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38769 — THERMOSTATIC ELEMENT,STEAM TRAP

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— · HOSE FITTING
PRODUCT OVERVIEW

38769: THERMOSTATIC ELEMENT,STEAM TRAP.

THERMOSTATIC ELEMENT,STEAM TRAP. Key specifications include material: STEEL OVERALL, head_style: HEXAGON, head_height: 10.0 MILLIMETERS NOMINAL MM, fastener_length: 100.0 MILLIMETERS NOMINAL MM, special_features: MATERIAL CLASS8.8, thread_direction: RIGHT-HAND. This part is cataloged in the U.S.

Government catalog under NSN 4730-00-391-8447, indicating validated use in U.S. government and defense logistics supply chains. Available through authorized enterprise resellers and TPM (Third Party Maintenance) channels.

Verify compatibility with your specific system configuration before ordering.

WHERE IT FITS
38769
NSN: 4730-00-391-8447
NIINs: 003918447, 013141282, 016154548
FSC: 4730 — Hose, Pipe, Tube, Lubrication, and Railing Fittings
CAGE: 53059 — SPIRAX SARCO INC DBA SPIRAX SARCO (USA)
SPECIFICATIONS
materialSTEEL OVERALL
head_styleHEXAGON
head_height10.0 MILLIMETERS NOMINAL MM
fastener_length100.0 MILLIMETERS NOMINAL MM
special_featuresMATERIAL CLASS8.8
thread_directionRIGHT-HAND
surface_treatmentZINC OVERALL
width_between_flats24.0 MILLIMETERS NOMINAL MM
nominal_thread_diameter16.0 MILLIMETERS MM
thread_series_designatorM
thread_pitch_in_millimeters2.0
external_thread_tolerance_class6G G
NSN4730-00-391-8447
COMPONENT DIAGRAM
HOSE FITTING — THREAD TYPE IS CRITICAL END A: — STRAIGHT END B: — SPECIFICATIONS Thread: — Material: — Pressure: — PN: 38769 · OEM ⚠ VERIFY BEFORE ORDERING NPT ≠ BSPT — tapered threads look identical but are NOT interchangeable. Wrong thread = leak. JIC (37°) ≠ AN (37°) ≠ SAE 45° — flare angles must match exactly. Measure thread pitch with gauge — visual identification is unreliable ✓ BROKER TIP Always use thread sealant (PTFE tape or pipe compound) on tapered threads (NPT/BSPT). JIC/AN flare fittings seal metal-to-metal — never use tape on flare connections PARTSTABLE TECHNICAL DRAWING — NOT TO SCALE
KEY FEATURES
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GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS ITEM DESCRIPTION: BRASS BODY;2.375 IN. O/A LG;CRES PROBE;0.750 IN. OD FOR 0.250 IN. LG;THENCONE FOR A 0.625 IN. LG;TERMINAL END 0.625-16 UN EXTERNAL THD;FURNISHED W/HEX NUT;0.687 IN. WIDTH ACROSS FLATS IN
TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS
GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS ITEM DESCRIPTIONBRASS BODY;2.375 IN. O/A LG;CRES PROBE;0.750 IN. OD FOR 0.250 IN. LG;THENCONE FOR A 0.625 IN. LG;TERMINAL END 0.625-16 UN EXTERNAL THD;FURNISHED W/HEX NUT;0.687 IN. WIDTH ACROSS FLATS IN
SUBSTITUTES & CROSS-REFERENCES 1
38745Reference document
Same NSN cross-reference
Reference document — Secondary reference
LIFECYCLE
NSN statusActive· U.S. Government catalog
Acquisition advice: Normally procured from the manufacturer (OEM)No demilitarization required
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is 38769?
38769 is a THERMOSTATIC ELEMENT,STEAM TRAP.
What parts can replace 38769?
There is 1 known substitute for 38769: 38745. Substitute compatibility should be verified for your specific system.
What is the NSN for 38769?
38769 is cataloged in the U.S. Government catalog under NSN 4730-00-391-8447. This indicates validated use in U.S. government and defense supply chains.
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