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021779Cap,ignition Distribution

Caterpillar Inc Div Caterpillar Defense · NSN 2920-00-516-2718 · FSC 2920 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 2920-00-516-2718 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 2920-00-516-2718. Primary manufacturer part number: 021779.
Features
  • Cap,ignition Distribution — FSC 2920
  • Spark Plug Lead Accommodation Quantity: 4
  • Fungus Resistant Treatment: NOT INCLUDED
  • Coil Lead Connection Type: PUSH-IN
  • Coil Lead Accommodation Position: VERTICAL
  • Internal Coil Electrode Type: BUTTON
  • Ignition System Design: SINGLE
  • Spring Loaded Brush Type Electrode Accommodation: INCLUDED
Applications
  • Industrial maintenance and repair
  • Government and military logistics
  • Equipment overhaul and refurbishment
General Description

The Cap,ignition Distribution, cataloged under National Stock Number 2920-00-516-2718, is classified within Federal Supply Class 2920 (No Item Name Available) of the Engine Accessories group. The primary manufacturer of record is Caterpillar Inc Div Caterpillar Defense. Government technical data includes 19 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 11 commercial cross-references from 8 manufacturers, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. 12 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Cancelled.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN2920-00-516-2718
Primary Part Number021779
Item NameCap,ignition Distribution
FSC / FSG2920 / 29 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerCaterpillar Inc Div Caterpillar Defense
StatusCANCELLED
Spark Plug Lead Accommodation Quantity4
Fungus Resistant TreatmentNOT INCLUDED
Coil Lead Connection TypePUSH-IN
Coil Lead Accommodation PositionVERTICAL
Internal Coil Electrode TypeBUTTON
Ignition System DesignSINGLE
Spring Loaded Brush Type Electrode AccommodationINCLUDED
Construction TypeONE-PIECE
Spark Plug Lead Accommodation PositionVERTICAL
Radio Interference ShieldingNOT PROVIDED
Spark Plug Lead Connection TypePUSH-IN
Cover AccommodationINCLUDED
Mounting MethodSNAP SPRING
CoverPROVIDED
Height2.250 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Electrode DesignSINGLE
Application DesignCOIL AND DISTRIBUTOR
External Coil Lead Accommodation Quantity1
Diameter3.125 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusCANCELLED
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 12
5330-00-004-0427PM21779 INTERCHANGEABLE
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2805-00-350-4048200376Y25 INTERCHANGEABLE
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2920-00-640-7797166-0235 INTERCHANGEABLE
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4810-01-014-0749AL110 INTERCHANGEABLE
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Ge Aviation Systems Llc Dba Ge Aviation Systems Llc
5365-01-063-749921779 INTERCHANGEABLE
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3040-01-182-1971 INTERCHANGEABLE
Shaft
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Gasket
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
000-333-1025 Tvh Parts Co. (USA)
333-1025 Lift Parts Mfg Co Inc Div of Echlin Mfg Co the (USA)
HE217 He-Ignition Parts Corp (USA)
021779 PRIMARY Caterpillar Inc Div Caterpillar Defense (USA)
21779 Mitsubishi Caterpillar Forklift America, Inc (USA)
IAT1041 PRIMARY Prestolite Electric Inc (USA)
IAT1041 Prestolite Electric Inc (USA)
1-4009 Lift Parts Mfg Co Inc Div of Echlin Mfg Co the (USA)
118343 Am General Llc (USA)
AL110 Echlin Inc (USA)
000-333-1025 Lift Parts Mfg Co Inc Div of Echlin Mfg Co the (USA)
Related Parts
5330-00-004-0427INTERCHANGEABLE
GASKET
PM21779
3455-00-232-4102INTERCHANGEABLE
REAMER,MACHINE
19956
5915-00-334-9495INTERCHANGEABLE
NETWORK,PULSE FORMING
SM-D-78532
2805-00-350-4048INTERCHANGEABLE
LOCK,KNUCKLE
200376Y25
2920-00-640-7797INTERCHANGEABLE
CAP,IGNITION DISTRIBUTION
166-0235
4810-01-014-0749INTERCHANGEABLE
VALVE,SOLENOID
AL110
5365-01-063-7499INTERCHANGEABLE
SPACER,SLEEVE
21779
3010-01-083-6324INTERCHANGEABLE
COUPLING,SHAFT,RIGID
7551229
3040-01-182-1971INTERCHANGEABLE
SHAFT
5330-01-267-0254INTERCHANGEABLE
GASKET
7530-01-289-8190INTERCHANGEABLE
LABEL
7530-01-289-8190
5120-01-435-6807INTERCHANGEABLE
FLARING TOOL,TUBE,HAND
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 2920-00-516-2718?

NSN 2920-00-516-2718 is a Cap,ignition Distribution, manufactured by Caterpillar Inc Div Caterpillar Defense, classified under FSC 2920 (No Item Name Available). Status: cancelled.

What are the part numbers for NSN 2920-00-516-2718?

NSN 2920-00-516-2718 has 11 cross-referenced part numbers: 000-333-1025 (Tvh Parts Co.), 333-1025 (Lift Parts Mfg Co Inc Div of Echlin Mfg Co the), HE217 (He-Ignition Parts Corp), 021779 (Caterpillar Inc Div Caterpillar Defense), 21779 (Mitsubishi Caterpillar Forklift America, Inc) and 6 more.

What NSN replaces 2920-00-516-2718?

There are 12 known substitutes for 2920-00-516-2718: 5330-00-004-0427, 3455-00-232-4102, 5915-00-334-9495 and 9 more. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of 021779?

Key specifications for 021779: Spark Plug Lead Accommodation Quantity: 4; Fungus Resistant Treatment: NOT INCLUDED; Coil Lead Connection Type: PUSH-IN; Coil Lead Accommodation Position: VERTICAL. 19 total characteristics are documented in the Federal Logistics Information System.

Is NSN 2920-00-516-2718 still in active supply?

NSN 2920-00-516-2718 is currently cancelled. Check with the Defense Logistics Agency for current availability and authorized substitutes.

Validated with multiple authoritative sources, including Government, OEM, and Certified sources.
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