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50609Packing Nut

Grove Valve Operations · NSN 4730-00-306-1279 · FSC 4730 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 4730-00-306-1279 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 4730-00-306-1279. Primary manufacturer part number: 50609.
Features
  • Packing Nut — FSC 4730
  • Thread Size: 0.625-18
  • Smallest Inside Diameter: 0.328 INCHES NOMINAL IN
  • Width Across Flats: 0.812 INCHES NOMINAL IN
  • Screw Thread Location: EXTERNAL
  • Style Designator: HEXAGON, EXTERNAL THREAD, INVERTED FLARE
  • Screw Thread Series Designator: UNF
  • Material: COPPER ALLOY
Applications
  • Structural fastening and assembly
  • Equipment mounting
  • Panel and housing attachment
  • Applications requiring Copper Alloy construction
General Description

The Packing Nut, cataloged under National Stock Number 4730-00-306-1279, is classified within Federal Supply Class 4730 (No Item Name Available) of the Pipe, Tubing, Hose, and Fittings group. The primary manufacturer of record is Grove Valve Operations. Government technical data includes 11 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 1 commercial cross-reference from 1 manufacturer, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. 3 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Active.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN4730-00-306-1279
Primary Part Number50609
Item NamePacking Nut
FSC / FSG4730 / 47 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerGrove Valve Operations
StatusACTIVE
Thread Size0.625-18
Smallest Inside Diameter0.328 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Width Across Flats0.812 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Screw Thread LocationEXTERNAL
Style DesignatorHEXAGON, EXTERNAL THREAD, INVERTED FLARE
Screw Thread Series DesignatorUNF
MaterialCOPPER ALLOY
Thread Class2A A
Thread DirectionRIGHT-HAND
Thread Length0.500 INCHES NOMINAL IN
Casehardening IndicatorNOT CASEHARDENED
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusACTIVE
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 3
3455-00-185-4899 INTERCHANGEABLE
File,rotary
2930-01-037-40488609B INTERCHANGEABLE
Pump,cooling System,engine
Elgin Industries Inc. Dba
5998-01-054-0582 INTERCHANGEABLE
Retainer-Ejector,electrical Card
Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
50609 PRIMARY Grove Valve Operations (USA)
Related Parts
3455-00-185-4899INTERCHANGEABLE
FILE,ROTARY
2930-01-037-4048INTERCHANGEABLE
PUMP,COOLING SYSTEM,ENGINE
8609B
5998-01-054-0582INTERCHANGEABLE
RETAINER-EJECTOR,ELECTRICAL CARD

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 4730-00-306-1279?

NSN 4730-00-306-1279 is a Packing Nut, manufactured by Grove Valve Operations, classified under FSC 4730 (No Item Name Available). Status: active.

What are the part numbers for NSN 4730-00-306-1279?

NSN 4730-00-306-1279 has 1 cross-referenced part number: 50609 (Grove Valve Operations).

What NSN replaces 4730-00-306-1279?

There are 3 known substitutes for 4730-00-306-1279: 3455-00-185-4899, 2930-01-037-4048, 5998-01-054-0582. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of 50609?

Key specifications for 50609: Thread Size: 0.625-18; Smallest Inside Diameter: 0.328 INCHES NOMINAL IN; Width Across Flats: 0.812 INCHES NOMINAL IN; Screw Thread Location: EXTERNAL. 12 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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