft. After the aircraft has
lost aircraft. The signal functions on crashed or ditched and sunk to a safe
sinking of the aircraft, or from life depth, the arming system makes the sig-
rafts after hand-jettisoning. nal operational. The firing system is
actuated to detonate the SUS at the
2-153. UNIQUENESS. This high explosive designated depth. The detonation pro-
signal will not detonate in an aircraft duces an acoustic signal.
fire in its normally installed configu-
ration, although it probably would deto- NOTE
nate if in large quantities or when con-
fined. This signal is most
effective when it deto-
2-154. STATUS. This unit is in standby nates in the SOFAR chan-
status. Since the signal requires pro- nel. Since the SOFAR
vision for permanent installation in channel varies in depth,
aircraft and packaging in life rafts, the SUS provides for six
its use is limited to authorized air- depths. Two SUS are
craft and life rafts. When authorized,
temporary installation or stowage may be
used, providing that spacing between SUS
is maintained and they are oriented for
crash survival.
commonly used in combi-
nation, 2500 and 4000
feet, for coverage of
the North Atlantic and
Pacific.
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n Table 2-I7. SUS MK 59 MOD 5 Characteristics
n Depth
-NSN NALC
- -
I500 ft I36I-00-220-9968 *SWI7
2000 ft I36I-00-220-9967 *SWI8
2500 ft I36I-00-220-9966 SWI9
3000 ft I36I-00-220-9965 *SW20
3500 ft I36I-00-220-9964 *SW2I

4000 ft I36I-00-220-9963 SW22
5000 ft I36I-00-220-9962 *SW23
6000 ft I36I-00-220-996I *SW24
* Special order.
n PHYSICAL PARAMETERS CHARACTERISTICS
Design PL7392I3
Size 3 in. dia X II in. long
Weight 4.8 lb (2.I7 kg)
Detonator MK 43 MOD I (initial configu-

ration)
MOD 2 (improved config-
uration)
Lead-in O.I89 g CH-6
Main charge I.9 lb (0.86 kg) FLEXIBLE

(PETN 63%, Nitrocellulose 8%,
Binder 29%)
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Limitations
Purpose
MIL-S-XWS-7576(AS)
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Launching Sinks with aircraft or surface
launching
Free launching altitudes Minimum recommended (not de-

and speed signed for)
Captive sink rate (terminal Same as sinking aircraft

velocity)
Free sink rate 5 ft per sec
Arming depth 350 ft
Firing depths 2500 and 4000 ft. (two used

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Countermining standoff (required 30 ft minimum (for 2500 ft/

in aircraft spacing) 4000 ft firing depths - spacing
for other depths not tested)
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INITIAL PRODUCTION INCORPORATED

ILLUSTRATED BAG. MORE RECENT
PRODUCTION INCORPORATES A FORM-
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2-159. DETAILED DESCRIPTION. 2-163. Firing System. The firing pin
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scribe physical systems and functional
is located in the axis of the firing
train, in the central bore of the sig-
nal. The pin is sealed with an O-ring.
operation. Safe handling, crash sur- It is restrained from movement in the
n vivability, and surveillance are best

accomplished by understanding both the
description and operation, even though
this is a ready round requiring no as-
sembly, maintenance,·arming, or oper-
firing direction by the retaining washer
that is supported on the flange of the
alignment bushing. The firing pin
point rests in a hole in the restraining
washer. The hole is smaller than the
ating. pin diameter, preventing firing pin
movement. The other end or the firing
2-161. PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION. pin is restrained by the shear disc
assembly. The shear disc is supported
2-162. Arming System. (See figure on the shear washer and the assembly is
2-21.) The arming piston is spring- secured together by a drawn copper
loaded to its outer position by the shell. The calibrated features for the
safing spring housed in the piston, and firing depth are the material and thick-
it bears against the bottom of the pis- ness of the shear disc (or diaphragm),
ton bore. The arming piston is sealed and the diameter and edge sharpness of
by an 0-ring at its outer end. The pis- the hole in the washer, providing a ten
ton holds the detonator parallel to the percent depth accuracy. The shear disc
axis of the firing train and the signal, assembly is seated against a shoulder in
but at a safe, out-of-line distance. It the central bore, secured to provide
also blocks both the firing pin and the watertightness (copper conforming to its
explosive lead-in. The arming piston is surface), and holds the diaphragm in
tension by a washer and hollow bolt.
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aligned by a bushing, extending from the
firing pin bore, that engages a flat cut The hole in the bolt communicates with
in the piston. The inner shoulder or two flooding ports located in the end of
end of the flat aligns the safe position the internal boss. Two external flood-
of the arming piston. The end of the ing ports are located at 90 degrees on
bushing bears against the surface of the the outside body from the internal
alignment flat to prevent rotation of flooding ports.
the arming piston. The alignment for
the armed position occurs when the arm-
ing piston bottoms on a step in the 2-164. Explosive. The detonator is a
bore. There is no provision for arming three-increment initiator. The first
lockup by the firing pin if a safety increment is the priming mixture (0.063
cotter pin is installed. The outside of g) on the end pierced by the firing pin.
the arming piston passes through an arm- The second is lead azide (0.100 g), a
ing shear washer supported by the body sensitive high explosive required to
of the signal. A hole passes through fire the last increment high-order. the
the outside end of the arming piston. third i~ TETRYL (0.093 g), a powerful
The arming indicator goes through this explosive. The increments are pressed
hole. The arming indicator is a solid into a small metal tube secured in the
flexible rubber shaft, tapered on each arming piston. The explosive elements
end, and looks like a double ended mouse are protected by thin metal end discs.
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tail. The exposed end of the plunger is Upgrading with the MK 43 MOD 2 detonator
painted green and has a white letter S provides a final increment with more
printed on the exposed side. efficient output. The next section of
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PRESSURE
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INTERNAL
{A) BEFORE LAUNCHING
Figure 2-21.
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SOFAR CHANNEL
Signal, Underwater Sound MK 59 MOD 5, Sectional View

FLOODING
PORT
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in the central bore. It is loaded with
CH-6 (0.189 g), a very vigorous explo-
sive, more powerful and hotter than
safe, but may produce a dud. The signal
is enclosed by a sealed plastic covering
or skin which both protects the signal
from corrosion and abrasion and provides
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TETRYL. The lead-in is a flanged cup, an important indicator for judging the
closed at the main charge end, and condition of the signal.
sealed under the flange by an 0-ring.
This prevents water entry from the free- 2-166. FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION. The
flooding main charge cavity. The lead- plastic skin remains on the signal.
in has a piece of tape over the main When the arming piston is pushed in,
charge end to prevent main charge extru- accidentally or as a result of tamper-
sion into the lead-in/main body inter- ing, the arming indicator is sheared.
face. The explosive of the lead-in is The arming piston returns to its safe
additionally protected by a thin metal position on removal of the force
end closure disc on the detonator side. applied. The green end of the plunger
There is no booster.. The final section with the white S protrudes about 5/32 of
in the explosive train is the main an inch when it has returned to the
charge. It is a one piece extruded fully-safe position (See figure B-3 in
cylinder of FLEXIBLE explosive weighing Appendix). The signal is safe to use in
1.9 pounds (0 .• 86 kg). The FLEXIBLE an emergency; other wise, return it to
explosive is composed of PETN (1.2 an ammunition issuing activity.
pounds) - 63 percent, nitrocellulose - 8
percent, and plastic binder - 29 per- 2-167. When an aircraft ditches and
cent. The explosive cylinder is then sinks, the signal secured onboard
sheathed in a plastic charge case for a sinks along with it. The signal can be
portion of its sides and end (as an aid jettisoned manually without removal of
n in assembly). The main charge is held

against the lead-in cup by a rubber
pressure pad under compression at the
end plate.
the plastic skin. (See figure 2-21.)
The arming piston is forced in against
the safing spring by the water pressure,
first cutting the rubber indicator. The
detonator is then aligned with the
2-165. Structure System. The body is firing pin and lead-in, unblocking both
one piece. An end plate is secured on at the arming depth. The signal con-
each end; neither end is watertight. tinues to sink to the designed firing
The end plate on the main charge end, depth. As it sinks, the shear disc
secured by four screws, maintains the distorts under pressure and finally
compression on the main charge pressure shears itself on its shear washer. The
pad. The other end plate is secured water previously held back by the shear
with the body swaged or staked over it, disc drives the firing pin ahead of it.
and it prevents physical damage to the The firing pin forces its way through
shear disc assembly. a-rings, along the small hole in the retainer washer by
with their functioning and sliding enlarging the hole diameter, and it is
surfaces, are lubricated. Aircraft driven on from there into the detonator
installation stowage arrows are painted to initiate and detonate the SUS. The
on the sides and ends of the signal, detonation is propagated through the
which, if so installed, provided the explosive train to the main charge;
optimum attitude for the signal to shock and acoustic pressure waves are
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function. Other positions are not less
propagated in all directions. (See
figure 2-19.)
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MK 59 MOD 5
2-168. Another signal placed within the c. Pull all latches up and unhook
countermining distance in the aircraft
or life raft also functions due to the
explosive overpressure, regardless of
its designed depth. (Spacing tests have
them from lid.
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been run for the 2500/4000-foot combina-
tion.) With signal spacing no closer
than that specified for the depth com-
bination in use, each SUS can function
at its designed depth, in turn (see
figure B-3 in Appendix). This improves
e.
required.
g.
Observe the humidity indicator.
f. Remove the plastic foam trays as
Remove the signals needed.

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the chances of optimum SOFAR channel
coverage for the wide range of geograph- h. Make sure that the arming piston
ic locations and seasons of the year in S is exposed, that the mouse tail indi-
which aircraft operate. cator has not been sheared, that the end
plates and the four screws on one end
2-169. PREPARATION FOR USE. (See fig- are in place, and that the plastic bag
ure B-3 in Appendix). skin is not damaged nor contains
moisture underneath.
2-170. UNPACKING. Unpacking instruc-
tions for installation in aircraft or i. Return all packaging material to
life rafts are part of the authorized the box for repacking of the signals,
documentation for the specific aircraft should off-loading become necessary.
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or life raft. Since the signal can be
removed from its skin and reconfigured
for manual enabling to prevent counter-
m~n~ng. This allows life raft stowage
I WARNING
without spacing problems. Instructions
for use of the reconfigured signal shall
be on its exterior or shall be packaged
with the signal in the life raft, and
Do not drop, throw,
roll, dent, crush, heat,
burn or disassemble the
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shall include both enabling instructions SUS, as inadvertent de-
and specific schedule of hand launching tonation could occur.
(both depth and time).
2-171. DEPTH SETTING. The depth set-
a. Do not unpack the signal unless ting is factory pre-set and marked on
the unpacking is required for installa- the outside. Possible settings are:
tion in aircraft or life rafts. 1soo, 2ooo, 2soo, 3ooo, 3soo, 4ooo,
5000, or 6000 feet. All signals ini-
[ CAUTION I tially were fabricated with 2500- or
4000-foot shear discs. Any of these
original signals can be reconfigured by
Do not remove the plas- the Cognizant Field Activity (CFA),
tic skin or bag from the WPNSTA Yorktown Code 502, to any of the
signal. (See the excep- other depths required for optimum
tion given in paragraph functioning in a specific operational
2-170.) area.
b. Unlock and remove the safety re-
tainer pins from the box latches.
2-172. INSTALLATION. Observe aircraft
installation arrows for reliability in
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MK 59 MOD 5
functioning and for safety. The arrow b. Remove the cotter pin attached
n on the side (see figure B-3 in Appendix)

indicates the forward end. This normal-
ly prevents premature firing pin rupture
to this tag.
NOTE
of the retaining washer and possible
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position during a crash. Likewise, the
end arrow indicates vertical orienta-
tion. This gives the greatest chance of
preventing possible loss of the arming
The difference in sink
times, plus the count-
down period (25 minutes
in the Atlantic and 35
minutes in the Pacific),
piston or momentary arming during a can be taken into ac-
crash. Fortunately, the combination of count by the receivers.
forces required both to arm and to fire
are virtualy impossible if positioned in
accordance with the arrows. (See para- c. Drop the first signal, marked
graph 1-93.) Stowage in the airframe 4000 in the Atlantic or 2500 in the
for functioning upon aircraft sinking Pacific, as soon as possible.
should be positioned not only in ac-
cordance with the arrows, but also with d. Drop the other signal, marked
the forward end and bottom side against 2500 in the Atlantic or 4000 in the
the airframe structure.. This position Pacific exactly with the last direct
should be accessible for inspection, for light from sunset or with the first
down-loading, and to detect tampering. direct light of sunrise, whichever is
The end with the screws should be clear, first. This assists in longitude con-
to enable the explosive to expell itself firmation and indicates survivors.
in a fire. The signal should be secured
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to the structure in accordance with in- e. Conversely, during storm or
structions for the specific aircraft. overcast, drop the second signal as near
In an emergency, it should be secured by as possible to one-half hour after the
lashing or taping. Stowage in life first signal by using a wristwatch or by
rafts requires that a safety cotter pin counting to 1000 (without saying hun-
and ring be subs~ituted for the arming dred) at a normal, slow speaking rate.
indicator. Remove plastic sealing. Use
a 1/16 X 3/4 inch stainless steel cotter
pin MS9245-28 and any available ring or 2-173. OPERATIONAL USE. (See Figure
wire loop to assist in finger removal. B-3 in Appendix)
Spread cotter pin ends only slightly,
enough for retention, but not enough to a. Operation is automatic for those
make one finger removal difficult. signals that sink in water deeper than
Where feasible, attach a red tag to the depth marking, and have not been recon-
ring with FLEET or life raft instruc- figured with safety cotter pins and
tions similar to those listed below, and rings.
resealing in a plastic bag, with double
fold and three staples, to provide in- b. The signals may be jettisoned
dication of tampering and or damage. An from aircraft in flight or floating, or
installation example for life raft use from floating life rafts. Prior to
follows: launching, remove safety cotter pins, if
installed. These signals should be
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life raft instructions: most specific-

ally, as to number and time (if appli-
cable).
Minor holes may be taped to seal out
moisture and dirt. In units configured
for life raft use, check that the cotter
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c. Emergencies involving fire are
considerably safer with this signal than
other signals (SOFAR and SUS)., except
when mass stored, boxed, or otherwise
confined. Tests with single SUS MK 59
b. Return the SUS to the appro-
priate containers. Use the packing ma-
terial saved for this.
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MOD 5 have caused no detonations in c. Make certain that the container
large fuel fires. The signal only burns interior and the packing material are
in a fire when confined in a container dry.
that allows the explosive to eject it-
self and the end cap. d. Return the instruction sheet and
ammunition data cards.
d. .See NWP-37 for details in regard
to SAR (Search and Rescue) operations. e. Secure all latches on the box
lid and secure with safety securing
2-174. RETURN TO STORAGE. lockwires.
2-175. REPACKING. In shipboard stow- f. Tag the box with the following
ages, this SUS is unaffected by pres- information:
sures from sprinkling system, fire main,
or ship's service air main accidents, (1) Quantity, if less than
but does arm at the 350-foot depth (155 full.
psi). Should the ship sink, it will
detonate at the depth set in the SUS.
Due to the nature of this SUS and its
manner of packaging, there is no attempt
to use a safety cotter pin.
(2) Depths, if not marked cor-
rectly on outside, to call attention to
mixed depths.
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(3) Lot number(s), if different
2-176. Segregate this SUS from all from container marking.
other high explosives, or ensure that
the total TNT equivalent explosive (4) To use first.
weight that it is stowed with is less
than that which would cause personnel 2-177. REPLACEMENT ITEMS.
injury to sinking ship survivors, if
detonated at the minimum functioning 2-178. The arming indicator may be re-
depth set in the SUS. See table 2-33 placed with a cotter pin, MS9245-28 1/16
for explosive weights that will cause X 3/4 inch stainless steel, and a ring,
injury at the SUS set depth. large enough for finger.grip, when
required by instructions. Disassembly
a. Make sure that: the arming indi- is unauthorized, except as provided in
cator is not sheared; the S is fully 2-172.
visible on the arming piston, with ap-
proximately 5/32 inch of the piston ex- 2-179. DISPOSAL.
posed (painted green); both end plates
are installed and for securing screws
are present around one end plate; the
plastic seal is without holes; no
corrosion has formed on the signal.
a. Return the SUS to the ammunition
issuing activity for refurbishment if
the plastic skin is damaged, the arming
indicator is sheared, or the signal
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ammunition issuing activity for disposal
disposition if stored an extended time
in excess of 110° F, or if the shelf
when any of the following is observed:
(1) Arming plunger is not on

life of signal has expired. Shelf life
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safe.
expires 25 years after the manufacturing
date when stored under less than 110° F.
Tag its condition. (2) Evidence indicates tamper-
ing such as plastic skin opened, screws
b. Obtain the services of the local missing or not up tight, or end plate
Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team pried loose.
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SECTION XVI
SIGNAL, UNDERWATER SOUND MK 61 MOD 0 u
2-180. INTRODUCTION.
2-181. PURPOSE. The MK 61 MOD 0 (fig-

Foreign Navies use the signal for Explo-
sive Echo Ranging (EER) methods to lo-
calize ASW targets (a part of the JULIE
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ure 2-22) signal provides an omnidirec- system). This signal is not used by
tional underwater explosive sound source U.S. Navy operational forces, except in
at either 60 or 800-foot depth, from support of oceanographic operations.
aircraft or from the surface.
2-183. LIMITATIONS. This signal, while
NOTE of high reliability, is subject to mal-
functions at drop altitudes over 1500
See FXP-1 for restric- feet.
tions in its use in
fleet exercises. 2-184. GENERAL INFORMATION.
2-182. USE. The sound produced is used 2-185. CHARACTERISTICS. The primary
for calibration of the ocean by oceano- physical and operational characteristics
graphic forces in support of ASW. It is of the SUS MK 61 MOD 0 are listed in
used extensively by research activities. table 2-18.
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NALC
1361-00-065-7733
SW08
Design DL 2302108
Size 3 in. dia x 15 in. long

Arming wire assembly Dwg 696819
Arming and firing mechanism MK 33 MOD 0
Detonator MK 43 MOD 1; MOD 2,
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beginning in 1981
0.218 g TETRYL
Booster 1.1 oz (31.5 g) TETRYL
Main charge 1.8 lb (0.82 kg) TNT
Limitations MIL-S-23311
Use Ocean environmental

calibration
Launching Aircraft/surface craft
Sink rate (terminal velocity) 16.8 ft per sec to 800 ft
n Arming depth
22.8 ft per sec to 60 ft
(from an air drop)
18 ft minimum +27 ft
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Firing depth
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Deep 800 ft nominal ± 80 ft
Firing time
(Water entry to detonation)
Shallow 3 sec ±1 sec (air launched),
4 sec ±1 sec (surface launched)
Deep 46 sec ±5 sec
First bubble period
Shallow 121 ± 13 msec
Deep 19.5 ± 1.8 msec
Sound pressure level

(broad band)
274 dB//1 J.IPa
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Figure 2-22. Signal•, Underwater Sound MK 61 MOD 0
2-186. COMPONENT DESCRIPTION. SUS MK A yellow band, around the body of the
61 MOD 0 (figure 2-23) is an underwater signal, identifies that it is loaded
explosive device which enables its arm- with high explosive.
ing system by air drag on clearance from
an aircraft, and arms and fires from 2-187. The arming and firing mechanism
hydrostatic pressure. It consists of serves as the depth-sensitive initiator.
Arming and Firing Mechanism MK 33 MOD 0, It incorporates two independent, hydro-
Explosive Section MK 4 MOD 0, an arming statically-operated piston groups that
wire .assembly and depth setting wire. align the explosive train and trigger
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explosive section are bolted together.
The arming wire assembly and the depth
wire are retained by spring pressure.
the firing mechanism at the selected
firing depth. The firing mechanism ini-
tiates the explosive train to detonate
the explosive section.
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NOTE 2-191. PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION. (See fig-
This was the first un-

cocked spring mechanism
ure 2-23.)
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used in the SUS and was
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2-192. Arming System. The arming pis-
the basis for the design
ton is operated by water pressure
of the SUS MK 57 MOD 0, against spring pressure. The sea end is
MK 64 MOD 0, MK 82 MOD 0 made watertight within its bore by an
and 1, MK 83 MOD 0, MK
a-ring. The detonator is secured in the
78 MOD 0, MK 92 MOD 0, piston, parallel to the longitudinal
MK 94 MOD 0 and 1 (old axis of the signal. The arming piston
configuration), and MK
is prevented from rotating in the un-
128 MOD 0 and 1.
armed position by the alignment pin.
The arming piston is aligned in the
2-188. The arming wire assembly, con-
armed position by the piston head abut-
sisting of an arming wire and drag ting a step in the bore. In the safe
plate, is used to lock the explosive position, the arming piston has a hole
train in the out-of-line or unarmed in alignment with the firing pin. The
condition from issue during transporta- alignment pin ends blocks final release
tion, storage, in aircraft stowage and movement of the firing sleeve. The ex-
dispensers, and during air launch clear plosive lead-in is blocked by the arming
of the aircraft. It prevents arming and piston. The arming stop washer, around
firing in an aircraft if the aircraft is the sea end of the arming piston, pro-
ditched or crashes; it also prevents vides the safety stop for the arming
arming in a sealed ship's magazine with wire (or cotter pin) to bear against, to
the vent valve blocked if it is sprinkl- prevent arming (piston movement). The
ed or if there is a fire main or ship's
service air main rupture. Although the
arming wire assembly shears at a depth
of 2300 feet (should a ship sink) and
arming wire hole, parallel to the signal
axis, passes through the sea end of the
arming piston outboard of the arming
stop washer. The arming wire (see
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although it is possible that the SUS Section XXXIII) extends from just for-
will detonate and initiate other high ward of the arming piston, through the
explosives sympathetically, it is so
arming piston and along the side of the
deep that survivors in the water would explosive section, and is secured in the
not be injured, providing the total drag plate held in the shroud by the
equivalent TNT weight detonated was less
spring pressure of its four tabs.
than the 46,000 lb (which would cause
injury from that depth). See paragraph
2-207.
2-193. Firing System. The depth sleeve
2-189. DETAILED DESCRIPTION. and firing pin support holds all of the
functioning parts. The depth sleeve is
2-190. The following paragraphs provide made watertight by an a-ring between it-
a physical description of the components self and the arming body. The nose
of SUS MK 61 MOD 0 and a functional de- piece retains the parts in the arming
scription of signal operation. Although body and has water entry ports around
no maintenance is performed and signals the circumference at the juncture with
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are handled as an assembled round, an the arming body. It also has holes for
understanding of the physical configura- the depth setting wire, the piston
tion and functional operation is re- alignment check, and the depth safety
quired to ensure safe handling and reli- sight when provided. The depth setting
ability in the use of the signal. wire, a U-shaped clip, passes through
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2. ARMING WIRE
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4.
5.
6.
7.
TAB
STABILIZER
PIN
SHROUD
EXPLOSIVE SECTION
8. PLUG
9. SEALING COMPOUND
10. SKIN
11. MAIN CHARGE
12. EXPLOSIVE CAVITY
13. CAVITY PAINT
14. BOOSTER
15. BOOSTER CAVITY
16. PRESSURE PAD 7
17. BOOSTER RETAINER WASHER
18. 0-RING SEAL (5)
19. LEAD-IN
20. ARMING WIRE GROOVE
21. ARMING PISTON (AND BORE)
22. SAFING SPRING
....
23. ARMING STOP WASHER
24. ARMING WIRE HOLE
25. DETONATOR
26. ALIGNMENT PIN (AND GUIDESLOT)
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28. FIRING PIN (AND BORE)
29. SEAR BALLS
30. FIRING PIN SUPPORT
31. FIRING SLEEVE
32. FIRING SPRING
33. FIRING SPRING FOLLOWER
34. FIRING SPRING CALIBRATION
WASHERS
35. DEPTH SLEEVE
36. FIRING PISTON GROUP
37. DEEP FIRING PISTON
38. SHALLOW FIRING PISTON
39. DEPTH WIRE
40. WATER ENTRY PORTS
41. NOSE PIECE
42. LEAD-IN SLEEVE
43. BOOSTER COVER
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n Fi-gure 2-23. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 61 MOD 0, Sectional View
2-75
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NAVAIR 11-1-107
MK 61 MOD 0
the nose piece sides and the circumfer-

ential groove of the shallow firing
piston. (See Section XXXIV.) The
shallow firing piston operates in the
The next section in the explosive train,
the lead-in, contains 0.218 g of TETRYL
in a metal cup, pressed in the longitu-
dinal axis of the arming body, with the
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bore of the depth sleeve and is sealed closed end toward the detonator. A
by an 0-ring. The deep firing piston steel sleeve surrounds the lead-in to
rides in the bore of the shallow firing focus the output on the booster (begin-
piston and is also sealed by an 0-ring. ning with the 1979 production). The
The deep firing piston is not restrained booster, 1.1 ounces (31.5 g) of pressed
by the depth wire. Both pistons bear TETRYL, is next in sequence. It is
against the inside of the nose piece on located in a watertight cavity in the
one end and the firing sleeve on the inner end of the explosive section and
other. is held in the cavity by the booster
retainer washer. The TETRYL extends
2-194. The firing sleeve is held forward, through the washer hole, in
against the pistons by the firing line with the lead-in. The other end of
spring, which butts against the firing the booster pellet is stabilized by a
pin at the other end. The sear balls pressure pad. The main charge, 1.8
ride in two holes in the firing pin pounds (0.82 kg) cast TNT, is the last
support. The firing pin is held locked element of the explosive train. It
by the two sear balls in its circumfer- fills most of he explosive cavity up to
ential groove. The firing sleeve holds the neck. The open end of the cavity is
the sear balls in this groove. The closed off with inert sealing compound
firing spring is terminated with a fol- and a plastic plug. The interior walls
lower that rides against the end of the of the explosive cavity are coated with
firing pin. The firing sleeve has an a bituminous compound cavity paint, to
internal matching circumferential re-
lease groove, held out of alignment from
the sear balls by the firing spring.
Calibration washers are placed between
eleminate the possibility of any explo-
sive becoming pinched in any cracks or
crevices. The various explosive ele-
ments have their explosed surfaces pro-
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the spring and the inner end of the tected as follows: the detonator has
firing sleeve to adjust the functioning metal end plates; and the lead-in and
depth, within a small range, at manu- booster tip are coated with a sealing
facture. compound; and, beginning in 1979, the
booster tip is sealed with metal foil.
2-195. Explosive Train. The detonator
is a three-increment initiator. The 2-196. Structure System. The three
first increment is the priming mixture main housings, the nose piece, the arm-
(0.063 g) on the end pierced by the ing body, and the explosive section, are
firing pin. The second, lead azide bolted together with four long bolts and
(0.100 g), is the sensitive high explo- threaded into the explosive section.
sive required to fire the last increment The explosive section and arming body
high-order. The third increment is interface is sealed by an 0-ring. The
TETRYL (0.093 g), a powerful explosive. arming body is secured to the nose piece
The increments are pressed in a small by two internal bolts. The elements are
metal tube secured in the arming piston. aligned by interlocking shoulders. The
The shape of the TETRYL output end was stabilizer is held on the end of the ex-
changed from convex to flat in 1981,
more effectively directing the output.
plosive section by swaging the explosive
section neck.
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n 2-197. Aero/Hydro Trajectory Systems.

