OC-ALCI21-105 — Identification Of Metal Used In The Manufacturing Processes

OC-ALCI21-105 governs the identification, marking, analysis, and tracking of metals used in Oklahoma City Air Logistics Complex manufacturing processes.

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  • Publication number: OC-ALCI21-105
  • Title: IDENTIFICATION OF METAL USED IN THE MANUFACTURING PROCESSES
  • Date: 2026-05-22

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It defines permitted marking methods and addresses metal inspection, sample submission, chemical analysis, laboratory reporting, and handling of misidentified material. It requires production groups to verify identification, submit samples under specified conditions, complete forms, and tag material confirmed unsuitable for use.

Applies to: This instruction applies to the 76th Aircraft Maintenance Group (76 AMXG), the 76th Propulsion Maintenance Group (76 PMXG), the 76th Commodities Maintenance Group (76 CMXG), and 76 MXSS/MXDTA.

Topics covered

  • Metal identification marking methods
  • Stencil marking
  • Color code marking
  • Metal die code stamping
  • Metal stock inspection
  • Chemical analysis
  • Material sample submission
  • Misidentified material handling

Questions and answers

Which metal marking method is preferred?

TO 42D-1-3 states that this is the preferred method of applying a marking.

When can colored tape replace paint for metal marking?

IAW TO 42D-1-3, paragraph 2-5, colored cellophane or plastic tapes may be used in lieu of paints only when the metal and tape will not be exposed to oils and/or sunlight.

When is metal die code stamping allowed?

TO 42D-1-3 states that this method must only be used where facilities are not available or size will not permit the application of one of the other methods.

What happens to metal stock lacking positive identification?

Reject any metal stock from the SSC or WSSC lacking positive identification.

What sample size is required for metal analysis?

Submit representative material samples (at least 1-inch long by 1-inch wide by 1/4-inch thick, or stock thickness for sheet metal) to 76 MXSS/MXDTA for analysis when: nonconformance is suspected; the material’s special criteria on the drawing is questioned; or the drawing specifically requires metallurgical/chemical analysis.

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