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NITROX MIXING, BLENDING, AND STORAGE SYSTEMS
NITROX mixing, blending, and storage systems shall be designed for oxygen
service and constructed using oxygen-compatible material following accepted
military and commercial practices in accordance with either ASTM G-88, G-63,
G-94, or MIL-STD-438 and -777. Commands should contact NAVSEA 00C for
specific guidance on developing NITROX mixing, blending, or storage systems.
Commands are not authorized to build or use a NITROX system without prior
NAVSEA 00C review and approval.
Figure 10-4. LP Air Supply NITROX Membrane Configuration.
LP Air Supply
NITROX Configuration
Purification System
(as required)
Purification System
(as required)
Oxygen Analyzer
Moisture
Separator
(as required)
NITROX
Membrane
System
NITROX
SCUBA
Cylinder
LP Compressor
Distribution Panel
NITROX Storage Bank
Oil-Free H.P. Compressor
Air Intake