The shroud and four fins provide stabi-
lization in the air and water. Each fin
this much force due to
the water pressure of
355 psi at 800 feet.
has a canted section that causes a high The combination of the
n spin rate. The shape of the flat nose

affords good water entry and trajectory
chracteristics. The center of gravity
is about one-third of the distance back
small area and the large
area piston exert this
much force due to the
water pressure of 27 psi
from the nose and gives stable tra- at 60 feet.
jectory without jamming horizontal the
launcher/ejector mechanisms. 2-199. As the SUS continues to sink,
the firing piston (the inner piston if
2-198. FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION. (See deep, or the inner and outer piston if
figure 2-24.) As the SUS is released shallow) also continues to move, under
from a horizontal launching mechanism or hydrostatic pressure, against the re-
horizontal suspension, it takes a slight sistance of the firing spring. As the
nose-down attitude. The drag plate is spring is compressed, the firing sleeve
held in place, until clear of the moves longitudinally until its internal
launcher, by the internal length limits. circumferential groove is opposite the
The drag plate is pulled out of the sear balls at the firing depth. The
shroud by air loading on entering the spring is now compressed on the end of
slip stream, and the arming wire is the firing pin. The resulting firing
pulled out of the arming piston along pin pressure on the retaining sear balls
with it. In manual operation, the arm- cams them out of the firing pin circum-
ing wire assembly (or cotter pin, if so ferential groove and into the firing
n equipped) is removed by hand. The SUS

normally stabilizes within 150 feet of
air travel. After water entry, the arm-
ing piston begins to move against its
sleeve groove, as it aligns at the fir-
ing depth. This unlocks the firing pin.
When unlocked, the firing pin is cata-
pulted under spring pressure, point
spring under increasing hydrostatic first, in.to the detonator. The explo-
pressure. On arriving at the arming sive train fires, then detonates with
depth where the pressure is between 8 progressive force>, as it propagates to
and 20 psi, the alignment pin moves each larger ele~ent (the three progres-
clear of the end of the firing sleeve, sive increments: the lead-in, the
towards the end of its guide slot, as booster, and the main charge). This
the arming piston head bottoms against produces a shock wave and pressure pulse
the step in its bore. This aligns the in the water; this is the acoustic sound
detonator with the firing pin and the source which sends the acoustic signal
explosive train and removes the physical through the water in all directions.
blockage in the train.
2-200. Safety Functions. The depth
NOTE pistons and firing sleeve mass are nor-
mally restrained by the firing spring;
The firing pin is re- this prevents firing pin release due to
leased when a total of inertia from a short drop on the tail.
15 to 16 pounds of force In the event that the drop on the tail
n have been exerted on the

firing spring. The
small-area piston exerts
is several feet, inertia is sufficient
to cause the firing pin to release.
However, the guide pin in the arming
c)
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(A) ARMED (B) FIRED-800FT

SETTING
0.218 GRAM TETRYL

LEAD-IN CUP u
ARMING PISTON
FIRING PIN
FIRING SLEEVE
(C) FIRED·60FT SETTING

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Figure 2-24. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 61 MOD 0, Functional View
2-78
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piston limits the firing sleeve movement the signal could become fully armed be-
short of sear ball release. Should ca- tween 18 and 800 feet and then detonate
tastrophic forces overcome the guide when struck in the tail by a submarine
pin, or if the guide pin fails for any or a torpedo. See paragraph 1-103.b.
n reason, the firing pin is released and

enters a hole in the arming piston that
is aligned with it. This locks the arm-
ing piston in the safe position perman-
ently. The safing spring normally main-
2-201. Malfunctions. (The following
are not safety problems.) Possible
malfunctions are described to enable
proper planning and corrective action,
tains the arming piston against the arm- and to prevent loss of data. The mal-
ing stop washer and maintains locking functions are avoidable in most cases.
hole alignment when the guide pin fails. In the past, specific lots, now with-
During handling or an aircraft accident, drawn, had firing train problems.
the arming piston normally is locked in
the safe position by the arming wire and a. Deep firing shallow due to tape.
drag plate assemblies or a safety cotter Tape was placed across the nose and
pin. In the absence of either of these depth setting wire to prevent wire loss
safety features, the following situa- during the water entry phase of the
tions could arise and lead to unintended signal. It was hoped that the tape
detonation of the SUS: would correct the repeated occurrences
of signals set deep but functioning
a. Impact could cause both the arm- shallow. The tape actually assisted the
ing piston to bottom against its spring, water to partially remove the depth
and the firing sleeve movement against wire, making this solution ineffective.
the firing pin to release by piston and Current corrective actions include re-
firing sleeve movement against the fir- moving the tape, if present, and replac-
n ing spring. There is little chance this

could happen because of the sequence and
the combination of direction, magnitude,
ing the depth wire with the newest type
(see Section XXXIV).
and duration of the forces that would be b. Deep firing shallow due to alti-
required. tude. With altitudes over 1500 feet,
the nose deflects inward at water entry,
b. Overpressure could occur, espe- catapulting the firing piston group in
cially when the SUS is set for shallow the functioning direction. The shallow-
operation. This could happen during: firing piston, set deep, jumps through
storage in a magazine where the vent the old-type of depth wire, causing the
valve was secured and a 100 psi sprink- deep set signal occasionally to function
ling system, fire main or air line car- shallow. With the old-type depth wire,
ried away; placement in any kind of a the water entry angle on waves catches
gas pressure launcher, such as a sono- the bail, partially withdrawing it and
buoy launcher-container, where launching thereby also allowing the shallow firing
is cartridge-activated or pneumatic piston to function. Current corrective
(either type may lose the gas seal, actions include replacing the depth wire
causing an overpressure); overpressure with newest type (see Section XXXIV) or
from a local explosion wherein the sig- using lower drop altitudes.
nal might not otherwise have detonated
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e.g., in multiple SUS drops where spac- c. Surface firing, delayed firing,
ing is less than 50 feet, one SUS will dud. With higher altitudes (over 1500
countermine the rest. feet), the nose deflects inward on water
entry and the parts that move during
c. In normal operation where the functioning (firing pistons, firing
intention is normal depth functioning, sleeve, and spring) are catapulted in
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NAVAIR 11-1-107
MK 61 MOD 0
the firing direction. This shock im- of the propagating explosive wave to the
pacts the firing pin through the spring.
These malfunctions can be eliminated by
using altitudes below 1500 feet.
booster. In each case, the firing train
failed to detonate the booster and main
charge. Improved testing now avoids
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these types of defects. All known lots
(1) Duds are caused by the sear
balls being jammed outward, into the
firing sleeve, by th8 firing pin caroming
action. This action leaves a peening
mark with raised edges, like a moon
have been removed from service use. For
any unknown remaining units, report de-
fects, the lot number(s) invo+ved, and
the percentage of occurrence. Be cer-
tain that recording of listening occured
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crater. This may happen several times during the correct time, and that a
as the spring and parts oscillate. The depth malfunction did not happen at a
disrupted internal surface of the sleeve different time. This way, the lot can
now presents new indentations into which be withdrawn from service and analyzed
the balls can extend as the firing for corrective action.
sleeve functions normally. If these in-
dentions are deep enough, the mechanism e. Low Output. If the free-
is jammed by the balls, and a dud re- flooding main charge has shrinkage voids
sults. or cracks filled with water, the detona-
tion wave, which propagates progressive-
(2) Delayed or deeper firing is ly to each particle, stops at the crack.
caused by the aforementioned indenta- The explosive on the other side of the
tions when they are minor. Hydrostatic void or crack does not detonate. The
pressure on the firing piston(s) forces probability of this happening, however,
the firing sleeve indentations by ex- is low due to improved loading methods
tending sear balls; delayed firing re- and inspection procedures. Report lot
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sults, due to the increased resistance numbers and percentages of occurrences
above 15 to 16 pounds to the hydrostatic for any units experiensing this mal-
pressure-driven firing pistons. function.
(3) Surface firing, while ex-

tremely rare, occurs when the signal 2-202. PREPARATION FOR USE. (See Fig-
enters the water at an angle and is ures B-4 and B-5 in the Appendix.)
axially turned to a position that would
cause the arming piston to arm. Iner- 2-203. UNPACKING. The SUS are shipped
tia, as the nose piece deflects, causes fully assembled and ready for use, set
the firing pistons to move the firing on DEEP, and the arming systems locked
sleeve to the firing position. by the arming wire assembly. Unpack
only as needed, in the following manner:
d. Duds. During past manufacture,
detonators of low quality have been NOTE
used. In several other instances, the
lead-ins were overpressed so that only The SUS remain safer in
the leads burned without detonation. their container due to
Lead-ins have also been sealed at the the added physical pro-
booster end by excessive thickness of tection and arming wire
sealant, thereby affecting the transfer retention.
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MK 61 MOD 0
a. Unlock and remove the retaining assembly, the depth setting wire, and
locks or wires from the container latch- assembly bolts are installed correctly
es. in accordance with the instruction
sheet.
b. Pull the latches up to unlock
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the cover. k. Remove and discard the tape over
nose and depth wire if present.
c. Remove the cover.
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1. For SUS manufactured prior to
1979, replace old-type depth wires with
LwARNING the new type. (See Section XXXIV.)
m. Check that the arming wire end,

Do not drop, dent, at the drag plate, is closed on itself
crush, roll, throw, to prevent disengagement. Look in the
burn, heat or disas- tail shroud from the nose end of the SUS
semble the SUS. Addi- or, while holding the drag plate in
tionally, do not smoke place, try to push the arming wire out
in the vicinity. through it. (See Section XXXIII.)
d. If the humidity indicator warns

of dampness, investigate the SUS for
corrosion of parts. The signal is un-
affected by corrosion, if the arming
WARNING I
wiTe and drag plate are free, and if the
arming piston end is not enlarged with A cotter pin shall be
corrosion. substituted for the
arming wire assembly
e. Review.the Instuctions and Safe- when the drag plate will
ty Precaution packing sheet. not be held in place by
the container, stowage,
f. Remove the top packing tray. or launcher/ejector.
This shall be accom-
g. Remove the SUS and packing trays plished prior to loading
as needed. small boats with unboxed
SUS or SUS in open box-
h. Remove the plastic bags from the es, and any other simi-
SUS, if provided, and discard. lar operations.
i. Retain all other packaging ma- NOTE

terial for use if the mission is abort-
ed. Close the box watertight with SUS with cotter pins in-
packaging material inside. stalled all will be duds
if launched from an air-
I CAUTION i craft dispense.r.
2-204. ARMING CONVERSION. For this

Do not use incomplete or signal's primary use from aircraft, the
n damaged SUS.
j. Inspect each SUS as it is re-

moved from the container. Pay particu-
arming wire assembly is not removed at
any time. (See figure 2-23.) Should
this signal, however, be used where the
arming wire assembly will not be re-
lar attention that the arming wire tained by physical bearers (dispenser
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NAVAIR ll-1-107
MK 61 MOD 0
sides, stowage bearers, or container and

packaging confinement) the arming wire
shall be removed and a safety cotter pin
substituted in its place. (See para-
b. For 60 feet - remove the depth
wire by pulling straight out on the bail
of the U section. Use a hook, pliers,
or a screwdriver, if difficult.
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graph 2-203.)
a. Pull the arming wire assembly

out through the tail and save for possi-
ble reuse. Dispose of all arming wire
2-206. OPERATIONAL USE.
a. Be sure that the water depth

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assemblies in excess of requirement. exceeds the functioning depth.
b. Insert the cotter pin through b. Make certain that the correct
the hole in the arming piston, in either depth is set.
direction, and split the end slightly
with screwdriver blade, enough to pre- c. Functioning is automatic from
vent falling out but not enough to make the aircraft when the arming wire as-
hand removal difficult.· An emergency sembly is used; however, if desired,
measure could be to tape the arming wire remove the cotter pin just prior to
assembly to the tail shroud. release of each signal from the air-
craft. Only the one being released
shall have the cotter pin removed.
2-205. DEPTH SETTING. Adjust for depth
as follows: d. In surface launching where the
arming wire assembly is used, remove the
I CAUTION I arming wire assembly from each SUS just

prior to release. Only the one being
Do not mix SUS of dif-

ferent depths.
released shall be without its arming
wire assembly.
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NOTE
Retain depth wires for During surface launch-

possible replacement, or ing, ensure that per-
retain new type for sub- sonnel will not fall
stitution in SUS dated into the water. SUS set
prior to 1979. Dispose shallow will cause death
of when no longer due to overpressure.
needed. (However, the booster
only in one MK 64 or one
a. For 800 feet - leave the depth MK 128 will not cause
wire in place. injury.)
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n WARNING I feet to the launcher.

Ship's clearance (in-
cluding antennas, rig-
ging, and life lines)
Launch the SUS clear of and clear impact area
sides and screw if at shall be observed.
the surface. If in the
air, ensure that surface
craft and other aircraft
are not under the launch
I CAUTION I
point and that the In surface launching, be
launching aircraft is sure that the hull
clear of land. Do not structure is compatible
drop the SUS when safe with the detonation
conditions cannot be depth and escape speed
verified visually. (see Appendix B in
Additionally, ensure OP3696).
that the SUS will nei-
ther impact a towed MAD 2-207. RETURN TO STORAGE.
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bird in air, nor deto-
nate in the vicinity of
a towed underwater array WARNING
from the surface.
n WARNING I Do not stow SUS on a

submarine.
a. The depth wire shall be replaced

prior to stowage in a ship's magazine or
Do not launch this SUS ready service locker. This prevents
from any type of pneu- firing at low pressure should an arming
matic launcher or wire or safety cotter pin come adrift.
cartridge-activated The SUS arms at 8 psi and, set on shal-
device (CAD) in air- low, fires at 22 psi. This pressure
craft. A loading error could easily develop in a closed com-
could destroy aircraft. partment with exhaust vent blocked, from
Only trained, qualified ruptured ship's service air (100 psi),
personnel are authorized fire main (100 psi), or sprinkler system
to launch SUS from ap- (100 psi). Deep setting requires 355
proved pneumatic surface psi to fire. The arming wire assembly
craft launchers; all or the safety cotter pin shall be in-
personnel not actually stalled prior to stowage in ship's mag-
loading these launchets azine or ready service lockers. In the
shall be behind a barri- event of overpressure in the stowage,
cade or adequate ship's caused by the fire or air mains, the
structure. No more than sprinkler system, or the sinking of the
one container of SUS (up ship, the firing pin cannot release un-
n to eight rounds) shall

be at the launcher site,
and this container shall
not be closer than four
til the safety cotter pin shears at 1150
feet (510 psi), or the arming wire as-
sembly at 2300 feet (1021 psi). It is
unlikely that firing pin/arming piston
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NAVAIR 11-1-107 I
MK 61 MOD 0
lockup will occur. As a result all e. Repack all SUS using material
adjacent high explosives detonate due to saved. Be sure there is no water in the
sympathetic initiation. Therefore,
segregate the SUS from other high explo-
sives to avoid injury to personnel in
container and that the packing trays are
dry. Use all packing material, even on
a partially filled container. Secure
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the water, or limit the quantity of high container and ensure watertightness.
explosives that could be initiated to Tag the container if partially full and
less than that which could cause injury. indicate the lot number on the container
With the arming wire assembly., shearing where it is differs from the lot marked
at 2300 feet, 46,000 pounds of high ex- on the SUS.
plosive detonating at that depth would
cause injury to personnel in the water
(see table 2-32). Or, with the safety
cotter pin, shearing at 1150 feet, 3,000 2-208. REPLACEMENT ITEMS.
pounds of high explosive would cause in-
jury (see table 2-33). 2-209. DISASSEMBLY. The following con-
stitutes authorized disassembly for the
b. Stow SUS in their shipping and SUS MK 61 MOD 0:
stowage containers, with the covers se-
cured, in all deep shipboard stowages. a. Depth setting
In addition to physical protection where
the covers do not leak, the SUS may be b. Substitution of the 'safety cot-
protected from sudden overpressures. In ter pin for arming wire assembly, or
the case of booster-only SUS MK 59-2, MK vice versa.
64, MK 92 and MK 128, the container will
not allow propagation to adjacent Class
C munitions. NOTE
c. Dry the SUS off if it is wet.
If it is covered with salt spray, wash
with fresh water first. If possible,
air-dry the SUS prior to its return to
See sections at end of
this chapter for re-
placement items:
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arming wire and drag
the container, to remove water from plate assembly, Section
crevices and the nose section. Do not XXXIII; depth wire,
use pressurized air or heat. Section XXXIV; safety
cotter pin and tag,
d. Tag all boxes of SUS with the Section XXXV.
cotter pins in place. If the SUS are
being returned to an ammunition issuing
activity, replace all cotter pins, with c. Replacement of a missing depth
the arming wire assemblies saved, in the setting, arming wire assembly, or cotter
standard configuration. pin.
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SECTION XVII
n SIGNAL, UNDERWATER SOUND MK 63 MOD 0
(OBSOLETE)

EXCEPT FOR THE SPECIFIC DIFFERENCES NOTED
2-210. DESCRIPTION.
WITHIN THE SHADED AREA. THE
LOCATION IS INDICATED. THE
2-211. This unit is the same as SUS MK SIZE IS 31NCHES X 151NCHES.
54, except the explosive section MK 7 MK63-0
n MOD 0 is used in place of the MK 3 MOD

0. The MK 7 MOD 0 has a 1.1 oz TETRYL
booster and an inert main charge. See
figure 2-25 for size, shape, and explo- Figure 2-25. Signal, Underwater Sound
sive location. MK 63 MOD 0
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DATA FOR THE MODEL IN THIS DATA DIFFERENCE-SHEET ARE
EXCEPT FOR THE SPECIFIC DIFFERENCE NOTED
2-212. INTRODUCTION. development efforts. Foreign navies use

it as a exercise charge for Explosive
2-213. USE. The primary use of the MK Echo Ranging (EER), in place of the full
64 MOD 0 (figure 2-26) is for signaling charge, SUS MK 61.
between an aircraft and a submerged sub-
marine during ASW exercises, in the ab-
sence of the SUS MK 84 and when explo- 2-214. GENERAL INFORMATION.
sive signals are not prohibited. It is
used as a reduced-output sound source in
ocean calibration, in support of ASW. 2-215. CHARACTERISTICS. The character-
It is also used in underwater range istics of this SUS are the same, except
calibration and various research and as noted in table 2-19.
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n LOGISTIC IDENTIFICATION
FSN 1361-00-065-7734
NALC SW09
Design DL 2302109
Main charge 1.1 oz (3.15 g) TETRYL
n Limitations MIL-S-23311
Primary purpose Signaling
First bubble period shallow 42 ± 4 msec
Deep 6.8 ± .6 msec
Sound pressure level 263dB//1 llPa

(broad band)
HAZARD CLASS
Storage compatibility B
QD 3
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CG III
DOT c
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MK 64 MOD 0
2-216. COMPONENT DESCRIPTION. (See

figure 2-23.) These components are the
same, except the booster of the MK 8 MOD
0 explosive section is the final explo-
tion. In the water, its
overpressure is lethal
at up to 18 feet and
causes injury at up to
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sive element in the firing train. The 27 feet. It damages
main charge cavity is filled with a mix- sensitive external
ture of plaster and vermiculite to the equipment on some
same weight as the MK 4 MOD 0 (TNT- submerged submarines,
filled) explosive section. and minor external dam-
age to fittings is pos-
WARNING I sible. One SUS does not

cause adjacent ones to
detonate sympathetically
if stowed in the stan-
darq shipping contain-
Do not misinterpret the ers, although fragments
term practice. The ex- will blow through the
plosive charge is sides.
lethal. If detonated in
the air, the explosion 2-217. In addition to the yellow band,
is similar to a hand indicating high explosive, a blue band
grenade with fire, is painted around the body to indicate
blast, and fragmenta- practice use.
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n SECTION XIX
n (NONSTOCK)
2-218. INTRODUCTION. 3 inches diameter and 15 inches long.
The arming, deployment, and firing mech-
anism is in the nose. The explosive
line is rolled up in the tail.
2-219. PURPOSE. This signal provides a
shallow depth pressure pulse in the
water with maximum power beamed horizon- 2-224. FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION. The
tally and minimum power vertically. It arming wire drag plate pulls the arming
wire out of the arming piston as the SUS
therefore provides a significant in-
clears the aircraft. Water pressure
crease in range and a decrease in sur-
aligns the firing train and operates a
face and bottom reflection over the same firing pin/ball release mechanism
weight explosive point charge. (similar to that used in the SUS MK 61)
that initiates a delay detonator and
releases the tail section. The tail
2-220. USE. The MK 78 MOD 0 is used to shell acts as a drogue, pulling a 1.7
replace the SUS MK 61 MOD 0 point charge pound (0.77 kg), 10-foot roll of plastic
for use in the Explosive Echo Ranging explosive out into a vertical line as
(EER) JULIE tactic. the signal sinks. The delay burns for
n 2-221. STATUS. The unit's acceptance

for service use testing was completed at
three seconds and detonates at approx-
imately 80 feet. The plastic ribbon is
detonated directly, without a booster,
through a flexible transmission line.
the time that the JULIE tactic was being The detonation propagates up the line.
phased out. This signal was not placed In this way, the acoustic pressure pulse
in production but is included here for is spreading in the water at the bottom,
reference as the ultimate or state-of- while the explosive is still detonating
the-art explosive SUS. It had a up the line. Since detonation is cont-
relatively higher cost, offset by its inuous, the sound leaves in a slight up-
increased effectiveness. angle from the horizontal, depending on
the detonation rate of the explosive.
This is identical to a sonar transducer
beam forming with a large number ~f ele-
2-222. DESCRIPTION. ments in a stave. A short pressure
pulse is felt in the axis of the beam
because of the small cross-section of
2-223. GENERAL. (See figure 2-27.) the ribbon. Pressure is focused within
This type of SUS is generally known as a a horizontal beam as wi~e as the line
line charge and, in this case it is more length. Directly above and below the
specficaly called a bottom-fired line line, the pulse is of long duration due
n charge. It functions similarly to other

SUS, with an additional function of de-
ployment of the explosive charge. It is
to the total length and of relatively
low pressure magnitude spent over a long
time period.
n 2-89
NAVAIR 11-1-107
MK 78 MOD 0
U,
u
EXPLOSIVE
LINE
CHARGE
11
15
lOFT
u
ASSEMBLED
EXPLOSIVE
TRANSMISSION
LINE
DEPLOYED
u
2-90
Figure 2-27. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 78 MOD 0, Deployed u
NAVAIR 11-1-107
MK 78 MOD 0
n :NOTE CR No. 20 SUS MK 92 MOD 0

Determination of
The firing system locks Explosive Charge
n
up the arming system in (U), April 1969,
the safe position if the NUWRES Newport
arming wire is left in
for both MODS 0 and 1. TM No. 316 Acoustic Prop-
erties of Explo-
sive End-Fired
NOTE Line Charges and
Ripple Charges
See the MK 78 MOD 1 for (U), March 1964,
deep depth and the MK 92 NUOS Newport
MOD 0 for dual-depth,
low-cost practice line TM No. 317 SUS MK 78 MOD 0
charges. The DSUS MK 97 Spectral Analysis
MOD 0 is the dummy for and Directivity
the MK 78 series and the Patterns (U),
TAU-192/8 for the MK 92 April 1964, NUOS
series. Neither are in- Newport
cluded in this manual as
they were not produced. TM No. 345 Directivity Pat-
The DSUS MK 97 MOD 0 was terns of Line
intended to have the Charges of Vari-
weight and center of ous Lengths and
n gravity of the heavier

MK 78 MOD 1. Technical
data, including direct-
ivity and source level,
Fixed Weight (U),
May 1965, NUOS
Newport
may be found in the fol- NOLTR 65-182 Line Charge

lowing engineering test Directivity (U),
reports (distribution is 5 Nov 1965, NOL
limited): White Oak
n
n
2-91
NAVAIR 11-1-107
SECTION XX
u
(NONSTOCK)
u
2-225. INTRODUCTION. tor, drives the release mechanism hyd-

raulically (instead of mechanically), to
2-226. PURPOSE. A deep depth acoustic release the explosive section for de-
p~essu~e pulse is provided. ployment. The MOD 1 also weighs 1.6
pounds more and has its center of grav-
2-227. DESCRIPTION. ity 0.40 inches closer to the nose than
the MOD 0, due to the different firing
2-228. FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION. This mechanism.
unit functions in the same way the MK 78
MOD 0 does, except deep functioning oc-
curs at 1500 feet. The functioning
mechanisms are the same except for the
firing group. In place of the piston
ball release system used in the shallow
NOTE
The SUS MK 83 MOD 0, a

u
60 and 1500-foot signal,
MOD 0, a shear disc and firing piston was produced for the
system, common to the deep depth SUS MK purpose of evaluating
59 series, is used. When the shear disc the SUS MK 87 MOD 1 line
fails, the flooding water, in addition charge against a point
to driving the firing piston and its charge, at the same
firing pin to initiate the delay detona- depth.
u
u
2-92
NAVAIR 11-1-107
n SECTION XXI
2-229. INTRODUCTION. 2-233. CHARACTERISTICS. Differences

are specified in table 2-20.
2-230. PURPOSE. This unit provides an 2-234. DETAILED DESCRIPTION.

omnidirectional underwater explosive
sound source at either the 60 or 300-
foot depth from aircraft or from the 2-235. This SUS is identical in all
surface. respects except in the firing piston
group. (See figure 2-28.) The deep
firing piston is grooved for an 0-ring
2-231. USE. The use of this signal is and the shallow firing piston has a
limited to ocean calibration in support smooth bore for it to in which the
of ASW.
n 2-232. GENERAL INFORMATION.

