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GGG-B-490Block,tackle

Federal Specifications Promulgated by General Services Administration Washington DC · NSN 3940-00-059-5996 · FSC 3940 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 3940-00-059-5996 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 3940-00-059-5996. Primary manufacturer part number: GGG-B-490.
Features
  • Block,tackle — FSC 3940
  • Becket Quantity: 1
  • Material: COPPER ALLOY BEARING
  • Material: STEEL CENTER PIN
  • Unable to Decode: UNABLE TO DECODE
  • Sheave Quantity: 2
  • Style Designator: ROUND PATTERN
  • Nondefinitive Spec/std Data: 2 TYPE
Applications
  • Applications requiring Copper Alloy Bearing construction
General Description

The Block,tackle, cataloged under National Stock Number 3940-00-059-5996, is classified within Federal Supply Class 3940 (No Item Name Available) of the Materials Handling Equipment group. The primary manufacturer of record is Federal Specifications Promulgated by General Services Administration Washington DC. Government technical data includes 21 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 4 commercial cross-references from 3 manufacturers, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. 8 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Cancelled.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN3940-00-059-5996
Primary Part NumberGGG-B-490
Item NameBlock,tackle
FSC / FSG3940 / 39 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerFederal Specifications Promulgated by General Services Administration Washington DC
StatusCANCELLED
Becket Quantity1
MaterialCOPPER ALLOY BEARING
MaterialSTEEL CENTER PIN
Unable to DecodeUNABLE TO DECODE
Sheave Quantity2
Style DesignatorROUND PATTERN
Nondefinitive Spec/std Data2 TYPE
Tackle Accommodated TypeFIBROUS ROPE
Tackle Locking DeviceNOT INCLUDED
Sheave Outside Diameter3.500 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Shell Length6.000 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Attachment StyleFLATTED LOOSE SWIVEL EYE WITH SWIVEL HOOK
Load Rating3300.0 POUNDS MAXIMUM LBS
Sheave Bearing Lubrication MethodSELF-LUBRICATED
Becket TypeTHIMBLE
MaterialIRON AND STEEL SHELL
Bearing TypePLAIN
Antitoppling DeviceNOT INCLUDED
Maximum Tackle Diameter Accommodated0.750 INCHES IN
Center Pin Diameter0.500 INCHES NOMINAL IN
MaterialIRON AND STEEL SHEAVE
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusCANCELLED
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 8
3940-00-059-5995 INTERCHANGEABLE
Block,tackle
3940-00-068-9173 INTERCHANGEABLE
Block,tackle
3940-00-072-0331 INTERCHANGEABLE
Block,tackle
3940-00-879-2128 INTERCHANGEABLE
Block,tackle
3940-00-926-3713 INTERCHANGEABLE
Block,tackle
3940-00-926-3716 INTERCHANGEABLE
Block,tackle
3940-00-926-3719 INTERCHANGEABLE
Block,tackle
3940-00-950-2955 INTERCHANGEABLE
Block,tackle
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
GGG-B-490 Federal Specifications Promulgated by General Services Administration Washington DC (USA)
62619-02X01PC48 Electric Boat Corporation Div General Dynamics Electric Boat (USA)
AA59808-32E Federal Commercial Item Description Promulgated by General Services Administration Washington DC (USA)
A-A-59808 Federal Commercial Item Description Promulgated by General Services Administration Washington DC (USA)
Related Parts
3940-00-059-5995INTERCHANGEABLE
BLOCK,TACKLE
3940-00-068-9173INTERCHANGEABLE
BLOCK,TACKLE
3940-00-072-0331INTERCHANGEABLE
BLOCK,TACKLE
3940-00-879-2128INTERCHANGEABLE
BLOCK,TACKLE
3940-00-926-3713INTERCHANGEABLE
BLOCK,TACKLE
3940-00-926-3716INTERCHANGEABLE
BLOCK,TACKLE
3940-00-926-3719INTERCHANGEABLE
BLOCK,TACKLE
3940-00-950-2955INTERCHANGEABLE
BLOCK,TACKLE

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 3940-00-059-5996?

NSN 3940-00-059-5996 is a Block,tackle, manufactured by Federal Specifications Promulgated by General Services Administration Washington DC, classified under FSC 3940 (No Item Name Available). Status: cancelled.

What are the part numbers for NSN 3940-00-059-5996?

NSN 3940-00-059-5996 has 4 cross-referenced part numbers: GGG-B-490 (Federal Specifications Promulgated by General Services Administration Washington DC), 62619-02X01PC48 (Electric Boat Corporation Div General Dynamics Electric Boat), AA59808-32E (Federal Commercial Item Description Promulgated by General Services Administration Washington DC), A-A-59808 (Federal Commercial Item Description Promulgated by General Services Administration Washington DC).

What NSN replaces 3940-00-059-5996?

There are 8 known substitutes for 3940-00-059-5996: 3940-00-059-5995, 3940-00-068-9173, 3940-00-072-0331 and 5 more. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of GGG-B-490?

Key specifications for GGG-B-490: Becket Quantity: 1; Material: COPPER ALLOY BEARING; Material: STEEL CENTER PIN; Unable to Decode: UNABLE TO DECODE. 22 total characteristics are documented in the Federal Logistics Information System.

Is NSN 3940-00-059-5996 still in active supply?

NSN 3940-00-059-5996 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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