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MIL-H-965DHeater,water,electric

Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M · NSN 4520-01-317-8979 · FSC 4520 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 4520-01-317-8979 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 4520-01-317-8979. Primary manufacturer part number: MIL-H-965D.
Features
  • Heater,water,electric — FSC 4520
  • Capacity: 5.0 GALLONS TANK
  • Water Inlet Connection Quantity: 1
  • Thermostatic Switch: INCLUDED
  • Material: COPPER ALLOY
  • Water Outlet Connection Thread Size and Series/type Designator: 3/4-14 NPT
  • Attachment Device: INCLUDED
  • Surface Treatment: PAINT OUTSIDE
Applications
  • Applications requiring Copper Alloy construction
General Description

The Heater,water,electric, cataloged under National Stock Number 4520-01-317-8979, 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 19 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 3 commercial cross-references from 2 manufacturers, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. 12 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Active.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN4520-01-317-8979
Primary Part NumberMIL-H-965D
Item NameHeater,water,electric
FSC / FSG4520 / 45 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerMilitary Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M
StatusACTIVE
Capacity5.0 GALLONS TANK
Water Inlet Connection Quantity1
Thermostatic SwitchINCLUDED
MaterialCOPPER ALLOY
Water Outlet Connection Thread Size and Series/type Designator3/4-14 NPT
Attachment DeviceINCLUDED
Surface TreatmentPAINT OUTSIDE
Frequency in Hertz60.0
Operating Pressure110.0 POUNDS PER SQUARE INCH (PSI) MAXIMUM LBS
PhaseTHREE
Heating Capacity Per Hour5.0 GALLONS
Temp Rise Per Hour90.0 FAHRENHEIT DEGF
Furnished Items and QuantityRELIEF VALVE 1
Specification/standard Data81349-MIL-H-965D AMEND2 GOVERNMENT SPECIFICATION
Overall Diameter17.000 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Insulated FeatureINCLUDED
Water Inlet Connection Thread Size and Series/type Designator3/4-14 NPT
Water Outlet Connection Quantity1
Heating Element TypeANY ACCEPTABLE
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusACTIVE
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 12
2530-00-238-5395J3207695 INTERCHANGEABLE
Cylinder Assembly,hydraulic Brak
Chrysler Corp Engine and Components Sales Diversified Products Div
5310-00-441-45818900640 INTERCHANGEABLE
Washer,flat
Us Army Aviation and Missile Command
5920-01-102-6728 INTERCHANGEABLE
Arrester,lightning
3120-01-200-7051 INTERCHANGEABLE
Bushing,sleeve
4520-01-317-543617745 INTERCHANGEABLE
Heater,water,electric
The Electric Heater Co Dba Hubbell Electric Heater Co.
4520-01-317-543817746 INTERCHANGEABLE
Heater,water,electric
The Electric Heater Co Dba Hubbell Electric Heater Co.
6625-01-340-394517748 INTERCHANGEABLE
Voltmeter
Basler Electric Co
6150-01-381-201417748 INTERCHANGEABLE
Cable Assembly,power,electrical
Belden Wire & Cable Company Llc Dba Belden Cdt Electronics Division
3120-01-422-3103 INTERCHANGEABLE
Bushing,sleeve
5915-01-558-39235VB1 INTERCHANGEABLE
Filter,radio Frequency Interfere
Te Connectivity Corporation Div Corcom
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
MIL-H-965D Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M
17748 The Electric Heater Co Dba Hubbell Electric Heater Co. (USA)
MS965-A5 Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M
Related Parts
2530-00-238-5395INTERCHANGEABLE
CYLINDER ASSEMBLY,HYDRAULIC BRAK
J3207695
5310-00-441-4581INTERCHANGEABLE
WASHER,FLAT
8900640
5920-01-102-6728INTERCHANGEABLE
ARRESTER,LIGHTNING
3120-01-200-7051INTERCHANGEABLE
BUSHING,SLEEVE
4520-01-317-5436INTERCHANGEABLE
HEATER,WATER,ELECTRIC
17745
4520-01-317-5438INTERCHANGEABLE
HEATER,WATER,ELECTRIC
17746
6625-01-340-3945INTERCHANGEABLE
VOLTMETER
17748
6150-01-381-2014INTERCHANGEABLE
CABLE ASSEMBLY,POWER,ELECTRICAL
17748
3120-01-422-3103INTERCHANGEABLE
BUSHING,SLEEVE
5915-01-558-3923INTERCHANGEABLE
FILTER,RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERE
5VB1
5330-01-558-6064INTERCHANGEABLE
GASKET
17748-33
5340-01-646-5682INTERCHANGEABLE
BASE,FRAME
17748

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 4520-01-317-8979?

NSN 4520-01-317-8979 is a Heater,water,electric, 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 4520-01-317-8979?

NSN 4520-01-317-8979 has 3 cross-referenced part numbers: MIL-H-965D (Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M), 17748 (The Electric Heater Co Dba Hubbell Electric Heater Co.), MS965-A5 (Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M).

What NSN replaces 4520-01-317-8979?

There are 12 known substitutes for 4520-01-317-8979: 2530-00-238-5395, 5310-00-441-4581, 5920-01-102-6728 and 9 more. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of MIL-H-965D?

Key specifications for MIL-H-965D: Capacity: 5.0 GALLONS TANK; Water Inlet Connection Quantity: 1; Thermostatic Switch: INCLUDED; Material: COPPER ALLOY. 20 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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