0-ring rides. The deep firing piston is
larger in diameter, to fire at 300 feet.
Either 60 feet or 300 feet is set for
depth.
n
n 2-93
NAVAIR 11-1-107
MK 82 MOD 0
u
NSN
NALC
1361-00-167-8202
SW30
u
Design DL 69549 3
Arming and firing MK 39 MOD 0

Mechanism
Limitations MIL-S-85064(AS)
Firing depth 60 ft ± 10 ft
300 ft ± 30 ft
Firing Time
Shallow 4 ± 2 sec
u
Deep 17 ± 3 sec
First bubble period
Shallow 121 ± 13 msec

Deep 42 ± 4.0 msec
Sound pressure level 274 dB//1 J.!Pa

(broad band)
u
2-94
"-~-
u
NAVAIR 11-1-107
MK 82 MOD 0
n
n
DEEP FIRING
PISTON ONLY
DEPTH WIRE
PRE-LAUNCH FIRED-300FT SETTING

CONDITION
n
FIRING SLEEVE
WATER ENTRY PORTS

SHALLOW FIRING
PISTON
0-RING DEEP FIRING

PISTON
FIRED-60FT SETTING
n
n Figure 2-28. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 82 MOD 0, Sectional View
of Firing Piston Group
2-95
NAVAIR 11-1-107
SECTION XXII u
(OBSOLESCE NT) u

2-241. CHARACTERISTICS. Differences
are specified in table 2-2.1.
2-237. PURPOSE. This signal provides
an omnidirectional underwater explosive 2-242. DETAILED DESCRIPTION.
sound source at 300-foot depth from air-
craft or from the surface. 2-243. This SUS is idential in all re-
spects except in the firing piston group
2-238. USE. The MK 82 MOD 1 is used

only in ocean calibration.
and depth sleeve. (See figure 2-29.)
The firing piston is grooved for an
0-ring. The depth sleeve is bored for
the firing piston and extends longitud-
inally to the nose. Depth wire is not
u
used although holes may be present for
2-239. STATUS. This unit is not in it, nor is the inspection hole (neither
production. It was a one-time require- are functional). Note the similarity to
ment - the conversion of the remaining the single depth obsolescent SUS MK 57
SUS MK 57, by enlarging the firing pis- MOD 0. The firing piston is larger in
ton bore and substituting the SUS MK 82 diameter, to fire at 300 feet. Depth
MOD 0 300-foot firing piston. setting is not made.
u
2-96
u
--------~~------------------~~~------------------------ v
NAVAIR 11-1-107
MK 82 MOD 1
n
n LOGISTIC
IDENTIFICATION
NSN 1361-00-376-5612
NALC SW37
Design DL 2117034

Mechanism
n Limitations
Firing depth
MIL-S-85064(AS)
300 ft ± 30 ft
Firing time 17 ± 3 sec
First bubble period 42 ± 4.0 msec
Sound pressure level 274 dB//1 JlPa

(broad band)
n
n
2-97
NAVAIR 11-1-107
MK 82 MOD 1
u
u
DEPTH SLEEVE
(MODIFIED SINGLE
DEPTH SUS MK57
DEPTH SLEEVE)
FIRING PISTON
(SAME AS SUS
MK82 MODO)
u
Figure 2-29. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 82 MOD 1 Sectional View
of the Firing Piston Group
u
2-98
NAVAIR 11-1-107
SECTION XXIII
n (OBSOLESCENT)

2-244. INTRODUCTION. 2-250. COMPONENT DESCRIPTION. There

are two differences between the SUS MK
61 MOD 0 and the MK 83 MOD 0; one is in
2-245. PURPOSE. This signal provides the firing piston group and the other is
an underwater acoustic sound source at in the explosive train. (See figure
60 and 1500-foot depths from an aircraft 2-30.) On the MK 83 MOD 0, the deep
or from the surface. firing piston is sealed with an 0-ring
that is secured against a shoulder, in
the shallow firing piston axial bore, by
2-246. USE. It was used as a reference the piston and seal sleeve. This is
n point charge in the development of the

SUS MK 78 and MOD 1. It has had limited
use in ocean calibration in support of
ASW and research.
identical to the arrangement used in the
SUS MK 57 MOD 0 for sealing. (See fig-
ure 2-10.) As indicated in table 2-22,
the booster is CH-6, which has a hotter
output to initiate the CYCLOTOL main
charge. The CYCOTOL performs at the
2-247. STATUS. This unit is obsoles- greater firing depth more reliably than
cent and not in production. It is safe the SUS MK 61 MOD 0 TNT main charge.
to use. There is no on-going require- The CYCLOTOL does not have the skrinkage
ment for its use; the SUS MK 83 MOD 0 cracks and voids, normal to TNT, that
has been replaced by SUS MK 94 MOD 0 or can be penetrated by the higher water
SUS MK 59 MOD 3, assembled with 1500- pressure at great depths to stop the
foot shear disc or firing mechanism, re- explosive propagation of the charge be-
spectively. yond the water barrier. Note that the
same MK 4 MOD 2 explosive section is
used on the deep MK 59 MOD 3, and was
2-248. GENERAL INFORMATION. the basis for its development to replace
the higher-cost MK 59 MODS 0 and Oa.
2-249. CHARACTERISTICS. Differences Subsequently, it was used in the SUS 94
are noted in table 2-22. MOD 0.
n
n 2-99
"
NAVAIR 11-1-107
MK 83 MOD 0
u
NSN
NALC
1361-00-406-1989
SW33
u

mechanism
'·
'
Explosive type 1.8 lb' ('0.82 kg) CYCLOTOL

·'
Booster type 1.1 oz (31.5 g) CH-6
Firing depth
Shallow 60 ft nominal ± 10 ft
u
Deep 1500 ft nominal ± 150 ft
Firing Time
Shallow 4 sec ± 1 sec
Deep 89 sec ± 9 sec
Bubble pulse
Shallow 184 + 30 - 22 msec

Deep 11.6 + 1.3 - 0.8 msec
u
2-100
u
•
NAVAIR 11-1-107
MK 83 MOD 0
n
n
0-RING
PISTON AND
SEAL SLEEVE
n DEEP
--rf:/A~~~u--1 -- FIRING
PISTON
DEPTH
WIRE SHALLOW
FIRING
PISTON
n Figure 2-30. Signal Underwater Sound MK 83 MOD 0, Sectional
n View of Firing Piston Group
2-101
·'
NAVAIR 11-1-107
SECTION XXIV u
(SA~DERS)
(OBSOLESCE NT)
u
2-257. CHARACTERISTICS. The primary

2-252. PURPOSE. This signal produces a physical and operational characteristics
selectable underwater electro-acoustic of SUS MK 84 MOD 0 are listed in table
code recognizable from close to medium 2-23.
ranges by submarine passive sonars and
underwater telephone. 2-258. COMPONENT DESCRIPTION. SUS MK
84 MOD 0 (figure 2-31) is a sea-water-
2-253. USE. The MK 84 MOD 0 is used, activated sound projector. It consists
for one-way communication to a submerged of a sea water battery section, trans-
submarine during ASW exercises. It ducer section, electronics section, and
is also used as an attack signal, to stabilizer. The SUS has the same con-
represent dropping an ASW kill store. tours and general appeareance as all D
When used as an attack signal, the mis-
distance can be determined for the sub-
marine for exercise scoring. Its other
capabilities include acoustic reference
size (3 inches by 15 inches) search
stores. Its tail section is blue to
indicate practice use. Located in the
signal nose is a rotary, four-position
code slection switch, slotted on its
u
and swimmer direction.
external face. A coin or screwdriver
may be used in the slot to rotate the
2-254. STATUS. The MOD 0 versions are switch until the index arrow and slot
obsolescent. All units stored in dry, line up with one of the four code
sealed containers, regardless of age, numbers.
should function satisfactorily. This is
contingent on keeping them dry and only
exposing out of a sealed container those 2-259. DETAILED DESCRIPTION.
actually required for a mission. (See
Sections XXVI and XXVII.) The associat-
2-260. The following paragraphs provide
ed plastic storage bags provide only
limited protection. a physical description of the sections
and assemblies of SUS MK 84 MOD 0 and a
functional description of signal opera-
2-255. LIMITATIONS. The MOD 0 is lim- tion. Although no maintenance is per-
ited to a drop altitude not to exceed formed and signals are handled as an
2000 feet. Malfunction occurs above assembled piece, knowledge of the phy-
this altitude. (See Sections XXVI and
XXVII.)
sical configuration and functional oper-
ation is required to understand the
u
u
2-102
NAVAIR 11-1-107
MK 84 MOD 0
n
n
n Figure 2-31. Signal Underwater MK 84 MOD 0 (Sanders)
limitations, storage, and ready service tinuous outflow of sea water from the
care necessary in ensuring safe handling battery. The battery is stabilized by
and reliability in the use of this sig- cushioning that impedes the flow of
nal. Reliability is essential for oper- moisture-ladened air from prematurely
ational safety in blind communication activating it while out of its protec-
devices. tive container.
2-261. PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION. The fol-

lowing paragraphs provide a physical 2-263. Transducer and Electronic Sec-
description of the sea water battery, tions. These sections are watertight
transducer, electronic sections, and the and located in the center section of the
stabilizer. (See figure 2-32.) signal. They consist of a ceramic ring
transducer and a transistorized, printed
2-262. Sea Water Battery Section. The circuit board (code selector, oscil-
sea water battery section is located in lator/amplifier/driver/ sterilizer).
the tail end of the signal. It is self- The transducer is shock-mounted, and the
contained, factory-installed, and salt printed circuit board is encapsulated in
n water-activated. Sea water enters the

signal through inlet ports around the
body of the signal and acts as the bat-
tery electrolyte. A sea water outlet
port in the tail section provides a con-
wax to mitigate the effects of handling
and water entry shock. A rubber boot
covers the transducer on the outside
of the signal to insulate it electri-
cally and against minor impacts.
n
2-103
NAVAIR 11--1-107
MK 84 MOD 0
Table 2-23. SUS MK 84 MOD 0 (Sanders) Characteristics u

LOGISTIC
NSN
IDENTIFICATION
1360-00-052-1480
u
NALC SW06
Contract number N00019-67-C-0322
Manufacturer's number 94117
Size 3 in. dia x 15 in. long
Hazard Inert (or none)
Limitations
CHARACTERISTICS
MIL-S-81340 (WP) and 2000 ft max drop

u
Number of codes Four
Use and code meaning FXP-1
Purpose Air-to-underwater communication and

weapon simulation
Launching Air/surface
Fundamental 3rd Harmonic
Frequency (dual)
Lower Greater than 2.95 kHz. Greater than 8.85 kHz.
Upper No more than 3.55 kHz, No more than 10.65 kHz

and is at least 3%
greater than lower
frequency
and at least 3% greater
than lower frequency
u
2-104
u
NAVAIR 11-1-107
MK 84 MOD 0
n Table 2-23. SUS MK 84 MOD 0 (Sanders) Characteristics (Cont)
n FUNCTIONING PARAMETERS CHARACTERISTICS
Fundamental 3rd Harmonic
Pulse lengths 0.5 sec and 1.5 sec
Sound pressure Fundamental frequency 160 dB//1 pPa minimum

level (SPL)
Third harmonic 150 dB//1 pPa minimum
Activation time 3 sec maximum

(normally less than 2 sec)
Operating life 45 sec to 2 min.
Sink/rate (terminal 15.1 ft/sec

velocity)
Sonars/receivers Most submarine sonars; underwater telephone

AN/UQC high band; and sonobuoys, series
n AN/SSQ-23, AN/SSQ-41, and AN/SSQ-57.
2-264. Nose Section. The nose section angled trajectory to vertical descent at
contains a four-position sealed rotary underwater terminal velocity, it sinks
switch with stops at the No. 1 and No. 4 without spiraling. As the signal sinks,
positions. The switch is used to sel- water flows through the tail section,
ect one of the four code signals. from the inlet ports, and out the tail
port activating the sea water battery.
The battery output, in turn, activates
2-265. Stabilizer. The stabilzier is
the electronics package that produces
attached to the tail section; it has a
the pre-selected coded electrical sig-
shroud ring and four canted fins.
nals. This signal is amplified and
drives the ceramic transducer, which
2-266. FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION. On air- converts the coded electrical signal to
craft separation, the signal begins to a coded acoustic sound pressure signal
rotate because of the canted fins. (See in the surrounding water. This acoustic
figure 2-32.) This stabilizes the sig- signal propagates omnidirectionally
nal within 150 feet of flight. The through the water and is received by the
n signal enters the water nose first and

decelerates to its terminal velocity.
The signal follows a stable underwater
trajectory. After it noses over from
passive submarine sonar, underwater
telephone, or sonobuoys in the water,
and can be heard by swimmers. The
acoustic signal output is continuous and
n
2-105
NAVAIR 11-1-107
MK 84 MOD 0
SHROUD}
STABILIZER
u
u
FIN
POROUS
CUSHIONING
MATERIAL
TAIL
SECTION
SEA WATER
INLET--I~
PORTS
NOSE
u
SECTION
CODE SWITCH
Figure 2-32.
2-106
Signal, Underwater Sound MK 84 MOD 0 (Sanders), Sectional View
u
NAVAIR 11-1-107
MK 84 MOD 0
n shifts between two tones. The four

codes are derived from the time period
(or pulse) of each of the two tones.
I CAUTION I
(See figure 2-33.) This produces a dis- Unpack only the number
tinctive two-tone warble. The pulses required when ready to
n are 0.5 and 1.5 seconds in duration.

The tones are between 2.95 kHz and 3.55
kHz on the fundamental frequency and
between 8.3 kHz and 11.1 kHz on the
use or load into air-
craft. Ready service
signals should remain is
sealed containers.
third harmonic frequency; the differ-
ence between the tones is at least three a. Remove the safety retaining pin
percent of the frequency. The coded and unhook the latches on the shipping
acoustic output starts within three container by pulling up on each one.
seconds after water entry, which allows
one or two code cycles above the thermal b. Remove the cover from shipping
layer to be heard, depending on where container.
the layer occurs (the time of day, time
of year, and location are factors to be
considered indetermining where the
thermal layer occurs). (See figure
I CAUTION I
1-7.) Within a limited range, the sig- The transducer section
nal output will decrease about 10 dB to of the sound signal is
a submarine above the layer, when the fragile, and care must
signal passes below the layer. At that be taken to prevent it
time, it will be detectable, without from striking any object
layer attenuation, to a submarine below during handling or load-
n the layer. Altitude and speed affect

the initial depth obtained by the signal
at activation. A low altitude and a low
speed provide the maximum number of
ing. The fragile sec-
tion is clearly marked
TRANSDUCER. Handle the
signal carefully to en-
cycles of acoustic code above the layer. sure reliability, as
The signal stops transmitting between 45 operational safety is
and 120 seconds by the time it is nearly involved in its use.
to the 1900 foot depth. In shallow
water, it can bury itself in the bottom, c.. Carefully remove sound signals
masking the output. from shipping container.
NOTE
2-267. PREPARATION FOR USE. Return the shipping

container trays to the
container for restowage
2-268. Underwater Sound Signal MK 84 of the signals not ex-
MOD 0 is shipped fully assembled, in a pended, close the con-
ready-to-use condition. To unpack, tainer, and ensure
proceed as follows: watertightness.
n
n 2-107
NAVAIR 11-1-107
MK 84 MOD 0
CODE NO. I
I~--~'
~ .5 SEC•!~ .5 SEC~
~I----~
u
CODE NQ2
CODE N0.3
.5 SEC
u
.5 SEC
u u Lf u
,· 5 SEC .5 SEC
CODE NQ4
'~--~n~--~n~--~n~----
~ SE;I
.5
NOTE:
THE CODE ILLUSTRATIONS ABOVE INDICATES
HIGH AND LOW FREQUENCY SHIFTS; THE
AMPLITUDE (OR SIGNAL LEVEL) REMAINS
THE SAME.
Figure 2-33. Signal, Underwater Sound Mk 84 MOD 0, Coded Signal
d. At the first opening, check the

humidity indicator packed with each sig- WARNING I
nal; if it shows a humid condition do
not use that sound signal. Return it to
an ammunition issuing activity for re-
work. In operational activity after
(This warning applies
only to contract N00019-
u
first opening, if the indicator shows a 67-C-0322, Sanders.)
humid condition, be sure that the con- The code switch does not
tainer is tagged for first use. When audibly click into posi-
the SUS comes from storage, its history tion in a manner that
may be unknown. This history can in- can be felt and heard as
clude extensive explosure to high hum- well as seen. Care
idity. Since the judgement concerning must, therefore, be
the amount of degradation is difficult, taken to ensure that
it is wise to prevent prolonged expo- sufficient lighting is
sure. available to enable vis-
ual selection to pe made
e. Retain the signal in its plastic correctly. Signals set
with the arrow on the
bag until it is required for use or for
loading into a dispenser or sonobuoy code switch not properly
launcher-container. At that point, dis- aligned with a number
card the bag, indicator and desiccant. produce a code 1 output.
Align arrow-to-number,
f. Remove the bag, being careful

not to cut the transducer cover. See
the container instruction sheet in the
appendix, figure B-6.
not arrow-to-prong on
the retaining ring. The
wrong code may create an
operational safety haz-
ard. (See figure 2-34.)
u
2-108
u
NAVAIR 11-1-107
MK 84 MOD 0
g. Set the code switch to the de- during periods of high humidity, absorbs
n sired code setting by using a coin or

screwdriver to turn the code switch, so
that the arrow and slot are pointing
moisture from the air, producing a short
across the battery. Over a period of
time the battery will be expended.
directly at the desired code number.
n
~
c. Protect the transducer from im-

NOTE .. pact or from resting on a raised surface
(knife edge, rivet, angle iron, etc.).
The meaning of the four Its ceramic is fragile; one crack and
codes is found in FXP-1. the signal fails or is unintelligable.
NOTE d. Protect the rubber boot covering
the transducer from being cut by tools
Cracks observed near the or by unprotected storage on a rough
forward end of the tail surface. Damage to the boot can cause
section, leading to the signal failure due to electrical shorts
securing holes, will not from the ceramic to the battery.
cause the signal to mal-
function. e. Do not dissassembly.
h. Verify all of the following:
f. Do not drop on a surfaced sub-
that the switch index is pointing di- marine. The SUS will pose missile
rectly to the number on the nose of the hazards to the submarine.
signal, that the four holes in the side
of the tail section and the one in the g. Repack unused signals only in
end of the tail are not plugged or taped dry containers fitted with dry styrofoam
over, and that the rubber boot covering
n the transducer is not cut.
2-269. PRECAUTIONS. (See Appendix,

trays. Seal the lid, with or without
the separators. Tag all previously ex-
posed signals for first use.
figure B-6.)
NOTE
a. Protect the signal from getting
wet. Both spray and rain expends part See Sonobuoy Instruction
or all of battery life if the battery Manual NAVAIR 28-SSQ-
gets wet. 500-1 for a color mark-
ing system for exposure
b. Protect the signal from dust and control. (Sonobuoys
high humidity; keep it sealed. Dust have the same battery
gets between the battery plates, and problem.)
n
n 2-109
NAVAIR 11-1-107
MK 84 MOD 0
Do not set code to align

with prongs of spring
u
t
Do not set
between
numbers
Set on
numbers
u
Switch
Retainer
Ring
T
WRONG RIGHT u
Figure 2-34. Code Setting Precautions, SUS MK 84 MOD 0 (Sanders)
2-110
u
NAVAIR 11-1-107
•
n SECTION XXV
(PHAOSTRON)
(OBSOLESCENT)

THE SAME AS FOR SIGNAL, UNDERWATER SOUND MK 84 MOD 0
(SANDERS), EXCEPT FOR THE SPECIFIC DIFFERENCES NOTED
2-270. GENERAL INFORMATION. 2-273. ..:.P.::RE=P::..:A:.::RA:=.:.:T:.=I~O.::.N....:F::..:O::..:R::......:U:..::S=.E •, 1f
2-274. The preparations for using the

2-271. CHARACTERISTICS. Characteristic MK 84 MOD 0 (Phaostron) (figure 2-35)
differences are noted in table 2-24. same, except the code selector switch is
easier to set correctly and may be set
in the dark. To set in the dark, turn
n 2-272. COMPONENT DESCRIPTION. (See

figure 2-32.) The components in this
unit are the same, except for manufac-
the switch counterclockwise until it
stops. This will be code one. Rotate
clockwise by feeling clicks, to obtain
codes two and three. The switch stops
turer, minor appearance and code sel- on code four. Illustrated Instructions
ector switch differences. The internal and Precaution sheets packaged with the
electronic component.s are not encapsu- Phaostron Model are Illustrated in fig-
lated in wax. ues B-7 through B-10 in the Appendix.
n
n 2-111
NAVAIR 11-1-107
MK 84 MOD 0 •
u
u
~-
N00019-67-C-0676
PHAOSTRON
lOT NO
WT. 6.25 LBS.
u
2-112
Figure 2-35. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 84 MOD 0 (Phaostron) u
\
NAVAIR 11-1-107
MK 84 MOD 0
n Table 2-24. SUS MK 84 MOD 0 (Phaostron) Characteristics
n
..
Contract Number ~ N00019-67-:-C-0676

..
Manufacturer's Number 77221
'·
w
. , '
Sink rate (terminal velocity) 14.9 ft per sec.
n
n 2-113
NAVAIR 11-1-107 I
(
I
SECTION XXVI u
SIGNAL,UNDERWATER SOUND MK 84 MOD 1
(MRI)
DATA FOR THE MODEL IN THS DATA DIFFERENCE SHEET ARE
(SANDERS) EXCEPT FOR THE SPECIFIC DIFFERENCES NOTED.
2-275. INTRODUCTION. the individual hermetically-sealed con-

tainers or cans. MOD 1 signals remain-
2-276. STATUS. The MOD 1 versions, ing after 10 years should be placed in
manufactured by Marine Resources Incor- material category C for first use.
porated (MRI), are currently in service.
2-277. LIMITATIONS. The MRI MK 84 MOD 1 I CAUTION I

(figure 2-36) functions when launched
from 100 to 2000-foot altitude. All
MRI-produced SUS, except lot MRN 80J001-
001 of contract N00104-78-C-A078, are
Protect the tranducer,
in the mid-section under
the black rubber boot,
u
condition code B because of delayed cod- from all impacts.
ing. These SUS are for use below the
thermal layer only. Many, but not all,
of these SUS have the use limitations 2-278. GBNERAL INFORMATION.
marked on the exterior. Only lot MRN
80J001-001 can be used without restric- 2-279. CHARACTERISTICS. The primary
tion. The MOD 1 has a one-year service characteristics are the same as the MOD
life outside of its individual container 0 (Sanders) except as noted in table
and a minimum of 10 years shelf life in 2-25.
u
2-114
u
\
\ NAVAIR 11-1-107
MK 84 MOD 1
\
I
Table 2-25. SUS MK 84 MOD 1 (MRI) Characteristics
n LOGISTIC IDENTIFICATION/INFORMATION
n NSN
NALC
1360-01-037-0588
SW39
Contracts N00104-76-C-B066
N00104-78-C-A078
Depot refurbishment Beginning with Lot 10-MRI-04-80

capability built in in contract N00104-76-C-B066
(battery replacement
only)
Depot functional test; All codes and transducer

restrict to use in
warm water after testing
Non-reversible humidity Beginning N00104-78-C-A078

indicator phased in
n PHYSICAL PARAMETERS CHARACTERISTICS
FUNCTIONING CHARACTERISTICS
Limitations MIL-S-81340A(AS)
N00104-76-C-B066 and
Amendment 1 added for
N00104-78-C-A078
Number of codes Five (one additional) for

miss-distance calculations.
Frequency same as MOD 0 Upper tone is fixed between

(Sanders) except: 3.45 and 3.55 kHz on funda-
mental, and 10.35 and 10.65 kHz
on 3rd harmonic~
Sink rate 14.9 ft/sec.

(terminal velocity)
n 2-115
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NAVAIR 11-1-107 {
MK 84 MOD 1 J
J
j
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Figure 2-36. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 84 MOD 1 (MRI)
2-116
....
\
\ NAVAIR 11-1-107
\ MK 84 MOD 1
\ I
WATER ENTRY (AFTER TAIL PLUG IS
n HUMIDITY
INDICATOR
(BLUE)
PUSHED IN BY HYDROSTATIC
PRESSURE)
SEAWATER
n PORT
STABILIZER
CANTED FINS BATTERY

SECTION
DESICCANT ----1+--f-
CUSHIONING ---.LL-
n ELECTRONIC
AND
TRANSDUCER
SECTION
NOSE
SECTION
n
n Figure 2-37. Signal, Under-water Sound MK 84 MOD 1 (MRI), Sectional Viet.T
2·-117
NAVAIR 11-1-107
MK 84 MOD 1 I
I
2-280. COMPONENT DESCRIPTION. The battery for the battery's protection, to
components in this SUS are identical, absorb moisture migrating through the
except that the code selection switch
has five positions.
plastic and the seal. (See figure
2-37.) u
2-281. DETAILED DESCRIPTION. 2-283. FUNCTION DESCRIPTION. Differ-
2-282. PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION. (See fig-

ure 2-36.) The tail section is sealed
to exclude humid air and dust for pro-
tection of the salt water battery.
ences from the MOD 0 (Sanders) include
setting, battery activation, and deter-
mining the condition of the signal to
function.
u
There are no holes in the side. All 2-284. SETTING. The code can be set in
water entry is through the end of the the dark by rotating the switch counter-
tail, inside the fins. The hole is clockwise to the stop. This is code
sealed with a plug held by friction. one. By turning the switch clockwise,
The seal is obtained by two lubricated, each position is detented and may be
brake cylinder-type seals. A humidity felt for codes two through four, and in
indicator shows through a window in the the stop at code five. The setting
end of the plug. A reversible indicator should be verified visually, as some
~as used in contract N00104-76-C-B066, codes are operationally safety-related,
and a non-reversible indicator in con- and a mistake could loose ships and per-
tract N00104-78-C-A078. (See paragraph sonnel. Code 5 is steady tone (upper
3-20, Humidity Indicator.) A bag of frequency on fundamental and third har-
desiccant is located adjacent to the monic). (See figure 2-38.)
CODE 1
F2
F1
1.5
1.5
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1.5
F2
CODE 2
F1
.5
F2
CODE 3
F1
.5
F2
CODE 4 1.5
F1
CODE 5 F2
STEADY TONE
TIME
u
Figure 2-38. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 84 MOD 1 (MRI), Coded Signal u
2-118
NAVAIR 11-1-107
MK 84 MOD 1
2-285. ACTIVATION. As the signal sinks 2-287. MAINTENANCE. MK 84 MOD 1 sig-

in the water, water pressure overcomes nals built by MRI can be tested and re-
n the friction on the tail plug, pushing

it in. Water rushes in to activate the
battery.
furbished at depot level (WPNSTA York-
town is qualified). The signal can be
tested for transducer operation, on all
codes, thereby eliminating damaged
n 2-286. CONDITION DETERMINATION. On

checking the tail plug when first re-
moved from the hermetically-sealed unit
container, it should indicate a blue
transducers. There is a removable,
watertight plug on the side of the nose
that provides access to power contacts
for the transducer test. The battery
dot. If this dot is pink instead of can be replaced on signals returned
blue at first opening, check the lot because of exposure, subsequent to Lot
number. If it is Lot 10-MRI-04-80 or 09-MRI-03-80. The tail section is re-
later, return the unit to an ammunition movable by depot acivities.
issuing activity tagged EXPOSED. If it
is prior to Lot 10-MRI-04-80, scrap
locally. (See figures B-11, B-12, B-13 [ CAUTION I
and B-14, in the Appendix.) If it is
blue on first opening and later turns Disassembly is not auth-
pink, such as occurs in ready service or orized except at quali-
in aircraft stowage, schedule it for fied depot levels. A
first use. It is in material condition fuse across the battery
c. If the code C material not used leads was incorporated
within six months, tag EXPOSED and turn in Lot 08-MRI-01-80 to
in to an ammunition issuing activity or improve cold water acti-
scrap, depending on the lot, as above. vation time. Testing
In later contracts (see table 2-25), the will blow the fuse and
n indictor is the permanent type, in that

subsequent drying cannot change it
falsely from a reject indiction back to
an accept indication. The non-revers-
restrict the unit to
warm and temperate con-
ditons. Mark accord-
ingly or replace.
ible indicator appears as a dot of fine
salt crystals in a plastic window. When 2-288. PREPARATION FOR USE. (See fig-
the indicator is exposed to excessive ures B-11 thru B-16 in Appendix.)
humidity, the salt crystals dissolve and
bleed out into a blotter, staining it.
The hole looks blank and the surrounding
blotter, yellow (or another color de-
I WARNING I
pending on the salts used). (See B-15
and B-16 in Appendix.) The humidity The edges of the lid and
indicator indicates only whether the can are sharp; avoid
desiccant is effective or not. With contact.
desiccant failure indicated, the signal
still has considerable life expectancy, 2-289. A unit container seals each
without degradation, before failure. signal. The container has a full panel
Normal scheduling of assets prevents pull-out on one end. Lift the tab and
loss. SUS units exposed to excessive pull. Remove the layer of horse hair.
humidity should be scheduled for first Observe the humidity indicator condition
n use. as indicated in paragraph 2-286 above.
n 2-119
NAVAIR 11-1-107
MK 84 MOD 1
If acceptable, grasp the lanyard and use first all signals

pull the signal out of its can for use.
Remove the lanyard from the tail and
place it in the unit container. Save
the unit container, lid, and horse hair
that have lost their
tail plugs; they are
good for a minimum of 60
days in the worst envir-
u
pad for possible reuse• If the SUS is onmental conditions.
not useable, replace the horse hair and
tape the lid in place. Mark its condi-
tion with grease pencil or marker on
can; tag box with EXPOSED •. Assign
NOTE u
material condition code F and return to Signals accidentally
WPNSTA Yorktown, Code 502. dropped on any irregular
surface or from a height
NOTE exceeding four feet
should be suspected of
This signal is not af- having a cracked trans-
fected for a period of ducer. Mark or tag
one year by exposure to these signals TEST. As-
salt air, spray, or sign material condition
rain, provided the tail code F and return to an
plug is in place (has ammunition issuing acti-
not been pushed in or vity fot return to
displaced). Protect and WPNSTA Yorktown (502).
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2-120 u
NAVAIR 11-1-107
n SECTION XXVII

(SIPPICAN)
2-290. INTRODUCTION. ing. If a moisture seal is necessary

after puncturing the nose seal, a tab of
2-291. PURPOSE. The purpose of this masking tape can be applied to ensure
signal is to produce a selectable under- protection of the battery cavity. The
water electro-acoustic code recogniz- masking tape readily ruptures upon im-
able, from close to medium ranges, by pact from altitudes of 100 feet or
submarine passive sonars and underwater greater. In the event that the SUS with
telephone. masking tape seals are not used, these
units should be marked for first use, to
2-292. USE. It is used as expendable avoid mixing with long-term storage
ASW aircraft store to communicate with a units. At altitudes approaching 25,000
submerged submarine during ASW exercis- feet, some reduction in functioning re-
es. The MK 84 MOD 1 (figure 2-39) is liability may be experienced, based on
also used as an attack signal to repre- previous engineering tests.
sent dropping and ASW weapon.
n 2-293. LIMITATIONS. The Sippican MK 84

