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MIL-H-11049Heater,duct Type,portable

Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M · NSN 4520-00-856-5983 · FSC 4520 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 4520-00-856-5983 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 4520-00-856-5983. Primary manufacturer part number: MIL-H-11049.
Features
  • Heater,duct Type,portable — FSC 4520
  • Height: 46.000 INCHES NOMINAL IN
  • Heating Element Type: COMBUSTION CHAMBER
  • Heat Delivery Rate: 250000.0 BRITISH THERMAL UNIT
  • Width: 36.000 INCHES NOMINAL IN
  • Circulated Air Type: HEATED
  • Heat Directing Device: FLEXIBLE DUCTS
  • Heat Delivery Direction: HORIZONTAL
Applications
  • Industrial maintenance and repair
  • Government and military logistics
  • Equipment overhaul and refurbishment
General Description

The Heater,duct Type,portable, cataloged under National Stock Number 4520-00-856-5983, is classified within Federal Supply Class 4520 (No Item Name Available) of the Plumbing, Heating, and Waste Disposal group. The primary manufacturer of record is Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M. Government technical data includes 24 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 2 commercial cross-references from 2 manufacturers, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. 8 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Active.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN4520-00-856-5983
Primary Part NumberMIL-H-11049
Item NameHeater,duct Type,portable
FSC / FSG4520 / 45 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerMilitary Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M
StatusACTIVE
Height46.000 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Heating Element TypeCOMBUSTION CHAMBER
Heat Delivery Rate250000.0 BRITISH THERMAL UNIT
Width36.000 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Circulated Air TypeHEATED
Heat Directing DeviceFLEXIBLE DUCTS
Heat Delivery DirectionHORIZONTAL
Inclosure MaterialSTEEL
Mounting TypeWHEEL
Integral Fuel Tank Capacity16.0 GALLONS
Outlet PositionIN THE SAME DIRECTION
Fuel TypeGASOLINE
Ignition MethodPILOT
Heat Outlet Quantity2
Speed AdjustmentsSINGLE SPEED
Fuel Feed MethodGRAVITY
Operating Control TypeTHERMOSTATIC
Prime Mover TypeGASOLINE ENGINE
Maximum Air Flow Rate1650.0 CUBIC FEET PER MINUTE
Air Circulation DeviceSQUIRREL CAGE BLOWER
Heat Discharge Outlet TypeSTATIONARY
Depth43.000 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Quantity1
Heat Medium TypeAIR
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusACTIVE
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 8
4520-00-001-7726 INTERCHANGEABLE
Heater,duct Type,portable
4520-00-086-7676 INTERCHANGEABLE
Heater,duct Type,portable
4520-00-218-0808 INTERCHANGEABLE
Heater,duct Type,portable
4520-00-255-5051 INTERCHANGEABLE
Heater,duct Type,portable
4520-00-873-6563 INTERCHANGEABLE
Heater,duct Type,portable
4520-00-873-6830 INTERCHANGEABLE
Heater,duct Type,portable
4520-00-882-594513219E2500 INTERCHANGEABLE
Heater,duct Type,portable
Cecom Lr Center
4520-00-937-6168 INTERCHANGEABLE
Heater,duct Type,portable
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
MIL-H-11049 Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M
VB3077CS61 Vbm Corp (USA)
Related Parts
4520-00-001-7726INTERCHANGEABLE
HEATER,DUCT TYPE,PORTABLE
4520-00-086-7676INTERCHANGEABLE
HEATER,DUCT TYPE,PORTABLE
4520-00-218-0808INTERCHANGEABLE
HEATER,DUCT TYPE,PORTABLE
4520-00-255-5051INTERCHANGEABLE
HEATER,DUCT TYPE,PORTABLE
4520-00-873-6563INTERCHANGEABLE
HEATER,DUCT TYPE,PORTABLE
4520-00-873-6830INTERCHANGEABLE
HEATER,DUCT TYPE,PORTABLE
4520-00-882-5945INTERCHANGEABLE
HEATER,DUCT TYPE,PORTABLE
13219E2500
4520-00-937-6168INTERCHANGEABLE
HEATER,DUCT TYPE,PORTABLE

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 4520-00-856-5983?

NSN 4520-00-856-5983 is a Heater,duct Type,portable, manufactured by Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M, classified under FSC 4520 (No Item Name Available). Status: active.

What are the part numbers for NSN 4520-00-856-5983?

NSN 4520-00-856-5983 has 2 cross-referenced part numbers: MIL-H-11049 (Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M), VB3077CS61 (Vbm Corp).

What NSN replaces 4520-00-856-5983?

There are 8 known substitutes for 4520-00-856-5983: 4520-00-001-7726, 4520-00-086-7676, 4520-00-218-0808 and 5 more. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of MIL-H-11049?

Key specifications for MIL-H-11049: Height: 46.000 INCHES NOMINAL IN; Heating Element Type: COMBUSTION CHAMBER; Heat Delivery Rate: 250000.0 BRITISH THERMAL UNIT; Width: 36.000 INCHES NOMINAL IN. 24 total characteristics are documented in the Federal Logistics Information System.

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