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Is there a standard ambient temperature that is controlled when developing load data for the industry (Ammo & published reloading resources) ? We all know this plays a role in results. EZ | ||
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i would think they test in all conditions from hot to cold and probably some other things we are not aware of. moisture comes to mind and very dry conditions. Dave | |||
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Ammunition testing is normally done under SAAMI conditions. These include: Temperature - 70F Humidity - 60% Ammunition is conditioned at above for 24 hours prior to shooting. . | |||
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SAAMI tests with ammo conditioned for 24 hours @ 70* F/+2* F and a humidity of 60% +/-5% ------------------------------------ The trouble with the Internet is that it's replacing masturbation as a leisure activity. ~Patrick Murray "Why shouldn`t truth be stranger then fiction? Fiction after all has to make sense." (Samual Clemens) "Saepe errans, numquam dubitans --Frequently in error, never in doubt". | |||
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Thanks guys, That is exactly what I was looking for! EZ | |||
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