SUS can be used with high reliability
2-295. CHARACTERISTICS. The primary

between 300 and 10,000 feet. Below 300 physical and operational characteristics
feet, the nose seal must be punctured, of the SUS MK 84 MOD 1 are listed in
before launching, for reliable function- table 2-26.
n
n 2-121
NAVAIR 11-1-107
MK 84 MOD 1
Table 2-26. SUS MK 84 MOD 1 (Sippican) Characteristics
LOGISTIC IDENTIFICATION CHARACTERISTICS

u
FSN
NALC
1360-01-037-0588
SW39
u
Contract number NOO 104-80-C-A042
Size 3 in. dia. x 15 in. long
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Limitations MIL-S- 81340B (AS)
Fleet exercise FXP-1

training manual
Purpose Air-to-underwater communication and weapon

simulation
Launching Air/surface
Fundamental (lower band) 3rd Harmonic (upper band)
Frequency (dual) f 2 = 3. 5 ± • 0 5 kHz f 2' = 10. 5 ± • 15 kHz

f2 (upper tone) f1 = 2.95 - 0 kHz and f1' = 8.85- 0 kHz and
f1 (lower tone) < f2 by 3% or more < f2' by 3% or more
of f2 (f1 shall not be of f2' (f1' shall not
less than 2.95 kHz and be less than 8.85 kHz
shall be less than f2 and shall be less than
by at least 3%) f2' by at least 3%)
Pulse lengths 0.5 sec. and 1.5 sec.
Source level Fundamental frequency:
Third harmonic:
160 db relative to l pPA
at 1 meter
150 db relative to 1 pPA

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at 1 meter
2-122
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NAVAIR 11-1-107
MK 84 MOD 1
Table 2-26. SUS MK 84 MOD 1 (Sippican) Characteristics (Cant)
n Activation time
Activation depth
3 sec. max. (normally less than 1 sec.)
45 ft max. (Note: nose foil seal must be punctured

for surface or low-altitude launch)
Operating life 45 sec. to 2 min.
Sink Rate (terminal 14.5 ± 0.5 ft/sec.

velocity)
Sonars/receivers Most submarine sonars, Underwater Telephone AN/WQC2

and sonobuoys AN/SSQ-23, AN/SSQ-41, and AN/SSQ-57
2-296. COMPONENT DESCRIPTION. This reliability in the use of this signal.

unit (see figure 2-40) is a sea water- Reliability is essential for operational
activated sound projector. It consists safety in blind communicaiton devices.
of a sea water battery section, trans-
ducer section, electronic section, and 2-299. PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION. The fol-
tail section. The SUS has the same con- lowing paragraphs provide a physical
n tours and general appearance as all D

size (3 inch by 15 inch) search stores.
Its tail section is blue to indicate its
use in practice. Located in the signal
description of the sea water battery,
the transducer, the electronics and the
tail sections. (See figure 2-40.)
tail section is a rotary, five-position 2-300. Sea Water Battery Section. The
code selection switch, slotted on its hermetically sealed sea water battery
external face. A coin or screwdriver section is located in the nose the the
may be used in the slot to rotate the signal. The section consists of a self-
switch until the index slot lines up contained, factory-installed, salt
with one of the five code sectors and water-activated battery. Sea water en-
the switch is positively detended. ters the signal after impact through an
inlet port in the nose. The inlet port
2-297. DETAILED DESCRIPTION. is covered by a hermetic seal that is
punctured by impact. This seal must be
punctured by hand for surface launches.
2-298. The following paragraphs provide Sea water provides the battery electro-
a physical description of the sections lyte. The signal requires a hydrostatic
and assemblies of SUS MK 84 MOD 1 and a head of 45 feet to completely flood the
functional description of signal opera- battery compartment.
tion. Although no maintenance is per-
formed and signals are handled as an 2-301. Transducer Section. The trans-
assembled piece, and understanding of ducer section is located in the center
the physical configuration and func- of the signal. It consists of a ceramic
tional operation is required to ensure ring covered by a rubber boot.
--n 2-123
NAVAIR 11-1-107
MK 84 MOD 1
u
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~NSDUCER T~
1--- RUBBER TRANSDUCER BOOT
FOIL SEAL
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Figure 2-39.
2-124
Signal, Underwater Sound MK 84 MOD 1 (Sippican), Exterior View
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NAVAIR 11-1-107
MK 84 MOD 1
n FIN
SHROUD
RING
n STABILIZER
TAIL SECTION
NOSE
SECTION
n
n Figure 2-40. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 84 MOD 1, Sectional View
2-125
NAVAIR 11-1-107
MK 84 MOD 1
2-302. Electronic Section. The elec- on the fundamental frequency, and be-
tronic section consists of a printed
circuit board with a five-position ro-
tary code selection switch connected to
tween 8.85 kHz and 10.50 kHz on the
third harmonic frequency. The differ-
ence between the tones is at least 3
u
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it. The board is encapsulated in the percent of the higher frequency. The
signal, extending from the nose back to fifth code is a steady tone at approxi-
the tail section, where the switch is mately 3.50 kHz.
exposed through the side of the signal.
2-305. The operation and precaution in-
NOTE structions for SUS MK 84 MOD 1 are il-
lustrated in figures B-17 through 19.
The transducer section,
electronic section, and 2-306. PREPARATION FOR USE.
the switch are water-
tight. 2-307. UNPACKING. Underwater Sound
Signal MK 84 MOD 1 is shipped fully as-
2-303. Tail Section. The tail section sembled, in a ready-to-use condition.
is attached the back of the transducer To unpack, proceed as follows:
section. The stabilizer has four canted
fins enclosed by a shroud ring.
2-304. FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION. On air-

I C~UTION I
craft separation, the signal rotates Unpack the SUS only when
because of the canted fins. (See figure ready to use or load in-
2-37.) This rotation stabilizes the to an aircraft.
trajectory of the signal within 150 feet
of flight. The signal enters the water
nose first and decelerates to its ter-
minal velocity. It follows a stable
underwater trajectory. As .the signal
a. Remove the safety retaining pins
and unhook the latches on the shipping
container by pulling up on each. u
sinks, water floods through the inlet b. Remove the cover from the ship-
port; the seal over the port is punched ping container.
out by impack, activating the sea water
battery. The battery, in turn, acti-
vates the electronic package that pro-
duces the pre-selected coded electrical
I CAUTION:: ]
signals. This signal is amplified and The transducer section

drives the ceramic transducer, which of the sound signal is
converts the coded electrical signal to fragile and care must be
a coded acoustic sound pressure signal. taken to prevent strik-
This acoustic signal propagates omni- ing it against any ob-
directionally through the water and is ject during handling or
received by passive submarine sonar, loading. The fragile
underwater telephone, or sonobuoys. section is clearly
Four of the five selectable, continuous marked TRANSDUCER.
codes are derived from the pulse of each
of two tones. (See figures 2-41 and c. Carefuly remove the sound sig-
u
B-19.) This produces a distinctive, nals from the shipping container.
two-tone warble. The pulse times are
0.5 and 1.5 seconds in duration. The d. Check the signal to ensure that
tones are between 2.95 kHz and 3.50 kHz the foil seal in nose not punctured.
2-126
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NAVAIR 11-1-107
MK 84 MOD 1
n Code 1
f2
J 1.5
1.5
n Code2
f2
f1LJ
1.5
u u LJ
f2 .5
Code3
.5
Code4
1.5
f2 (No Pulses)
Code5
Time
NOTE:
The code illustrations above indicate
n Figure 2-41.
high and low frequency shifts; the
amplitude (or signal level) remains
the same.
Signal Underwater Sound MK 84 MOD 1, Coded Signal
If the signal is not sealed, see the switch so that the slot is pointing di-
Sippican MK 84 SUS instruction sheet for rectly at the desired code sector. En-
disposal instructions. (See figures sure, by feel, that the switch is seated
B-17 through 19 .• ) in the detented position.
e. Save the humidity indicator and

desiccant for restorage if the signal is I CAUTIO~: :]
not used.
If the switch is not in
f. Return the packing material to a detented position, the
the container, close it up, and check signal will not have an
for water tightness. output.
g. Handle the signal carefully to NOTE
n
ensure reliability, since operational
safety may be involved in its use. Set the code prior to
loading the dispenser
(launcher or adapter).
2-308. CODE SETTING. Set the code The meaning of each of
switch to the desired setting by using a the five codes is found
in FXP-1.
0 coin or screwdriver to turn the code
2-127
NAVAIR 11-1-107
MK 84 MOD 1
2-309. INSPECTION. The signal should 2-311. OPERATIONAL USE~

be inspected both prior to loading in
the aircraft and dispenser (launcher or
adapter) and prior to return to its
2-312. Eject or launch the signal in
flight, in accordance with the appli-
u
shipping container. Inspect the SUS as cable NATOPS Manual and FXP-1.
follows:
WARNING I I WARNING I u
The signal is heavy
enough to be a serious
These signals are not to missile hazard when
be disassembled. If dropped from an air-
accidentally wetted, the craft.
sea water battery would
generate a high internal
voltage in the circuit- NOTE
ry. This voltage pre-
sents a shock hazard to The correct code output
personnel only if it is of the signal should be
disassembled. confirmed if passive
sonobuoys are in the
water.
a. Check the units for damage such
as cuts in the rubber transducer boots, 2-313. RETURN TO STORAGE.
loose or cracked tail sections, unsealed
water entry ports, etc. Do not reject
units that have minor damage (small
cracks or dents) in the non-watertight
tail section, provided that the damage
2-314. SHELF LIFE. The shelf life of
the SUS MK 84 MOD 1 is determined by the
mode of storage. If the unit is hermet-
ically sealed, with the nose seal in-
u
to this area would not cause a jammed tact, it has a shelf life of 10 years.
launcher. However, it the nose seal has been punc-
tured, the unit only has a SERVICE
b. Recheck code setting by feeling (operation) life of 60 days. Shelf life
for a positive detent. limitation is controlled by electrical
drainage of the battery, due to moisture
NOTE accumulating on the battery plates. The
signal battery, when hermetically sealed
For low altitude or in the signal and packaged in the am-
surface launches, the munition container, has a double water-
seal over the water tight and moisture-proof barrier.
inlet port must be
pierced with a pencil or 2-315. OFF-LOADING. Unload the air-
similar object. craft in accordance with the applicable
Conventional Weapon Check List and load-
ing manual.
2-310. ON-LOADING. Load aircraft in
accordance with the applicable Conven-
tional Weapons Check List and loading
manual.
a. Inspect each signal to ensure
that the nose seal is still intact and
the transducer boot is not cut.
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2-128
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NAVAIR 11-1-107
MK 84 MOD 1
I CAUTION I c. If the nose seal has been punc-
n The shipping container

tured, reseal it with 3/4 inch trans-
parent tape in accordance with the re-
sealing instructions on the Sippican MK
and packing material 84 MOD 1 SUS instruction sheets. (See
n
must be dry, and in figures B-17 through 19.)
functional condition for
signal storage.
d. Secure the shipping container
b. If undamaged, store the sealed cover latches.
signal in its shipping container. En-
sure that units are securely packed in
the trays provided (or an equal substi- e. If the nose seal has been punc-
tute) to protect against shock and vi- tured, tag box for first use (e.g., "Ex-
bration. Remember, the transducer is posed, Use First"), and indicate quant-
make of fragile ceramic that is easily ity and lot number if different from the
broken. container marking.
n
2-129
NAVAIR 11-1-107
SECTION XXVIII
SIGNAL, UNDERWATER SOUND MK 92 MOD 0,
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(NONSTOCK) u
2-316. INTRODUCTION. 2-320. LIMITATIONS. This signal has

been tested only from low altitudes, up
2-317. PURPOSE. In addition to the to 500 feet, and may experience deploy-
purposes of the MK 61 MOD 0, this unit ment malfunctions from higher altitudes.
provides increased safety to the target
submarine through use of a reduced ex- 2-321. GENERAL INFORMATION.
plosive charge weight (reduced damage
potential), and at the same time, pro- 2-322. CHARACTERISTICS. Differences
duces approximately the same effective are noted in table 2-27.
sound sources as the SUS MK 61 MOD 0
full-charge, in the horizontal plane,
with reduced surface and bottom rever-
berations.
2-323. COMPONENT DESCRIPTION. The ex-
plosive section MK 8 MOD 1 (see figure
2-42) is bolted on the arming and firing
mechansim MK 33 MOD 0. The explosive
u
2-318. USE. This SUS is used primarily section provides for water entry deploy-
for Explosive Echo Ranging (EER) prac- ment and stabilization of the explosive
tice. The EER tactic is no longer used cord by the use of a drogue. This type
in the U. S. Navy. It may be used in of charge is referred to as a line
place of SUS MK 61 and 64 for both ser- charge. In addition to the yellow band
vice and practice and is, specifically, indicating high explosive, a blue band
the practice round for the SUS MK 78 is painted around the body indicating
MODS 0 and 1. It is not cost effective practice use.
for ocean calibration work or signaling.
Its effective output is directional, as
it that of the SUS MK 78 MODS 0 and 1. 2-324. DETAILED DESCRIPTION.
2-319. STATUS. This unit is not in 2-325. PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION. The ex-
production. A limited test quantity re- plosive train differs at the booster and
mains. The dummy for the MK 92 was to main charge (see figure 2-43), and with
be designated TAU-192/B; none were pro- the addition of a deployment system.
duced, and, therefore, it is not in- The explosive train continues from the
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cluded in this manual. SUS MK 61 MOD 0 lead-in to the pick-up
2-130
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NAVAIR 11-1-107
MK 92 MOD 0
cup. The pick-up cup contains 0.189 firing mechanism are secured into the
n grams of CH-6. Its closed end has a

stepped shoulder around it. The should-
er compresses an 0-ring to make a water-
tight seal. The open end is closed over
charge holder of the explosive section.
The charge holder, in turn, holds the
pick-up cup retainer plate in alignment
to. the arming body. The inside of the
n
its explosive charge with a thin metal charge holder is shaped to. receive the
diaphragm crimped in place. The pick-up figure-eight lay of the explosive cord
cup is pressed and secured in a plate and to. retain the potted end of the cord
that compresses an 0-ring seal under a in alignment with the pick-up cup. The
shoulder, at its circumference. This neck of the explosive section is cast
completes the watertight barrier, at the integrally with the stabilizer fins and
explosive section, to the arming and shroud at one end. It has a wide flange
firing mechanism interface. The ex- at the other end, bolted to the ex-
plosive train continues to the main plosive section shell with four bolts.
charge. The main charge is a flexible The inside of the neck is flared for
explosive cord or line, 5 feet long and free running of the explosive cord
0.196 inches in diameter. The cord con- during its deployment.
tains 1.1 ounce (31.5 g) of PETN in a
binder covered with a nylon braid. The 2-328. FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION. (See
cord weights 1.54 ounces (43.66 g). The figures 2-43 and 2-44.) At water entry
end of the cord that receives the output the drag of the water on the drogue
from the pick-up cup is potted, so that overcomes the retention force of the
the cord butts against the closed end of detent ball and spring clip, and cams
the pick-up cup. The cord is flaked in the ball out of the way. The drogue
a figure-eight coil in the explosive pulls the nylon cord out freely, to a
cavity and terminates in the neck of the distance where the drogue receives the
explosive section. The end of the cord greatest drag. At this point, it pulls
n has a metal stiffener crimp around it to

keep the cord in the right attitude in
the neck for deployment. The free end.
of the explosive cord is attached to a
the explosive cord out the neck until it
is completely deployed. The drogue
maintains a tension on the explosive
cord, the attached arming and firing
short nylon line. mechansim, and the explosive section.
This provides and maintains vertical
2-326. Deployment System. The deploy- alignment. The arming and firing mech-
ment drogue fits down in the neck of the anism arms and fires at the depth set.
explosive section. The exterior end is The pick-up cup detonates and initiates
flanged outwardly, to provide drag. The the end of the explosive cord. The
end in the neck has a detent groove explosive cord propagates vertically for
around it. A nylon detent ball, which it's length. The shock and pressure
rides in a hole in the explosive section pulse originate at the bottom of the
neck, is held in the groove by a leaf cord and progress up the cord with the
spring clip, surrounding part of the explosive propagation. In this manner,
neck. the effective energy output in the water
is in the horizontal plane. See the SUS
2-327. Structure System. The explosive MK 78 MOD 0 Functional Description,
section is built up. The four securing paragraph 2-224, for more information on
bolts that pass through the arming and beam shaping and pulse.
n
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NAVAIR 11-1-107
MK 92 MOD 0
LOGISTIC IDENTIFICATION u
NSN
NALC
1361-00-406-1988
SW34 u
Design DL739299
Arming wire assembly Dwg 2867618
Main charge 1.54 oz (43.66 g) MIL-E-46676

5-ft long flexible explosive
cord, containing 1.1 oz (31.5 g)
PETN
~··
CHARACTERISTICS
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Limitations xws 12808
Purpose EER practice
Launching Aircraft only (not for

surface launch)
Sink rate (terminal 10 ft/sec nominal

velocity)
Firing time
(water entry to
detonation)
Shallow 10 sec ±1 sec
Deep 81 sec ±6 sec
Sound pressure level Not included,. but

described as nearly
equal to SUS MK 61 in
the horizontal plane.
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2-132 u
NAVAIR 11-1-107
MK 92 MOD 0
n Bubble pulse Does not conform to point

charge depth signature.
HAZARD CLASSIFICATION
group
QD Class 3
CG Class III
DOT Class c
--n 2-133
NAVAIR 11-1-107
MK 92 MOD 0
DEPLOYMENT DROGUE
FIN
STABILIZER
u
SHROUD
ARMING WIRE AND

DRAG PLATE ASSEMBLY
DETENT BALL
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DETENT ~'T'Ei--+--- NYLON LINE
SPRING
METAL
STIFFENER ._.,._ _ ARMING WIRE
~Rr--+--- CHARGE HOLDER

EXTENSION
1.54 OZ 5 FT
FLEXIBLE
EXPLOSIVE
CORD
~:---- CHARGE
HOLDER
EXPLOSIVE SECTION
POTTING
MK 8 MOD 1
0-RINGS u
COMPOUND
PICK-UP CUP
PICK-UP CUP
RETAINER PLATE
..---- ARMING AND FIRING

MECHANISM MK 33
MOD 0
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Figure 2-43. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 92 MOD 0, Sectional View
2-134
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MK 92 MOD 0
NOTE
n This unit is not in-
tended for launching
from surface craft.
n Deployment of the ex-

plosive does not occur
during normal surface
launching. The charge
detonates in its coiled
configuration in the
explosive section, the
same as a 1.1 ounce
(31.5 g) point or lump
charge (as opposed to
the line charged de-
scribed above).
2-330. Arming conversion is not author-

ized, except in the loss of arming wire
assembly, prior to stowage. Should the
drogue and explosive come out of the
neck for any reason, reassembly of the
explosive section is authorized, as fol-
lows:
a. Slide the explosive cord in to

the neck until the metal stiffener is
half way down the neck.
b. Feed the nylon cord into the

neck.
c. Slip the drogue into neck and

push it in until it is against the de-
tent ball. Strike the drogue with a
light blow with the heel of the hand,
until it snaps in and is held by the
detent ball.
2-331. RETURN TO STORAGE.
2-332. Signals that may have been

submerged have water trapped in the
explosive section. In the field, stand
n Figure 2-44. Signal, Underwater Sound

MK 92 MOD 0, Deployed
these signals on their tails suitably
secured against tip-over, for at least
15 minutes. If not used shortly, return
to an ammunition issuing activity,
tagged WET.
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SECTION XXIX
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MK 94 MODS 0 AND 1
DATA 'DIFFERENCE SHEET
(NONSTOCK, SPECIAL ORDER)
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2-332A. INTRODUCTION. 2-337. ·GENERAL INFORMATION.
2-~33. PURPOSE. This signal provides 2-338. CHARACTERISTICS. The primary

low-cost underwater acoustic energy at characteristics of SUS MK 94 MODS 0 and
greater depths (1,000 to 18,000 feet), 1 that are different are listed in table
from air or surface craft. 2-28.
2-334. USE. The primary use of the MK 2-339. COMPONENT DESCRIPTION. A shear
94 MODS 0 and 1 is deep oceanographic disc is used in the firing system, in
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measurements for environmental calibra- place of pistons against spring pres-
tion and scientific experiments. Alter- sure, for depth sensing. Various de-
nate capabilities including acting as a signs have been used to change the
SOFAR search marker or a long range com- release of shearing pressure into firing
munications device in the SOFAR channel. pin movement; only the current configu-
ration is discussed here. It is much
2-335. STATUS. Special order is re- like the SUS MK 59 series system. As
quired. The specific depths required specified in table 2-28, the explosive
have to be depot-installed. WPNSTA section is loaded with reliable, more
Yorktown (Code 502) maintains the sensitive deep depth explosive. The
necessary parts for assembly, on order. external appearance of the MOD 0 is
Assembly and disassembly is not author- similar to the SUS MK 61 MOD 0, except
ized except at depot level. Explosive that there is no depth wire; the MOD 1
sections for the MOD 1 are not maintain- explosive section is three inches long-
ed. er. The arming wire assembly prevents
arming in a ditched aircraft, a ship's
2-336. LIMITATIONS. In additon to drop magazine w~th the vent blocked closed
altitude limitations, the maximum reli- during sprinkling, and a fire main or
able depth is 18,000 feet. The signal ship's service air main rupture if the
is prone to leakage through the thin ship sinks in deep water to 2300 to 2500
wall due to the higher pressures at feet (see table 2-32). The signal, with
greater depths. This results in duds. the arming wire installed, will function
The altitude limitation of MK 61 MOD 0
SUS does not apply because the ball-
release mechanism is not used.
normally for depth settings at, and in
excess of, this depth. Cotter pins pre-
vent arming to 1150 t6 1400 feet
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MK 94 MODS 0 AND 1
(see table 2-33). Arming wire assem- in a hole smaller than the pin in the
n blies are not available for the long MOD

1; cotter pins are used. A wide yellow
band is painted around the mid-section
retainer disc. The outside of the fir-
ing pin housing is sealed by an 0-ring
in the arming body.
to indicate high explosive. Type of
n explosive (CYCLOTOL) is printed adjacent

to the band.
2-340. DETAILED DESCRIPTION.

2-342. FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION. The
water pressure connected through the
flooding ports to the shear disc dis-
torts the diaphragm, causing it to fail
over the sharp edge of its supporting
2-341. PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION. (See washer. The water pressure drives the
figure 2-45.) The standard SUS MK 61 firing pin into the detonator, initia-
MOD 0 arming and firing mechanism is ting the firing train.
used, but without the depth sleeve and
the associated assembly of pistons, 2-343. MALFUNCTIONS. The malfunctions
spring, sleeve balls, and support. Two associated with the SUS MK 61 MOD 0 do
components are substituted in the same not occur in the current design of the
space. The spacer is located in the MK 94, due to the different mechanism
axis to limit the arming piston align- used. Versions assembled prior to 1980
ment pin and to support the firing use most of the MK 61 mechanism and are
mechanism assembly. It is held cent- subject to the same malfuntions, except
rally by two quarter arcs extending to in firing depth. It is possible to use
the inside diameter of the arming body the current MK 94 from higher altitudes
bore. The firing mechanism assembly reliably. Depths greater than 12,000
resembles the MK 43 MOD 0 firing mechan- feet or over 5,000 PSI will cause leak-
ism, used in the SUS MK 59 MOD 3; the age in some units, although some will
size, is different, but the function is not leak to 18,000 feet (8,000 PSI).
n the same. The shear disc assembly has a

diaphragm secured over a washer by a
drawn copper shell. The calibrated
2-344. SHIPBOARD STORAGE.
features for firing depth are the mater-
ial and thickness of the diaphragm, and
the diameter and edge sharpness of the
hole in the washer. The shear disc is 2-345. With the current firing mechan-
secured in the firing pin housing with ism MK 43 type firing system, the SUS MK
the hollow bolt and the bolt is torqued 61 MOD 0, pre-set at less than the safe-
to make the copper of the shear disc ty cotter pin or arming wire assembly
conform to the seat for watertightness. shear depths of 1150 to 1400 and 2300 to
This holds the diaphragm in tension. 2500 feet, locks the arming system on
Flooding ports in the bolt provide a safe (see Tables 2-32 and 2-33). When
water path, from the spaces between the locked, this SUS is safe for stowage in
nose piece and the arming body, to the high explosive magazines without re-
shear disc. The firing pin is located striction. Those pre-set at or deeper
in the central bore and sealed therein than the shear depths will function no·.c-
with an 0-ring. It is restrained from mally. The segregation requirements
movement toward the detonator by the would then be the same as for the SUS MK
retainer disc. Its point is positioned 61 but for the minimum depth preset.
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MK 94 MODS 0 AND 1
NOTE 2-346. PREPARATION FOR USE.

