The Cartridge,impulse, cataloged under National Stock Number 1377-00-168-5802, is classified within Federal Supply Class 1377 (Cartridge and Propellant Actuated Devices and Components) of the Ammunition and Explosives group. Government technical data includes 26 specifications, cited from the U.S. Government catalog. 2 additional reference documents (drawings, advisory and superseded references) are recorded in the U.S. Government catalog. 2 items share a part number with this NSN in the catalog (possible match — not a government interchangeability claim). Current acquisition status: Active.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| NSN | 1377-00-168-5802 |
| Item Name | Cartridge,impulse |
| FSC / FSG | 1377 / 13 — Cartridge and Propellant Actuated Devices and Components |
| Status | ACTIVE |
| Wrenching Facility | INCLUDED |
| Body Diameter | 2.000 INCHES NOMINAL IN |
| Width Across Flats | 1.000 INCHES NOMINAL IN |
| Case Threaded Electrical Connection | INCLUDED |
| Connection Thread Size | 0.500-28 |
| Terminal Type | PIN |
| Connection Thread Series | UNEF |
| Package Model Number | NONE |
| Dot Proper Shipping Name | CARTRIDGES, POWER DEVICE |
| Dot Identification Number | UN0323 |
| Voltage in Volts | 28.0 |
| Dot Registration Code | EX1987100714 |
| Dod Ammunition Code | 1377-M657 |
| Detonation Initiation Method | ELECTRIC |
| Case Mounting Thread | INCLUDED |
| Hazardous Material Classification Code | 1.4 DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE HAZARD CLASS DIVISION |
| Integral Cutting Punch | NOT INCLUDED |
| Color Coded Feature | NOT INCLUDED |
| Thread Size | 1.688-18 |
| Rim | NOT INCLUDED |
| Connection Facility Thread Class | 2A A |
| Thread Class | 3A A |
| Material | STEEL CASE |
| Mounting Thread Series | UNEF |
| Reference Number Differentiating Characteristics | AHVN,AMPS,ELEC,AARB,AHUE,AGUC,AGXZ |
| Current Rating in Amps | 1.0 |
| Acquisition Status | ACTIVE |
| DEMIL Code | DEMIL G — Ammunition & Explosives |
| Hazard | No hazard code in the DLA record (HMIC N) UN ID UN0323 · 1.4 DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE HAZARD CLASS DIVISION · ships as CARTRIDGES, POWER DEVICE |
| Criticality Code | N |
| Reference | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 300051-1 | 3/1 Design control — primary reference Cartridge Actuated Devices Inc |
| 1377-M657 | 6/9 Informative reference only U.S. Government activity |
NSN 1377-00-168-5802 is a Cartridge,impulse, classified under FSC 1377, Cartridge and Propellant Actuated Devices and Components. Status: active.
2 possible matches (shared part number, not a government interchangeability claim): 4240-01-089-8016, 5310-01-662-7263. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.
Key specifications for 1377-00-168-5802: Wrenching Facility: INCLUDED; Body Diameter: 2.000 INCHES NOMINAL IN; Width Across Flats: 1.000 INCHES NOMINAL IN; Case Threaded Electrical Connection: INCLUDED. 26 specifications are documented in the U.S. Government catalog.
No hazard code in the DLA record (HMIC N). The government record also carries hazard data: DOT hazard class, UN number, or related classification fields. Special handling, storage, and shipping requirements apply per the cited government fields.
NSN 1377-00-168-5802 has DEMIL Code G. Demilitarization may be required before disposal or transfer to non-military entities.
U.S. Government catalog: edition PUBLOGDVD v12.0.0 (OCT 2026), edition date 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-10-16.
U.S. Government catalog: edition PUBLOGDVD v12.0.0 (OCT 2026), edition date 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-10-18.