The old type of firing
system (shear disc and
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ball release), with un-
2-347. Cautions requiring safety cotter
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sheared pin or wire in-
pin installation prior to use in small
stalled, most probably
boats is not required because of the
would flood internally
deep detonation depths.
at operating depth, per-
manently making the SUS
safe.
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MK 94 MODS 0 AND 1
Table 2-28. SUS MK 94 MOD 0 and 1 Characteristics
In
FSN (MOD 0) 1361-01-108-2666
NALC (MOD 0) 8W44
MOD 0 MOD 1
(if different)
Size 3 in dia. x 15 3 in. dia. x 21

in. long in. long
Weight (approximate; 7 lb (3.18 kg) 9 lb (4.08 kg)

varies with design)

mechanism
n Explosive section
Detonator
MK 4 MOD 2
MK 43 MOD 1, 2
MK 4 MOD 3
Lead-in cup 0.218 gm TETRYL
Booster 1.1 oz
(31.5 gm) CH-6
Main Charge 1.8 lb (0.82 kg) 4 lb (1.81 kg)

Cyclotol (25% RDX, Cyclotol
75% TNT)
Purpose Ocean calibration, SOFAR, and

communication
n Launching.
Arming depth
Air/surface
18 ft minimum (18 to 45 ft)
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MK 94 MODS 0 AND 1
Table 2-28. SUS MK 94 MOD 0 and 1 Characteristics (Cant)

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Firing depth
(pre-assembled
as required at
qualified NAD)
1000
1500
2000
2500
± 100 ft
± 100 ft
± 100 ft
.!: 125 ft .
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3000 .t ISO ft Note: Firing
3500 :t 175 ft mechanism not
4000 ± 200 ft supplied
5000 ± 250 ft separately.
6000 ± 300 ft
8000 ± 400 ft
10000 ± 500 ft
12000 ± 600 ft
14000 ± 700 ft
16000 ± 800 ft
18000 ± 900 ft
MOD 0 'MOD 1
Sinking rate (terminal approximately 17 ft/sec

velocity) 16.6 ft/sec
*(See note)
Sound pressure level

(broad band)
274 dB//1 l!Pa 276 dB//1 l!Pa
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HAZARD CLASSIFICATION
group
QD class 7
GG Class X-B
DOT Class A
*NOTE: See Appendix A for variation in depth firing times and first bubble
periods for each preset depth (select correct explosive curve, CYCLOTOL).
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MK 94 MODS 0 AND 1
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ARMING PISTON
RETAINER
WASHER SPACER
SEE DETAIL A
0-RING
FIRING PIN
0-RING
n ~0---J-~~~---FIRING PIN
HOUSING
FIRING
MECHANISM -HhL~~~~--~~~------FLOODING
ASSEMBLY PORT
SHEAR DISC BOLT
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Figure 2-45. Signal Underwater Sound MK 94 MODS 0 and 1 Sectional View
-n (Parts that Differ from MK 61 MOD 0)
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SECTION XXX
DUMMY SIGNAL, UNDERWATER SOUND
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MK 95 MOD 0,
THE SAME AS FOR SIGNAL, UNDERWATER SOUND MK 61 MOD O,
2-348. INTRODUCTION. 2-353. COMPONENT DESCRIPTION. All com-

ponents are inert and no part functions
2-349. PURPOSE. The DSUS MK 95 MOD 0 is except the depth setting wire and the
of the same weight, center of gravity, arming wire assembly.
appearance, and shape as many of the
previously discussed models (i.e. the 2-354. DETAILED DESCRIPTION.
SUS MK 57 MOD 0, MK 61 MOD 0, MK 64 MOD
0, MK 82 MODS 0 and 1, MK 83 MOD O, MK 2-355. PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION. (See fig-
128 MODS 0 and 1 and with the exception ure 2-46.) Explosives have not been
of weight and center of gravity, the MK loaded into the components. The inter-
59 MODs O, Oa, and 3, and MK 94 MOD 0).
2-350. USE. The DSUS MK 95 MOD 0 is

used in fitment tests and adjustment of
nal hardware is not operational because
it was recovered from destructive func-
tional acceptance tests. The exterior
is painted bronze to designate trairling;
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equipment, such as dispensers. It is however, those manufactured prior to
also used in training personnel in hand- 1971 are painted blue.
ling SUS or loading SUS dispensers.
Normally, it is not expended. NOTE
I WARNING I Destructive testing jams

the arming piston in the
armed position. On
units salvaged from
Safety precautions pre- tests, therefore, a hole
clude the use of live is drilled in the side
ammunition in fitment of the arming body to
tests and drill. Ex- allow repositioning the
plosive SUS are live arming piston.
munitions.
2-352. CHARACTERISTICS.
are noted in table 2-29.
Differences
2-357. Examine each DSUS to determine
that it is safe for personnel to handle
(no sharp edges), and that it will not
jam equipment (tails out of round).
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MK 95 MOD 0
Table 2-29. DSUS MK 95 MOD 0 Characteristics
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NALC
1360-00-833-8396
SW03
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Design LD162280
Detonator Inert
Lead-in Inert
Booster Inert
Main charge Inert
Hazard None
Purpose Maintenance and training
All other parameters

except trajectories are
not applicable.
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MK 95 MOD 0
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Figure 2-46. Dummy Signal, Underwater Sound MK 95 MOD 0
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n SECTION XXXI
n MK 128 MOD 0
(OBSOLESCENT)

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2-358. INTRODUCTION. 2-364. DETAILED DESCRIPTION.
2-359. PURPOSE. This unit provides a 2-365. (See figure 2-29.) This SUS is
reduced-ouput, omnidirectional under- much like the SUS MK 82 MOD 1, except
water explosive sound source at the 300- that the main charge is inert and that
foot depth from aircraft or from the the output is lower, as in the MK 64 MOD
surface. 0. It is also similar to the SUS MK 61
MOD 0 in every respect but the firing
2-360. USE. The MK 128 MOD 0 is lim- piston group and depth sleeve. The fir-
ited to ocean calibration in support of ing piston is grooved to fit an 0-ring.
ASW. The depth sleeve is bored for the firing
piston and extends longitudinally into
2-361. STATUS. It is currently not in the small diameter portion of the nose.
production. This signal was a one-time Depth wire is not used, although holes
requirement conversion of the rema1n1ng may be present for it, nor is the in-
SUS MK 57: the firing piston bore was spection hole (neither are functional).
enlarged; the SUS MK 82 MOD 0 300-foot Note the similarity to the single depth
fi.ring piston was installed and the obsolescent SUS MK 57 MOD 0 in figure
arming and firing section was mated with 2-10. The firing piston is larger in
the explosive section from the SUS MK diameter than the MK 57 or MK 61 800-
64. foot piston, to fire at 300 feet. Depth
setting is not made. The explosive
2-362. GENERAL INFORMATION. train terminates in the booster since
the main charge is inert, as in the SUS
2-363. CHARACTERISTICS. Differences MK 59 MOD 2, MK 64 ~OD 0, and MK 128 MOD
are specified in table 2-30. 1.
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MK 128 MOD 0
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NSN
NALC
1361-00-014-2480
SW38
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Design DL 3261251

mechanism
Limitations MIL-S-85064 (AS)
Firing depth
Firing time
300 ft ± 30 ft
17 ± 3 sec
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First bubble period 14.5 ± 1.2
Sound pressure level 263 dB//1 JlPa

(broad band)
HAZARD CLASS
Storage compatibiity B
QD 3
CG III
DOT c
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n SECTION XXXII
n MK 128 MOD 1
THE SAME AS FOR SIGNAL, UNDERWATER SOUND HK 61 MOD 0,
2-366. INTRODUCTION. 2-372. (See figure 2-28.) This SUS is

much .like with the MK 82 HOD 0, except
2-367. PURPOSE. This signals provides that the main charge is inert and that
a reduced-output, omnidirectional under- the output is lower, as in the HK 64 MOD
water explosive sound source at either a 0. It is also similar to the SUS MK 61
60- or 300-foot depth from aircraft or HOD 0 in every respect but the firing
from the surface. piston group. The deep firing piston is
grooved to fit an G-ring, and the shal-
n 2-368. USE. The MK 128 MOD 1 is limit-

ed to ocean calibration in support of
ASW.
low firing piston has a smooth bore for
the piston to ride in. The deep firing
piston is grooved to fit an 0-ring, and
the shallow firing piston has a $mooth
2-369. GENERAL INFORMATION. bore for the piston to ride in. The
deep firing piston is larger in diameter
than the MK 61 MOD 0 800-foot piston, to
2-370. CHARACTERISTICS. Differences fire at 300 feet. Sixty or 300 feet is
are specified in table 2-31. set for depth. The explosive train ter-
minates in the booster since the main
charge is inert, as in the SUS MK 59 MOD
2-371. DETAILED DESCRIPTION. 2, MK 64 HOD 0 and MK 128 MOD 0.
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MK 128 MOD 1

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NALC (not assigned)
PHYS[CAL PARAMETERS CHARACTERISTICS
Design DL3261252
Arming and Firing MK 39 MOD 0

mechanism
FUNCTrONING PARAMETERS CHARACTERISTICS
Limitations
Firing depth
MIL-S-85064(AS)
60 ft ± 10 ft
300 ft ± 30 ft
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Firing time Shallow, 4 ± 2 sec
Deep, 17 ± 3 sec
First bubble period

Shallow 42 !: 4 msec
Deep 14.5 t 1.2 msec
Sound pressure level 263 dB/ I 1 J.!Pa

(broad band)
HAZARD CLASS
group
QD
CG
3
III
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DOT
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SECTION XXXIII
n 2-373. GENERAL.
ARMING WIRE ASSEMBLY
Additionally SUS MK 94 MOD 0 is aircraft
launched because it arms at a very shal-
2-374. PURPOSE. The arming wire assem- low depth, 18 feet (8 psi). The SUS t1K
bly provides operational SUS safety by 78 series, should it be manufactured,
preventing arming. It provides the uses a similar arming wire assembly (not
first of two required independent safe- interchangeable).
ties required for service SUS. They
save life and material by preventing SUS
from becoming armed and firing from 2-376. LIMITATIONS. Table 2-32 details
pressure under the following circum- the limitations. The arming wire assem-
stances: bly shears at 2300 feet when the SUS
listed above are equipped with a zinc
a. When stowed ih the dispenser or stop washer around the arming piston,
bomb rack adapter of an aircraft that and 2500 feet with a steel stop washer
sinks after an accident. (1021 and 1110 psi, respectively). With
the exception of the SUS MK 94, firing
b. When stowed in a leaky shipping pressure is present on the firing pis-
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container in a watertight magazine with tons. The firing sleeve is blocked from
ventilation vent check valve blocked firing pin release by the arming piston
closed; arming could occur if the maga- guide pin in its safe position. When
zine becomes pressurized by the sprink- the arming wire assembly shears, the
ling system, ruptured fire main, ship's arming piston moves the guide pin clear,
service air main, or other pressure sys- and the firing sleeve releases the fir-
tem, or if the ship sinks. ing pin into the newly-aligned detonator
to fire the SUS. The old-type SUS MK 94
c. When dropped during handling, an could function similarly. The current-
aircraft crash, or a ship or transporta- type SUS MK 94 firing pin, released be-
tion accident; prevents arming and fir- fore wire-shearing depth, enters a hole
ing due to inertia. in the arming piston, permanently lock-
ing it on safe. At depths below the
2-375. USE. All 15 inch-long SUS de- arming wire assembly shearing depth, the
signed to detonate at less than 1000 SUS MK 94 MOD 0 will function normally
feet are launched from aircraft. This and detonate, with or without the wire.
includes: For these reasons, the SUS (with the
exception of the new-type MK 94 MOD 0)
SUS MK 61 MOD 0 should be segregated from other high
SUS MK 64 MOD 0 explosives, or the total explosive
SUS MK 82 MODS 0 and 1 amount limited to a weight that will not
SUS MK 83 MOD 0 cause injuries to survivors of a sinking
n SUS
SuS
SUS
MK
MK
MK
92 MOD 0
95 MOD 0 (Dummy)
128 MODS 0 and 1
ship when the SUS detonates at the ex-
pected functioning depth. Table 2-32,
or the following, may assist in this
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Table 2-32. Arming Wire Assembly Underwater Safety
Arming Wire
Shear Depth
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MK-MOD
Feet
60 300 800 1000 1500

Zinc
Stop
2000
Steel
Washer
2300 ,_ ...--'- 2500'
2500
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57 - 0 p F
61 - 0 p p F
**64 - 0 p p F
82 - 0/1 p p F
83 - 0 p p F
**92 - 0 p p F
94 OLD - 0 p p p F/N
94 NEW - 0 RL RL RL L/N
***128 - 0/1 p p F
Weight of explosive causing: injury 1- 46:,000 lb

(pounds equivalent TNT death 142,000 lb
from firing depth)
** Normally will not initiate adjacent SUS.

F = Fire on shearing
N = Normal firing
P = Firing pressure
R = Firing pin released & under pressure
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L = Locked (arming piston by firing pin)
explosive weight determination: 2-378. DESCRIPTION.
Use equivalent weight of TNT: 2-379. The· assembly (see figure 2-47)
is composed of a round plate, with four
Lethal Depth = peripheral tabs bent at right angles,
called the drag plate. The arming wire
4~ total explosive weight is secured in two holes of the drag
plate by crimping, and it extends in the
Injury Depth = same direction as the tabs. The four
tabs are preformed to exert tension
64\CYtotal explosive weight against the inside of the shroud ring in
the tail of the SUS. The tension is
sufficient to keep the arming wire as-
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2-377. STATUS. The arming wire assem- sembly from falling out while handling,
bly is provided with each appropriate and at the same time, light enough so
SUS. It is not stocked in the system that when the SUS is launched from an
separately. It originally was available aircarft, the air loading on the plate
in a kit with the depth wire, but this face from the air stream will pull it
kit is no longer stocked. out of the SUS, dragging out the arming
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wire. This action resembles an open Otherwise, if the preformed tabs exert
drag chute. The resistance is approxi- normal tension, the drag plate is pulled
n mately a total of no more than four

pounds. Aircraft normal speed during
ASW operations will cause four pounds
pull on the drag plate. The arming wire
free at water entry, and functioning is
normal. The normal water entry, from
low altitude from ASW operations, will
build about seven pounds of force to
is preformed; it exerts part of the remove the drag plate. Drag plates re-
n tension due to its bend around the

curved arch of the SUS afterbody. The
arming wire is long enough to pass
through a small hole in the SUS arming
maining in SUS during air descent in-
crease the falling time. Drag plates
remaining in SUS after water entry
causes duds.
piston and extend beyond.
2-380. SUS of old manufacture or those

that has been mated in the field often
WARNING I
were given a fairly high tension of up
to 16 or more pounds. The drag plate, Even a slight accidental
in this case, remained with these SUS to withdrawal of the arming
water entry. The trajectory is erratic wire from SUS adrift in
and water entry damage was often experi- a sinking ship could
enced, resulting either in duds or in cause premature firing
long descent to firing depth times, due resulting in death or
to bent tails or arming wire and drag injury to personnel in
plate wrap-up in the tail shroud. the water.c
DRAG PLATE
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L--
.,.---
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-·-· ---
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/ARMING WIRE
NOTE: DRAG PLATE MUST

REST DOWN AGAINST FINS
Figure 2-47. Arming Wire and Drag Plate Assembly
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2-381. The safety feature mentioned in a. Ensure that arming is crimped,

paragraph 2-374 occurs when the arming
wire assembly is physically prevented
from coming out. The shipping container
so that it will not withdraw from the
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and SUS bomb rack adapters are the only b. Check that there is no burr or
preventers that ensure safety. Ready
service stowage bins fabricated to
retain the arming wire are effective
only as long as the SUS remains correct-
ly oriented in the bin. These SUS like-
bend on end of wire, and that the long
portion of the wire is straight within a
few inches after it leaves the drag
plate. File any burrs off and bend wire
straight if required. (See figure
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ly would come adrift in a ship sinking, 2-47.)
creating a chance that an arming wire
would withdraw the couple of inches nec-
essary to allow SUS firing and initia-
tion of other explosives, bringing fatal
results to personnel in the water. The
I CAUTION:]
arming wire assembly was developed in

the late '50s to prevent·loss of life Do not depress arming
from SUS in crashed or ditched aircraft. piston.
This was important particularly because
the SUS set to function at 60 feet would c. Insert the wire end through SUS
initiate simultaneously, all the SUS in tail shroud. Ease the end through the
close vicinity of the crew. The drag small hole in the arming piston, above
plate was prevented from coming out of the surrounding washer.
the SUS by the limiting length of the
SUS dispenser. These dispensers have d. Feed the four drag plate tabs,
been removed from nearly all aircraft in simultaneously, into the shroud ring of
the U. S. Navy. While the shipping con-
tainer provides complete physical pro-
tection when the lid is secured, pro-
the tail.
e. Push the drag plate to make

contact with the end of the tail fins.
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tection is diminished with the lid off.
All SUS taken over water in aircraft,
ships or boats shall have provisions for f. Test to make certain that the
unfailing physical retention of the assembly will not fall out of engagement
arming wire assembly in the SUS: it by gravity when upended. If the assem-
shall be fitted with a safety cotter pin bly falls out, bend all tabs out slight-
assembly, or the drag plate shall be ly, to increase tension in tail shroud,
taped to prevent loss. This t·ape must but no more than necessary to prevent
be removed prior to launching. Only one falling out.
SUS, to be launched by hand, may have
the arming wire assembly removed just
prior to launching. (This does not 2-383. INSPECTION. Marry arming wires
apply to SUS with minimum firing depths have been replaced in the field. In
of 1000 feet.) some cases, this was not correctly done.
The arming wires in those cases were not
2-382. INSTALLATION. When arming wire crimped over for positive retention in
assemblies all removed and replaced by the drag plate. This condition is safe
safety cotter pins, or when they are while the SUS is in the shipping con-
removed ?rior to manual launching and
for whatever reasons the arming wire
assembly must be replaced, proceed as
follows:
tainer, but after removal, the wire may
slide out entirely. Check each SUS as
it is removed from the container as
follows:
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a. While holding the drag plate in b. If the wire pushes through the
n place, hold the arming wire, with the
other hand forward of the tail shroud,
and try to push the wire back through
drag plate, pull drag plate out and
crimp the wire down with needle-nose
pliers.
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the plate to disengage it. Any resis-
tance is sufficient. c. Reinstall the wire. (See para-
graph 2-382.)
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SECTION XXXIV
2-384. GENERAL.
DEPTH WIRE
tape was added across the SUS nose and

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the depth wire to ensure retention. An
2-385. PURPOSE. The purpose of the inspection hole was added between the
depth wire is to provide the means for installation holes to enable visual
depth selection on dual-depth SUS. verification that the depth wire was
riding in the external groove of the
2-386. USE. The depth wire renders the shallow piston. In 1979, it was deter-
shallow depth firing piston inoperative mined that the tape increased the chance
in SUS using coaxial firing piston of wire loss at water entry. The shape
groups. All the following SUS use the of the wire had poor piston-holding
depth wire: qualities; high altitude drops deflected
inwardly the nose of the SUS, causing
SUS MK 61 MOD 0 the shallow piston to pop through the
SUS MK 64 MOD 0 retaining depth wires and changing the
SUS MK 82 MOD 0 setting from deep to shallow. Remove
SUS MK 83 MOD 0 the tape for all use. Replace this wire
SUS MK 92 MOD 0 with depth wire drawing number
SUS
SUS
MK
MK
95 MOD 0
128 MOD 1
2-387. STATUS. (See figure 2-48.)

1374AS100.
c. A harp-shaped wire was used in

manufacture, starting in 1979 with a
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There are three different designs in revised nose piece design. This wire
use, all remaining in the inventory to functions at all altitudes and speeds.
some extent. Pre- and post-1979 designs It is available from WPNSTA Yorktown
are not interchangeable, because the (Code 502) by message or speedletter
assembly hole designs also changed at request.
that time to take on a lyre shape. All
function properly from low altitude and
moderate aircraft speed. The older de- 2-388. DESCRIPTION. (See figure 2-45.)
signs malfunction with an increase in
altitude or speed, whereas the newer 2-389. The wire is U-shaped and passes
harp-shaped wire with a flat bail does through the nose of the SUS from one
not. side to the other. The two legs of the
wire engage the external groove of the
a. A turned-out hairpin shape was shallow piston on opposite sides. The
used prior to 1970; it was prone to mis- harp-shape conforms to the piston cir-
assembly and poor piston retention. Set cumference. This prevents the shallow
deep, some units functioned shallow. piston from functioning. The closed
Replace with depth wire, drawing number
1374AS100.
b. A turned-in hairpin shape was

used from mid-1970 to 1979. In 1971,
end, or bail, fits flush against the SUS
nose, preventing dislocation by water
entry forces. Removal of the wire al-
lows the shallow firing piston to func-
tion.
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TURNED-OUT TURNED-IN
n HAIRPIN-SHAPED HAIRPIN-SHAPED
PRE f970- DO
NOT USE MID 1970- DO
NOT USE
n TURNED-IN
HAIRPIN-SHAPED HARPED-SHAPED
BAIL
~
1979- USE TO INTRODUCED IN SUS
REPLACE OLDER MANUFACTURED STARTING
DESIGNS ABOVE
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IN 1979
DWG 1374AS100
Figure 2-48. Depth Wire
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NAVAIR 11-1-107
2-390. SETTING. topside locker or isolate it where over-
a. Shallow: Remove the depth wire

with the aid of a screwdriver or similar
flat-ended tool. Retain for possible
pressrue cannot occur. Until the unit
can be used, place it on a shallow set-
ting or dispose of it. Tag the SUS with
its condition.
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replacement or use with'other SUS.
d. Insert the two ends of the wire
b. Deep: The depth wire remains in in the nose, on the side having two
the SUS; see paragraph 2-391.e. holes. Push straight in on the bail of
the wire until it bottoms flush with the
2-391. DEPTH WIRE REPLACEMENT. In the side of the nose, and the ends appear in
event that a shallow-set SUS is not the two holes on the opposite side. The
used, the depth wire shall be replaced new harp-shaped wire, however, does not
prior to returning the SUS to ship stow- appear on the opposite side.
age. (Replacement is optional for land
stowage.) This is a precautionary mea- e. Verify that the arming wire is
sure to prevent detonation in case of actually in the groove through the
flooding in the ship's magazine. Re- sighting hole, if a sighting hole is
place the depth wire, as follows: present.
a. First, verify that the shallow

piston groove is even with the installa-
tion holes. I CAUTIO~ :1
(1) In SUS with the sighting
hole, observe the groove in good light, The depth setting of
or each dual depth SUS must
(2) Use a depth gauge or wire in

the center hole on one side of the nose.
It should go in 13/16, 3/64 inches. If
be verified before being
used in ASW exercises.
This is a mandatory re-
quirement; it is in-
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it goes in less or more than the specif~ effective, however, if
ied tolerance, the piston is not in SUS of different depths
position. are mixed at any point,
or if care is not exer-
(3) On SUS having two elongated cised in loading them
slots on oppostie sides of the nose into the correct
piece, hold the SUS up to the light to launcher/dispenser or
determine if the piston is in position. ready stowage. This is
important to the target
b. If the piston groove is not submarine's safety in an
lined up, it may be possible to move the exercise; it is also
piston slightly up or down with a wire important to the ASW
or scribe. aircraft to eliminate
apparent operational
c. If the piston groove is in cor- duds (equipment turned
rect position, proceed to step 4. If on to detect a deep SUS
not, do not return the SUS to a stowage actually functioning
magazine in the ship. Store it in a shallow).
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n SECTION XXXV
n (P/N MS24665-136)
2-392. GENERAL. depth should be isolated from other high

explosives by adequate distance, to pre-
2-393. PURPOSE. The safety cotter pin vent sympathetic detonation; however, it
and tag provide safety when drag plate may be determined that the amount of
and arming wire assembly are not used. high explosives is less than that which
The pin p·revents SUS from arming under a would cause injury to personnel in the
pressure of a minimum 510 psi or 1150- water when detonated at the functioning
foot depth of water. depth of the SUS. Table 2-33 is based
on this expression (in equivalent weight
2-394. USE. A safety cotter pin is of TNT):
used on any SUS in the absence of an
arming wire, if the unit ordinarily uses Lethal Depth =
one. The safety cotter pin and tag are
not usually assembled in the SUS MK 59 44~total explosive weight
MOD 5, installed in aircraft for auto-
matic operation, but may be assembled in Injury Depth =
n those installed in life rafts for manual

arming enablement. Those normally using
arming wires are:
2-396.
64~explosive weight
DESCRIPTION.
SUS MK 22 MODS 0 and 1
(or Fuze MK 175 MOD 0) 2-397. The co.tter pin is a standard
SUS MK 59 MODS 0, Oa, 1, 1/16 x 1 inch pin, made of steel, MS
1a, 3 and 4 24665-136. The tag is printed on one
SUS MK 94 MOD 1 side, REMOVE PIN BEFORE LAUNCHING, and
on the reverse side, REPLACE PIN IF
2-395. LIMITATIONS. The safety cotter CHARGE IS NOT USED. (See figure 2-49.)
pin meets all the objectives in safe This cotter pin shears at different
handling, but does have pressure limita- pressures or depths, depending on the
tions (see paragraph 2-396). The safety size of the arming piston and the
cotter pin ultimately is sheared by deep surrounding stop washer configuration.
water pressure on the arming piston, (See table 2-33). The variations are:
causing the SUS to fire. (Table 2-33
presents the pin shear depths for vari- a. With zinc arming stop washer -
ous SUS.) This is an 1mportant shipboard
stowage consideration, particularly if SUS MK 59 MODS 0, Oa, 1 and 1a;
the SUS are stowed with other high- 2814 psi or 6340 ft
explosive items. Should the ship sink, SUS MK 59 MODS 3 and 4;
many people will be in the water. The 1429 psi or 3220 ft
overpressure from large amounts of ex- SUS MK 61, 64, 82, 83, 92, 94,
plosiv·es can cause either injuries or and 128;
fatalities. SUS that detonate at some 621 psi or 1400 ft
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b. With steel arming stop washer

(later design) - 510 psi or 1150-foot
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Do not remove more than
one safety cotter pin at
SUS MK 61, 64, 82, 83, 92, 94
and 128
a time, prior to launch-
ing SUS or loading in
dispenser. If the SUS
is not launched, replace
the pin. Do not return
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the SUS to its container
2-398. INSTALLATION. or stowage without the
cotter pin or arming
wire in place. Excep-
tion to this rule is:
2-399. Push the cotter pin through the all SUS that detonate at
arming wire hole in the arming piston, 1000-foot depth or
and spread cotter pin legs enough to greater.
prevent the pin from falling out.
Slight spreading of the leg opening 2-400. Remove the pin grasping the tag
should be sufficient and still allow and pulling until clear. Save the
easy removal. cotter pin until the SUS is expended.
Figure 2-49. Safety Cotter Pin and Tag
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n Table 2-33. Safety Cotter Pin Underwater Safety
lSafety Cotter: Pin Shear Depth
n MK-MOD
*22-0
*22-1
60
Feet
300 800 1
RL
1.5 2
RL
RL
2.5
RL
RL
1000's Feet
RL
RL
3 3.5
RL
RL
4
RL
RL
5 6 +
I(? L
~F
L
57 p @F
59-0
59-0a
R
R
R
R
R R R R R R R II F/N N
R R R R R R R F/N N
A)
59-1 R R R R R R R R R F/N N
59-1a R R R R R R R R R F/N N
**OLD 59-2 R R R R R R R R R F/N N
59-3 RL RL RL RL RL ~ L/N N N N N N
B)
59-4 RL RL RL RL RL L/N N N N N N
*59-5 R R R R II F/N N N N N
61 p p F II F
**64 p p F 11 F
82 p p
(C)
F
~F
83 p F P II F/N
**92 p. p F F
94 OLD p F/N p II F/N N N N N N N N N
94 NEW RL L/N Rr_,l L/N N N N N N N N N
**128 p p F II F
XlOOO lb Injury 3 12 30 59 103 163 244 476 823
n Explosives
*Not confirmed by test,

Death
**Normally will not initiate adjacent SUS.

11 39 93 183 316 503 751 1467 2535
Shear Depths: @ 6340', @ 3220', @ 1150' (steel stop washer), @ 1400' (zinc stopwasher)
F = Fire on shearing N = Normal firing
P = Firing pressure R = Firing pin released and under pressure
L = Locked (arming piston by firing pin)
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2-401. GENERAL. 2-11. Note that it is short and of
large diameter, and is not interchange-
2-402. PURPOSE. Firing mechanisms pro- able with the second configuration. The
vide deep-depth selectability in the second configuration, used in SUS MK 59
field to match changing environmental or MODS Oa, 1a, 2, 3, and 4, is long and of
experimental requirements. They also small diameter. It is designated the MK
provide the means for safe shipboard 43 MOD 0 and listed in tables 2-10 and
high explosive stowage without segrega- 2-15; and illustrated in figures 2-12,
tion of deep-depth SUS. 2-13, 2-14, 2-15, 2-16, and 2-17.
2-403. USE. There are two configura- 2-404. DESCRIPTION. The MK 43 MOD 0
tions. One configuration, now obsoles- firing mechanism is described in Section
cent, is used in the SUS MK 59 MODS 0, XIII, which deals with the SUS MK 59 MOD
and 1. This configuration is listed in 3. Instructions for installation and
table 2-8 and illustrated in figure removal of the mechanism is included.
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SECTION XXXVII
n 2-405. GENERAL.
DELAY DROGUE
figure-eight knot or tying around the
block. Be sure that the knot will not
2-406. PURPOSE. Delay drogues are de- pull through, and ensure that the cord
vices that slow sinking SUS to allow bites into the sides to prevent slip-
surface craft to get clear prior to SUS page. Tie the bitter end of cord to the
detonations. This helps prevent damage tail shroud of the SUS.
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to the vessel or instrumentation.
2-407. USE. The delay drogue is nor- WARNING

mally used with shallow-set SUS such as
the MK 61, MK 64, MK 82 MOD 0, MK 83, MK
92, MK 128 MOD 1, MK 82 MOD 1, and MK Do not buoy the SUS
128 MOD 0. for neutral or positive
buoyancy. This is an
2-408. DESCRIPTION. (see figure 2-50). explosive hazard to
Compute the escape time from the drop navigation and could
point to the required safe stand-off sink large ships.
distance. Table 1-2 may be used as a
n guide. (Also, see paragraph 2-376.)

Using the minimum depths for SUS deton-
ation of 50 feet, for 60-foot setting or
270 feet, for 300-foot setting, divide
2-409. The following data is given as
an example for figuring the required
delay drogue length. It is used in con-
this depth by the required escape time junction with figure 2-50. The condi-
(distance ft/sec of boatspeed). If tions are as follows:
this figure exceeds 16.8 ft/sec (SUS
sink rate), a drogue is not needed. See a. A knot is equal to 1.68 feet per
figure 2-50 for this calculated maximum second.
safe sink rate. There are four curves,
each for a different cross section of b. There exists a 100-foot safe
rigid, closed-cell foam block. Where stand-off.
the safe sink rate intersects the curve
selected, drop straight down to find the c. A 4 X 4 inch foam block cross-
volume of foam needed. Divide required section is chosen.
volume by the appropriate cross section
to obtain the length of the block. (See d. The boat speed is 3 knots, or
example, paragraph 2-409.) The figure approximately 5 feet per second.
can be used conversely to determine the
sink rate of any drogue/SUS assembly of 100 feet 20 seconds to obtain
=
the four cross sections represented by 5 ft/sec safe stand-off
the curves. Secure the foam block by
passing a 2 foot length of cord either 50 foot depth 2.5 ft/sec desired
=
through the block lengthwise and tying a 20 seconds maximum SUS sink rate
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2-410. Enter the left-hand side of the cross-section area to obtain the block's
table in figure 2-47 with 2.5. Rule
right, to curve C, for a 4 X 4 inch foam
block. Drop down from curve C to read
95 cubic inches. Divide cube volume by
length.
95 cubic inches
4 x 4 inches
= 5.9 inches
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2-163/(2-164 blank)
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CHAPTER 3
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PACKAGING
and used for electronic SUS when the
unit package is not required. The other
3-2. Packaging protects the SUS so it is for some electronic SUS which require
survives the shelf life period. The unit packaging and is not standard.
protection of the SUS contributes to
physical safety for personnel, material, 3-6. STANDARD SYSTEM. The standard
submarines, and ships, and ensures oper- system is modular. Six or eight SUS are
ational reliability. packed in a metal exterior container.
Twenty exterior containers, for 15 inch
3-3. PROTECTION. Packaging holds num- long SUS, are strapped to a metal pallet
bers of SUS together for economical base. For 21 inch long SUS, 18 contain-
handling and logistic control. It also ers are stacked on each pallet.
protects the SUS. Handling during ship-
ping, stowing, underway replenishment, 3-7. UNIT PROTECTION SYSTEM. This sys-
shipboard strike down, and shipboard tem is similar to the standard system.
strike up creates a period of high Starting in 1978, some electronic SUS
impact for shock loads. Shipboard are packaged in hermetically-sealed
stowage subjects the packaged SUS to metal cans. Six cans, or unit contain-
n long-term vibration and movement on an

unstable platform. The packaging cush-
ioning absorbs all of this punishment
for the SUS. Additionally, it acts as a
ers, are packaged in a metal exterior
container. Twenty exterior containers
are strapped to a pallet.
containment to hold the SUS arming wire

assemblies engaged. The hard exterior 3-8. SYSTEM CONFIGURATION. See figure
of the packaging provides an environ- 3-1.
mental seal against humidity, salty air,
accidental sprinkling and flash fire.
This environmental seal is also a ship- 3-9. UNIT CONTAINERS.
board safety measure against overpres-
sure that can develop from magazine 3-10. The explosive SUS normally has no
sprinkling, ruptured fire mains, or unit container. A heat-sealed or zip-
watertight compartment testing. The SUS lock-type plastic bag were used for all
is insulated by cushioning that materi- electronic SUS between 1968 and 1978,
ally delays the affects of a fire that and with some explosive SUS. Each bag
would result in detonation. For these included a unit of desiccant and a hum-
reasons, packaging should receive atten- . idity indicator. The plastic bag was
tion as a most important logistic sup- employed to keep moisture from the sea
port~ element; failure to give it close water battery in the electronic SUS, but
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attention could be disasterous. this system failed because the sharp
corners and edges of the SUS cut through
3-4. SYSTEMS. with vibration or shocks when suspended
in the styrofoam cushioning. It was
3-5. There are two basic packaging sys- discontinued. Do not replace bags once
tems. One is standard for explosive SUS they are removed. (S~e figures B-6, 7,
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NAVAIR 11-1-107
8, and 9 in Appendix B.) The hermeti- prevent movement. Figure 3-2 illustra-
cally-sealed metal ~an or hermetically-
sealed the signal replaced the plastic
bag for electronic SUS. The can has a
tes the three containers used for stor-
age of SUS. Figure 3-3 details the typ-
ical arrangement of SUS, dunnage, and
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full pull-out end panel. The SUS is associated items in an exterior contain-
surrounded in the can by a rubberized
horse hair pad, and a fiberboard disc is
placed at the panel end to distribute
shock loading for the prevention of pre-
mature opening. A lanyard extends up
er.
3-12. The SUS are sandwiched between

contoured styrofoam trays. The SUS pos-
itions are reversed and offset in each
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from the tail of the SUS to assist in layer to maintain an equalized load and
removal. The electronic SUS, packaged web thicknesss. The bottom tray is con-
in the can, contains its desiccant. in- toured only on the upper side. The top
ternally and has a humidity indicator, tray is similar, except that it is con-
visible in the end of the SUS tail when toured only on the bottom side and has a
the end panel is removed (before SUS shallow storage pocket, for desiccant,
removal). (See figures B-11, 12, 13, humidity indicator, ammunition data
14, 15, and 16 in Appendix B.) The unit card, and the field Instruction and
container was not needed tvith the elec- Safety Precaution Sheet (illustrated in
tronic SUS introduced in 1981, which Apendix B) in the top side. The styro-
have a hermetically-sealed battery. foam trays are treated to prevent a
This SUS was packaged much like the buildup of static electricity.
explosive SUS.
3-13. Exterior containers of SUS are
3-11. EXTERIOR CONTAINER. The exterior stowed in shipboard magazines, in stow-
container for the short, D size, 15 inch ages specially designed to receive them.
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SUS have been either the MK 1 Small Arms (See figure 3-4.) They rest on and
Ammunition Box, fitting 8 light-weight against angle iron bearers and are re-
SUS or 6 heavy SUS, or the MK 3 MOD 3 tained in place by removable battens and
20-MM Ammunition Box, fitting 6 SUS. stanchions. In shore magazine storge,
The exterior container for the long, E they may remain either on pallets; or
size, 21-inch SUS has been the 2.25 stacked, perferably on runners off the
Rocket Container MK 2, fitting 6 SUS. floor to prevent rusting on the bottom.
The containers are heavy gauge metal in
two pieces, the box and the cover.
Clamp-down latches retain the cover. 3-14. PALLETS.
Each latch is secured with removable
wire locks called safety-retaining pins. 3-15. Two similar types of four-way en-
The cover has a rubber gasket, cemented try metal pallets are used to support
in place, that mates with the top edge SUS in a unitized load. They are of
of the box (knife edge) to make a water- different size. The MK 12 is the nor-
tight seal. The watertightness is test- mally associated with SUS with the MK 1
ed under 5 psi. The exterior is con- and 3 containers; the MK 3 pallet with
toured with strengthening ribs; the the long E size SUS in MK 2 containers.
cover and bottom additionally provide (See figure 3-5.) Wooden pallets, mea-
interlocks to stabilize stacking and to suring 40 by 48 inches, type I, class A.
prevent shifting stacks. A bail-type specified in MIL-P-3938, were used for -~
handle is recessed in each end, and is
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electronic SUS during the 1978 to 1979
used for carrying or lashing down to period.
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(STARTING 1978)
n EXPLOSIVE
sus
ELECTRONIC
sus
"" HORSE
HAIR
CUSHIO\
STYROFOAM
TRAYS
MK3BOX
MK1
BOX
MK3
OR WOODEN OR
MK 12 MK 12 METAL
METAL PALLET PALLET
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ALL EXPLOSIVE SUS

AND
ELECTRONIC SUS 1981 ELECTRONIC SUS
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UNIT NONE PLASTIC BAG
UNIT
CONTAINER
HERMETICALLY
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CONTAINER
SEALED CAN
1968 TO 1978. 1979 TO 1981
6 OR 8 UNITS EACH
EXTERIOR
MK 1 OR 3
METAL
AMMUNITION (~)IX 21 INCH LONG SUS IN MK 21
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CONTAINER CONTAINER
20 EXTERIOR CONTAINERS EACH
MK 12
METAL
UNIT
LOAD
AMMUNITION
OR COMMERCIAL
.WOODEN
(FOR ELECTRONIC SUS)
PALLET BASE
(ALL METAL AFTER 1980)
(EIGHTEEN 21 INCH
SUS CONTAINERS ON MK 3 PALLET)
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n 1.6 cu
36 CUBES
SMALL ARMS AMMO. BOX MK 1 MOD 0
49 CUBES
2.22 cu
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2.25 ROCKET
CONTAINER
MK2MODO
31 CUBES
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3-5
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3-16. UNIT LOAD. The exterior contain- ling and Storage or Naval Ordnance
ers are banded together in palletized Aboard Ammunition Ships for information
unit loads, as illustrated in figure in the subject areas. Table 3-1 gives
3-2. Twenty MK 1 and 3 containers are weight and cube data for pallet loads.
secured on the MK 12 pallet, and 18 MK 2
n containers are secured on the MK 3

pallet. The containers are vertically
interlocked. They are banded to the
pallet as required by WR-54/131 and
WR-54/167 for Fleet Issue Unit Leads,
I CAUTION
The pallet stacking

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height maximums are as
which details the type and size of follows:
strapping, the seals (or securing de-
vices) and number, the edge protectors, MK 3 container on MK 12
and the unit load stacking height. pallet: 5 high.
3-17. The palletized unit load is hand- MK 1 container on MK 12

led by fork lift equipment and hand pallet: 4 high. With
trucks. The four-way openings in the Inert or Electronic SUS,
base provide for this. See NAVAIR 11- 5 high is permissible.
120A-1.1 (Technical Manual) Airborne
Weapons, Packaging/Handling/Stowage, and MK 2 container on MK 3
NAVORD OP 3206 (Technical Manual) Hand- pallet: 4 high.
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OBSOLESCENT
DECK SUPPORT
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3-18. DESICCANT. Vapor Transmission Rate (WVTR) of the

package, established by test, requires a
3-19. Desiccant is provided in packag- specific number of units of desiccant to
ing to absorb moisture from inside the keep its internal air continuously dry,
package when initially closed, and under the worst storage conditions, for
moisture that subsequently leaks through the period of its required shelf life
gaskets and/or plastic material. The (in addition to the initial drying).
internal air is dried to prevent deteri- The outside of the external container is
oration of the materials to be protect- marked to indicate the use of desiccant,
ed, such as TETRYL, sea water batteries, such as:
electronic parts, and metal surfaces.
The internal dryness sets up an imbal- METHOD II PACKAGE
ance with the moisture outside the pack-
PACKAGED WITH DESICCANT.
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age, called vapor pressure.- This pres-
sure increases with a rise in tempera- DO NOT OPEN UNTIL READY
ture and relative humidity. The Water FOR USE OR INSPECTION.
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sus sus EXTERNAL CONTAINER (3) CONTAINER (1) UNITIZED LOAD PALLET I
UNIT
MK-MOD WT MK-MOD WT NO. SUS CUBE WT NO. CONT PALLET (WT) WT(2) CUBES
59-0a,2,3 13.5 MK 1-0 20.75 6 1.6 104 20 MK 12 (110) 2190 36 I
MK 3-3 15.00 6 1.3 99 20 MK 12 (110) 2090 31 I
59-1 15.7 MK 2-0 29 .oo 6 2.2 126 18 MK 3 (94) 2362 49

59-4 ~6.0 MK 2-0 29.00 6 2.2 127 18 MK 3 (94) 2380 49
59-5 5.7 MK 3-3 15.00 6 1.3 52 20 MK 12 (110) 1150 31
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61,64,82, 6.8 MK 1-0 20.75 8 1.6 78 20 MK 12 ( 110) 1670 36

83,95,128 MK 3-3 15.00 6 1.3 58 20 MK 12 (110) 1270 31
84-0/1 6.5 MK 1-0 20.75 8 1.6 75 Wood (90) 1590 36

(nominal) MK 1-0 20.75 8 1.6 75 20 MK 12 ( 110) 1610 36
MK 3-3 15.00 6 1.3 56 Wood (90) 1590 31
94-0 7.0 MK 1-0 20.75 8 1.6 79 20 MK 12 ( 110) 1690 36

MK 3-3 15.00 6 1.3 59 20 MK 12 (110) :> 1290 31
94-1 9.0 MK 2-0 29.00 6 2.2 85 18 MK 3 (94) 1624 49
NOTES: (1) Estimated with 2 to 3 lb added for dunnage, and rounded off.
(2) Estimated without banding weight or MK 12 MOD 0-1 pallet weight
variation included.
(3) External containers: MK 1-0- Small Arms Box MK 1 MOD 0
MK 2-0 - Rocket Container MK 2 MOD 0
MK 3-3 - 20 MM. Ammunition Box MK 3 MOD 3
c c c c c
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[:CAUTION I with several large blue dots on a blot-

ter card. Each dot has.the humidity
range marked at which it turns pink. A
Do not open containers single blue dot is visible in the tail
except to use contents. of some electronic SUS to indicate the
n Close immediately. Ex-

posure of the desiccant
adds:
0.284 grams of water in

condition inside the battery compart-
ment. A leaky container during humid
summer weather causes the indicator to
turn pink, and the moisture could damage
the battery. During subsequent dry win-
15 minutes to each unit ter months, the moisture would reverse,
of desiccant; with the vapor pressure moving it out.
The indicator again shows a blue color,
1.136 grams of water in indicating that the damaged battery is
1 hour to each unit of good. Use caution with this indicator.
desiccant; Observe other parts for rust, corrosion,
residue, and the appearance of the
3.25 grams of water in 8 instruction/precaution sheet and the
hours to each unit of ammunition data card. Nevertheless, a
desiccant. pink indication is one of current high
humidity.
One unit of desiccant
will absorb no more than 3-23. NON-REVERSIBLE. The non-reversi-
10.56 grams. ble humidity indicator does not indicate
existing conditions, but permanently in-
The interior wet air al- dicates if a damaging humidity level
lowed to get into the ever occured. This indicator is com-
open container adds more posed of a blotter with a hole in it.
water during re-dry- The hole and surrounding area are cov-
down. Do not open the ered with a clear adhesive tape. In the
SUS container to inspect hole, between the sandwich of tape, is a
unless fully-activated layer of salts. These salts appear as
desiccant is available fine ground corn meal; they dissolve in
to replace the desiccant the presence of a specific critical
in the container. level of humidity - 80 percent for the
electric SUS battery compartment. The
3-20. HUMIDITY INDICATOR. dissolved salts, are absorbed by the
surrounding blotter. This results in a
3-21. There are two types in use. The yellow stain, and the hole appears as a
first indicates current humidity condi- clear window.
tions, changing as the conditions
change, or reversible. The second type 3-24. INDICATION. In reversible-type
is non-reversible. It reacts only when humidity indicators, blue indicates that
a damaging level of humidity is experi- the desiccant is now dry. Pink means
enced, with an indication that is per- that the dessicant is saturated. In the
manent. non-reversible-type,. the lack of a stain
indicates that the desiccant is and has
3-22. REVERSIBLE. The reversible humid- always been dry. The presence of a
ity indicator, is the type used most stain shows that the desiccant is or has
frequently. It is usually configured been saturated. These are indications
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of the desiccant and level of humidity,

not the condition of an SUS. The SUS
can exist in humid conditions for ex-
information on stock and NALC numbers.
Another section includes preparation for
return to stowage if the SUS is not
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used, and guidance in disposal. A third
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tended periods, without protection, be-
fore failure. The critical issue, section covers most of the safety pre-
therefore, is when the high humidity cautions for the SUS. The sheet is
first occurred. If a SUS is received illustrated and uses as few words as
unopened from the supply system and high possible. (See Appendix B for samples.)
humidity is already indicated, do not
use the unit. Once the unit is opened, 3-29. MARKING.
a high humidity indication should be
regarded as a sign to use that particu- 3-30. Marking is similar on both the
lar unit first. In the first instance, explosive and electronic SUS packaging.
the SUS history is unknown; however, They differ to the extent that the elec-
when the desiccant is known to have tronic SUS are produced and shipped
saturated only recently, the unit may be commercially, requiring additonal mark-
regarded as in a state of unprotected ing; explosive SUS are produced in a
service life. government depot and have additional
hazardous material markings.
3-25. AMMUNITION DATA CARD.
3-26. The card is stowed in the recess 3-31. ELECTRONIC SUS MARKING. Figure
of the top styrofoam tray in the exter- 3-6 illustrates the package markings and
nal container. The card indicates the their locations. Many of the markings
entire configuration and manufacturing are repeated on the SUS itself. The
history of the SUS production lot, and
is of use mostly to ammunition depots.
It is a valuable tool, when malfunctions
occur, to assist in determining the
marking elements include:
a. Identification. This includes

the SUS name, MK-MOD, stock and NALC
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cause. It is recommended that the user, numbers, the manufacturer's identifca-
pull the card when the container is tion and part number, and because it
opened for use. Mark the date on the looks like an explosive device and is
card when the container is opened. When packaged like one, it is marked NON-
the SUS are expended, throw the card EXPLOSIVE.
away. If a malfunction occurs, mark and
retain it for possible follow-up action b. Logistical data. This encom-
by technical personnel. The Cognizant passes SUS quantity, level of preser-
Field Activity (CFA) for SUS is Code 502 vation, packing code, weight, and cube
at WPNSTA Yorktown. and lot numbers.
3-27. INSTRUCTION AND SAFETY PRECAU- c. Shelf life date.

TIONS SHEET.
d. Warnings. Critical guidelines
3-28. This is also contained in each for stacking, protection, and opening
external container. One section in- are given.
cludes instructions on what parts to
check, how to set the SUS, how to use
the SUS, and in some cases, logistical
e. Contractual Data. This provides
the contract number and contractor.
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DIAGONALLY OPPOSITE (TBD)
n UNITIZED PALLET LOAD

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n EXTERNAL
CONTAINER
6
SIDE & END (TBD)
EXAMPLES:
n NSNAND NALC
SIGNAL UNDERWATER SOUND
MK 84 MOD 1 (NONEXPLOSIVE)
SEA
4 BAR CODE LABEL
START
NSN
LOT (UNDERLINE) 5 BAR CODE LABEL IN TOP POSITION,

WT CU (GROSS WEIGHT NEAREST LB) READING DOWN
(CU NEAREST 10TH FT3) NSN
CHANGE TO CODE C 9403 SPACE
(YEAR/MONTH SHELF LIFE EXPIRES) OWNERSHIP, 5 FOR NSN, 1 CHARACTER
STORE UNDER COVER SPACE
STACKING Ll MIT 15 FT MATERIAL CONDITION CODE, A FOR
READY-FOR-ISSUE, 1 CHARACTER
2 NALC
LOT (UNDERLINE) 6 BAR CODE LABEL, ONE PER LOT
LOT, 13 OR 14 CHARACTERS
3 SUSMK84MOD 1 SPACE
160 EA (LOTS NOT MIXED IN LOAD) SHELF LIFE MONTH AND YEAR,
(OR EXAMPLE) 4 CHARACTERS
SUS MK 84 MOD 1 SPACE
16 EA LOT (UNDERLINE LOT NO.) QUANTITY, UP TO 5 CHARACTERS
144 EA LOT (UNDERLINE LOT NO.)
160 EA TOTAL
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3-32. EXPLOSIVE SUS MARKING. Figure instruction sheet tells what it should
3-7 illustrates the external container
part of the markings up to 1981. The
markings vary, but more on less follow a
pattern that includes:
look like and what action to take, if
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a. Stock numbers on side; NALC on
side and both ends.
b. Quantity on side.
(2) Remove one SUS and compare
its markings against those on the box.
(3) Read or review instruction

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and safety precaution sheet if not done
c. Name, MK and MOD on side. already.
d. Weight and cube on side.

(4) If free water is observed in
e. Lot number on side and both the external container, dry the contain-
ends. er contents _and tag it. Use the unit
first if it is: MK 59 series with fir-
f. Type of explosive on side, DOT ing mechanism installed; SUS MK 61, 64,
proper shipping name, EXPLOSIVE BOMBS, 82, 83, 94, 128; SUS MK 84 MOD 1 (MRI)
and the Coast Guard class designation, in rusted-through unit cans when the
such as III or X-B, on top. (See Hazard built-in humidity indicators do not
in each SUS characteristics table in indicate internal damage; SUS MK 84 MOD
Chapter 2.) 1 (SIPPICAN). No additional action
other than drying and tagging is
g. Restricted use marking (if ap- •necessary for SUS MK 84 (MRI) sealed in
plicable) on sides and ends.
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unit containers (not rusted through), MK
95, and SUS MK 59 series inert firing
3-33. PRECAUTIONS. mechanisms. Request instructions from
NAVWPNSTA Yorktown, 502, when returning
3-34. The following are general and the SUS MK 4 MOD 0 (SANDERS and
apply to all SUS. PHAOSTRON), AND MK 84 MOD 1 (MRI) for
testing and battery replacement.
a. Avoid opening boxes in a wet See the MRI instruction sheet or table
place. 2-23, as the capability of refurbishment
varies with the lot and contract. Dis-
b. Lash boxes in aircraft and boats regard the container instruction sheet
to prevent shifting of the load during local disposal instructions; return for
manuevers. the recovery of silver out of the sea
water battery and plating in accordance
c. Prior to opening a box, check to with paragraph 1-61.d. Request disposi-
see if the latches are secured by a tion instructions for the following:
safety wire or pin. If secured by eith- SUS MK 59 MODS Oa, 1a, 2, 3, 4 without
er, the box probably has not been open- installed firing mechanisms, all SUS
ed. Check for attached tags and notes. unassembled explosive sections and
arming and firing mechanisms, and any
d. On first opening, SUS not assembled tightly (lockwashers
not flat); otherwise, accept low relia-
(1) Without delay, observe hum-
idity indicator color. The enclosed
bility, which is not a safety problem.
(See paragraph 1-61.d.)
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n EXPLOSIVE BOMBS
CG X-B
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FSN 1361-065-7733 SWOB

6 sus
MK 61 MOD 0
PROD LOT 3-C-70 LOADED 6/70~
P.O. 7-9997
WT 58 LBS CU FT 1.3
CAUTION
TYPE 3
TETRYL
PACKAGED WITii
DESICCANT
DO NOT OPEN
UNTIL READY FOR USE
OR INSPECTION
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Figure 3-7. Typical Explosive SUS Container Markings
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e. Replace all packing material any kind, and that all cover latches are
(except plastic bag·s), depth wires if
removed from SUS, and arming wire assem-
blies or safety cotter pins; relatch
used to secure the cover. A safety wire
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cover and make watertight.
f. Prior to returning SUS to its

external container, install in the SUS
the depth setting wire and assembly, or
ensure that the safety cotter pin is in-
3-35. LOGISTIC REFERENCE.
3-36. Quantity, weight, and cube of

various packaging configurations are as
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stalled. If on shipboard, remove firing follows:
mechanism of SUS MK 59 series, except
MOD 5, for which, there are special
stowage requirements. (See paragraph 3-37. QUANTITY. There are three box
2-176.) configurations and three pallet
configurations as described in tables
g. Ensure that the inside of exter- 3-1 and 3-2 and in figure 3-2.
nal container and packing trays are dry
prior to returning SUS.
Table 3-2. Pallet/Container
h. Repack SUS in boxes with the Combinations and Resulting
same markings and use all trays or cush- Quantity of SUS
ioning to fill the box, even if it is
less than a full box load of SUS. Tag PALLETS CONTAINERS sus
boxes with information if the marking is
different, if the quantity is less than MK 3 18 (6 sus ea) 108
full, if the desiccant was exposed for MK 12 20 (6 sus ea) 120
more than 15 minutes, or if the firing
mechanism is a depth other than that
indicated on box.
MK 12 20 (8 sus ea) 160
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i. Shipboard repackaging of SUS may 3-38. WEIGHTS. Table 3-1 gives the
involve the safety of the ship and per- respective weights of the SUS, con-
sonnel. Be familiar with the safety tainers, and pallets. The total weights
section of Chapter 1. There are three are calculated as follows:
major safety provisions involved in re-
packaging: a. Full Container Weight = SUS
weight x SUS per container + empty
(1) The arming wire assembly or container weight+ dunnage weight.
a safety cotter pin is installed and
packing trays physically prevent disen- b. Pallet Unit Load Weight = full
gagement while the unit is packaged. container weight x container per pallet
\ + pallet weight + banding weight.
(2) Either the depth wire is in-
stalled or the firing mechanism is re-
moved (not applicable ashore). See spe- 3-39. CUBE (RECTANGULAR MEASUREMENT).
cial instructions for SUS MK 59 MOD 5. Cube measurement refers to the volume
required by a container or pallet for
(3) A check is made to ensure
that the cover gasket is clean, that the
box knife edge is free of material of
storage or shipping purposes. Table 3-1
gives the cube numbers for the con-
tainers and pallets associated with SUS. u
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3-40. The following are cubic determi- b. MK 12 MOD 0 Pallet

n nations for containers:
X
35 inches
45.5 inches
a. MK 1 container X 5.125 inches
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= 4. 72 cubic feet
18.5 inches long 1728
x 9.5 inches wide = 1.54 cubic feet;
x 15.13 inches high Stacking height c. MK 12 MOD 1 Pallet
1728 is 14.75 inches~
35 inches
X 45.5 inches
b. MK 2 container X 4.75 inches 4.38 cubic feet
1728
29.03 inches long
x 11.22 inches wide Table 3-3. Pallet/Container
x 11.87 inches high Combinations and Resulting
= 2.24 cubic feet
1728 Cubic Feet
PALLETS CONTAINERS CUBIC FEET

c. MK 3 container
*MK 3 MK2 48.4
18.25 inches long *:*MK 12-0 MK 1 35.8
x 9.32 inches wide = 1.27 cubic feet; **MK 12-0 MK3 30.3
x 12.88 inches high Stacking height **MK 12-1 MK 1 35.4
1728 is 12.75 inches. **MK 12-1 MK3 29.9
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* (container length + width) x
(container length + two widths) x
(three containers high+ pallet
ations for pallets: height) = cube.
** (two container lengths) x

(five container widths) x
a. MK 3 Pallet
(container overall height +
container stacking height +
48 inches x 40 inches
pallet height) = cube.
x 4.75 inches = 5.28 cubic feet
1728
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MISS-DISTANCE
n 4-1. PURPOSE. 4-5. LLOYD MIRROR EFFECT.
4-2. In any exercise, the accuracy of

weapons delivery is a measure of the 4-6. This phenomenon makes miss-dis-
weapon system in general and expertise tance determination possible. It is the
of the personnel team manning the de- interference between the direct and sur-
livery platform. In ASW operational ex- face reflected signals arriving at the
ercises, the accuracy of launching a target submarine from the same sinking
simulated kill store from an aircraft source. Figure 4-1 illustrates how the
relative to a submerged submarine, or effect occurs and is used. At the point
miss-distance, can be evaluated using the SUS activates and begins to transmit
the MK 84 SUS. an acoustic signal, the SUS vibrates the
water at a nominal 3200 times a second,
4-3. SIMULATED KILL STORE. The elec- resulting in an equal number of single
tronic SUS MK 84 series is also called pressure pulses. This is the sound in
an attack signal when it simulates a the water. If this is picked up on a
kill store. The SUS is pre-set on the hydrophone and displayed on an oscillo-
appropriate codes and launched from bomb scope, it appears as in (b). The height
n rack adapters, sonobuoy launcher-

containers (SLC), or free-fall chutes.
Within three seconds of water entry (in
warm climates, 1.2 seconds) the coded
of the pulses would increase if the sin-
gle pressure pulses were stronger, or
reduce if weaker. At position (1), the
sound travels directly to the target
signal is propagated through the water submarine and also to the surface, where
in all directions. The target submarine it is reflected. The reflected sound
hears the coded SUS output on passive moves from the surface to the submarine.
sonar or underwater telephone. The code (See path A and B.) The surface reflec-
indicates if the SUS is the simulated tion path is longer than the direct
kill store or an exercies communication path. The sound, or acoustic signal
message. See Figure 2-41 for a descrip- energy in the reflected path, is weaker
tion of the codes. due to the reflection loses and the
greater distance traveled.
4-4. Other important characteristics of
the SUS MK 84, for the purpose of deter- 4-7. Simultaneous arrival, at the sub-
mining miss-distance, are tone frequency marine, of the direct signal and surface
and sink rate. The high tone (f2) is reflection signal creates the effect.
near ~.5 kHz; the low tone (f1) is at If, as in (c), the pressure pulse of
least three percent lower, but not below both paths arrives at the receiver at
2.95 kHz. The sink rate is approximate- the same time, the pressure pulses add,
ly 15 feet per second. Both of these and the sound is louder. On the other
n characteristics affect the measuring

accuracy, and because of the variations,
a tolerance must be accepted on the re-
sults. The Code 5 continuous tone sim-
plifies and improves accurancy in read-
hand, if the pressure pulse from one
path arrives at the receiver out of
phase with, or lagging behind the arriv-
ing pulses from the other path, the re-
sult is a reduced volume, as shown in
ing the miss-distance. (d). As the SUS MK 84 sinks from
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position (1) to position (2), 'the path c. Record the submarine depth,
lengths are constantly changing, rela-
tive to each other. The 3200 Hz tone
follows the change by alternately get-
speed, and course at the time of the
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sounding like.a warble. This warble is mine the miss-distance correction.
the Lloyd Mirror Effect, a variation of
signal amplitude due to adding and re- 4-9. READING MINIMUM. (See figure
ducing effects of two out-of-phase sig- 4-3.) The example and nomogram only
nals. To use this effect, it must be consider the nominal frequency of the
put into a form to be measured on a signal, 3200 Hz. The Lloyd Mirror
graphic level recorder. The composite Effect is valid only for combining the
acoustic signal is rectified to see only individual pulses of the direct and re-
one side, and the 3200 Hz tone is aver- flected signals of a specific frequency.
aged to look at the loudness level as it In codes 1 through 4, the frequency is
varies. The result is recorded graphi- higher or lower than 3200 Hz, in a timed
cally. (See (f).) The time between sequence. Figure 4-3 illustrates the
adjacent minimums is proportional to the affects of shifting between these two
distance between the submarine and the frequencies on the graphic level
sinking MK 84, for a given submarine recording. Code 5, a continuous tone,
depth. Should the listening target sub- does not have these irregularities.
marine be deeper, the time between mini- Examples (h) and (i) of figure 4-1
mums for that range would be shorter. illustrate this. When the frequency
(See examples in (g), (h), and (i).) shifts, the new frequency has a short
overlap period where the short path
4-8. MISS-DISTANCE. To calculate the phase of the new frequency is being
miss-distance, the time interval between combined with the long path phase of the
adjacent minimum points of the singal
trace on the chart recorder is measured.
Then, using the nomogram of figure 4-2,
old frequency greatly complicating anal-
ysis of the signal chart. This change
in frequency also offsets the location
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place a straight edge against the sub- of the minimums resulting from phase
marine depth on the left to the time combination at the new frequency. For
interval between the minimums on the accurate miss-distance, the phase can
right. Read the miss-distance on the only be related from the same frequency
center scale in yards. This distance arriving over the direct and reflected
should then be corrected for the dis- paths. For this reason, the trace
tance the submarine traveled from the should be read only in the areas where
time of the MK 84 water entry until the the shift is not taking place. This
time the interval of minimums was picked cannot be done for the longer ranges or
off the recording. The signal trace shallower submarine depths. Therefore,
should be measured 5 to 6 seconds after code 5 should always be used for miss-
start to allow the sink rate to stabi- distance determination.
lize. To assist in the miss-distance
determination:
4-10. LIMITATIONS. The nomogram should
a. Tape record the signal so that be used with the knowledge that: the
it can be replayed at the best graphic probable accuracy will be within 100
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recorder speed for reading. yards; the speed of sound in water is
assumed to be 5070 feet per second; the
b. Determine the bearing of the SUS SUS MK 84 frequency is assumed to be
MK 84 from the submarine. 3200 Hz; the SUS MK 84 sink rate is
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errors at longer ranges); the SUS MK 84

n assumed to be 15 feet per second; the
submarine speed is effect on the Lloyd
Mirror Effect is not corrected for; the
water layered conditions could cause up
dropped in a turbulent wake may not
produce the Lloyd Mirror Effect. All
aforementioned considerations introduce
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to 25 percent range error in ranges up error in the miss-distance, to the
to 1500 yards (significantly larger degree that they are involved.
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(a)
(b)
+
ACOUSTIC TONE
LOUDER
(c)
H ABOUT 1.5 FT
IN THE WATER
IN-PHASE ADDS OR
AMPLIFIES SIGNAL
STRENGTH HEARD
AT SUB.
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(d)
+ ~REDUCED
..._LOUDNESS
OUT-OF-PHASE CANCELS
B
REDUCING SIGNAL STRENGTH
HEARD AT SUB.
DIFFERENCES IN A AND B PATH

LENGTHS CHANGES PHASE
RELATIONSHIP.
THE RESULTANT SIGNAL CAUSES

(e)
A LOUDNESS WARBLE HEARD AT
THE SUBMARINE DUE TO THE
PHASE SHIFT OF THE SURFACE-
REFLECTED SIGNAL
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SIGNAL RESULTING FROM COMBINATION OF

DIRECT SIGNAL AND SURFACE-REFLECTED
SIGNAL AS THE SUS SINKS PAST THE
SUBMARINE.
THE RESULTANT SIGNAL IS RECTIFIED AND AVERAGED, AND IS

DISPLAYED ON CHART RECORDER.
ONE SIDE OF LOUDNESS

ENVELOPE R ECOR OED.
THE TIME BETWEEN MINIMUMS IS
PROPORTIONAL TO THE RANGE
FROM MK 84 TO SUB AT ONE DEPTH;
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IT IS INVERSELY PROPORTIONAL TO
SUB DEPTH AT ONE RANGE.
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MISS-
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SUB DISTANCE _
DEPTH (g) EXAMPLES: CHART SPEED, 50 MM/SEC. (ACTUAL)
400' 200 YARDS
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300' 200 YARDS
50' 200 YARDS
600' 500 YARDS
400' 500 YARDS
300' 500YARDS
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50' 500 YARDS
600' 700 YARDS
700 YARDS
400'
TIME
0.32
SEC.
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(h) EXAMPLES: CHART SPEED, 10 MM/SEC.
SUB MISS-
DEPTH
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DISTANCE (ACTUAL)
600' 500 YARDS
400' 500 YARDS
300' 500 YARDS
600' 700YARDS
CODE ONE FREQUENCY SHIFT POINTS. .

DIRECT AND SURFACE PHASE INTERFERENCE,CHANGES WITH FREQUENCY.
400' 700 YARDS
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CODE 5, NO FREQUENCY SHIFTS
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50
60
0.10
0.09
50 0.08
0.07
0.06
n 0.05
Figure 4-2. Miss-Dist:mce Calculator
-n 4-9
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I :z
...... :x>
•' 0
~
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0
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CODE 2
FREQUENCY SHIFT POINTS
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I I
HIGH TONE
I I 1 112
SEC.
nr--------,
u I I I I
LOW TONE 1/2 SEC.
MIN AMPLITUDE
POINTS ARE INDEX
OF MISS-DISTANCE
~........-- MISS-DISTANCE MEASUREMENT ----.:?' f

SUBMARINE SNORKELING AT 5 KNOTS
L REGION OF STRONG SIGNAL INTENSITY __j ...

EXAMPLE OF CODES 1 THRU 4 FREQUENCY SHIFT IMPACT ON RECORDED TRACE.
CODE 5 WITHOUT FREQUENCY SHIFTS WOULD APPEAR MORE LIKE DOTTED LINE.
Figure 4-3. Code Frequency Shift Point Interference
c c c c c
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APPENDIX A
REFERENCE DATA
n A-1. This appendix is arranged in a

series of graphs, grouped in the se-
quence of use, from dropping platform,
air trajectory, wateL entry, and under-
water trajectory, to the Lesulting sound
and possible submarine damage.
Figure A-1. SUS SPEED/ALTITUDE DROP ENVELOPE. (Indicates the height and altitude
from which SUS may reliably be dropped.)
Figure A-2. SUS MK 84 MOD 1 ALTITUDE/SPEED LAUNCH ENVELOPE.
Figure A-3. SUS LOW ALTITUDE BALLISTIC DATA. (Reduced from photo record.)
Figure A-4. SUS MEDIUM ALTITUDE BALLISTIC DATA. (Reduced from photo record.)
Figure A-5. SUS FALL TIME.
Figure A-6. SUS WATER ENTRY ANGLE.
Figure A-7. SUS WATER ENTRY ANGLE/FORWARD THROW, MK 59 MOD 0 AND Oa.
n Figure A-8. SUS HIGH ALTITUDE BALLISTIC DATA, MK 61/64/82/83/94/128.

computed.)
(Data is
Figure A-9. SUS HIGH ALTITUDE BALLISTIC DATA, MK 84. (Data is computed.)
Figure A-10. SUS WATER ENTRY IMPACT VELOCITY, MK 61/64/82/83/94 MOD 0/128. (Data
is computed.)
Figure A-11. SUS WATER ENTRY IMPACT VELOCITY, MK 84 MOD 1. (Data is computed)
Figure A-12. WATER ENTRY ANGLE.
Figure A-13. VARIATIONS IN FUNCTIONING DEPTH FOR SHALLOW SERIES SUS.
Figure A-14. VARIATIONS IN FUNCTIONING DEPTH FOR DEEP SERIES SUS.
Figure A-15. EXPLOSIVE SUS POINT CHARGE SPECTRUM SOUND PRESSURE LEVEL.
Figure A-16. POINT CHARGE BUBBLE PULSE FUNCTIONAL CHARACTERISTICS.
Figure A-17. BUBBLE PULSE, VARIATIONS WITH DEPTH AND WEIGHT OF TNT POINT CHARGE.
Figure A-18. BUBBLE PULSE, VARIATIONS WITH DEPTH AND WEIGHT OF TETRYL POINT CHARGE.
A-1
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Figure A-19. BUBBLE PULSE, VARIATIONS WITH DEPTH AND WEIGHT OF CYCLOTOL POINT
Figure A-20.
CHARGE.
BUBBLE PULSE, VARIATIONS WITH DEPTH AND WEIGHT OF FLEXIBLE EXPLOSIVE

POINT CHARGE.
u
Figure A-21. TAIL IMPACT FUNCTIONING DEPTH VS. SPEED OF SUBMARINE, SUS MK 61/64/92.
u
u
A-2 u
:------------------------------------------~-~~---- - -
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n i=
w
n
w
Ll.
w
0
::l
1-
j::
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ct
' '
RELIABLE FOR: I i
H-+-++4-+---jjsus MK 59-0, Oa, 1, 1a, 3, 4/0 /1
~~--RELIABILITYFOR:
SUS MK 61/64/82/83/
iii - I
~ 84-0/92/128 WITH INCREASE OVER 2000 FT.
2,000
n
•._ , .
~~ !--
. l- SPEED ALTITUDE-
100KIAS
100
Mi
~~~
10 FEET
100
-t-t--H-+-+-i-1
150 300
~400 500
t--1'*~400 2000
0 2000
0 10
SPEED (KIAS)
-o
0 100 200 300 400
Figure A-1. SUS Speed/Altitude Drop Envelope
A-3
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u
100,00
9
B
7
5
SPEED
160
ENVELOPE
ALTITUDE
100
u
4
300 299 ~~~~
300 499 :E~F
3 380 1,850
380 10,000
188 10,000
2 163 1,500
70 1,500
30 100
(22 JUNE 1982)
-
-10 ,000
9
B
7
w 6
c
-
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1-
i= 4
u
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1- 3
w
w 1-
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9
B
7
6
5
1-- i=·
2
!-· !-
1- f-
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u
!-· !-·
KNOTSTAS
Figure A-2. SUS MK 84 MOD 1 Altitude/Speed Launch Envelope
A-4
u
0 :) :) :) ~
ALTITUDE (FEET)
100 200 400 600 800 1000
200
I /
I
190' I I 1/ I /
v
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I 1/
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/
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v v v v
170
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v
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v
1-
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2
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I
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v
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100
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/
SUS MK 61/64/82/83/128
MOD 0
~
>
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If I / / / ,/ ..
H
:::0
......
70 .....
300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000 1100 1200 1300 1400 1500 1600 1700 1800 1900 20'00 2100 2200 2300 2400 2500 .....II
.. :r FORWARD THROW (FEET) ......
0
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:r
0\
~
~
H
VELOCITY (KNOTS) ;;o
120 KNOTS ,_.
165 KNOTS 220 KNOTS ,_.
,.....I
v
1000
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7
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0
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900
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200
100
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/
v
~ v/ FOR MKSI/64/82/83/128
~
0_
~~ I I
0 200 400 600 800 1000 1200 1400 1600 1800 2000 2200 2400 2600 2800 3000
FORWARD THROW (FEET)

Figure A-4. SUS Medium Altitude Ballistic Data
c c c c c
NAVAIR 11-1-107
1000
n
n 900
TIME TO FALL
I
vs
ALTITUDE
FOR MK 61/64/82/83/128
800
If
700
I
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1-
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LL.
600
v
n
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0
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400
v
300
I
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200
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2
/ 3 4 5 6 7
I
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A-7
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10 20 30 40 50 90
IMPACT ANGLE (DEGREES FROM HORIZONTAL)
Figure A-6. Water Entry Angle (Sheet 1 of 2)
c, c c c c
NAVAIR ll-1-107
n
n
400
300
200
Ct.l
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w
>
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50
40
30
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20
n 20 30 40 50
IMPACT ANGLE (DEGREES FROM HORIZONTAL)
60 70 80
0 Figure A-6. Water Entry Angle (Sheet 2)
A-9
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Table A-3. Water Entry Angle (Degrees)/Forward Throw (Feet),

u
MK 59 MOD 0, Oa
75
u
.......
(/)
E-1
0 100
z
~
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E-1
1--1
0 125
0
....:1
~
>
150
200
100 200 400 600
ALTITUDE (FEET)
800 1000
u
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u
A-10
u
I
:) :) :) ~ ~
"
FORWARD THROW (FT)
1000 2000 3000 4000 5000 6000 7000 8000 9000 10000 11 000 12000
4SECnTmTT
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1000 2000 3000 4000 5000 6000 7000 8000 9000 10000 11000 12000
FORWARD THROW (FT)
~
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1-'
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0
1-'
1-'
8 3, 9 4, and 128 -....!
:r
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c· c c c c
NAVAIR 11-1-107
FORWARD THROW (FT)
7000 8000 9000 10000 11000 12000 13000 14000 15000 16000
H-
n 32SEC
12000 34SEC
r
r~ rr . l
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22000
50 SEC
23000 •. i
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l.!-t-H+ti · t '"
H+H-tT+
7000 8000 9000 10000 11000 12000 13000 14000 15000 16000
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A-13
NAVAIR 11-1-107
u
13,000
12,000
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+
u
11,000
10,000
9000
8000
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4000 0
0
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320 KTS
2000
. 120 rs 360 KTS
1000
100 200 300 400 500 600 700
Figure A-10.
IMPACT VELOCITY (FT/SEC)
SUS Water Entry Impact Velocity MK 61,

u
64, 82, 83, 94, and 128
A-14
u
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n
20,000
18,000
16,000
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4,000
..
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2,000
100
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Figure A-ll. SUS Hater Entry Impact Velocity, MK 84 HOD l
A-15
NAVAIR 11-1-107
THROW (FT)
45 u
~+-~~·IMPACTANGLE
I
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u
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li ENTRY CAVITY ;:qt,~L ~ ~ ~1- !F!Jflll~nllrFI
45 ...J-1-+-t--H-7-1'"+-
DROP PARAMkTERS·:
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70 00 FT AT 400 KTAS i-1-+-H-H-+-H
u
u
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A-16
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THROW (FT)
n 15
I
30
I
45
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"IMPACT ANGLE- 30°
0.5SEI~' I'
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: ie 1 FT rs Et
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45 -
DROP PARAMETERS: -
n Figure A-12.
OR 300FT AT 140-180 KTS
Water Entry Trajectory (Sheet 2)

500 FT AT 180-220 KTS
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A-17
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THROW (FT)
15 30 45
u
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·~ NOTE:
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NAVAIR 11-1-107
n APPENDIX B
n INSTRUCTION AND SAFETY PRECAUTION

SHEETS
B-1. This appendix contains a copy of B-2. The following sheets are arranged
each Instruction and Safety Precaution sequentially by SUS MARK number. Note
Sheet packed in all external containers that some are revised from those found
for each SUS, to be used as ready refer- in the containers. Such revisions
ence or review by the personnel handling supersede the originals. The changes
and using SUS. Each is illustrated and are indicated by cross hatching, and--
annotated. Major sections, similar in additions are indicated by a pointing
each sheet, cover preparation, use, re- hand.
stowage, and safety.
Figure B-1. INSTRUCTIONS FOR SUS MK 59 MODS Oa, 1a and 2 RECEIVED ASSEMBLED.
Figure B-2. SUS MK 59 MODS Oa, 1a, and 2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.
Figure B-3. INSTRUCTIONS AND PRECAUTIONS FOR SUS MK 59 MOD 5 SOFAR SIGNAL.
n Figure B-4.
Figure B-5.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR SUS MKS 61, 64, 82, 83, 94 and 128 RECEIVED ASSEMBLED.
SUS MKS 61, 64, 82, 83, 94, and 128 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.
Figure B-6. Operation and Precaution Sheet for SUS MK 84 MOD 0 (SANDERS).
Figure B-7. INSTRUCTIONS FOR SUS MK 84 MOD O.(PHAOSTRON).
Figure B-8. RETURN TO STORAE FOR SUS MK 84 MOD 0 (PHAOSTRON).
Figure B-9. PRECAUTIONS FOR SUS MK 84 MOD 0 (PHAOSTRON).

Figure B-10. SUS MK 84 MOD 0 DAMAGE AND DISPOSETION (PHAOSTRON).
Figure B-11. INSTRUCTIONS FOR SUS MK 84 MOD 1 (MRI). (Contract N00104-76-C-B066

through Lot 09-MRI-03-80)
Figure B-12. REPACKING AND DISPOSITION, MK 84 MOD 1 (MRI). (Contract N00104-76-

C-B066 through Lot 09-MRI-03-80).
Figure B-13. INSTRUCTIONS FOR SUS MK 84 MOD 1 (MRI). (Contract N00104-76-C-B066
n Figure B-14.
beginning with Lot 10-MRI-04-80).
REPACKING AND DISPOSITION, MK 84 MOD 1 (MRI).

B066 beginning with Lot 10-MRI-04-80).
(Contract N00104-76-C-
NOTE: Refurbishable. Reversible indicator
B-1
NAVAIR 11-1-107
Figure B-15. INSTRUCTIONS FOR SUS MK 84 MOD 1 (MRI). (Contract N00104-78-C-A078)
Figure B-16. REPACKING AND DISPOSITION, MK 84 MOD 1 (MRI) •

A078)
.(Contract N00104-78-C- u
Figure B-17.
Figure B-18.
NOTE: Refurbishible. Non-reversible indicator.
INSTRUCTIONS AND PRECAUTIONS, SUS MK 84 MOD 1 (SIPPICAN)
PACKING, RESEALING,. SERVICE LIFE, AND DISPOSAL, SUS MK 84 MOD 1

u
(SIPPICAN)
Figure B-19. - LOW ALTITUDE PREPARATIONS, SUS MK 84 MOD 1 (SIPPICAN)
Figure B-20. INSTRUCTIONS, SUS MK 59 MODS 3 AND 4
Figure B-21. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS, SUS MK 59 MODS 3 AND 4
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR SUS MKS 59 MODS Oa,la AND 2

RECEIVED ASSEMBLED
COMPONENTS INSPECT CAREFUllY REMOVE CHECK DEPTH PRINTED ON FlAT END OF

REQUIRED 11 FOR DAMAGE AND
\ NOSE FIRING ASSEMBlY FOR DESIRED FIRING
DEPTH·
~~ TIGHTNESS
[J3=:D 1
WITH WRENCH
INSPECT r-:G FOR Dl~i_ OR DAMAGE
SUS MK 59 (.T~~b - THEN,~U:·~

I~TO
urn
FIRING MECHANISM MK 43
AND
~PROVIDED WITH -
SAFETY COTTER PIN
PUSH FIRING :SEMBLY BODY--.
FIRING PIN FIRST, UNTIL IT BOTTOMS
SPANNER OR STRAP WRENCH
USE
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..
/
~~
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LAUNCH
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•.
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~-=--~-=::::--:-----=-
NO ARMING WIRE REQlliRED
lAUNCH ClEAR OF SIDE

AND SCREWS
MK 43 MOD 0 FIRING MECHANISM

OF THE FOllOWING STOCK NUMBERS
ONLY FIT THIS SIGNAl
RESTO WING
DOG LATCHES DOWN DEPTH FSN
REPLACE FIRING 1000 1360-Q60-8838
<::> AND REPlACES SECURING CliPS
PIN 1500 1360-060 3959
END 2000 1360-Q60-8842
2500 1360-Q60-8958
3000 1360-060-8843
4000 1360-Q60-8845
M FSN/NALC NOTE 6000 1360-Q60-8846
8000 1360-Q60-8847
1361-Q71 ·5077·SA04 1.8 lB CYClOTOl 10000 1360-Q60-8848
MK 59 MOD Oa 12000 1360-Q60-8849
TAG OR MARK WITH
1a 1361-Q71-5076-SA05 4 lB CYClOTOl 14000 1360-o60-8852 !2:
~
MAGIC MARKER
FIRING MECHANISM 16000 1360-Q60-8854
2 NOT ASSIGNED 1. I OZ TETYRl 18000 1360-Q60-8897
DEPTH ::t>
REFERENCE PUBLICATION: NAVAIR 11·1-107 (OP 2982)
STOCK NO. 0711-Q10-Q280 !;ci
1-'
1-'
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n Figure B-1. Instructions for SUS MK 59 MOD Oa, la, and 2 I
td 1-'
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SUS MK 59 MODs Oa, 1a, and 2 ~
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DON'T CHIGH EXPLOSIVE HAZARDS) ~ "'--
DON'T
SMOKE IN AREA
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TRASH AND FUEL
~
FIRES MAY RESULT
~/) AND SUBSEQUENT DETONATION
~ OF THESE HIGH EXPLOSIVE SUS
' I
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DAMAGED SIGNAL DISPOSAL

IN AIR WITH COTTER PIN INSTALLED, DROP
IN AT LEAST 500 FATHOMS, 10 MILES
OR MORE FROM LAND.
cr:1JOJ
EXPLOSIVE SECTION
DISASSEMBLY
NOT AUTHORIZED
SUS MK 59 MOD 0 SUS MK 59 MOD 2
I I= I :::0 I I= I :::::0
~
MK 59'S ARE KEEP SIGNALS DRY -MAKE SURE

TWICE THE SAFETY COTTER PIN IS INSTALLED
WEIGHT OF WHEN HANDLING OR STORING.
~ ON LAND MK 64'S.
~
CHECK
LAUNCHER
DO NOT DISASSEMBLE RESTRICTIONS
RETURN UNUSABLE SIGNALS

TO AN AMMO ISSUE ACTIVITY
~;;~~!!!~··'(..,..
"' __ BEFORE
LOADING
Figure B-2. SUS MK 59 MODS Oa, la, and 2
c, c c c c
NAVAIR 11-1-107
n SUS Mk 59 MOD 5 SOFAR Signal

INSTRUCTIONS FOR
n ~
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USE
LOWALTITUOE
0 LAUNCHED
~HAND
~AUNCHED
SOFAR- Sound Fixing and Ranging
t
FIXES YOUR
POSITION FOR
RESCUE
Average channel depth: North Pacific 2,500 ft.
North Atlantic 4,000 ft.
Best world-wide deep ocean coverage:
Combination 2,500 and 4,000 ft .
.
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......_ ')..! 2,500 ft. NSN 1361-01-220-9966, NALC SW19
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4,000 ft. 1361-01-220-9963 - - SW22
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Special Order (Non-Stock)
,
'; . 4_ / AS INSTA
SINKS WITH AIRCRAFT
1,500 ft. 1361-01-220-9968 SW17
FIRES SOFAR CHANNEL.. ~r- 2,000 ft.
3,500 ft.
1361-01-220-9967
1361-01-220-9964
SW18
SW21
~J.OOOMILES•~··~;; ; ............. 2_. 90CJMILES•__.,
.
_;-··"(;$
f !! i~~~ !='=~:~~~~~ l:; j:~ 5,000 ft.
6,000 ft.
1361-01-220-9962
1361-01-220-9961
SW23
SW24
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-- - ~
r - - - - - , On Removal From Container

- - ~
Alternative Special Order (specify depth)
SUS Mk 94 1361-01-108-2666 8W44
First
Check depth.
Check assembly:
1. All 1. screws in place.
2. End caps in place.
3. Arming Piston
Green band fully exposed 5/32"

~-;;;~;~e-'~S" marking fully exposed
~·
V"
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4. Plastic Skin complete:
w/o holes
n '-
~Arming indicator not sheared
w/o moisture under skin
5. Units that fail check see
''DISPOSAL". (At end of
this sheet.)
1. Position with ARROWS for crash survival.

2. Secure to airframe in accordance with instructions for each
individual aircraft: .
• AGAINST airframe FORWARD
Install in aircraft only in accordance with instructions for that aircraft. • ON airframe DOWN
~ <STOWFORWARD I~ • 30 FEET or more APART (Tdepths) (prevent
countermining)
(ll'~)) ~~ ~":~:":o~ (=-ll)~.;.....j;§!f.---..,)'""')~!7 • END CLEAR (allow explosive to blow out in fire
for safety) ..••...... aft end with 4 screws
~ __/ 2,500ft.
• Accessible for:
~
0 - inspection for tampering
0 - down-loading & reloading
z
;;: Shield plastic 3. Combination ~ depths 2,500 ft. and 4,000 ft. for best overall
::> / skin from being ocean coverage.
~
1- cut _ _ ____.
t.:::.::::_
Clamp, lash, wire, or tape

\J a;ainst....... and
~ORWARO [= =- ==J .0.

1 --~~ii....il..tAWIR~F~R~A~M~E-
OOWN This end clear
n AIRCRAFT OPERATION
Automatic
Detonates when aircraft sinks to depth marked on SUS
Figure B-3.
May be launched from low
altitude at low speed.
Instructions and Precautions for SUS MK 59
-n MOD 5 SOFAR Signal (Sheet 1 of 2)
B-5
NAVAIR 11-1-107
LIFE RAFT STOWAGE

Second~~~~~~~------------------------------------------------------,
1. Remove Plastic Skin with non-sparking tool.
2. Remove Arming Indicator.

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Test ring pullout on first unit to be sure a person in
weakened condition would have no problem in pin removal.
Adjust all splits the same.
3. Replace with Cotler Pin & Ring. 5. Add OPERATIONAL instruction tag to ring. (See below.)
0::~
6. Stow for Raft or in Raft in accordance with directive for use,
but notin close pmximity to units secured to airframe.
(Prevent defeat of anti-coumermine spacing.)
~~·
Secure against tampering. With plastic skin removed, indication
of tampering is also removed. Substitute sealecj bag, container,
or stowage that will indicate violation.
RAFT OPERATION
Pull Ring & Drop over side See OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTION OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTION TAG
It will detonate when it TAG anached to Ring for when to
drop. -- To be provided by operating forces. See
sinks to depth marked on NAVAIR 11·1·107forguidance.
sus .
.--------, SAVE FOR RESTOWAGE
Third
Replace all unused material in box and
secure watertight HIGH
o- Ring & Cotter Pin EXPLOSIVE
.. I HAZARDS
~~ndicator
~Instruction
--sheet
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FIRE FIGHTING
u
RESTOWING
Final
Disposal
!FIRST!----- As on removal from container,
~ ~ /(;\~ check: - 4 sdcrews Screws >Missing
~ ~ -en caps End Cap >Re~uest EOD
..........-:: - arming piston
Explosive--Exposed aSSistance OR
~ -~
~ :~:t~w
~
(Tape over exposed ex·
Dog latches down Those reconfigured for LIFE RAFT
~ a~d repla~e securing with' skin removed, check that
plosive pending arrival)
chps or wnes cotter pin and ring are installed,
and tag container handle Indicator cut Install safety·cotter pin.
~Q~'_). ~~in:
Skin damaged Return to ammunition
Moisture under skin
Crushed
issuing activity
tag damage
)
OR
Tag depth if different from

RAFT l IAT SEAl
See local instructions/restrictions and prohibited
J
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container marking .• areas before jettisoning overboard.
Figure B-3. Instructions and Precautions for SUS MK 59

MOD 5 SOFAR Signal (Sheet 2)
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR SUS MKS 61, 64, 82, 83,94 AND 128
RECEIVED ASSEMBLED
(REF: NAVAIR DWG 695611 REV A) PREPARATION JANUARY 1979
NO PREPARATION REQUIRED SAFETY CHECK ON REMOVING FROM BOX ASSEMBLY CHECK DEPTH SETTING OR CHECK Replace all unused
0 Undamaged 0 Screws tight (as Indicated when components in box.
SUS MKs·MODs 61·0,64·0, 82-0, 83·0, 128·1
This Is a "READY ROUND':
2t'.:Odi!,gw~:~e i~~~~T~JY<f~g~I Mk~~U'6~~-82-1, 94-o, 128-o1
1 lockwashers are held flat)
~
do not Op!!n boxes unti I ready 6 Arming wire assembly must NOT SHALLOW DEEP
to be used. fall out. Bend tabs if necessary. 60Ft. Wire in place
~oM ~ ~·fOE
Et·
.IJ Remove wire ;;J
.
~~
Keep everything DRY
1 8 ~&8iP~~; ~t~f-t:W~! d ror sus MKs· Secure Watertight
,;. For detailed SUS

Information see
NAVAIR 11-1-107 LAUNCHING FROM SURFACE VESSELS RESTOWING
Surface vessel launching
.-
REPLACE DEPTH
LJ
in accordance with KEEP DRY
V/1~4>
. .
OP 3696
•....,...... I
. ~
:::::...... ,.
..........
A;lt~of.$XLJ
Remove arming wire (or cotter pinl
DEPTH WIRE
IMPROVES SHIP
MAGAZINE SAFETY
ana launch clear of side ana screws.
·-~~::..o:..-1
CAUTION ••• Shallow Setting May WARNING ... ARMING WIRE ASSF:MBLY --------n
Damage Hull or Equipment. OR COTTER PIN .,.......-: MUST BE INSTALLED. ~
LAUNCHING FROM AIRCRAFT

sus FIRING EXPLOSIVE
DEPTH
MK·MOD NSN NALC (FT.) TYPE WEIGHT
In flight dispensing Launch from free fall chute tail first. otherwise, DSUS MK 95 MOD 0 (INERT)
in accordance w.ith release with no~e lac in~ direction of flight. use for fit tests and personnel 61-0 1361-00-065-7733 SW08 60/800 TNT 1.8 LBS
NATOPS manual training. 64-0 1361-00-065-7734 SW09 60/800 TETRYL 1.1 oz
instructions. Detonation reliability and depth accuracy are
adversely affected as launch altitudes increase 82·0 1361-00·167-8202 SW30 60/300 TNT 1.8 LBS
abovel::_~o:~·
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82·1
83-0
94-0
1361-00·376-5612
1361-00-406-1989
1361·01-1 08-2666
SW37
SW33
SW44
300 TNT
60/1500 CYCLOTOL
• CYCLOTOL
1.8 LBS
1.8 LBS
1.8 LBS
r -=-- •.. 95-0 1361-00-833-8396 SW03 DUiMY·INERT LOADED
~ I.
128-0 1361-01-014-2480 SW38 300 TETRYL 1.1 oz
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128·1 - - 60/300 TETRYL 1.1 OZ
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Size (all above) 3in. Dia. x 15in. long
•Depth Preset to order ·1000,1500,2000, 2500, 3000, 3500, 4000, 5000, 6000,
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8000,10000,12000
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TECHNICAL MANUAL NAVAIR 11·1·107 NSN 0711-00-010-0280 ~
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(-} Figure B-4. Instructions for SUS MKS 61, 64, 82, 83, I
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94, and 128 Received Assembled 0
-....!
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SUS MKS 61, 64, 82, 83, 94 AND 128 1-'
I
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 0
DON'T (HIGH EXPLOSIVE HAZARDS)
-..J
See NA VORD OP 3696
H(
for research surface
operations.
HEAT OR BURN DON'T SMOKE' IN AREA
~~
DENT CRUSH
- Trash •nd' fuel fires may
result and cause detonation
of thesu )ligh explosive SUS. IU\DSI'oQ Win' 'CAAOG
~
ttJICSCAIOC'4.$$1U
See FX P-1 for ASW -=-.::=:;-.:._i

exercise restriction~
Safety is a MUST because SUS can ...... ..

I~ ... ~- I
IN AIR Bend arming wire ON LAN~
~ '""
~-~
fJ
oo......
PN~~~or~
1 0
~m~ out • (ig" . . ::I)
~
'. Drop i.n at least 500
fathoms, ten miles or
• DO NOT DISASSEMBLE
more from land.
Tag and return unusable signals
DO NOT LOOSEN OR REMOVE SCREWS to an ammo issue activity with arming
"THE DEEP SIX" wire installed so it can not fall out
Disassembly Not Authorized DAMAGE SIGNAL DISPOSAL
... LAUNCHING FROM SURFACE VESSELS LAUNCHING FROM AIRCRAFT STORAGE
Do not launch SUS MKs Take precautions so

Fa"~%: 1lrgg~(~rrr~~ Fa~~s
SUS ARE PRESSURE
• DONT HIT VESSELS Make (~•t!) s~re Magazine or locker
tr
personnel cannot fall ACTIVATED ON THE SURFACE ARMING WIRE must be vented if it
~~~.~~· t~~v~~ln~:~~~~ overboard when SUS are arming wire with cotter
ASSEMBLY
has any pressurized
@, ,
pin or bent wire thru system (re. sprinkl-
adequate escape to be launched.
-~
piston hole ers)
velocity.
I
JP~ Don't load or dispense

unless arming wire
assemblY is properly
installed.
#
Don't launch from SLCs
or other dispensers
where y,ressure could
}r~
~~
OR A COTTER
PIN
IJ:':~i8~ arm and fire -=.'W;!?-" .

IS INSTALLED IN
THE PISTON HOLE.
(Tip Over Hazard) (Ditching Hazard) (Aircraft Damage) (Missile Damage)
Figure B-5. SUS MKS 61, 64, 82, 83, 94 and 128
Safety Precautions
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR SUS MK 84 MOD 0 (SANDERS)

OPERATION
OPEN CHECK lAUNCH
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s
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PRECAUTIONS
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DONT DAMAGE DONT WET UNTil USED DONT DISASSEMBlE DONT HIT SUB
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DONT USE IF HUMIDITY CODES

INDICATOR WARNS
AGAINST IT ~
NOTE: ' '•

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Tl;ltS FIGURE IS CONTAINED IN EACH BOX OF SIGNALS
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MK 84 MOD 0 (SANDERS)
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CONFIRM OPERATION
AND THE CORRECT CODE
IF SONOBUOY
IS IN WATER
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..........._.:,.-· -·-.::::::3.,;:.-··-
CHECK
---.
REFERENCE NAYIAR 11·1·107
CODES (SEE FXP- 1]
OPERATING TIME 45 TO 120 SECONDS
Figure B-7. Instructions for SUS MK 84 MOD 0 (Phaostron)
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RETURN TO STORAGE
IF DRY AND UNDAMAGED
DOG DOWN
WATERTIGHT
ALL 6 LATCHES
'~·
WRITE
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0
1-'
1-' (Phaostrori) -._)
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RELIABILITY H
SAFETY - I ITS NON-EXPLOSIVE, ~
(A FUNCTION OF SAFETY) ......
BUT POTENTIALLY DANGEROUS
, SETTING THE WRONG CODE
......
-
I
----
DON'T
DON'T USE IF UPON

FIRST OPENING OF
DON'T DON'!f
DISASSEMBLE
· OR FAILURE COULD BE
OPERATIONALLY UNSAFE
......
I
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0
'-1
CONTAINER THE
HUMIDITY INDICATES
INST IT
SHOCK HAZARD
HIT SURFACED SUB
MISSILE HAZARD
DAMAGE IN HANDLING GET DAMP OR WET DISASSEMBLE

OR
DURING LAUNCHING
II
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Figure B-9. Precautions for SUS MK 84 MOD 0 (Phaostron)
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NON-EXPLOSIVE TRANSDUCER
• EASILY DAMAGED
l}·
TRANSDUCER
IF THE SEA WATER BATTERY

GETS DAMP OR WET IT RUNS
ITSELF DOWN
LV
·::-
USE FIRST IF EXPOSED __ _ _
60 DAYS OUT OF BAG
j- DISPOSITION
IFOAMPORWET
TAG AND RETURN TO
AMMUNITION ISSUING
ACTIVITY FOR REWORK •
USE FIRST IF HUMIDITY~--- (WPNSTA YORKTOWN
INDICATOR WARNING 502 ONLY)
: RETURN FOR SILVER 4 SUS MK 84 MOD 0 !Z
DAMAGED--- ----:::=:::1- RECOVERY (WPNSTA -~·

YORKTOWN 502) NALC CODE FSN ~
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MFG. 34998 OPERATION CONTRACT NO. N001 04-76·CB066 1-'
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USE
PULL COIN OR \\
LANYARD SCREWDRIVER CHECK LAUNCH
PRECAUTIONS
DON'T
OPEN UNTIL USE IF DAMAGE IN

NEEDED HUMIDITY HANDLING
INDICATOR OR
IS PINK " . DURING
LAUNCH
PUSH IN HIT SURFACE

VESSELS
s
A
I IT'S NON EXPLOSIVE BUT
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SETTING THE WRONG CODE
E OR FAILURE COULD BE
T
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CODES
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Figure B-11. Instructions for SUS MK 84 MOD 1 (MRI)
(Contract N00104-76-C-B066 through Lot 09-MRI-03-80)
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···HUMIDITY INDICATOR
SHALL BE BLUE AND
TRANSDUCER BOOT
NOT CUT
LANYARD
-----....~
IF SEA WATER
BATIERY GETS DAMP •
OR WET IT RUNS
ITSELF DOWN
,
PROVIDES PHYSICAL
TRANSDUCER
PROTECTION
EASILY DAMAGED
DOG DOWN
WATER TIGHT
ALL 6 LATCHES
DISPOSITION
I
RECEIVED WITH PINK
RETURN FOR I~
~ SILVER RECOVERY
INDICATOR OR DAMAGED \~=' (WPNSTA YORKTOWN 502)
INDICATOR TURNING OR DO NOT RETURN TO

RECENTLY TURNED PINK STORAGE
2':
WHILE IN USE OR READY USE FIRST BEFORE
STORAGE ALL OTHERS
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U1 (Contract N00104-76-C-B066 through Lot 09-MRI-03-80) '
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR SUS MK 84 MOD 1
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MFG. 34998 OPERATION CONTRACT NO. N00104-76-CB066 I-'
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USE
PULL COIN OR \\
LANYARD . SCREWDRIVER CHECK I I LAUNCH
PRECAUTIONS
DON'T
OPEN UNTIL USE IF DAMAGE IN

NEEDED HUMIDITY HANDLING
INDICATOR OR
!SPINK ' DURING
LAUNCH
PUSH IN HIT SURFACE

VESSELS
s
A
I IT'S NON EXPLOSIVE BUT
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F POTENT! ALLY DANGEROUS
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SETTING THE WRONG CODE
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I OR FAILURE COULD BE
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CODES
Figure B-13. Instructions for MK 84 MOD 1 (MRI)

(Contract N00104-76-C-B066 beginning with Lot 10-MRI-04-80)
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IF HUMIDITY INDICATOR
IS BLUE AND TRANSDUCER
BOOT NOT CUT RETURN
---------...
TO STORAGE
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IF THE HUMIDITY
INDICATOR IS PINK
MOISTURE MAY
BE PRESENT
WHICH WOULD CAUSE
• SEA WATER
BATTERY TO EXPEND
ITSELF
,,
IF THE BOOT IS CUT
THE FRAGILE PROVIDES PHYSICAL
TRANSDUCER MAY PROTECTION
BE DAMAGED
IF DEFECTIVE
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DISPOSITION
RECEIVED WITH PINK
INDICATOR DAMAGED
.=1-- REPORT TO COMMANDING OFFICER
SHIP PARTS CONTROL CENTER
AMMUNITION DIVISION
--
WRITE
MECHANICSBURG, PA 17055
FOR DISPOSITION INSTRUCTION
INDICATOR TURNING OR~
RECENTLY TURNED PINK DO NOT RETURN TO STORAGE
WHILE IN USE OR USE FIRST BEFORE !2:
READYSTORAGE ALLOTHERS ~
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(Contract N00104-76-C-B066 beginning with Lot 10-MRI-04-80)

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USE
PULL COIN OR '\\
LANYARD SCREWDRIVER CHECK I I LAUNCH
PRECAUTIONS
DON'T
USE IF
OPEN UNTIL DAMAGE IN
HUMIDITY
NEEDED HANDLING
INDICATOR
IS COMPLETELY OR
YELLOW DURING
LAUNCH
PUSH IN HIT SURFACE

VESSELS
s
A
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Figure B-15. Instructions for SUS MK 84 MOD 1 (MRI)

(Contract N00104-78-C-A078)
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HUMIDITY INDICATOR SHALL

BE WHITE WITH AN ORANGE
CENTER AND TRANSDUCER
BOOTSHALLNOTBECUT
---------... ~
LANYARD
"'
IF SEA WATER
BATTERY GETS DAMP
OR WET IT RUNS
ITSELF DOWN
PROVIDES PHYSICAL
TRANSDUCER PROTECTION
EASILY DAMAGED
DOG DOWN
WATERTIGHT
I!, I'
ALL 6 LATCHES
II• ·1111 . . . . . . .
DISPOSITION # WRITE
REPORT TO COMMANDING OFFICER
RECEIVED WITH INDICATOR SHIP PARTS CONTROL CENTER
COMPLETELY YELLOW OR AMMUNITION DIVISION
DAMAGED ----------------~ MECHANICSBURG, PA 17055
FOR DISPOSITION INSTRUCTION
INDICATOR TURNING OR RECENTLY DO NOT RETURN TO

TURNED COMPLETEDLY YELLOW. STORAGE
USE FIRST BEFORE
~
WHILE IN USE OR READY
STORAGE ALL OTHERS
SUS MK 84 MOD 1 H
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STEP 2 AIR STEP 3 SURFACE STEP4 I
1-'
verify code LAUNCH A OR LAUNCH MO~ORCODE
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that ~~~~... puncture foil seal .f sonobuoy
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I~IAiif',..h I iS
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for surface launch
_"--..,.only :it£
R~
is in water,
verify code.
'
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HEARD.SWITCH MAY
NOT HAVE BEEN SEATED
" u sag~ .,. , IN DETENTED POSITION.
A}ATTACK WEAPON SIMULATION -~~ \~ 8} SUBMARINE COMMUNICATION

USED TO SIMULATE AN USED TO SIGNAL TO SUB-.
ASW WEAPON DURING MERGED SUBMARINE ~
ASW EXERCISES DURING ASW EXERCISES .
t-n£9
1 i
OPERATING TIME 45 to 120 SECONDS

.
recau t 1ons
(STEADY TONE}
(CODES CONSIST of HIGH

(s)
and LOW)
TONES with 1t2 and 1 1/2 sec. pulses
DON'T DAMAGE DON'T DON'J HIT SUB

protect DISASSEMBLE
--:\~~~~
transducer
~
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FRAGILE ' 7-
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,/CERAMIC 1;-..w .-::::::::
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-=--..... - -
Figure B-17. Instructions and Precautions, SUS MK 84 MOD 1,
(Sippican)
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sippican
REPACKAGING RESEALING
IF THE FOIL SEAL has BEEN
IF THE FOIL SEAL IN THE NOSE PUNCTURED , reseal THE
has not BEEN PUNCTURED, HOLE WITH 3/4 INCH
REPACKAG2 THE SUS IN • r TRANSPARENT TAPE AND
THE ORIGINAL CONTAINER. pnor to . REPACKAGE. MARK THE
repackag 1!"9 CONTAINER FOR FIRST USE.
or restowmg... ~ \
3/4 inch
, _instruction transparent 8 J
adhesive
sheet tape
SECURE
humidity all 6 latches
I indicator SERVICE LIFE
UPON EXPIRATION OF THE
10 YEAR SERVICE LIFE,
PLACE THE SIGNAL IN ,.
MATERIAL CONDITION
CODE C FOR FIRST USE .
SEE LOT NO. FOR DATE
OF MANUFACTURE.
ex. SCM 81 F 001·002
year~ ~onth
1981 JUNE
DISPOSAL .
IN THE EVENT IT IS BELIEVED
DEFECTIVE or CERAMIC IS
DAMAGED, DISPOSAL IS
DIRECTED. forward the units z:
to: NAVWPNSTA YORKTOWN, ~
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VA. CODE 502. Disposal will !;j
be in accordance with ......
NAVAIR INSTRUCTION 4010.1 1-'
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NAVAIR 11-1-107
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FOR VERY LOW ALTITUDE HAND LAUNCH-
PUNCTURE FOIL SEAL IN NOSE
BEFORE LAUNCH
Figure B-19. Low Altitude Preparation, SUS MK 84 MOD 1 (Sippican)
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INSTRUCTION FOR SUS MK 59 MODs 3 &4
,
Received~ depth
PREPARATION !U) PREPARATION
set (OR changing depth).
ft
Received with depth set.
1
0 RESTOW UNUSED SUS
Return to deep or Ready
Service Magazine.
I
1. Discard humidity indicator and bag(s) of desiccant. Verify that there is no No preparation required except:
free water in container. See "reliability" on reverse side. ·
1. Verify correct depth on nose
2. ReA_el screws in nose and remove nose (and Firing Mechanism).
I '\ ® _....@ -~
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(and that water depth exceeds this).
2. Ensure expl. section up 1ight and screws in nose tight.

(!) Ensure~ screws tight with lock washers flat, @
3.
tight,
explosive section up
(C) safety cotter pin through hole in side piston (and Firing Mech.
stowed clean).
=:>!¢ FACTS MOD3 MOD4
4. Verify correct depth Firing Mechanism (marked externally) (and that water depth
exceeds it). MOD • 3 & 4 tNSN & NALC not assigned}
3. Pull safety cotter pin (limit to only one SUS immediately 4 \ Hi!tluplosiva
before release). --- LBS cyclotol
~
-5. Check firing pin is not protruding. 1
- 6 . O·ring does not have dirt/dust/lint in lubricant and Is not cut.

i=iring Mech.
7. Verify that sides of bore in SUS body are clean and lubricated.
fJusE llill!!
1,000
MK43·MOOO
FSN
i3sQ.ii6Q.iiijj
1,500 1360·060-8959
2,000 1360·060·8842 Firing Mech.
2,500
3,000
1360.060·8958
1360·060·8843 ~=B·
Sealing O·rlng-
~,.,
~ .~
Safety
Cotter
8. Slide firing pin end of Firing Mech. into bore being careful to not damage 4,000 1350.060·8845
o·ring; slide nose over Firing M!ch.; and tighten,lscrews. ~'--l Pin
6.000 1360·060·8846
8,000 1360.060-8847
10,000 1360·060·8848
=w~~
12,000 1360.060·8849
14,000 1360·060-8852
LAUNCH CLEAR OF SIDE MOD3
AND SCREWS
16,000 1360·060·8854 MQ.Q..1
18,000 1360.060·8897
3,500 Special Order Arming Pressure 55 55 psi
5,000 Special Order Arming Depth 125 125ft
9. Mark depth on nose and container. 0
25.6 •21.2 It/sec
~
Other Spacial Order Sink Rata
Firing Depth .t 10% :10%
10. Return to container until ready to use. All depths within 10% Output 274 276dB//1 ~Po
0
Weight 13.5 •161bs
11. When ready to use pull safety cotter pin (limit to only one SUS immediately O·ring !Parker 5427·18 15/16 x 1·3118 x 1/8)
before release). Lubricant !Dow Corning No. 55) MIL·G-4343 •This may vary with material used in mfg.
~-::7 ~UNCH WARNING: Unit functions normally with or without
EJ
safety cotter pin at depth, whan 3500 foot or deeper
~
firing mechanism is installed.
- '
NO ARMING WIRE REQUIRED
~
For detailed SUS
information sea
NAVAIR 11·1·107
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1604)8874715
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR SUS MK 59 MODs 3&4 1-'
1-'
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\\ DROP ROLL DENT CRUSH HEAT OR BURN DON'T SMOKE
IN AREA
~
Trash and fuel fires
result and cause
~
av
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onation of these
h explosive SUS.
~))J ~~ ,' L l J '-\i(\;:!,'•.a~.
DISASSEMBLY LAUNCHING FROM AIRCRAFT LAUNCHING FROM SURFACE VESSELS

MISSILE HAZARD
r---=-ot<---,
1-0JI ---- NOT AUTHORIZED DON'T HIT SUB OR ~ ~
8
\~THEA SURFACE S H I" P r J J .
Surface veSS811aunching
~~
in accordance with
: I OP 3696
1-
I
I
I
--~-:-
·- -~·::-:::;;;:::::-::
~---:;..
:· "' / 0 0 \-<=
1 Nose only and 1 Do not remove arming body from explosive section. Raw explosive _:::;.::--:, I - -: :,.-:- •
=-~-.: ""- I I
1 Firing Mechanism J1
L _______ would be exposed. .!•
'1-.
~-~:-..
-=-- s,- :;:..-
- --.. ~
-~
.:::--.--~
Launch clear of sides
andscrews
I !('\" /?"i;f\1 I
0J l.\!J-<=
DAMAGED SUS DISPOSAL FIT & TRAINING PRESSURE
Install safety cotter pin or steel wire thru LAUNCHING STORAGE
hole in side piston. See local instruc·
(~
DSUS MK 95 MOD 0 IINERTI use
.........
SUS ARE PRESSURE ACTIVATED Magazine or locker must be vented
.. .. ..
tions/restrictions for ~it tests and personnel mlininu if it has any pressurlud system
c r r =---;{i • {i.e.,sprinklersl
AI~ ~ Make (~·tn sure a cotter pin is

installed in the piston hole •
ORIN Don't launch from SLCs or other dis· §>
(only available in 3" x 15" size pensers where pressure could possibly
6.81bsl arm the SUS (55 psi) or detonate Note: Removal of Firing Mechanism will pcevent detonation
1400 psil but reduce reliability due to exposure of explosive componenu.
RELIABILITY
Shelf life should exceed 25 years
Keep signals dry-make sure safety Safety is a MUST because SUS can .......· - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - . .
Providing: 1. Containers are kept closed
--- watertight.
2. Temperature does not
exceed 110° F and nor·
mally remains below
~
cotter pin is installed when handling
or storing.
tih ~-~-~~
~~~
Damage your ship or airplane
~)) ~ ~,_·M.~;~: t=~~4 ~~~

100"F. 1
~
3. Once opened, a Firing
Mechanism IS installed and
remains installed.
Figure B-21. Safety Precautions, SUS MK 59 MODS 3 and 4
C',,
'·
c c c c
..
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NAVAIR 11-1-:-107
n APPENDIX C
COGNIZANT ACTIVITIES
C-1. The information in this appendix fleet for informal communication (with
is intended for use by the operating approval of respective command) with the
forces to reduce reaction time in tech- appropriate activity and cognizant desk
'nical matters. This information is not via the Navy AUTOVON network for rapid
intended to circumvent the requirement assistance in day-to-day problem sol-
to communicate via the normal chain of ving. Official requests made via
command, but provides for correct "copy AUTOVON should be followed up with ap-
to" distribution on all SUS correspond- propriate correspondence by means of the
ence, depending on the subject matter~ chain of command.
It also provides information to the
Table C-1. Cognizant Activities (As of 15 May 1984)
RESPONSIBILITY ACTIVITY (CODE) AUTOVON NUMBER
n Service Tactical Requirements
Allocation/Allowance
CNO (OP 506D2)
CNO (OP 411C1)

224-2979
225-4644
Program Manager .~SWSPO (ASW-30 ) 222-1007
Technical Systems Command NAVAIRSYSCOM
System Manager (PMA-264E) 746-0453*
Safety (AIR-09E3) 222-1292
Design (AIR-54901E) 222-7150
Production Budget (AIR-549B1) 222-7530
R & D Requirements (AIR-340) 222-7414
Logistic SPCC Mechanicsberg
Procurement/Distribution (85226) 430-5382
Inventory (8532G) ;. 430-5397
*Commercial No.
0
C-1
NAVAIR 11-1-107
Table C-1. Cognizant Activities (As of 15 May 1984) (Cont)
RESPONSIBILITY ACTIVITY (CODE) AUTOVON NUMBER
Cognizant Field Activity NWS Yorktown 502 953-4 715/6/7
Fleet Distribution SURFACE FORCE

ATLANTIC
(SURFLANT) (N44) 564-5911
(N512) 564-5138
SURFACE FORCE
PACIFIC
(SURPAC) (N511) 987-2883
(N62) 987-2856
(N44) 987-2385
NOTE: No attempt will be made to keep this list current. Changes issued for
other reasons shall include any updating that is required •
.U.S. GOV£RNMENT PRINTING OFFICE : 1985 625 - 015 / 20031
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DESCRIPTION, OPERATION AND HANDLING

SIGNALS, UNDERWATER SOUND (SUS)

THIS MANUAL SUPERSEDES NAVAIR 11-1-1 07, FIRST REVISION

PUBLISHED BY DIRECTION OF THE COMMANDER, NAVAL AIR SYSTEMS COMMAND

LIST OF EFFECTIVE PAGES u

Dates of issue for original and changed pages are:

Total number of pages in this manual is 308 consisting of the following:

Page #Change Page #Change Page #Change

n 1-20. Electronic SUS

TABLE OF CONTENTS (Cant)

Section II. Safety 1-27

1-67. Purpose 1-27

TABLE OF CONTENTS (Cont)

Chapter 2. Signals, Underwater Sound (SUS) Description 2-1

2-12. General 2-5

Section III. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 22 MOD 0 (Obsolescent) 2-7

TABLE OF CONTENTS (Cant)

·Section V. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 50 MODS 0,1,2 (Obsolete) 2-17

2-54. General 2-17

Section VI. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 54 MOD 0 (Obsolete) • 2-18

2-58. General 2-18

Section VII. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 57 MOD 0 Data Difference

Section VIII. Signal,. Underwater;Sound MK 59 MOD 0 Data Difference

2-68. General Information 2-22

Section IX. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 59 MOD Oa (Obsolescent) 2-27

2-74. Introduction . 2-27

n 2-78. General Information

n 2-99. Operational Use

Section X. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 59 MOD 1 Data Difference

2-105. Introduction • .. 2-40

Section XII. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 59 MOD 2

TABLE OF CONTENTS (Cont)

2-113. General Information

2-117. Introduction • 2-44

Section XIV. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 59 MOD 4 Data

2-146. Introduction • 2-56

Section XV. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 59 MOD 5 2-58

TABLE OF CONTENTS (Cont)

Section XVI. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 61 MOD 0 • 2-70

n 2-198. Functional Description

TABLE OF CONTENTS (Cont)

2-202. Preparation for Use •

Section XVII. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 63 MOD 0 Data

2-210. Description • 2-85

Section XVIII. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 64 MOD 0 Data

2-212. Introduction • 2-86

Signal, Underwater Sound MK 78 MOD 0 (Nonstock)

Section XX. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 78 MOD 1 Data

2-225. Introduction • 2-92

Section XXI. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 82 MOD 0 Data

TABLE OF CONTENTS (Cont)

Section XXII. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 82 MOD 1 Data

Section XXIII. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 83 MOD 0 Data

2-253. Use . - 2-102

TABLE OF CONTENTS (Cont)

2-264. Nose Section •

Section XXV. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 84 MOD 0 (Phaostron)

2-270. General Information • 2-111

Section XXVI. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 84 MOD 1 (MRI)

Section XXVII. Signal, Underwater Sound MK 84 MOD 1 (Sippican) • 2-121

2-292. Use • • 2-121

TABLE OF CONTENTS (Cant)